Indian automotive group; cars, trucks, buses, Jaguar Land Rover
Automakers have announced strategic shifts as Chinese brands and US trade rules upend the sector. Volkswagen has proposed deep job cuts to cut costs, Jaguar Land Rover is adding hybrids and prioritising the US, and the Commerce Department has denied Polestar permission to sell new connected models in the US from 2027, pushing the brand to refocus on Europe.
Rivian has launched the R2, a mid-market electric SUV, signaling a strategic shift from its high-price lineup. Analysts say the move could broaden EV adoption and pressure rivals, as markets respond to strong electrified sales and growing competition.