A bipartisan group of legislators is trying to advance a bill that would essentially put square wheels on Chinese cars in the US. The Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026 would go miles beyond past moves to make China’s booming auto industry unwelcome in the US and ban the “importation, manufacture, sale, resale, or introduction into interstate commerce” of connected cars made or designed by firms in the PRC as well as Iran, North Korea, or Russia. Backers of this measure–starting with Sens. Bernie Moreno (R-OH) and Elissa Slotkin (D-MI), who introduced it as S.4429, and Reps. Debbie Dingell (D-MI) and John Moolenaar (R-MI), who then sponsored a companion bill as H.R.8730–invoke the risk of the Chinese Communist Party requiring surveillance through these vehicles and its history of subsidizing its auto industry. “These cars have enormous amounts of data-collection capabilities,” Moreno said on a panel hosted Monday at the American Enterprise Institute in Washington, moderated by AEI fellow Chris Miller. “Imagine TikTok, but on steroids.” (Allegations of Chinese surveillance via the social platform now controlled by a US-led group of investors remain unproven; the Supreme Court only held those concerns credible last January when it upheld a law banning app-store and hosting transactions with TikTok.) Citing scenarios of Beijing directing Chinese carmakers to exfiltrate data from connected cars or take control of them remotely, Moreno called these vehicles “obviously an insane national security threat.” Sitting alongside Moreno, Moolenaar backed up his risk assessment. “Their national security laws basically require anyone to do the bidding of the CCP,” he said of Chinese carmakers. The Biden administration thought this enough of a risk to issue a regulation in its last days restricting connected-car systems from China. In June, the Commerce Department used that authority to deny Polestar, partly owned by the Chinese
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Michelin is launching an AI Assistant, which it said allows fleet managers to ask natural-language questions about vehicle operations. Michelin said it tested the system under real-life conditions. Users can request reports on fuel-efficient drivers, trucks requiring tire maintenance and vehicles that are off the road. They can also ask about monthly fuel-consumption costs. Michelin designed the assistant as a closed system. The system supports data confidentiality and reduces complexity in daily fleet operations, Michelin said. The assistant provides insights into fuel consumption, driver behavior and journey data. It supports heavy goods vehicle, passenger transport and light commercial vehicle fleets. Michelin Connected Fleet plans to add features over time based on customer feedback. “The AI Assistant is the natural evolution of our DNA, which is built around supporting our customers,” said Sophie Foucque, CEO of Michelin Connected Fleet, Europe, Africa and Australia. “Co-developed with some of our largest customers, it offers a more intuitive way to interact with vehicle usage data, while removing the need to generate multiple reports. Augmented fleet managers can therefore focus fully on the performance of their operations.” Michelin AI Assistant Features Customers can access the assistant directly through the MyConnectedFleet web portal. The system provides immediate answers to questions about safety and costs. It can also process more complex requests, including report generation and trend identification. The assistant presents answers in text or visual formats. Its insights draw on real-time data. Michelin Connected Fleet said 78% of fleet managers believe artificial intelligence will transform the sector. The company said the assistant provides real-time access to expertise based on 130 years in mobility and 30 years in data science. Integration With Tire and Safety Tools Fleet managers can combine the assistant with other Michelin Connected Fleet solutions. These include intelligent onboard cameras and patented automatic tire-wear
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Samsung Electronics-owned HARMAN, a Stamford-based player in connected automotive technologies whose Global Capability Centre (GCC) is in Bengaluru, has roped in PES University and collaborated with over 25 students and eight faculty members on development of software that can power the next generation of automobiles. HARMAN is also in talks with many other universities and colleges in Bengaluru for similar technology collaborations. Krishna Kumar, Senior Vice President, Managing Director and Automotive Head, HARMAN India, said, Bengaluru that powered the world’s software industry for several decades, was now increasingly helping shape software that powers the next generation of automobiles for global markets. “The Bengaluru GCC functions as a core engineering nucleus connecting global R&D with scalable manufacturing and real-world deployments,” said Mr. Kumar. Nearly 80% of the company’s 4,000 automotive engineers in India are based in the City, and work on technologies that eventually find their way into vehicles sold across North America, Europe and Asia. According to Mr. Kumar, the centre also co-innovates with leading universities in Bengaluru, fostering research collaborations that help translate emerging technologies into production-ready automotive solutions. HARMAN’s engineers here also contribute to global industry and standards bodies such as the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, based in New York) and Munich-based 5G Automotive Association (5GAA), helping shape the future of connected mobility through next-generation technology standards. A significant milestone for the Bengaluru GCC was that this platform has secured adoption from both Indian and global OEMs, Mr. Kumar said. The company is the sole Tier 1 supplier for cockpit and infotainment systems for Tata Motors, including its electric vehicles, all developed out of the City. Collaborations with Mahindra & Mahindra have introduced premium in-car audio experiences in electric SUVs, while long-standing partnerships with Maruti Suzuki reflect the mainstreaming of connected features across vehicle segments.
