The automotive industry is navigating through challenging terrain, where strategies intertwine with innovations, market trends, and geopolitics. In Europe, Renault is taking a stand: it will not reduce production capacity, focusing on electric models and private customers, thus countering the Chinese wave. However, the real game is being played beyond the Atlantic and in Asia. The United States are opening up to driverless cars, while China is expanding its charging infrastructure, strengthening its supremacy in the EV segment. China and the USA are converging in massive investment policies, but with …

After hybrid and on the path towards electric, Ferrari is preparing for the third revolution: the Maranello-based company confirms its commitment to a new path towards sustainability, with carbon-neutral biofuels. As stated by CEO Benedetto Vigna during the presentation of financial results, tests conducted on internal combustion engines with different types of biofuels have provided extremely positive results, without altering the performance or operation of the engines. Vigna confirmed that Ferrari intends to pursue a multi-technology strategy, allowing customers the freedom to choose their preferred type of engine. The CEO …

Fiat closes the first half of 2026 with a significant acceleration in the European market (EU29), recording a 21.7% increase in registrations and a market share up to 3.3% (+0.4 pp). The Turin-based brand achieves the most significant market share growth among all Stellantis Group brands, consolidating its global presence and leadership positions in key countries such as Italy, Brazil, and Algeria. The results in the European market highlight remarkable performances in key countries: in addition to Italy, which remains Fiat's top market with a 12.6% share (+1.2 pp), there …

GAC Aion, the NEV vehicle division of the Chinese state-owned Guangzhou Automobile Group, has announced the official launch of Ray, a new brand of 100% electric cars aimed at a young audience. The initiative aims to support the commercial revival of the manufacturer after the sales contraction recorded in 2025. The first model in the range is the Ray 7, a medium-sized sedan with a sporty and lowered profile. The vehicle uses batteries supplied by CATL, the "Magazine" safety technology developed internally by GAC, and an integrated architecture that combines …

According to data released by the National Energy Administration, the electric vehicle charging network in China has experienced a strong expansion in recent months, reaching 23.1 million charging stations installed by the end of June, with a 43% year-on-year increase. Driving this growth has been primarily the private sector, which has seen home charging infrastructure grow by 50% to reach 18 million charging points, with a total capacity of 155 million kVA. Alongside the quantitative expansion, authorities have highlighted a qualitative improvement in the public network, with an increasingly widespread …

The United States Army has selected Ford, General Motors, and specialist BC Customs to develop prototypes of the new heavy tactical vehicle for infantry, called Infantry Squad Vehicle-Heavy (ISV-H). This is one of the most significant defense procurement competitions in recent decades, with the Pentagon aiming to purchase approximately 600 vehicles. Ford has been tasked with creating three prototypes based on the platform of its F-Series Super Duty pickups, with delivery expected by March 30, 2027. General Motors, on the other hand, will respond with vehicles developed on the chassis …

The ruthless price competition shaking the Chinese automotive market will not end soon: "It is the new reality that manufacturers will have to live with for a long time." This was stated by the CEO of Mercedes-Benz, Ola Källenius, on the sidelines of an event held in Finland, highlighting the huge investments made by Chinese brands - BYD first and foremost - to penetrate the luxury segment and challenge icons such as the S-Class and G-Class. Pressure on prices and the rapid introduction of new local electric models have led …

Unlike rivals such as Volkswagen and Stellantis, the Renault Group does not need, nor intend to reduce production capacity in Europe to face Chinese competition. This was confirmed by CEO François Provost during the presentation of the financial results for the first half. The key points emerged from the strategic call with analysts primarily concern the plant saturation at 80%. Renault's European plants operate at utilization rates above 80% (considered the threshold for full profitability), unlike Stellantis at 60% or plant closures considered by Volkswagen in Germany. The response to …

Record start for pre-sales in China of the new MG 07, the 100% electric fastback from the Saic group. 20 hours after the opening of orders on July 29, the automaker recorded over 21,000 reservations, a volume double that obtained by the MG4 Urban in the same time frame. The five-door sedan is introduced to the Chinese market with a starting price of 125,900 yuan (approximately 16,000 euros at the current exchange rate) for the entry-level version with 650 km of range, up to 165,900 yuan (approximately 21,000 euros) for …

Two thousand vehicles for assistance, emergency repairs, and towing along the entire road network, the toll-free number 803.116 always active 24/7, 600 rescue centers, and 2,000 operational staff. These are some of the figures that the Automobile Club d'Italia is deploying in anticipation of the large movements expected on Italian roads in these days. A network that guarantees over 500,000 interventions on the roads every year and can rely on 1,500 branches and 98 provincial Automobile Clubs to support the national territory. In addition to the vehicles and operators of …