Author: Nick Gibbs

Automakers are now bracing for their most feared outcome: the U.K. leaving the EU on March 29 with no deal at all.

Ford is expected to launch a new small crossover in Europe, possibly called the Puma, as the automaker concentrates on lucrative, higher-riding cars to help return its business in the region to profit.

VW may build Transit vans in Poland, while Ford could start output of the Transporter van in Turkey as the automakers plan a partnership to boost profits in that segment.

VW is considering whether to build a battery-powered SUV with rugged styling like the Land Rover Defender.

Jaguar Land Rover is expected to announce substantial job cuts as the automaker looks to reverse losses following double-digit drops in demand in China and a slump in sales of its diesel cars in Europe.

Signs are emerging that Geely wants Lotus to become a major player in the luxury market. One that will take on Porsche, Maserati and even break into the ultraluxury space to poach customers from Bentley, Aston Martin, Ferrari and McLaren.

Automakers such as Ford, Toyota and FCA are being hit hard by Turkey’s economic crisis. Light vehicle sales in the country have fallen by a third this year.