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First Drive: 2027 Rivian R2 is downsized but not down character from R1
Starting at a much lower price, the Rivian R2 attempts to attract a much larger swath of consumers.
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BMW lays out AI-based innovation roadmap to boost global competitiveness
The automaker laid out a plan for profitability and long-term success at its Capital Market Day 2026 event this week in Munich, amid what it calls challenging market conditions.
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Lucid deploys Gravity UX to 2025 and newer Air models
Owners of the 2022-2024 Lucid Air will have to schedule a $950 hardware upgrade to get the elevated user experience, called UX 3.0, but it’s free for newer eligible vehicles.
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A family dealership revolutionizes its operations with AI
As VIP Auto Group's CMO, Ben Sporn has helped build AI-based solutions to overhaul the company’s e-commerce parts business and improve its fixed operations.
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Aston Martin upgrades DBX with a GT version
The V-8-powered luxury performance SUV gets a grand touring version promising even more comfort and refinement.
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Ultium Cells boasts $1B investment for future affordable GM EV batteries
The GM battery supplier, a joint venture with LG Energy Solution, says that it will be the first in the world to mass-produce LMR battery cells, which it has targeted for electric trucks and more.
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Ford, JPMorgan Chase and Michigan establish $3B manufacturing initiative
The automaker and bank are partnering with the state to tackle challenges in scaling robotics and automation, critical minerals processing and other priority areas.
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Courtesy of Ionna
Automaker-backed EV fast-charging network has more than doubled in 2026
Ionna also claims that it’s now the largest 400-kW EV charging network operator in U.S.
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Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
Ford announces CPO program for commercial vehicles
Ford Pro Advantage will offer customers affordable used trucks and vans through a national sales network of more than 700 commercial vehicle centers.
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Courtesy of Volkswagen
First drive: Volkswagen ID. Tiguan EV will be more than a new name
Time inside the ID.4’s replacement shows revised styling, an upgraded MEB+ platform and a redesigned interior as the automaker moves the look and feel of its electric lineup closer to mainstream.
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Courtesy of General Motors
GM is now using recycled battery materials for its new EVs
Some customer-bound EVs from Chevrolet and Cadillac now have cells made with bits of previous GM batteries.
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Courtesy of Lucid Motors
Lucid and Bolt partner for proposed European robotaxi service
Mobility provider Bolt cited Lucid’s “world-class platform,” but the two companies will co-design the vehicle and software.
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Courtesy of Volkswagen
VW refreshes ID.4 EV, brings it into Tiguan family
The ID. Tiguan arrives in Europe in early 2027 and is confirmed as U.S.-bound with details yet to come.
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ProfileA Mercedes-Benz dealership’s service director embraces AI to improve turn time
Keeping the customer communication personal but using AI behind the scenes has made all the difference.
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Permission granted by Steve Finlay
ColumnThe charge is on for more EV chargers
Electric vehicle sales are in a slump, but high-speed public charging station installations are on a hitting streak.
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GM CFO expects improved 2027 cash flow after EV restructuring
The executive also credits the company’s focus on its portfolio of vehicles for improved cash flow over the past decade.
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Torcal EV arrives as one of Bentley’s lowest-cost models
The luxury Bentley Torcal compact SUV joins the automaker's global lineup at near entry-level to attract younger consumers.
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How Jeep is charting a new course for its marketing
New campaign “This Is Jeep Country” celebrates the brand’s American heritage, while multicultural extensions speak to a fragmented landscape.
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Q&AToyota’s US sales boss talks EVs, hybrid trucks and maintaining affordability
With multiple EVs, Toyota has “gas-price-proofed our lineup,” its head of U.S. sales told WardsAuto.
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Courtesy of Lotus UK
Lotus targets US sales in its turnaround strategy
Brand reputation and profit margins top the automaker's ambitions, per its CFO.
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Mercedes-AMG adds a V-8 to its CLE — and it’s sold out before arrival
With a twin-turbo V-8 making 637 hp, rear-wheel drive and a 193-mph top speed, the exclusive CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung is limited to just 30 cars worldwide.
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2027 Nissan Rogue Hybrid starts at $37K, projected at 38 mpg
Pricing rivals that of the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and Honda CR-V Hybrid, while the automaker’s e-Power system is set to bring EV responsiveness without charging.
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Courtesy of Nissan Motor UK
EU could lose billions by excluding UK auto trade
Breaking deep historical auto industry production relations could risk a staggering sum of lost revenues and jobs for both economies, warns the SMMT.
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Courtesy of BMW
2027 BMW 3-Series lineup leaves top performance to gasoline six
The brand-defining sedan inherits cues from the i3 EV but offers a true-to-form inline-6 engine at the top of the range.
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ColumnDrones, defense systems, and the new ‘Arsenal of Democracy’
The auto industry and military are converging once again. Should we be concerned?
