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VW Delays Electric Golf as Cost Cuts Stall Factory Revamp

Volkswagen is facing delays to the launch of its electric Golf, a setback for the German carmaker that’s grappling with a major restructuring, according to people familiar with the matter.

September 12, 2025
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Trump, Union Pacific CEO Discuss Norfolk Southern Acquisition

Union Pacific's CEO discussed the railroad’s proposed $72 billion acquisition of rival Norfolk Southern with President Donald Trump as the company seeks regulatory approval for the deal.

September 12, 2025
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Ram Cancels US All-Electric Pickup Amid Demand Deceleration

Stellantis NV, which owns the Jeep and Ram brands, has canceled plans to bring its all-electric pickup truck to market, its latest product shake-up.

September 12, 2025
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Amazon Tests GM BrightDrop EV Delivery Vans

The pilot, though modest — about 12 vehicles — places the GM vans among a fleet that includes vehicles built by Ford, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis and Rivian.

September 12, 2025
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Washington Launches Toll Route to Ease Freight Near Ports

This toll road launch is the first mile of the four-lane state Route 509 Expressway being built by the Washington State Department of Transportation.

September 12, 2025
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Exxon Says Its New Form of Graphite Boosts EV Battery Life

CEO Darren Woods said the invention is being tested by several EV manufacturers.

September 12, 2025
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Bessent to Meet Chinese Officials in Spain to Discuss Trade

Bessent will discuss tariffs and national security issues related to the ownership of social media platform TikTok.

September 12, 2025
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EU Lawmakers Seek Tweaks to US Trade Deal

Members of the European Parliament are pushing to insert a sunset clause that would limit the duration of tariff cuts on American industrial goods, and to adjust duties on specific products.

September 12, 2025
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FTC Investigates Amazon, Google Over Advertising Practices

The investigations focus on whether the companies properly disclosed the terms and pricing for ads, Bloomberg reports.

September 12, 2025
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Kroger Questions Warehousing Partnership With Ocado

Kroger could close some existing automated warehouses to cut costs. Britain’s Ocado has been selling automated warehouse technology to power online grocery shopping since 2000.

September 12, 2025