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In this week’s automotive news, Kia announced a US$649 million EV investment in Mexico and Huatai Mould planned a US$30 million facility, while Donald Trump credited US tariffs with shifting manufacturing. Globally, Porsche will cut 9,000 jobs, Renault faces trial over Dieselgate, and public transport operators work to resolve complex EV infrastructure challenges.
Shift into high gear– This week in Automotive!
Trump Credits 25% Tariffs for US Auto Production Boom
US President Donald Trump told automotive workers and executives at a General Motors testing complex in Michigan that his administration’s trade policies and tariff measures are actively driving automakers to shift production lines from Mexico and Canada back into the United States.
Kia to Invest US$649 Million to Build EV3 Electric SUV in Mexico
South Korean automaker Kia has announced a US$649 million investment in Mexico between 2026 and 2028 to establish its first electric vehicle manufacturing operations in the country.
Huatai Mould to Build US$30 Million Auto Facility in Mexico
Chinese tooling and casting manufacturer Huatai Mould has announced an investment exceeding MX$520 million (US$29.8 million) to establish its first manufacturing facility in the Americas. Located in the state of Aguascalientes, Mexico, the new plant is projected to create 250 specialized jobs and bolster the regional automotive supply chain.
Renault Ordered to French Criminal Trial Over Dieselgate Charges
French judicial authorities have formally ordered carmaker Renault to stand trial on charges of aggravated fraud, marking the second major automaker referred to criminal court in France in connection with the global “Dieselgate” emissions testing scandal.
Porsche to Cut 9,000 Jobs by 2035 Amid China, EV Slump
German luxury automaker Porsche will cut roughly one in five jobs by 2035, eliminating 9,000 positions overall as parent company Volkswagen Restructures its operations to cope with weak vehicle demand and intensifying global competition.
The Real Challenge of Public Transport Transition
While a conventional bus can refuel in just a few minutes at virtually any service station, an electric fleet requires comprehensive planning that considers grid capacity, the strategic location of charging infrastructure, electricity availability throughout operating hours, and intelligent energy management systems capable of balancing demand without compromising grid reliability.
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