Jul 18, 2026 · via thehindu.com
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Cheryl Watson, co-owner of Auto Connect Sales in Peterborough, believes it shouldn’t be hard to be a kid. That’s why, on Saturday, August 8, the well-known used car dealership is partnering with United Way Peterborough & District to host a one-day donation blitz that will equip financially vulnerable students with the supplies they need to excel this academic school year. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the “Fill the Fords” event at Auto Connect Sales at 1175 Lansdowne Street West invites community members and businesses to donate to United Way’s Backpacks for Success program. The program supports local students in kindergarten to grade 12 by providing them with backpacks stocked with essential school supplies. “We firmly believe that every student, no matter what it is that they’re walking through, deserves to walk into their first day of school feeling prepared, set up for success, and confident,” says Adeline Murphy, campaign officer for United Way Peterborough & District. “Unfortunately for many families in our community, purchasing school supplies has just become increasingly difficult. What we have learned is that our community can come together through programs like this one to make a real difference in the lives of those students.” The affordability crisis has made the situation even worse. According to the United Way Centraide Canada Financial Anxiety Index poll, conducted by Léger and released in June, 40 per cent of Canadians report difficulty sleeping due to financial stress and 22 per cent of Canadians have personally experienced poverty, which is up from 19 per cent in 2025. “We see the effects of the affordability crisis that we’re experiencing across the country in our community every single day,” says Murphy. “For many families, school supplies have just become one more expense that is increasingly difficult to manage.” The Backpacks for Success
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From Remote Racing to Embodied AI: Fibocom and Intedigo Bring 5G Bidirectional Data Transmission into Real-World Applications SHANGHAI, July 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From July 17 to 20, Fibocom and Intedigo will jointly present a cross-regional, beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) teleoperation demonstration at Booth H3-C408 during the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2026. Visitors will be able to enter a remote driving cockpit and control a real race car located at HURA PARK in Jiading, Shanghai, steering, accelerating, and braking in real time while experiencing how 5G connectivity enables remote operation. More than an immersive driving experience, the demonstration provides a live validation of 5G bidirectional data transmission for embodied AI teleoperation. The vehicle continuously sends live track video, vehicle status, and operating data to the remote cockpit, while control commands are transmitted back to the vehicle, creating a closed-loop teleoperation system. Stable, low-latency, and highly reliable connectivity is essential for high-dynamic maneuvers such as high-speed cornering, precision braking, and continuous lane changes. Developed by Intedigo, the remote driving system connects a real race car with an immersive remote driving cockpit. It supports 1080p@60Hz video transmission, glass-to-glass (G2G) video latency of less than 80 ms, and control latency of less than 10 ms. The demanding racing environment magnifies differences in video continuity and control responsiveness, making communications performance directly perceptible, measurable, and verifiable. At the joint demonstration, Fibocom's FM160 5G module provides cellular connectivity for the system. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon™ X62 5G Modem-RF System, the FM160 supports SA and NSA network architectures as well as 3GPP Release 16. On the downlink, it supports NR Carrier Aggregation (NR CA) with bandwidth of up to 120 MHz, delivering peak speeds of up to 3.5 Gbps in NSA mode and 2.5 Gbps in SA mode. On the uplink, it supports UL MIMO and
Jul 18, 2026 · via tradingview.com
- United States - / - Auto Components - / - NasdaqGS:VC Visteon (VC) Secures Multi Year Memory Supply Deals For AI Ready Vehicles - Visteon (NasdaqGS:VC) has entered new multi year partnership agreements to secure advanced memory and storage supplies for automotive applications. - The company is part of Micron's newly completed Strategic Customer Agreements alongside other major automotive suppliers and partners. - The partnerships focus on long term supply and technology planning for next generation, AI enabled vehicle platforms. Visteon sits at the intersection of automotive electronics and software, supplying cockpit electronics and connected car solutions to global automakers. As vehicles incorporate more computing power and data rich features, demand for reliable memory and storage has become central to product planning across the sector. By locking in access to advanced components, Visteon is directly addressing a core requirement for future automotive platforms. For investors following NasdaqGS:VC, these agreements may be relevant when assessing how the company positions itself within the broader shift toward software defined, AI capable vehicles. The multi year scope also highlights how key suppliers and chip producers are coordinating earlier around capacity, which can influence how consistently companies like Visteon can support automaker technology roadmaps. Stay updated on the most important news stories for Visteon by adding it to your watchlist or portfolio. Alternatively, explore our Community to discover new perspectives on Visteon. 