Major carmakers are letting go of Android Auto - but why? The real reasons include control over data, AI-powered infotainment systems and potential subscription fees.
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Android Auto Ditched By Major Carmakers: Key Reasons Explain
Android Auto is being dropped by GM and others in 2026. Here's the real story — data control, AI infotainment, and incoming subscription fees explained.
The British government is in advanced talks with Japanese carmaker Nissan about providing it with financial support in return for a long-term commitment and investment in its Sunderland plant, sources said.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/06/18/uk-nissan-sunderland-plant/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #uk #nissan #cars #carmakers #manufacturing
U.K. in advanced talks with Nissan over Sunderland plant support, sources say
The Japanese carmaker is undertaking a major global restructuring that includes selling or closing other factories, cutting 15% of its workforce and shrinking its product lineup.
New Toyota president vows to maintain development policy
Toyota faces a challenge to improve its earning power, with its consolidated net profit expected to decline for the third consecutive year in fiscal 2026.
U.S.-Iran deal may not bring quick relief for auto shops
Auto shops in Tokyo and Detroit car dealerships have been running low on motor oil, paint and other products for months since the Middle East conflict snarled global supply chains.
This summer, a shuttered elementary school in Akitakata, Hiroshima Prefecture, is to begin a new life as a museum celebrating some of Japan's most iconic and rare sports cars.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/06/15/japan/japan-hiroshima-sports-car-museum/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #mazda #roadster #cars #carmakers #museums #hiroshima #toyota
Former Mazda engineer leads sports car museum project in Hiroshima
The hope for the museum is that it becomes the centerpiece of a broader initiative aimed at turning the surrounding area into a gathering place for motorsports fans.
Late last year, a handful of retired Honda Motor executives started meeting privately to discuss the Japanese automaker's troubles and the person they believed was the cause: Chief Executive Toshihiro Mibe.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/06/09/companies/honda-ceo-troubles/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #companies #honda #cars #carmakers #electricvehicles
How Honda’s old guard tried, and failed, to oust its CEO
Honda and others face the expensive balancing act of defending their legacy businesses while developing EVs to compete elsewhere.
German carmakers are desperately seeking solutions for their under-used factories, with speculation swirling that Chinese manufacturers or weapons makers could move in.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/06/07/german-automakers-china-defense/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #cars #carmakers #germany #mercedesbenz #volkswagen
German carmakers weigh China and defense tie-ups for idle plants
Volkswagen said in April it is also open to the idea of 'partnering' with Chinese manufacturers at its plants.
China speeds past Japan in car exports to Australia on EV bonanza
Almost 36,000 passenger cars from China arrived in Australia in April, according to government data, well ahead of the 29,000 from Japan.
Nissan announced Wednesday that it was considering building cars for Chinese manufacturer Chery, which produces the Omoda and Jaecoo brands, at its plant in Sunderland in northeastern England.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/06/04/companies/nissan-uk-production-for-china-chery/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #companies #nissan #chery #cars #carmakers #uk #china
Nissan considering building Chery vehicles in the U.K.
The agreement comes amid a sharp slowdown in the European car market since 2019.
The Trump administration issued a sweeping demand to Mexico to raise the level of regional content in North American-built cars and trucks to 82% to qualify for preferential trade deal access.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/05/30/trump-north-american-auto-content/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #carmakers #us #canada #mexico #trade #tariffs #donaldtrump
Trump administration wants to raise North American auto content to 82%, with half from U.S.
The proposed new thresholds were revealed to automakers during two days of bilateral talks to revise the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement on trade that concluded on Friday.
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