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New U.S. Tariffs Stir Uncertainty in the Global Automotive Industry

In early April, President Donald Trump announced a new 25% tariff on imports of cars, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals. This addition follows previous tariffs on steel and aluminum that have already impacted Europe and Asia. Trump has indicated that these tariffs may increase further after one year. The......

Morocco: A rising power in the automotive industry

Morocco is emerging as a key player in the automotive industry in Africa and the Mediterranean region, according to the Spanish daily Mundo Deportivo. The country has positioned itself as a major production and export hub, supplying vehicles to over 70 countries, including France, Spain, and Italy.......

Failed Nissan-Honda merger talks send shockwaves through Japanese auto sector

Nissan has officially ended merger negotiations with Honda, abandoning plans that would have created a formidable automotive alliance. The news, reported by the Nikkei financial daily, triggered significant market movements, with Nissan's shares plummeting while Honda's stock surged on the Tokyo......

Japanese automotive firms explore Morocco's promising market as gateway to Africa

In a significant development for Morocco's automotive sector, top Japanese automotive companies embarked on a business mission to Rabat, marking an important step in strengthening economic ties between the two nations. The mission, organized by the Japan External Trade Organization in Rabat (JETRO......

Chinese auto parts maker eyes strategic expansion with new Morocco facility

Shanghai Carthane, a prominent Chinese automotive components manufacturer, has announced plans to establish a new subsidiary in Morocco under the temporary name Kaizhong Morocco. The company disclosed this strategic move on the Shanghai Stock Exchange as part of its efforts to strengthen its foothold......

German auto wire manufacturer expands Moroccan footprint with new Agadir facility

German manufacturing company Leoni has inaugurated a new automotive wiring systems factory in Agadir, Morocco, representing an investment of MAD 230 million. The facility, situated in the Souss-Massa industrial acceleration zone, was officially opened on Tuesday under the supervision of Moroccan Prime......

Morocco's Path to Becoming a Global Leader in Electric Batteries

Morocco is positioning itself to become the world's leading exporter of electric batteries by 2030, according to a recent report from a Belgian journal. This ambitious plan focuses on tapping into the European and American markets, placing the country at the heart of the global transformation of......

Tata Motors Morocco Poised for Expansion with New Leadership

Tata Motors, a prominent name in Morocco’s professional vehicle market since 2021, is positioning itself for significant growth under the leadership of Ismail Amarti. Global International Motors, the brand’s exclusive distributor in Morocco, announced Amarti’s appointment as Managing......

Global Chinese Motors Appoints Abdelhak Khadraoui as General Manager

Global Chinese Motors has announced the appointment of Moroccan Abdelhak Khadraoui as the new General Manager of the company. Khadraoui's extensive experience in the automotive industry is expected to drive the Bugshan Automotive Group subsidiary to new heights. This leadership change follows a successful......