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The auto industry is pulling back on its 'capital junkie' tendencies after unprecedented spending on EVs, self-driving

The auto industry, after a period of unprecedented spending on electric vehicles (EVs) and self-driving technology, is now showing signs of financial restraint. According to a report by NBC New York, automakers and suppliers are reevaluating their investment strategies due to high capital expenditures, with companies like Ford and General Motors scaling back on EV production targets and delaying investments in new battery plants. This shift comes as the industry faces challenges such as slowing demand for EVs, high costs of battery technology, and the need to achieve profitability in these new ventures. The pullback is also influenced by economic factors like rising interest rates and a potential recession, prompting a more cautious approach to what was previously seen as a race to dominate future automotive technologies.

Read the Full NBC New York Article at [ https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/business/money-report/the-auto-industry-is-pulling-back-on-its-capital-junkie-tendencies-after-unprecedented-spending-on-evs-self-driving/6015260/ ]