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Heated seats tops list of most-wanted vehicle features, AutoPacific survey finds
The firm surveyed over 19,000 licensed drivers who intend to purchase a new vehicle within the next three years about their most coveted features and technologies
By Eric Walz • Aug. 7, 2026 -
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UK automaker discounts on EV purchases not sustainable, trade group warns
Despite a double-digit jump in July new-vehicle registrations, the nation’s industry body claims automakers are “hemorrhaging billions” of pounds.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 7, 2026 -
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Automakers are evaluating their long-term strategies, revisiting their product mix, and approach to both retail and manufacturing approach along the way.
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Honda’s Q1 operating profit surges over 117% year over year
The automaker’s profits reached a record-high for a single quarter, with no EV-related losses incurred after a $1.7 billion write-off from last year.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 6, 2026 -
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Ford’s affordable electric pickup gets $30K starting price, and a name: Fathom
The electric pickup will be available for pre-orders in early 2027, with deliveries slated for later in the year.
By Bengt Halvorson • Aug. 6, 2026 -
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Lucid details $1.4B ‘operational reset,’ delays midsize Cosmos
The later market arrival of the midsize model and deliberate dialing-back of production of other models are part of an “operational reset” as Lucid looks to improve its customer experience.
By Bengt Halvorson • Aug. 5, 2026 -
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Unifor is playing ‘the long game’ in contract talks — and wants automakers to do the same
In an exclusive interview with WardsAuto, Unifor National President Lana Payne shares her takeaways from recent negotiations with Ford — and what’s ahead.
By Keith Nuthall • Aug. 5, 2026 -
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Volvo reports 4% YoY sales slide from May through July
The automaker’s global sales during the three-month period were hit by market challenges in China as U.S. sales rebounded.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 5, 2026 -
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Toyota sees North American profitability, targets cost savings in hybrids
The automaker anticipates a stronger mix of hybrids across most global regions equipped with even more cost-effective batteries.
By Bengt Halvorson • Aug. 4, 2026 -
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Nissan posts recovery in Q1, net revenue up $1.6B YoY
The automaker returned to profitability following a net loss of $3.38 billion in FY2025 as it continues to execute its “Re:Nissan” recovery plan.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 4, 2026 -
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Mercedes-Benz unifies gas and EV in new GLA lineup
The 2028 Mercedes-Benz GLA absorbs electric versions and the EQA name disappears.
By Greg Kable • Aug. 4, 2026 -
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ColumnIs Slate on to something by starting downmarket?
As auto prices rise, some people are losing their “right” of transportation.
By Steve Finlay • Aug. 3, 2026 -
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Toyota to join Volvo, Daimler heavy-duty fuel-cell JV
The three automakers hope to accelerate hydrogen fuel-cell adoption for commercial vehicles.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 3, 2026 -
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Rivian narrows its losses in Q2 as consolidated revenue jumps 27% YoY
Although the EV maker continues to reduce its losses, it has never turned a profit and executives expect sustained headwinds due to external cost pressures.
By Eric Walz • July 31, 2026 -
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ColumnThe auto industry is building for a past that’s never coming back
Too many car companies are operating without regard for a steadily declining customer base.
By John McElroy • July 31, 2026 -
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Ford recalls nearly 566K Bronco SUVs for engine fire risk
The automaker identified insufficient abrasion protection for an underhood engine wiring harness and found that relative movement over time can lead to chafing and a short circuit.
By Eric Walz • July 31, 2026 -
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General Motors drives toward supply chain resiliency
The automaker is upping its domestic production investments while securing memory supply to shield rising commodity and logistics costs.
By Phil Neuffer • July 31, 2026 -
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US Army awards prototype contracts to Ford, GM, BC Customs
The automakers are competing for a contract to produce over 600 Heavy Infantry Squad Vehicles for the military agency. The agreement also aligns with Ford and General Motors’ goal to grow in the defense sector.
By Sara Samora • July 30, 2026 -
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2027 Audi Q9 and SQ9 unveiled as brand’s biggest SUVs
The luxury SUV lineup arrives later this year and will take on the BMW X7, Cadillac Escalade and Mercedes-Benz GLS.
By Greg Kable • July 30, 2026 -
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GM confirms $157M investment in Wentzville Assembly plant
The investment is focused on paint and modernization upgrades, including new processing equipment and an estimated 28,000-square-foot expansion.
By Eric Walz • July 30, 2026 -
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Stellantis’ Q2 adjusted operating income triples YoY
Net revenues are up 32% in North America and brisk vehicle sales are driving the automaker’s performance as its business strategy bears fruit.
By Paul Myles • July 30, 2026 -
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Ford raises guidance for 2026 as F-Series production recovers
High margin, off-road trims of trucks and SUVs helped buoy Ford to a strong showing in Q2 — even as the automaker contended with supplier issues and EV-related losses.
By Bengt Halvorson • July 29, 2026 -
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Renault Group’s value brand Dacia slips as China imports start to bite
Dacia’s first-half slump pushed the automaker’s volumes into negative territory in the first half of 2026.
By Paul Myles • July 29, 2026 -
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Hyundai recalls 48K Kona SUVs over seat belt buckles
The automaker decided on the recall “out of an abundance of caution,” after its supplier notified the company of a test failure.
By Kalena Thomhave • July 28, 2026 -
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Hybrid VW Tiguan US-bound amid EV reset
A hybrid version of the Tiguan is due to face off with the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V, although electrified versions of the Golf family aren’t set for the U.S.
By Greg Kable • July 28, 2026 -
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Stellantis to sell off car-sharing unit to concentrate on core operations
The automaker will sell its entire stake in Free2Move, which was once set not just to be a platform for car-sharing and urban mobility but a pathway to bring Peugeot to the U.S.
By Paul Myles • July 28, 2026
