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Seat Pushes for Audi Q4 e-tron at Martorell
Seat is negotiating for a larger electric model at Martorell. The Audi Q4 e-tron could arrive from 2032, but Volkswagen has approved no allocation.
Gincat System adds Keyence vision machine to factory quality checks
A Keyence vision machine is now part of Gincat System's inspection process in Sant Fruitós de Bages, Barcelona. The system is meant to automate checks and spot possible defects more consistently, but independent sources do not confirm its model or performance.
Chinese car giant triggers security fears near Spanish naval base
SAIC’s plan for a car plant in Ferrol has rattled Spain’s defense circles. The factory’s location near a major naval base has turned an economic deal into a security headache for Madrid and its allies.
Renault pushes Spanish-made hybrids to rival Toyota in reliability
Renault is doubling down on its Spanish factories, launching a new wave of hybrid SUVs that aim to match Toyota’s legendary reliability. With over €600 million invested and five new models secured, Spain’s auto industry is firmly in the spotlight.
China reshapes Spanish car industry as SEAT faces uncertain future
Spain’s car industry stands at a crossroads as Chinese manufacturers move in and historic brands like SEAT face possible extinction. The country’s factories are shifting from European to Asian control, raising questions about jobs, technology, and Spain’s role in the global automotive race.
Macron and Sánchez clash over Chinese electric car factories in Spain
Emmanuel Macron and Pedro Sánchez are at odds over how to handle China’s electric vehicle push. While France demands tough tariffs, Spain courts Chinese investment to boost its own manufacturing know-how.
Leapmotor rockets to sixth in Spain’s electric car market
Leapmotor has jumped to sixth place among electric car brands in Spain after a 140% surge in registrations in the third quarter. With four models now in the top 30 and local production about to start in Zaragoza, the brand is shaking up the Spanish EV market.
Renault halts production at factories across Castilla y León
Production stoppages began at Renault plants in Castilla y León on 1 October. Around 5,500 workers are affected as weak European demand forces the company to reduce output.
Pedro Sánchez tours Delta Vigo to back Galicia’s aerospace ambitions
Pedro Sánchez made a high-profile stop at Delta Vigo’s main plant, signaling government support for the Galician engineering group’s growing role in Airbus projects. The visit highlighted Delta’s technical prowess and its expanding footprint in the European aerospace sector.
Chinese giant Gotion takes major stake in Volkswagen battery plant in Valencia
Gotion will invest 1.1 billion euros to acquire 49 percent of Volkswagen’s battery gigafactory in Sagunto. The move cements a powerful alliance and signals a new era for European battery production.
Gotion High-Tech sets sights on Valladolid with major battery investment
Gotion High-Tech and Inobat are launching a new battery ecosystem in Valladolid, starting with a €940 million investment and plans for 1,000 jobs. This move signals a new phase in Spain’s electric vehicle industry and intensifies competition among global battery giants.
Ford Almussafes secures labour deal through 2030
Ford Almussafes and UGT have ended months of talks. The agreement sets pay rises above inflation and adds new workplace benefits through 2030.
Leapmotor B10 test drives mark turning point for Stellantis Figueruelas
The Leapmotor B10, Stellantis Figueruelas’ first Chinese electric SUV, is now being tested on public roads near Zaragoza. This signals a major step in the plant’s rapid transformation and the arrival of a new player in Spain’s car market.
Spanish car factories face tough road to military production
Spain’s automotive industry is eyeing defense as Europe ramps up military spending. But transforming car plants into arms suppliers is far from straightforward, with certification, scale, and security hurdles slowing the shift.
Electric car production surges as Zaragoza and Palencia secure new models
Spain's electric vehicle industry accelerates with new models at Zaragoza and Palencia. BYD's manufacturing edge and Tesla's latest updates signal a changing landscape for European carmakers.
Urbaser kicks off lithium battery recycling push in Spain
Urbaser is building a new plant in León to recycle up to 25,000 tons of lithium batteries a year. The company wants to recover valuable metals and cut Europe's need for imported raw materials. More sites are planned for Zaragoza, Castilla-La Mancha, and Portugal.
Ford profit plunges in Spain even as car sales climb
Ford Spain closed 2025 with a net profit of €69 million, down 70% from the year before. Sales jumped, but revenue and output dropped, showing the strain of the electric transition.
Trump rewrites US car rules and sidelines electric mandates
Donald Trump has scrapped Biden-era electric vehicle mandates and approved looser CAFE standards, promising $100 billion for US carmakers. The move could reshape global production plans and delay the electric transition for years.