3 things going right for Visteon that this headline doesn't cover. Quick Assessment - ✅ Price vs Analyst Target: Visteon trades at US$104.85 versus a consensus target of US$133.92, about 27% below analyst expectations. - ✅ Simply Wall St Valuation: Shares are described as trading roughly 42.4% below an estimated fair value. - ❌ Recent Momentum: The stock is down 5.0% over the last 30 days. There's only one way to know
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Gasgoo Munich- At a July 16 media briefing, Huawei's Qiankun unit revealed the scale of its smart-driving rollout: cumulative installations of Qiankun Intelligent Driving have surpassed 1.9 million vehicles and are on track to exceed 2 million by the end of August. The HarmonySpace is poised to reach its second million units around the same time. Meanwhile, the system's accumulated assisted-driving mileage has exceeded 12.8 billion kilometers, with projections exceeding 20 billion by year-end. However, the speed of this growth matters more than the absolute numbers. Jin Yuzhi, CEO of Yinwang It took Qiankun Intelligent Driving 44 months to reach its first 1 million installations, but the second million is expected to take just 12 months. The HarmonySpace is accelerating at a similar pace. What does reaching that second million in a single year signify? It's about more than simply increasing sales of cars equipped with smart driving. Information disclosed at the event suggests a convergence of factors—expanding partner brands, significant R&D investment, and the rapid accumulation of real-world road data—that are pushing Qiankun Intelligent Driving into a new phase of development. This shift represents the core significance. Why the rush for the second million? During the presentation, Yinwang CEO Jin Yuzhi reiterated Huawei's stance in the automotive sector: it will not build vehicles, but instead act as a supplier of intelligent components for intelligent connected cars. The goal is to become the industry's "electronic screw," helping partners build and achieve higher sales of better vehicles. While that positioning appears unchanged, the scale effects are starting to show as the scope of cooperation widens. Currently, Huawei Qiankun has partnered with more than 25 automotive brands across over 50 vehicle models, spanning sedans, SUVs, MPVs, and off-roaders, as well as pure electric, hybrid, and ICE segments. To meet the diverse needs
Jul 18, 2026 · via autonews.gasgoo.com
Cars are undoubtedly more connected than ever. In most cases, this results in nasty items like targeted ads in cars, dealers tracking your vehicle, and other nannies. Ford, though, has at least one connected vehicle feature that puts real power in the hands of owners: a remote kill switch. Here's how this works. Say someone steals your car. You've left the key in it, and suddenly the car is gone. If you still have your phone and you have the Ford Pass app, you can stop the car dead in its tracks at the touch of a button. The function is a part of the Ford Security package, which first debuted on the 2024 F-Series pickups. The newest expansion of that package includes the kill switch feature on the following models: the 2026 Expedition, 2026 Bronco Sport, and 2026 Mustang Mach-E. As an added bonus, the software even works in the situation above: should your key still be left in the car, you can remotely shut down the engine. After you've shut down your car, there's no cheating. Even if someone else has the key, they won't be able to start your car without deactivating the kill switch inside the Ford Pass app. It adds a second layer of redundancy to your car's security system. This works via a deactivation code entered on your phone, but as another layer of redundancy, owners can also enter it on the car's dash. This should ensure the feature works even in areas without cell coverage. The security package also includes stolen vehicle tracking and Ford-installed bed cameras. This story was originally published by Men's Journal on Jul 18, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Men's Journal as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
