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Ban on Chinese technology will make new cars even more expensive

The biggest car news and reviews, no BS Our free daily newsletter delivers the stories that really matter straight to you every weekday. There is a lot of movement in the government right now to exclude vehicles having links with China through investment or technology from the American market. Yesterday, a Senate committee approved a

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Trucks

Chinese ownership limits threaten Mercedes’ sales trajectory

July 22, 2026 3:15 pm, EDT The production line of a C-Class sedan in the new expansion of the Mercedes-Benz plant in Kécskemét, Hungary on July 13. (Akos Stiller/Bloomberg) key takeaways: The Senate Commerce Committee on July 22 unanimously advanced the Connected Vehicle Security Act, sending a proposal to ban certain Chinese-owned connected vehicle manufacturers

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Trucks

Mexico embraces Chinese trucks, threatening US tariff relief

July 20, 2026 9:26 am, EDT A cargo ship loaded with Chinese-made trucks leaves Yantai port in China’s Shandong province. (CPhoto/Future Publishing/Getty Images/Bloomberg) key takeaways: Mexico’s increase in Chinese heavy-truck imports has become a sticking point in US-Mexico trade talks as both countries review the USMCA. Mexican imports of Chinese trucks have increased more than

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Motorcycles

The ZXMoto 500RR brings back a forgotten formula: four cylinders, 84 hp and a competitive attitude. A challenge to the Kawasaki ZX-4RR, Honda CBR650R and the new generation of Chinese sportbikes?

Over the years, small supersport motorcycles with four-cylinder engines have gradually disappeared from the market, replaced by more efficient and economical twin-cylinder solutions. The new ZXMoto 500RR comes with a different idea: bringing back a formula that many riders still associate with excitement, higher revs and a more emotional riding experience. Expected to arrive in

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Motorcycles

Chinese court rules against ‘E Ride Pro’ in design patent case – thepack.news

Source: Official statement, Chongqing Qilong Technology Co., Ltd. (2026.7.9) | Sur-Ron hasn’t cleaned the house. Just months after crushing Talaria in a landmark US patent case, the Chinese electric off-road pioneer has secured another favorable judgment, this time on home turf, and this time against the ‘e Ride Pro’ brand. ruling The Ningbo Intermediate People’s

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Motorcycles

BMW’s Chinese manufacturing partner is preparing for an electric ATV threat

It’s becoming harder to dismiss electric ATVs as novelty machines built for people who enjoy explaining voltage at farm demos, trade show booths, and parties. The category is still young, still weird, and still trying to prove it can do the dirty work without pulling a gas engine for moral support. But when Loncin started

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Cars

Porsche closes Chinese dealers due to slow sales and falling profits

Porsche reportedly closed four dealerships in China. The German automaker will reduce dealers in China from 116 to 80. Chinese sales are set to decline by 21% starting in 2026. Despite currently building some of the best sports cars in the company’s illustrious history, Porsche isn’t off to the best start in 2026. Sales were

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Motorcycles

Is Ducati in danger of being sold? Increasing competition from Chinese electric vehicle makers is putting pressure on Volkswagen

Could Ducati leave Volkswagen Group? There are no official plans to sell the Italian manufacturer, but Volkswagen’s major financial restructuring has put Ducati once again at the center of takeover speculation. With its strong profitability and premium reputation, Ducati remains one of the group’s most valuable non-automotive assets. According to the Financial Times, investment banks

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Cars

Toyota argues reliability gives it an edge over Chinese rivals

Toyota executive believes that quality, durability and reliability are the company’s strongest assets. The strong dealer network and after sales support have also contributed to the company’s success. However, the rise of Chinese brands is spectacular. With sales of more than 10.5 million cars in 2025, Toyota (including Lexus) retains the global sales crown for

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Trucks

Chinese tech rule blocks future Polestar US models

Polestar 4 electric vehicle. (Erika Gerdemark/Bloomberg) June 29, 2026 5:11 pm, EDT key takeaways: Polestar was denied authorization to sell future models in the US starting next year under connected-vehicle rules targeting Chinese technology. Bloomberg Intelligence analysts said about $250 million of revenue could be at risk in 2027, equivalent to about 5% of group

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