Automobile sector

China bans below-cost car sales to end prolonged price war

The years-long price war has transformed China’s auto industry, fuelling the rise of giants like BYD while pushing smaller manufacturers to the brink.

Foreign cars flow to Russia through China, skirting Ukraine war sanctions

An employee and a visitor walk past Mercedes-Benz cars at a Panavto dealership in Moscow, on Dec 19, 2025.

White House says Trump plans to rescind climate change finding key to auto rules

The move will reduce costs for automakers by an estimated US$2,400 (SS$3,036) per vehicle.

Waymo admits its robotaxis call ‘response agents’ in Philippines for help

The admission comes barely two weeks after a Waymo robotaxi struck a child – who sustained minor injuries – in California.

Director of Autobahn Rent A Car handed second charge, alleging he abetted forgery of 9 receipts

The documents falsely stated that Borneo Motors had sold and received full payment from Autobahn Rent A Car for nine vehicles, for over $1.86 million in total.

Stamford Tyres opens first Johor Bahru outlet

Situated in Plentong, the 7,500 sq ft store is the company’s third retail location in Malaysia.

Global EV sales growth likely to slow after 20% jump in rocky 2025: Research firm

BMI expects 23.9 million EVs will be sold globally in 2026, with growth accelerating in China but slowing in Europe and the rest of the world.

Commentary

India’s economy may be shifting from speed to strength – and that’s a win

More than 40 per cent of India's rural households saw their incomes grow in 2025, according to a survey.

Volkswagen suffers more than rivals from auto industry woes

Fast Lane

Sony unveils EV, Volkswagen’s retro display, Cycle & Carriage goes green, BMW’s new luxury brand

ntfast09 - Afeela 1 - Production of the Afeela 1 electric car will start in 2026 and Japan is scheduled to launch the car in the first half of 2027.

Credit: Afeela

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