The January 2025 issue of PowerTALK™ News covers regional updates from six regions, and includes articles on a possible Honda-Nissan merger, VW’s possible change in plans for Germany plant closings, the DataPoint forecast of 2025 North America production for Dumpers/Tenders, and a report on Tandano’s development of the world’s largest electric crane.

IN THIS ISSUE

ALTERNATIVE POWER REPORT

  • Honda, Nissan Near EV Merger
  • Volkswagen May Not Close German Factories
  • European EV Car Market Declines
  • BYD Controversy in Brazil–What Is Going On?

DATAPOINT: 2024 North America Dumpers/Tenders Production
EUROPE: The Financial Challenges Facing KTM
SOUTH AMERICA/BRAZIL:

  •  Sao Paulo Bus Electrification Plan Delayed
  • BMW To Produce Six New Motorcycles in Brazil

JAPAN: Tadano Electrifies World’s Largest Crane
South KOREA: Strike Causes Auto Production Problems
THAILAND: Toyota, China Battle for Government Support
CHINA: FAW Jiefang, CATL Plan CV Electrification Effort
INDIA: Infrastructure Spending Seen Boosting CV Demand  PSR