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Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s (D-Calif.) husband was charged with a misdemeanor hit-and-run on Friday, weeks after he allegedly crashed into an unoccupied parked car and left the scene. Paul Pelosi, 86, was charged under a California state law that requires drivers involved in collisions resulting in property damage to stop and provide their driver’s license and vehicle registration information, according to the Napa County District Attorney’s Office. He was also charged with making an unlawful turn, prosecutors said. He is expected to appear in Napa County Superior Court on Aug. 14. Pelosi was allegedly driving his brown convertible in Yountville, Calif., on July 3 when he struck a car that was legally parked on the side of the road. He stopped briefly but then drove away. No injuries were reported. Prosecutors said that there was no evidence Pelosi had alcohol in his system at the time. He was not arrested during the incident. “Mr. Paul Pelosi has personally apologized to the owner of the vehicle and assured them that he would take responsibility for the damage to their vehicle,” a spokesperson for the Pelosi family told The Hill in a statement the day after the crash. “Speaker Pelosi will not be commenting further on this private matter.” The Associated Press previously reported that Pelosi was referred to the Department of Motor Vehicles to determine whether he can continue to drive, a process that is common for older drivers. The district attorney’s office noted that it can only ask a court to prohibit someone from driving as a condition of probation, which can be up to one year for a misdemeanor hit-and-run. Paul Pelosi was sentenced to five days in jail and three years of probation in August 2022 after pleading guilty to misdemeanor DUI charges following a late-night crash
Jul 18, 2026 · via thehill.com
Europe's congestion is costing fleets millions in wasted fuel, new Geotab data reveals London ranks near bottom for efficiency as stop-start traffic pushes vehicle fuel consumption to the highest level in Geotab study LONDON, July 17, 2026 - Geotab, a global leader in connected vehicle and asset management solutions, today revealed that more than 1.58 million litres of fuel were burned while Geotab-connected vehicles sat stationary in traffic across Europe's major capitals during 2025. Across the vehicles analysed, idle fuel waste reached an estimated €2.6 million over twelve months. The findings form part of Geotab's European Urban Freight Efficiency Index, which analysed a full year of connected vehicle data across seven major capitals: London, Berlin, Amsterdam, Dublin, Rome, Paris and Madrid. The €2.6 million figure reflects 2025's average European fuel prices. European diesel has risen above €2 per litre in the first half of 2026, a 30% increase triggered by geopolitical instability in the Middle East. These fuel prices would bring the cost of the same volume of idle waste to approximately €3.6 million. Across the seven cities in the study, the relationship between congestion and fuel efficiency diverges sharply depending on how traffic moves, not just how much of it there is. The most congested city is not necessarily the one costing fleets the most in fuel. London represents one of the most challenging operating environments for fuel efficiency among the seven cities. Ranked sixth (out of seven) in the Index, its stop-start traffic patterns prevent engines from reaching operating temperature, while its unpredictability compounds the problem. London recorded the highest passenger vehicle fuel consumption of any city analysed, at 15.60 litres per 100 kilometres, almost two-and-a-half times higher than Paris. Of every litre of fuel burned in London by passenger vehicles, 13.6% is consumed while stationary. Commercial trucks
Jul 18, 2026 · via theautochannel.com
Following the recent tragic accident in mid-June, when a Tesla Model 3 crashed into a home, preliminary findings from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) show that the driver overrode FSD. The driver, 44-year-old Michael Butler, claimed that the vehicle was running on FSD and that it autonomously accelerated into the home, resulting in the death of 76-year-old Martha Avila. However, the investigation has now confirmed that the driver overrode the vehicle’s speed by pressing the accelerator pedal. Manual Override A common misunderstanding in reporting is that FSD can override human input. In reality, FSD instantly yields to human intervention. However, due to the inconsistent nature of how FSD deals with human input, we can understand how casual drivers can be confused. For example, tugging on the steering wheel or hitting the brake pedal disengages FSD entirely. However, pressing the accelerator pedal keeps FSD engaged, with the human controlling the vehicle’s speed, while FSD continues to steer. This used to be even more confusing just a year or two ago. Back then, overriding the steering wheel would kick the vehicle into Traffic-Aware Cruise Control, disabling auto steer, but the vehicle would still control its speed. In the case of the crash in Katy, Texas, the NTSB retrieved electronic data confirming that Butler pressed the accelerator pedal down completely, likely meaning to tap the brake, and when the vehicle accelerated, he doubled down and pressed the pedal down completely. At that point, the driver was now choosing the vehicle’s speed, although FSD remained active. The software yielded control as engineered, allowing the driver to manually propel the Model 3 to speeds exceeding 70 mph within a 30-mph residential zone. Telemetry Versus Narratives The NTSB’s preliminary report serves as an example of just why connected vehicle telemetry is so useful. With nearly
