Semiconductors chip away at global light vehicle sales in June
Automotive market recovery from the worst of the pandemic is being held back by the global semicondictors shortage.
Audi talks to traffic light poles, ‘pingdemic’ chaos, Mercedes updates EV plans – the week
The growing 'pingdemic' crisis continued to affect UK industry this week.
Tesla’s bold move to open its Supercharger network to other EVs
In a surprise move, Elon Musk has said (via Twitter) Tesla will open its Supercharger network to other EVs.
Honda future models 2021-2031
Big in the USA and Asia, by contrast Honda doesn't do that well elsewhere. The next generation models will reflect that geographic mix.
Interior design and technology – Toyota C-HR
The Toyota C-HR has an undeniably distinctive, funky look amongst the compact crossover crowd. How does the interior compare? We’ve got the inside story.
Entry level jobs dominate automotive sector hiring
Top skills automotive employers sought in June 2021
Communication skills ranked by far the most sought after by automotive employers according to GlobalData's database.
| Skill | Active jobs |
|---|---|
| Communication skills | 20924 |
| Administrative skills | 8417 |
| Leadership skills | 8225 |
| Analytical skills | 7785 |
| People skills | 7247 |
| Personal skills | 6495 |
| Organizational skills | 6309 |
| Training skills | 5875 |
| Computer skills | 5149 |
| Technical skills | 4323 |
Latest News
Nissan recruiting 400 for Sunderland
Following on from investment, Nissan's announced English factory recruitment.
Silicon Labs closes infrastructure and autos unit sale
The unit has a new owner and Silicon Labs has a heap of cash.
Ford funding mobility idea feasibility
Automakers' sponsorship helps test the feasibility of ideas like this.
Faurecia reports H1 sales up 32%
Upbeat results from Faurecia as it confirms 2021 sales target and upgrades cash flow projection.
Latest Themes
Toyota halts production in Thailand and Japan due to virus
Virus at a parts supplier has shut all Toyota assembly plants in Thailand while a separate outbreak has affected a factory in Japan.
Kia, Hankook, halt production due to virus
The pandemic has hit both a car maker and tyre supplier in South Korea.
Australian researchers use solar energy materials to detect air pollutants
Concept: Researchers from Australia’s ARC Centre of Excellence in Exciton Science (ARC) have discovered a...
University of delaware uses catalytic hydrocracking for hard-to-recycle plastics
Concept: The Center for Plastics Innovation (CPI) of the University of Delaware (UD) has formulated...
SK telecom unveils 5G-powered augmented reality app for tourists
Concept: South Korean telco SK Telecom in collaboration with the country’s Cultural Heritage Administration has...
Lindsay unveils cloud-based remote asset monitoring platform
Concept: Lindsay has rolled out a cloud-based remote asset monitoring platform RoadConnect for the transportation...
Algolux to join Mercedes-headed group to improve ADAS sensors
Latest AI development is intended to overcome bad weather sensor problems.
Suzuki and Daihatsu combine for CASE in Mini-CVs
As part of their participation in the project, Suzuki and Daihatsu are to each acquire 10 percent of issued shares of Commercial Japan Partnership Technologies, the joint venture for the CJP initiative, from Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota).
Expert Commentary & Analysis
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As Foxconn eyes the EV space, should we take it seriously?
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Q2 US light vehicle sales show large gains but surprising results
Our analysis of second quarter light vehicle sales in the US sees a demand recovery...