Russia's car imports down 63% in first half of 2025

Russia’s car imports have dropped by 63% in the first six months of 2025 compared to the same period last year, falling to 149,300 units, according to data released by Russian automotive analytics agency Avtostat.

China grants rare earth export licenses to 3 U.S. automakers

China has issued temporary export licenses to rare earth suppliers working with General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis, easing some pressure from recent export curbs, Reuters reported, citing two unnamed sources.

Trump exempts some automakers from Canada, Mexico tariffs for one month