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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.
By Bengt Halvorson • Sept. 23, 2026 -
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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.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 23, 2026 -
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Automakers continue to make big investments in autonomous vehicles. We’ve put together a curated list of stories showcasing the technologies and strategies propelling autonomy.
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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.
By Greg Kable • Sept. 23, 2026 -
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Boston Dynamics begins robotics testing at Hyundai, outlines expansion
The company is training its Atlas humanoids to take over repetitive and heavy tasks at the automaker’s factories, with plans to begin component assembly by 2030.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 22, 2026 -
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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?
By John McElroy • Sept. 22, 2026 -
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Audi A2 returns as an affordable EV for Europe
The A2 e-tron is Audi’s most efficient regular-production EV yet, according to the VW Group premium brand — but it’s not planned for the U.S.
By Greg Kable • Sept. 22, 2026 -
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Volvo Cars sets former Porsche North America leader as global CEO
Klaus Zellmer will enter a lengthy transition period as current Volvo CEO Håkan Samuelsson eyes his second retirement.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 21, 2026 -
Courtesy of Hyundai
Hyundai sees growth in hybrids, robotaxis and physical AI
Hyundai Motor Group’s recent CEO Investor Day served to underscore how the company’s recent technology investments fit in with making more cars, more profitably.
By Bengt Halvorson • Sept. 21, 2026 -
Courtesy of Genesis
Cox raises 2026 new-car sales forecast on positive indicators
Gas prices aren't slowing sales, and wealthier buyers are accounting for a bigger piece of the market, according to the industry analysts at Cox Automotive.
By Jim Henry • Sept. 21, 2026 -
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Volvo aims to double profit margins with product blitz
The automaker sees a stronger lineup with “regionally tailored electrified cars” and synergies with China’s Geely.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 18, 2026 -
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Nissan, McLaren boost investment in UK’s auto industry
The automakers committed to building additional models in the country: a new hybrid Nissan Kicks and McLaren’s upcoming performance SUV.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 17, 2026 -
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Fed hikes main interest rate by quarter point, citing stubborn inflation
The monetary tightening provoked criticism from President Donald Trump, who has repeatedly called on the Fed to cut the main interest rate regardless of price pressures.
By Jim Tyson • Sept. 17, 2026 -
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Renault, Geely invest 2B reais in Brazil JV
The investment, worth $389 million, will help line up a new, electrified Renault for the market in 2027.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 17, 2026 -
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Volvo adds long-range PHEV versions of XC60 and XC90
The XC60 midsize SUV now has an electric range of nearly 125 miles between charges, Volvo claims.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 16, 2026 -
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Volkswagen expands driver assistance features in US models
Among the new features are driver-initiated lane changes on additional models, rear pedestrian detection and predictive adaptive cruise control for a smoother driving experience.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 16, 2026 -
Courtesy of Ilika
Europe faces a critical point in solid-state battery development, exec says
Ilika CEO Graeme Purdy walked WardsAuto through the challenge behind scaling battery production in the region — and why he believes success at it would create a competitive advantage for the industry.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 15, 2026 -
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Volkswagen revives XL1 thinking with Mission Efficiency EV
VW applied the mindset — and the shape — behind the original XL1 to its latest electric-car technology.
By Greg Kable • Sept. 15, 2026 -
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Tesla preps $1.4M Texas distribution center
The automotive and technology manufacturer expects the 538,720-square-foot facility to be operational by the end of 2028, per a state filing.
By Phil Neuffer • Sept. 15, 2026 -
Courtesy of General Motors
Vehicle infotainment remains a pain point for drivers: JD Power
Multimedia-related problems account for 25% of total vehicle complaints, according to JD Power’s 2026 U.S. Multimedia Quality and Satisfaction Study.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 14, 2026 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
Stellantis finds buyer for Brampton Assembly Plant
The idled plant’s potential sale comes as the automaker works to renegotiate its labor contract with Unifor, which has now paused talks citing concerns for the facility’s future.
By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 14, 2026 -
Courtesy of Niron Magnetics
Honda invests in US maker of rare-earth-free magnets
Minnesota-based Niron Magnetics, which celebrated the start of construction of a manufacturing plant Wednesday, confirmed the investment from the automaker.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 14, 2026 -
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Ford invests $1B in its key Kentucky plant for truck, SUV production
The new paint shop for Ford’s highest-revenue assembly plant will boost efficiency, the automaker said.
By Bengt Halvorson • Sept. 10, 2026 -
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Why Hyundai is raising its local sourcing goal in North America
The company plans to source 80% of parts for vehicle manufacturing in the region from local suppliers by 2030, President and CEO José Muñoz said.
By Phil Neuffer • Sept. 10, 2026 -
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Polestar’s EV concept teases new design language
The brand says its Formula 2030 concept, recently teased in a preview photo, will share design features with Polestar 2 and Polestar 7 models.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 10, 2026 -
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Transportation secretary urges Ford to cut technology ties with China
In a letter to Ford CEO Jim Farley, the DOT said it remains “deeply alarmed” by the automaker’s continued reliance on licensed technology from China-based battery manufacturer CATL.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 9, 2026
