David Phillips

3 weeks ago | autonews.com | David Phillips

Export restrictions by China on rare earths used in motors for electric cars threaten to wreak havoc on the supply chains of automakers including VW, Mercedes and BMW.

3 weeks ago | autonews.com | David Phillips |Laurence Iliff

“We are firmly committed to fostering an environment rooted in respect, professionalism and integrity,” the Champion Porsche statement said. “Incidents like this remind us of the importance of these values, and we will use this moment as an opportunity to reinforce them.”

3 weeks ago | autonews.com | David Phillips |Laurence Iliff |Hans Greimel |Naoto Okamura

Everything you need to know about the Trump administration's impact on the auto industry, from tariffs on vehicles and parts to automaker responses.

3 weeks ago | autonews.com | Lois Hoyal |David Phillips |Laurence Iliff |Hans Greimel

A Mercedes Vision V concept vehicle on display at the 2025 Shanghai auto show. German automakers are viewed as “middle of the road” in terms of electrification and software in China. That has created opportunities for rivals that are more focused on EVs and digital solutions to gain share in the world’s largest car market.

3 weeks ago | autonews.com | Nathan Eddy |David Phillips |Laurence Iliff |Hans Greimel

Everything you need to know about the Trump administration's impact on the auto industry, from tariffs on vehicles and parts to automaker responses.