Economy
Indonesia tax hikes spark outcry among businesses
Fiscal moves seen linked to populist programs amid presidential election
Interview
Let's get real about EVs' environmental impact, rare metal expert says
Decades needed to find cost-effective clean energy tech: Tokyo University's Toru Okabe
Automobiles
China automakers doubled Thai market share in 2023 on EVs
BYD, Great Wall and others gained ground, while Japanese players lost momentum
Automobiles
Tesla shows off Cybertruck to Chinese fans in first Asia tour
With no sales planned for China, rollout aims to drive brand image
Automobiles
China overtakes Japan in auto exports with boost from EVs
Japan loses crown for 1st time in seven years amid BYD's rise
Electric cars in China
Chinese EV leader BYD makes aggressive push in ASEAN
Tesla rival eyes doubling outlets in Singapore, Philippines after entering Indonesia
Automobiles
Chinese EV makers to help boost Thai auto production in 2024
BYD and SAIC's plans to manufacture locally seen expanding sector by 3%
Automobiles
Toyota chairman pledges change amid misconduct at affiliates
Member companies lost sight of core values as car industry grew, says Akio Toyoda
Automobiles
Toyota and Hino halt some production over engine scandal
Group company of duo cheated on certification, affecting Alphard minivan
Automobiles
India's electric vehicle boom stalls over charging challenges
Limited infrastructure major hurdle to lifting sales in world's No. 3 car market
Automobiles
China EV price war spreads to gas-fueled cars, denting foreign brands
Honda, Nissan, GM and VW face rougher road amid weak sales and deep discounts
Automobiles
Nissan to produce cheaper EV batteries for emerging markets
Lithium iron phosphate cells set to be installed from 2026
Automobiles
Toyota halts some shipments over affiliate's rigged certification tests
Irregularities in engine part tests by Toyota Industries affects 10 models
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Market Spotlight
Australia's EV battery metals industry faces Indonesia, China challenges
Weak nickel and lithium prices force some miners to stop digging
Automobiles
LG Energy's battery expansion hits speed bump as EV adoption slows
Revenue drops on weak U.S. and Europe demand and competition-driven price declines
Automobiles
Mitsubishi Fuso, Isuzu to sell electric trucks in Hong Kong and Thailand
EV market, including commercial vehicles, expanding rapidly in Southeast Asia
Automobiles
Hyundai Q4 operating profit weighed down by slow EV growth
Gain of 0.2% on year also affected by strength in South Korean won
Semiconductors
EV powerhouse China to set own standards for automotive semiconductors
Home of Tesla rival BYD remains dependent on imports from Europe, Japan
Automobiles
Elon Musk: China automakers would 'demolish' rivals without trade barriers
Tesla CEO says competitor BYD still an important battery supplier
Automobiles
Tesla sees slower growth in 2024 despite profit-squeezing price cuts
Company to make new EV model in Texas in 2025
Automobiles
U.S.-China startup aims to grow role in Toyota parts supply chain
Aerlyte sees opportunity with strong, lightweight composite material
Technology
Malaysia seeks place in EV ecosystem with battery development
Scientist leading effort says 'boat has sailed' on manufacturing electric cars
Supply Chain
Tesla cars face more entry bans in China as 'security concerns' accelerate
Growing restrictions come as local champion BYD becomes world's top EV maker
Companies
Bridgestone plans $5bn investment push with focus on EV tires
Products for heavy machinery also emerge as priority as rivals catch up
Markets
Toyota's market cap sets new Japan record, topping bubble-era NTT
Automaker soars as strong earnings draw overseas investors in droves