Honda Motor on Wednesday decided to temporarily suspend its operations at its plant in England after experiencing a shortage of car parts due to shipping delays linked to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Automotive Manufacturing Production Disruptions Expected Through 2021
German automaker Volkswagen and numerous suppliers announced on Monday morning that a shortage of chips used in auto manufacturing will disrupt automotive production well into next year, with chip companies saying they are raising prices and expanding their production in response.
Kia Recalls 295,000 Vehicles in the US for Engine Fire Risk
Korean automaker Kia Motors announced on Sunday afternoon it is recalling 295,000 vehicles in the United States to fix issues that that could cause engine fires, representing a serious setback for the company a couple of weeks before the end of this year.
Britain to Ban Sale of New Petrol and Diesel Cars by 2030
The United Kingdom is set to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans by 2030, as part of the British government’s “ten-point” initiative for a “green industrial revolution” which aims to make the nation carbon-neutral by 2050.