For decades, car-making has been the jewel in Germany's industrial crown, a powerful symbol of the country's famous post-war economic miracle. Its "Big Three" brands, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, and ...

In the run-up to Germany's February election, some experts worry climate action is being pitted against the economy. What risks could this have for both? And does it make sense to play them off ...

Electric vehicle (EV) maker and tech titan Tesla TSLA has been off to a rough start this year. After a wild ride that saw the ...

Shares of Tesla have fallen since Trump's inauguration and Musk's efficiency efforts, but EV competition from China is playing a role.

The combination of valuable natural resources and economic wealth of North and South Korea could mean a major new economic power if Korean unification ever takes place.

Imposing punitive tariffs on countries with high trade surpluses with the United States has been at the heart of US President ...

President Trump's trade war could harm America. The U.S. enjoys robust growth and a strong currency. Yet as the 2024 presidential election demonstrated, voters won't tolerate politicians whose ...

Targets of Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum say they are preparing countermeasures to offset the economic damage. DW weighs up the impact of the US president's latest move.

Elon Musk is hoping to stem the decline, worsened by disappointing 2024 results, with his new autonomous car service ...

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned Europeans this week that "realities" prevent the U.S. from being its security guarantor, and to expect a drawdown of U.S. forces in the region.