Are Chinese electric vehicles taking over the world? | Explainer News

Are Chinese electric vehicles taking over the world? | Explainer News

Western car makers, already bruised by the scramble among themselves for a share of the electric vehicle (EV) market, are facing a much more fearsome foe – China and its aggressive investment into the sector. Tesla, perhaps the best-known of the EV manufacturers in Western markets, saw first-quarter sales down…

Biden opposes Japanese takeover of US Steel, touts ‘American steel workers’ | Business and Economy

Biden opposes Japanese takeover of US Steel, touts ‘American steel workers’ | Business and Economy

US president’s remarks come as he is seeking to shore up support in key swing state of Pennsylvania. United States President Joe Biden has opposed the proposed sale of a Pittsburgh-based steel manufacturer to Japan’s largest steel producer, insisting on the need for “strong American steel companies powered by American…

Politics and convenience drive Mexico to be US’s top trading partner | Business and Economy News

Politics and convenience drive Mexico to be US’s top trading partner | Business and Economy News

Before Elon Musk announced that he would pour billions into building his largest Tesla plant in the industrial outpost of Monterrey, Mexico, United States trade winds were already shifting south. In late 2022, Mexico’s Economy Minister Raquel Buenrostro Sánchez said that 400 companies had expressed interest in relocating from Asia…

Samsung to Begin Laptop Manufacturing at Noida Plant Later This Year: Report

Samsung to Begin Laptop Manufacturing at Noida Plant Later This Year: Report

Samsung plans to start manufacturing laptops at its facility in Noida later this year, according to a top company executive. The South Korean tech conglomerate already manufactures its smartphones in the country — these are sold domestically as well as exported — and is already making preparations to begin assembling…

Tesla recalls 1.6 million electric vehicles in China | Business and Economy News

Tesla recalls 1.6 million electric vehicles in China | Business and Economy News

The cars reportedly have problems with their automatic assisted steering and door latch controls. Tesla is recalling more than 1.6 million Model S, X, 3 and Y electric vehicles in China for problems with their automatic assisted steering and door latch controls. China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) announced…

Sanctions threat looms over Bangladesh’s garment sector ahead of elections | Business and Economy News

Sanctions threat looms over Bangladesh’s garment sector ahead of elections | Business and Economy News

Dhaka, Bangladesh — Weeks after turbulent wage-hike protests and subsequent factory closures, Bangladesh’s ready-made garment (RMG) industry, a key revenue earner for the nation, is dealing with a new phase of anxiety: “possible” economic sanctions by the country’s Western partners. The United States and European Union collectively account for more…