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Volvo sales fall 10% in March as EV demand dives

Sales of battery electric cars fell 26 percent last month to account for 19 percent of total sales.

Volvo goes back to car industry basics with surprise CEO switch

Samuelsson's auto industry background is in contrast to outgoing CEO Jim Rowan. He not only revitalized the Volvo brand, but also built a U.S. plant during Trump's first term, something that could prove key now in avoiding U.S. tariffs.

Mercedes is stocking inventory in U.S. ahead of tariffs, analysts say

Mercedes expects Trump's 25 percent tariff on U.S. auto imports would likely impact its margin by 2.5 percentage points. The U.S. makes up 16 percent of its global sales.

Musk says ‘terrorism’ behind fire at Tesla dealership in Italy

The tech tycoon said a fire at a Tesla dealership in Rome that destroyed 17 cars was “terrorism.” Italy’s special police unit Digos is leading an investigation into the fires.

Navigating automotive workforce disruption: Insights from Randstad RiseSmart’s Mario Konzack

For nearly four years, Mario Konzack has served as Head of Sales for Randstad RiseSmart in Germany, one of the world’s leading companies in talent mobility, outplacement and career development. He played a pivotal role in implementing successful and fair personnel restructuring and downsizing measures to support employees in their professional transition.

Toyota buyers said to face long waits amid hybrid boom

Japanese buyers are waiting two to five months for many hybrid models while Toyota’s European customers wait on average 60 to 70 days for new hybrids. U.S. dealers are selling out their hybrids.

VW’s new brand guru will have to fix marketing ‘chaos’

Once known for iconic advertising campaigns, VW has struggled in recent years to maintain a consistent brand message.

VW, Stellantis, Ford among 13 automakers fined $495M in Europe by antitrust regulators

The EU’s competition watchdog said the cartel agreed to suppress information on recycling and avoided paying for the processing of scrapped vehicles.

Aston Martin to get $162M funding boost by selling shares, F1 team stake

Aston Martin is struggling because of supply chain issues, delivery delays and depressed demand in China. The automaker lowered its 2025 guidance because of tariffs announced by President Donald Trump.

Stellantis shift to hybrids causes production delays in Europe

A European Union rule change for CO2 emission targets is making parts sourcing more difficult, said Stellantis's Europe chief, Jean-Philippe Imparato.

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