Automotive industry Archives

AI Boom Threatens New Chip Shortage for Automakers, Driving Up Costs

February 22, 2026 by

Another potential microchip shortage is looming, threatening to disrupt automotive production and drive up costs, according to industry analysts. Unlike the widespread shortages of microcontrollers that plagued automakers following the COVID-19 pandemic, the emerging concern centers on dynamic random-access memory, or DRAM, chips crucial for artificial intelligence, infotainment systems, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). The … Read more

Chery Buys Nissan Factory: Mexico Auto Industry Shift

January 30, 2026 by Daniel Foster - Senior Editor, Economy

Chery’s South African Play: A Harbinger of China’s Automotive Expansion Just 8,700 vehicles. That’s all Nissan managed to sell in South Africa during 2025, a nearly 20% drop that ultimately led to the sale of its Rosslyn plant to Chery SA. This isn’t simply a story of one automaker’s struggle; it’s a pivotal moment signaling … Read more

innovation and future always in first place

January 29, 2026 by James Carter Senior News Editor

Mercedes-Benz: 140 Years of Driving the Future – A New Era Begins Stuttgart, Germany – In a landmark moment for the automotive world, Mercedes-Benz is celebrating 140 years of innovation and luxury. The anniversary, rooted in the pioneering work of Carl Benz and Gottlieb Daimler, isn’t just a look back at a storied past; it’s … Read more

Lucid software issues and Fisker comparison: EV market challenges and concerns

January 20, 2026 by James Carter Senior News Editor

Lucid Software Problems Trigger EV Market Anxiety: Is History Repeating Itself? January 20, 2026 – The electric vehicle revolution isn’t just about batteries and design; it’s fundamentally about software. And right now, that’s where Lucid Motors is facing a potentially existential crisis. Reports of widespread software glitches, ranging from frustrating inconveniences to serious safety concerns, … Read more