Automakers

Trump opts for trade talks over tariffs for robotics, industrial machinery

For the second time this month, the president directed cabinet officials to negotiate over imports deemed a threat to U.S. commerce and security by a Section 232 probe.

By Phil Neuffer • Oct. 30, 2026

GM confirms Lansing Delta Township plant will produce hybrid vehicles

The automaker and the Department of Energy are restructuring a previously-awarded $500 million grant to support the investment.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 30, 2026

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Autonomous Vehicles

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.

By WardsAuto staff

2026 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid ekes out every last drop of performance

Engineers embed electric power into the transmission and the turbocharger for a uniquely Porsche electrified experience worthy of a 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems award.

By Robin Warner • Oct. 30, 2026

Stellantis starts building Leapmotor cars in Europe

The automaker will use spare capacity at its plant in Zaragoza, Spain, to produce the B10 SUV as it deepens its partnership with the China-based brand.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 30, 2026

Europe can benefit from driverless tech developed in US: Volvo Group

The ample lessons from self-driving truck tests in North America could help bring commercial applications to Europe in the near future, said Ingor Stürmer, head of Volvo Autonomous Solutions.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 29, 2026

Fed holds main interest rate steady despite accelerating inflation

Two policymakers on the Federal Open Market Committee dissented in favor of raising the federal funds rate by 0.25 percentage point.

By Jim Tyson • Oct. 29, 2026

Auto technology has industry execs bracing for disruption

By 2035, consumers will see offerings in software-defined vehicles as the main sales differentiator in vehicles, making AI and digital capabilities a top battleground today, according to a KPMG survey.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 29, 2026

Stellantis promises greater revenue growth as cost-cutting accelerates

The automaker lost 90% less money in the third quarter, compared to last year, largely thanks to cost cuts. It sees continued revenue growth as an opportunity. 

By Paul Myles • Oct. 28, 2026

2026 BMW M5 Touring marries performance with practicality

The 717-hp BMW M5 plug-in hybrid system returns to the Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems list for 2026, this time in a family-friendly sport wagon.

By Drew Winter • Oct. 28, 2026

Tesla begins humanoid production in California

Elon Musk said in an earnings call that customer shipments could be ready by next year as Tesla makes progress on its Optimus robotics line in Fremont.

By Nathan Owens • Oct. 27, 2026

Ford’s $30,000 Fathom EV aims to simplify bidirectional charging

“Our goal wasn’t just to add bidirectional power to our EVs, but to redesign the system to cost far less,” said Dave McCreadie, Ford’s director of grid and energy services.

By Bengt Halvorson • Oct. 27, 2026

Brampton sale, tariffs loom over Stellantis-Unifor labor talks

Experts see a recent strike authorization vote giving the union more tools to exact pressure, but ahead of the U.S. midterms neither side appears to be in a rush.

By Keith Nuthall • Oct. 27, 2026

2027 Hyundai Palisade’s advanced hybrid powertrain provides best of both worlds

The hybrid beats V-6 versions in power and efficiency: 30 mpg combined versus 20 mpg.

By Drew Winter • Oct. 26, 2026

Audi investing $4B to build its first US plant in Georgia

The factory will have a production capacity of up to 200,000 vehicles a year, with construction slated to begin in 2027 and the first vehicles built in the early 2030s.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 26, 2026

Volvo EX60 is a brilliantly executed EV

The midsize electric SUV offers more than 500 hp, very fast charging and space-efficient packaging.

By Gary S. Vasilash • Oct. 23, 2026

GM targets ‘personal autonomy’ as Super Cruise rolls out to more models

The company is expanding the hands-free highway driving feature to its highest volume pickups and SUVs, with a more advanced eyes-off version debuting in 2028.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 23, 2026

Volvo Cars cuts 2,500 jobs after posting $373M loss in Q3

The automaker’s financial woes continue with sales challenges in both the U.S. and China.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 23, 2026

FCA US recalls nearly 266K Ram ProMaster vans for loss of power steering

Water intrusion can result in corrosion in the wiring harness causing intermittent or disabled electric steering assist.

By Kalena Thomhave • Oct. 22, 2026

Waymo to launch its robotaxi service in Spain

The driverless technology company expects its commercial service to be up and running next year.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 22, 2026

Toyota spells out its Made-in-Europe rescue plan

The automaker supports a European manufacturing focus, with non-EU “trusted partners” included in a strategy to make vehicle production more efficient.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 21, 2026

GM’s Super Cruise revenue jumps 60% YoY in Q3

In a letter to shareholders, CEO Mary Barra said that the company is betting on trucks to be “a big driver of incremental Super Cruise adoption and digital revenue in 2027.”

By Eric Walz • Oct. 21, 2026

Mercedes-Benz and Nvidia extend strategic technology partnership

The automaker will utilize Nvidia’s Hyperion compute and sensor architecture to accelerate automated driving capabilities in its future vehicles.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 20, 2026

Volkswagen recalls nearly 23K ID.4s for battery fire risk

Owners are being advised to limit battery charging to a maximum of 80% until a remedy is available.

By Kalena Thomhave • Oct. 20, 2026

BMW M builds millionth car as it preps for arrival of electric M3

Milestone gasoline M3 comes as BMW’s 104-year-old home plant prepares for EV-only production, including a quad-motor version of the longtime performance benchmark.

By Greg Kable • Oct. 20, 2026

2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4Matic Electric delivers effortless performance

The GLC’s combination of strong performance and 350 miles of range without a gigantic battery pack wowed all the judges.

By Robin Warner • Oct. 19, 2026