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France and England will face off in the FIFA World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday (July 18) at Miami Stadium in Florida, with kickoff set for 5 p.m. ET. The match, often considered a consolation fixture, carries extra intrigue this year as Kylian Mbappé and Harry Kane compete for the tournament's Golden Boot, and France’s longtime coach Didier Deschamps leads his team for the final time. Whether you're at home, at work, or on the go, you can listen to every minute of the action live on iHeartRadio. How To Listen Live On iHeartRadio Fans can follow the match live by listening on the iHeartRadio app. To listen: - Open the iHeartRadio app. - Search for World Cup. - Select the official World Cup Station. - Press Play to hear the match live. You can also tune in through your connected car, smart speaker, desktop, or tablet, making it easy to follow every moment wherever you are. Coverage includes: - Live play-by-play - Pregame analysis - Halftime coverage - Postgame reaction - Expert commentary - Breaking tournament news and updates Both teams enter the match after disappointing semifinal exits—France fell 2-0 to Spain, while England narrowly lost 2-1 to Argentina. Neither side originally wanted to play in this match, but individual and team milestones remain at stake. For France, the game marks the end of an era as Deschamps steps down after 14 years as head coach, during which he led Les Bleus to a World Cup title in 2018 and another final in 2022. Deschamps said, "We're not where we wanted or expected to be. The disappointment matches our ambitions, but we have to accept it." The French squad is also motivated by Mbappé’s chase for the Golden Boot—he is currently tied with Lionel Messi at eight goals, just
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In the early morning hours of Nov. 13, 2025, Adam Dresh, of Kiruna, Sweden, and a colleague had rented a 2026 Volvo XC60 SUV to drive from northern Sweden to a business event in Norway, when a snowstorm struck.
Jul 17, 2026 · via freep.com
Stellantis Offering 10 Years of Free Connected Services, Deal or Steal? Subscription fatigue appears to be reaching its zenith and select automakers seem to have noticed. Stellantis, which owns Jeep, Ram, Dodge, and Chrysler, has announced that it will soon be making numerous connected services free for 10 years. Free trials are nothing new. In fact, they’re an essential component in helping automakers rationalize the pivot to connected features. Nobody would want to pay for formerly standard equipment as part of recurring fees. By making them temporarily free, automakers can avoid consumer backlash while also normalizing the subscription trend. As a convenient byproduct, the trial phase also lets the customer know what they’re missing once it lapses — encouraging the likelihood that they’ll re-open their wallets to get those services back. But those free periods typically don’t last more than a year or three, making Stellantis’ 10-year grace period rather unique. According to the automaker, the plan is to update the “Connect One” connected services package to incorporate more features and a longer grace period. This will include things like remote start, remote entry, over-the-air (OTA) software updates, service scheduling, vehicle health reports, remote recall alerts, automatic emergency calling, and several vehicle apps available via the in-vehicle marketplace (e.g. games). However, the brunt of that will still be tied to using a connected phone app (above) and should eventually default to you having to pay a monthly subscription. That creates some privacy concerns and questions about how long these features will be maintained. As automakers have pivoted increasingly toward software-defined vehicles, they’ve also created a situation where those systems need to be supported to continue functioning. Based upon what we’ve seen from other industries, and are starting to see from the automotive sector, there may come a time when the
Jul 17, 2026 · via thetruthaboutcars.com
Stellantis Offering 10 Years of Free Connected Services, Deal or Steal? Subscription fatigue appears to be reaching its zenith and select automakers seem to have noticed. Stellantis, which owns Jeep, Ram, Dodge, and Chrysler, has announced that it will soon be making numerous connected services free for 10 years. Free trials are nothing new. In fact, they’re an essential component in helping automakers rationalize the pivot to connected features. Nobody would want to pay for formerly standard equipment as part of recurring fees. By making them temporarily free, automakers can avoid consumer backlash while also normalizing the subscription trend. As a convenient byproduct, the trial phase also lets the customer know what they’re missing once it lapses — encouraging the likelihood that they’ll re-open their wallets to get those services back. But those free periods typically don’t last more than