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Poland Tightens Security with Ban on Chinese-Made Vehicles at Military Sites
General News
Feb 19, 2026
Staff Writer

Poland Tightens Security with Ban on Chinese-Made Vehicles at Military Sites

Poland limits Chinese-made vehicles at military sites over data security concerns, citing risks from connected car technology

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Volkswagen Tightens the Belt as Pressure Mounts from All Sides
OEM News
Feb 19, 2026
Staff Writer

Volkswagen Tightens the Belt as Pressure Mounts from All Sides

VW plans sweeping 20% cost cuts by 2028 as weak China demand, US trade tensions and missed targets pressure profitability.

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Crash Test Results Spark Fresh Questions About Entry Level SUV Safety
News
Feb 18, 2026
Staff Writer

Crash Test Results Spark Fresh Questions About Entry Level SUV Safety

Global NCAP finds entry-level Tiggo 7 Pro lacks key safety features, scoring two stars. Calls grow for stronger standards in African markets.

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Japanese Carmakers Struggle to Find Common Ground After Merger Collapse
OEM News
Feb 18, 2026
Staff Writer

Japanese Carmakers Struggle to Find Common Ground After Merger Collapse

A year after scrapping their mega-merger, Honda, Nissan and Mitsubishi continue talks, but progress on EV and SUV plans remains slow.

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Stellantis U-Turns on Electrification as Diesel Makes an Unexpected Comeback
OEM News
Feb 18, 2026
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Stellantis U-Turns on Electrification as Diesel Makes an Unexpected Comeback

Stellantis restores diesel engines across Europe as EV demand slows, abandoning its 2030 all-electric target.

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Audi Expands In-Car App Offering with Parking, Fuel and Charging Services
OEM News
Feb 17, 2026
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Audi Expands In-Car App Offering with Parking, Fuel and Charging Services

Maruti Suzuki enters India’s EV market with the e Vitara SUV, offering battery rental, long-range options, and advanced tech features.

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Maruti Suzuki Strengthens EV Push with the Launch of the e Vitara
OEM News
Feb 17, 2026
Staff Writer

Maruti Suzuki Strengthens EV Push with the Launch of the e Vitara

Maruti Suzuki enters India’s EV market with the e Vitara SUV, offering battery rental, long-range options, and advanced tech features.

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EVs Rise as Cuba Struggles Through Fuel Emergency
International News
Feb 17, 2026
Staff Writer

EVs Rise as Cuba Struggles Through Fuel Emergency

With fuel scarce, Cubans embrace electric vehicles, reshaping transport and daily life amid deepening economic and energy challenges.

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Independent Workshops Set to Benefit as Automotive Power Shifts East
Insight
Feb 17, 2026
Staff Writer

Independent Workshops Set to Benefit as Automotive Power Shifts East

Rapid growth of Chinese and Indian vehicles drives Africa’s aftermarket demand, prompting manufacturers to rethink global production strategies.

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