Washington seeks to sever Ford’s Ties with Chinese partners
electrive·- US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy urged Ford to reconsider its partnerships with Chinese firms such as CATL and Geely. - This political pressure highlights growing government scrutiny over American automakers collaborating with Chinese companies in domestic and European markets. - The intervention targets Ford's ties with battery manufacturer CATL and automotive partner Geely to sever these connections.Secretary Duffy Urges Ford To Cut China Ties And Prioritize Manufacturing In US
rttnews·- U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy urged Ford Motor Company to cut ties with Chinese manufacturers and prioritize U.S. production due to national security concerns. - The letter criticized Ford for utilizing technology from a banned Chinese battery firm and partnering with Geely Auto, while delaying the reshoring of Lincoln models until 2030. - Secretary Duffy emphasized that Ford must achieve technological self-reliance and avoid deepening operational dependencies on strategic competitors.Ford Fires Back at Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy Over China Ties: 'Wrongheaded Attempt to Capture Headlines'
benzinga_article·- U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy criticized Ford Motor Co for its business arrangements with Chinese firms like CATL, warning of potential security risks. - Duffy urged Ford CEO Jim Farley to wind down these ties and criticized the timeline for shifting Lincoln Nautilus production out of China. - Ford defended its actions, dismissing the letter as a headline-seeking move and emphasizing its investments in American manufacturing and facility control.Li Auto to launch i9 flagship electric SUV on September 16 with focus on family comfort
CnEVPost·- Chinese automaker Li Auto will officially launch its flagship 6-seat electric SUV, the Li i9, on September 16, 2026. - The new vehicle features a home-inspired cabin with rotating zero-gravity seats and dual-motor all-wheel-drive with a combined output of 400 kW. - Initial deliveries will utilize CATL's 5C batteries before transitioning to Li Auto's in-house developed battery packs.'Deeply Alarmed': Trump Administration Slams Ford's Deal With Chinese Battery Company
InsideEVs·- Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy urged Ford CEO Jim Farley to sever business ties with Chinese companies due to national security and competitive concerns. - Duffy specifically criticized Ford's licensing agreements with CATL for battery production in Michigan and partnerships with Geely. - Ford defended the arrangements by stating the Michigan plant is fully American-owned and operated through a limited technology agreement rather than a joint venture.Geely Galaxy to begin pre-sales of first rugged off-road SUV Cruiser 700 on September 15
CnEVPost·- Geely Auto sub-brand Geely Galaxy will open pre-sales for its first rugged off-road SUV, the Cruiser 700, on September 15. - The Cruiser 700 features an 830-kW triple-motor plug-in hybrid powertrain, a 47.14-kWh LFP battery pack, and advanced off-road capabilities. - The model aims to expand Geely Galaxy's lineup in a competitive segment as the brand experiences a gradual sales recovery.