a year or three, making Stellantis’ 10-year grace period rather unique. According to the automaker, the plan is to update the “Connect One” connected services package to incorporate more features and a longer grace period. This will include things like remote start, remote entry, over-the-air (OTA) software updates, service scheduling, vehicle health reports, remote recall alerts, automatic emergency calling, and several vehicle apps available via the in-vehicle marketplace (e.g. games). However, the brunt of that will still be tied to using a connected phone app (above) and should eventually default to you having to pay a monthly subscription. That creates some privacy concerns and questions about how long these features will be maintained. As automakers have pivoted increasingly toward software-defined vehicles, they’ve also created a situation where those systems need to be supported to continue functioning. Based upon what we’ve seen from other industries, and are starting to see from the automotive sector, there may come a time when the
Jul 17, 2026 · via thetruthaboutcars.com
Does T Stock Deserve a Spot in Your Portfolio Ahead of Q2 Earnings? AT&T Inc. T is scheduled to report second-quarter 2026 earnings on July 22, before the opening bell. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues and earnings is pegged at $32.04 billion and 59 cents per share, respectively. The earnings estimate for AT&T for 2026 has increased 0.43% to $2.32 per share over the past 60 days, while the same for 2027 has increased 0.79% to $2.55 per share. Earnings Surprise History The communications service provider delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 5.19%, on average. Earnings Whispers Our proven model predicts a likely earnings beat for AT&T for the second quarter. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the chances of an earnings beat. This is exactly the case here. AT&T currently has an ESP of +4.83% and a Zacks Rank #3. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they’re reported with our Earnings ESP Filter. Factors Shaping the Upcoming Results During the quarter, AT&T strengthened its enterprise connectivity portfolio with several strategic initiatives. The company launched North America's first Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC)-enabled Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) service in collaboration with Cisco. The solution is designed to help enterprises protect sensitive data against emerging quantum computing-related cyber threats. The company also expanded its connected vehicle ecosystem by extending its collaboration with Cisco and LiveOne. The enhanced Connected Car platform integrates in-vehicle connectivity with digital entertainment services. Such innovative product launches are expected to have a positive impact on upcoming results. In the to be reported quarter, the company continued to expand its consumer connectivity offerings by introducing
Jul 17, 2026 · via tradingview.com
US Accuses Mexico over Auto Parts: The Week in Automotive This week in Automotive! Geopolitical tensions rise as the White House accuses Mexico of masking Chinese components, while dropping US demand slows local EV exports. In response, Toyota and Honda are scaling back certain Mexican manufacturing operations. Conversely, Volkswagen is expanding its domestic presence, and safety advocates are demanding stricter regulations for Mexico’s new Olinia EV. Drivers! Start your engines! Honda Drops Mexican-Made US Prologue EV, Shifts Focus to Hybrids American Honda will permanently terminate sales of its sole US electric vehicle, the Prologue sport utility vehicle, concluding a brief manufacturing run in Mexico amid shifting federal regulations, deteriorating consumer demand, and a sweeping corporate pivot toward hybrid powertrains. Self-Financing: The Financial Solution of the Next Decade? Automotive self-financing is uniquely positioned to become one of the most relevant financial solutions of the coming decade, not because conventional financing is failing, but because affordability itself is becoming the industry’s greatest competitive challenge. Automotive Shift Hits Mexican Rail Revenue: Toyota Impact A major reconfiguration of North American automotive manufacturing is beginning to ripple through the Mexican logistics sector. Rail operators are facing immediate revenue losses and operational volatility as carmakers are forced to adjust their supply chains to navigate shifting trade policies and cross-border tariffs. The shifts are highlighted by Toyota’s decision to gradually transfer a portion of its Tacoma midsize pickup production from Tijuana, Baja California, to San Antonio, Texas. The transition, backed by a US$3.6 billion investment in the United States, is already directly impacting logistics providers in Mexico. NGOs Demand Strict Safety Rules for Mexico's Olinia EV Civil society organizations and automotive safety specialists are calling on the Mexican government and manufacturing stakeholders to mandate strict international vehicle safety baselines within the upcoming Official Mexican Standard (NOM) for
Jul 17, 2026 · via mexicobusiness.news