Ford (F) to cut 1,100 jobs in Spain

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President Xi adds oversight risk to China EV battery growth plans

March 10, 2023 11:23 AM EST

Battery makers in China were put on notice this week following a message from President Xi Jinping. On Monday, the President said that he had mixed feelings about CATL and its status as the world's largest battery maker. Xi said that he was both pleased and concerned about CATLs electric vehicle battery dominance.

Xis remarks showed CATL has drawn the attention of top Chinese officials. Since last year, CATL's customers have... More

Ford to cut 1,100 jobs in Spain - spokesperson

March 10, 2023 6:12 AM EST

MADRID (Reuters) -U.S. auto maker Ford plans to slash 1,100 jobs at its plant located in Valencia in eastern Spain, a company spokesperson said on Friday.

The layoffs, which were shared with unions, are part of the company's changes to its car production lineup in Europe, the spokesperson said.

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Ford discounts Mustang Mach-E electric SUVs in China

March 8, 2023 2:25 AM EST

SHANGHAI (Reuters) -Ford Motor said on Wednesday it was offering a discount of 40,000 yuan ($5,700) on its Mustang Mach-E electric SUVs in China until the end of April.

Mustang Mach-E cars were now available in China at prices starting at 209,900 yuan in China after the discount, a company... More