Ford Almussafes faces crisis as production plummets
Ford’s Almussafes factory in Valencia is running at a fraction of its capacity, with taxpayers footing the bill to keep jobs alive. The plant’s future now hinges on delayed investment from China’s Geely.
Morocco builds Africa's first battery gigafactory just across from Spain
A $6.8 billion battery plant is rising in Kenitra, Morocco, only 15 kilometers from Spain. With Chinese giant Gotion High-Tech behind it, this project could shake up the electric vehicle race in southern Europe.
Trump and Xi put Spanish car factories at risk with tariff showdown
The Trump-Xi summit in Washington has thrown Spain’s auto industry into doubt. With tariffs on Chinese electric cars and rare earths up for debate, thousands of Spanish factory jobs are now on the line.
Renault puts €600 million into electric car production in Spain
Renault will spend €600 million to launch five new models in Valladolid and Palencia, including two electric cars and a battery assembly line. This is Renault’s first electric car production in Spain and will keep thousands of jobs secure.
Volkswagen overhauls German production as electric car orders outpace petrol and diesel
Volkswagen is now getting more orders for electric cars than for petrol or diesel models in Germany. The surge is forcing the company to change its production plans and rethink how its factories work.
Volkswagen slashes combustion car output as electric orders take the lead
Volkswagen has dropped planned extra shifts at its Wolfsburg plant after electric car orders in Germany pulled ahead of combustion models. The company is now counting on its Spanish factories to deliver the next wave of affordable EVs.
Leapmotor eyes Madrid plant as B10 tops Spain’s electric SUV sales
Leapmotor’s B10 has surged to the top of Spain’s electric SUV market, but the company still hasn’t picked which model will be built in Madrid. The decision could shake up Spain’s EV industry.
BYD narrows search to Spain or France for next electric car plant
BYD is close to picking Spain or France for its second European plant. The decision, expected by year-end, could shake up the electric car market and bring new competition to the region.
Volkswagen Navarra starts mass production of ID Cross electric SUV
Volkswagen’s Navarra plant has started building the ID Cross, marking a major step in the group’s move to electric cars. This puts Spain and Portugal at the center of Volkswagen’s European EV plans.
EBRO returns to Spanish roads with a nationwide dealer network
EBRO has crossed 30,000 vehicle registrations in Spain and now runs 100 dealerships across the country. The brand’s comeback is tied to a major football sponsorship and a partnership with Chery at the old Nissan plant in Barcelona.
Wallbox shuts Texas plant and moves all production to Barcelona
Wallbox has stopped making chargers in Texas and now builds everything in Barcelona. After a year of big losses and rising debt, the company is fighting to survive. What does this mean for Wallbox and the EV industry?
Leapmotor B10 faces real production test at Stellantis Figueruelas
The Leapmotor B10 isn’t rolling out of Spanish factories for buyers yet. Only test cars have left Stellantis Figueruelas so far. The real push for European production and pricing starts this autumn.
Chinese car giants reshape Spanish factories in electric race
Chinese automakers are moving in. BYD, Geely, Chery, MG, CATL, and Leapmotor are setting up production and battery plants in Spain, sidestepping EU tariffs and changing the face of the country’s car industry.
Volkswagen ID Cross Launches Production in Navarra, Marking Electric Milestone
Volkswagen Navarra has started production of the ID Cross, its first all-electric model, signaling a pivotal moment for the factory and Spain’s automotive sector. The new SUV will be shipped to 34 countries, underscoring the region’s growing role in Europe’s electric vehicle market.
BYD considers Spain for next European electric vehicle plant
BYD is close to choosing Spain as a finalist for its next European factory, a move that could significantly boost the country’s role in electric vehicle manufacturing. The decision is still pending, but competition among Chinese brands for Spanish production is intensifying.
Volkswagen aims for one million vehicles with electric drive in Iberia
Volkswagen is betting on compact electric cars to reach a million vehicles produced in Spain and Portugal by 2027. The launch of the ID.Cross in Navarra marks a turning point, with new models and expanded factories reshaping the region’s automotive landscape.
Volkswagen sets new production record in Spain with electric and hybrid cars
Volkswagen has begun production of the ID Cross in Navarra, completing the electrification of its Spanish factories. The group now aims for over one million vehicles annually across its Iberian plants, strengthening jobs and future investment.
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