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Rivian CFO is stepping down
Claire McDonough will leave the role on Oct. 30 after spending six years at the fledgling electric vehicle maker, which has never turned a net profit.
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Hyundai seeks to diversify revenue with its latest robotics acquisition
The company plans to expand its robotics testing and validation center tenfold by the end of the year and is looking to invest in U.S. commercial production.
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Hyundai targets sales growth by looking for whitespace
The automaker is finding opportunities by simply filling in its market gaps, with new model entries to include extended-range EVs, off-road SUVs and performance models.
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Lotus cuts YoY losses by 63% in H1 2026
The newly unified company sees a revenue boost from a cost-cutting business strategy and strong China sales.
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Volvo will enable new connected safety features in its EVs with OTA update
The automaker’s electric EX90, ES90 and XC60 models get four additional alerts and improved audio.
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General Motors gives first-time dealers a chance to turn around troubled store
Alex Feldman and Michael Gitlevich refused to be discouraged when a broker told them no OEM would approve them as franchise owners.
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Walmart’s own EV charging network picks up the pace with 100th station
Although off to a slow start in its self-branded EV-charging buildout, the retail giant plans thousands of locations and says they already span 20 states.
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Mitsubishi confirms US-bound, Nissan-based pickup
The brand plans to shift from four models now to six by the end of 2027 — with a pickup and maybe an SUV in the works.
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Lotus merges production and electrified mobility wings
The British performance brand seeks production efficiencies as it focuses on a hybrid future.
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Why are auto loans surging at the low end of prime?
The industry is keeping an eye on rising loan volumes and borrowers' shifting credit ratings. We asked some experts to help make sense of the trendlines.
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Unifor, GM reach tentative labor agreement for 4,600 workers in Canada
Additional details of the deal won't be released to members until ratification meetings scheduled for Aug. 29-30.
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Trump vows 50% tariffs on Canada cars, trucks, auto parts, steel
The president announced the new levies, effective Jan. 1, after Canada said it would retaliate against duties the U.S. implemented over the weekend.
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ColumnThe German auto industry’s gut-wrenching moment
Tens of thousands of German autoworkers' jobs are at risk as net profit margins shrink.
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Hyundai’s luxury brand Genesis reveals flagship GV90 electric SUV
Built on Hyundai’s eMP platform that’s exclusive for the GV90, the EV features innovative technologies that offer what Genesis calls an unprecedented in-vehicle experience.
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Trump’s 50% tariff on many Canada imports in effect as talks stall
The two countries failed to reach an agreement before Saturday’s deadline for the levies, with Canada vowing to “match those tariffs dollar for dollar.”
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Volvo Cars adds technology, engineering officers to leadership team
A reshuffle of some of the automaker’s top executives is expected to boost capabilities for its “next phase.”
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AI agents arrive in the cabin, bringing automakers opportunities and risks
Improved consumer UX is on the way, while OEMs are set to lose some control of the cockpit environment.
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LG Energy Solution starts production at new Michigan battery factory
The 35-GWh plant in Lansing will manufacture large-format batteries for energy storage and for electric vehicles, including the Toyota Highlander EV.
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Land Rover to bring Dakar-winning Defender to the road
The limited-edition Defender Dakar will boast a 4.4-liter V8 with more power than the racer.
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Q&AStellantis’ US planning chief plots out Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram future
Highly modular vehicle platforms and flexibility on electrification will be key to seeing the vision through.
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Ionna tops Tesla Supercharger network in EV charging study
The network founded by eight legacy automakers is topping Tesla in satisfaction — and there are some very noteworthy reasons why.
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UK government launches review into EV mandate for automakers
Pressured by industry, regulators consider shelving the ban on non-hybrids for 2030.
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Stellantis recalls 848K vehicles for backup camera fault
A radio software error may prevent the rearview camera image from appearing on the vehicle’s infotainment screen when shifting into reverse.
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Bentley appoints UX chief as new exterior design lead
T.Jon Mayer is taking on exterior design responsibilities as Domen Rucigaj heads off to a new role in parent company Volkswagen Group.
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A first-time owner partners with his employer to open a Nissan dealership
The opportunity appeared when Group 1 unexpectedly closed one of its Austin stores.
