Auto
Volkswagen Admits Mistake: Here's Why They Ditched the Buttons
After years of insisting on digital controls, the German manufacturer is gradually bringing back traditional buttons and rotary knobs in its cars.
Auto
Mercedes Admits Mistake: We're Bringing Back Physical Buttons
CEO Ola Källenius confirmed in an interview that practical physical controls will return in future models, acknowledging that the industry has neglected user experience in favor of technology.
Economy
German car manufacturers facing crisis in the Chinese market
Falling sales in the Chinese market and the expansion of Chinese manufacturers in Europe are causing billions in losses and mass layoffs in the German auto industry.
Auto
Mercedes Admits Mistake: Buttons Are Making a Comeback in the Cabin
Following customer complaints and new safety regulations, more manufacturers are moving away from purely digital controls and bringing back physical switches for essential functions.
Economy
German Auto Industry in Crisis: BMW's Profit Drops 35%, 8,000 Jobs Cut, Mercedes, VW, and Audi Also in Steep Decline
Latest quarterly results reveal a deep crisis for all German automotive giants: the Chinese market is slipping away, tariffs and geopolitics pose threats, and large-scale layoff programs become the norm.
