Anxiety over tariffs is putting Toyota and Honda in the same boat. Toyota is building a major battery factory in North Carolina that is expected to have 14 production lines. Four will support batteries for hybrids, and ten will support batteries for EVs. However, Toyota won’t even need all these batteries right away, so who will buy them?
Volkswagen Bets on Fewer Models and a Simpler Future
Volkswagen is trimming its model lineup to cut costs and sharpen focus. Here’s what the leaner strategy could mean for buyers and the brand’s road ahead.