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German automotive has big problems: too much capacity, falling demand, uncompetitive cost structures and Chinese OEMs at the gates of Europe. By Ian Henry The post German auto production has a problem; is Berlin listening? appeared first on Automotive Wor

  By ONR  Aug 27, 2026

Xpeng's Q2 2026 results show revenue of CN¥19.74bn, a 20.7% gross margin, and overseas markets contributing more than a quarter of H1 revenue. The post Xpeng Q2 margin hits 20.7% as overseas revenue tops 25% appeared first on Automotive World.

  By ONR  Aug 27, 2026

Volkswagen’s original agreement to cut 50,000 jobs was unprecedented at the time, but now comes across as a moderate option. By Stewart Burnett The post VW job cuts could reach 140,000 as capacity falls further appeared first on Automotive World.

  By ONR  Aug 27, 2026

A commitment to discuss Hyundai’s automation plans is not remotely the same as a meaningful say in whether, or how fast, it does. By Stewart Burnett The post Hyundai union settles quickly, conceding ground on AI appeared first on Automotive World.

  By ONR  Aug 27, 2026