Nissan's £450m Electric Car Investment in Sunderland
Nissan begins production of the new Leaf EV in Sunderland, a major boost for UK manufacturing with over £450m invested. Discover the future of the plant.
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New UK-South Korea trade deal to bring extra £400m
The UK and South Korea have signed an upgraded trade agreement, set to inject an extra £400m annually into the British economy. The deal focuses on cars, Scottish salmon, and Guinness. Read the full details.
Ford takes $19.5bn hit, cancels electric models
Ford announces a massive $19.5bn writedown and cancels key electric vehicles, including the F-150 Lightning, pivoting to hybrids and petrol models amid shifting US policy and demand. Read the full analysis.
Spain investigates lab leak in African swine fever outbreak
Spanish authorities are investigating if a research facility leak caused the African swine fever outbreak near Barcelona, threatening the nation's vital pork export industry. Read the latest developments.
Trump Administration Scraps US Fuel Efficiency Standards
The Trump administration has finalised a major rollback of US vehicle fuel efficiency rules, a move experts warn will increase emissions and consumer costs. Read the full analysis.
Swine Fever Outbreak in Spain Threatens Pork Exports
Spanish authorities deploy hundreds to contain an African swine fever outbreak near Barcelona, linked to contaminated food. The nation's €8.8bn pork export industry faces immediate risk.
UK-US agree zero tariff deal on pharmaceuticals
The UK has secured a major three-year deal for zero US import tariffs on pharmaceuticals, safeguarding £5bn in annual exports and boosting life sciences investment. Read the full analysis.
Protesters block ships at Newcastle coal port
Rising Tide activists have halted three coal carriers from entering Newcastle, demanding the government cancel new fossil fuel projects and tax profits. Join the conversation.
Germany urges EU to soften 2035 petrol car ban
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is pushing the EU to reconsider its 2035 combustion engine ban, advocating for hybrid car exemptions to protect jobs and the climate. Read the latest developments.
Brexit devastates Menai Strait mussel industry exports
Welsh mussel exports to EU collapse from 10,000 to 5 tonnes annually post-Brexit. Discover how new UK-EU deal could revive the industry and save coastal communities.
5,400 UK Jobs from Plastic Recycling Boost
New report reveals UK could create 5,400 jobs and £900m annual economic value by ending plastic waste exports by 2030. Support UK recycling now!
Australian F-35 Parts in Saudi Jets Raise Human Rights Fears
Australia faces complicity in human rights abuses as its critical F-35 components enable Saudi Arabia's controversial jet fleet. Experts warn of dire consequences.
Polish TNT exports to US used in Gaza bombing
Exclusive: Polish MP reveals Europe's sole TNT supplier sends most production to US for Israeli bombs, leaving Europe vulnerable. Read the full investigation.
Australian weapons linked to Sudan atrocities probe
Australia faces scrutiny as its defence exports to UAE may be supplying militias committing mass killings in Sudan. Human rights advocates demand export suspension.
South Korea coal closure alarms Australian exporters
South Korea's decision to close all coal-fired power plants by 2040 signals major risks for Australia's thermal coal exports. Experts urge pivot to green industries.
Australian arms exports to UAE under scrutiny over Sudan
Australian defence companies face questions over $300m weapons exports to UAE amid evidence of arms diversion to Sudanese paramilitary forces accused of genocide. Read the investigation.
Trump removes Australian beef tariffs in policy reversal
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order removing tariffs on Australian beef and other food imports. Australian officials welcome the decision, calling previous duties 'unjustified'.
JLR Reports £342m Loss Following Cyber Attack
Jaguar Land Rover suffers £342m quarterly loss after major cyber attack disrupts production. Learn how the incident impacted Britain's automotive giant and their recovery plans.
Managing FX Volatility for UK Business Budgeting
Learn how UK businesses can protect their 2026 budgets from currency market turbulence. Discover four key strategies for managing FX risk and maintaining financial stability.
Ineos cuts hundreds of jobs amid debt struggles
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos Automotive is cutting hundreds of jobs across its global operations as the company grapples with significant debt and operational challenges. Read the full analysis.
NSK factory closures put 400 UK jobs at risk
Japanese firm NSK plans to shut its Peterlee factories, placing hundreds of jobs at risk. The union vows to fight the closure. Read the full story.
NSK Peterlee factory closure puts 350 jobs at risk
Japanese firm NSK plans to shut its County Durham factory, risking hundreds of jobs. The automotive bearings plant has become unprofitable. Read the full story.
UK Music Industry Adds Record £8bn to Economy
The UK music sector contributed a record £8bn to the economy in 2024, driven by major tours and exports. Discover the growth, job figures, and the challenges ahead.
China resumes chip supply to EU for 12 months
China agrees to restart Nexperia chip exports to Europe for one year only, exposing EU's vulnerability to trade weaponisation and strategic dependencies.
WA Gas Exports May Slow Asia's Clean Energy Move
A confidential Western Australian government report reveals booming gas exports may inadvertently prolong Asia's fossil fuel dependence, undermining global climate goals.
SMEs Lose Out on Trade Deals Amid Red Tape Crisis
New research reveals UK small businesses are drowning in bureaucracy, with many unable to access post-Brexit trade agreements. Discover why SMEs are paying the price for complex paperwork.
JLR Drives UK Manufacturing to 17-Month Growth High
Britain's automotive giant Jaguar Land Rover is driving a manufacturing surge, with new data revealing the sector's fastest growth in nearly 18 months. Discover how JLR's expansion is powering the UK's industrial recovery.
London to Brighton Veteran Car Run: 7 Stunning Photos
Step back in time with our exclusive gallery showcasing the spectacular London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, where automotive history comes alive on Britain's roads
Nexperia chip halt threatens car production
Major European chipmaker Nexperia suspends deliveries to Chinese customers, threatening global car manufacturing and escalating tech trade tensions.
Volkswagen profits plunge 40% in chip crisis
German auto giant Volkswagen reports staggering 40% profit drop as semiconductor shortages cripple production, while Chinese rivals surge ahead in the electric vehicle race.
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