Melissa Eddy
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Chinese Automakers’ Answer to E.U. Tariffs: Build in Europe
BYD, which leads China’s electric vehicle sector, is constructing a plant in Hungary while its Chinese rivals expand through joint ventures in Europe.
Volkswagen Quits Labor Agreement, Paving Way for Job Cuts
A week after it announced it was considering closing factories in Germany, the automaker said it was exiting a labor contract that protected workers from...
Battery Maker Northvolt to Cut Costs as E.V. Demand Slumps in Europe
The Swedish battery manufacturer said it would eliminate jobs and seek partnerships as it grapples with competition from China.
Volkswagen Considers Closing Plants in Germany
For the first time in its 87-year history, the automaker is considering shuttering factories in Germany, citing the need to remain competitive.
Uber Fined $324 Million by Dutch Watchdog Over Driver Data Protection
The authorities in the Netherlands said the ride-hailing company had violated European data protection laws when it sent sensitive information to the United States.
Germans Combat Climate Change With D.I.Y. Solar Panels
Plug-and-play solar panels are popping up in yards and on balcony railings across Germany, driven by bargain prices and looser regulations.
European Sanctions Target Russian Liquefied Natural Gas for First Time
The European Union will impose economic penalties targeting some shipments of Russian natural gas, hoping to deprive Moscow of income.
Tesla’s Nordic Shareholders Seek to Promote Workers’ Rights in Vote
Tesla mechanics in Sweden have been striking for six months with little movement from their employer. Nordic shareholders hope to change that.
What to Know About Europe’s Extra Tariffs on Chinese Electric Cars
The tariffs have been expected for months, but many European automakers warned they will drive up prices for consumers and set off a trade war...
E.U. Hits Electric Vehicles From China With Higher Tariffs
Leaders in Brussels are trying to curb China’s dominance in the industry, but European automakers fear the taxes will drive up prices and lead to...