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Polestar secures $400M after record sales year
The luxury electric brand has now boosted its liquidity with two major investments in as many months.
By Paul Myles • Feb. 3, 2026 -
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The top automotive industry trends to follow in 2026
With automakers navigating tariffs, a sea of regulatory changes, supply chain uncertainties and waning EV demand, we’ve rounded up articles that dive into the topics OEMs and dealers are watching.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 30, 2026 -
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Hyundai Motor reports a $7.1B decline in net profit in 2025
The automaker cited U.S. tariffs as a significant factor in the declines, and it plans to up its investments in 2026 to remain competitive.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 30, 2026 -
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NHTSA opens query into GM V-8 engine failures after 2025 recall
The agency is investigating whether GM’s remedy for engine defects, affecting nearly 600,000 SUVs and pickups recalled last year, resolved the mechanical issues.
By Kalena Thomhave • Jan. 30, 2026 -
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3 regulatory topics automakers should watch in 2026
Trade, safety and emissions standards are front and center as the Trump administration reshapes U.S. automotive policy.
By Kalena Thomhave • Jan. 29, 2026 -
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Tesla ending Model S, X production in Q2, CEO Elon Musk says
It’s the end of an era for the electric sedan and SUV as the company looks towards a future that includes autonomous driving, robotaxis, humanoid robots and AI compute clusters.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 29, 2026 -
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GM’s net income falls by $3.3B in 2025 on EV-related charges
The automaker’s total EV-related charges were $7.9 billion last year, which significantly impacted its bottom line. But CEO Mary Barra expects a rebound in 2026.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 27, 2026 -
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Trump vows to hike South Korea tariffs to 25%
The U.S. president said he would raise levies, including those on cars, because South Korea’s National Assembly has not enacted terms of a framework trade deal.
By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 27, 2026 -
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Ford recalls nearly 117,000 vehicles for faulty engine block heaters
The accessory heater for some Focus, Escape and Lincoln MKC models can leak coolant and short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
By Kalena Thomhave • Jan. 27, 2026 -
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Jaguar denies change in all-electric brand strategy
The automaker dismissed media reports suggesting later models of an upcoming sedan may have gasoline-assisted powertrains, saying a recent all-electric prototype was well-received.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 27, 2026 -
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Honda dissolving its fuel cell system partnership with GM
Honda said it will continue internal development of its hydrogen fuel cell technology, and intends to make it a core business segment in the future.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 26, 2026 -
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GM’s Buick Envision production shifting from China to US in 2028
The onshoring of production is designed in part to mitigate tariffs that have driven up the price of the compact SUV and cut into sales.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 23, 2026 -
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ColumnIt looks like dealers’ facility upgrades do sell more cars
Many car dealers initially resisted automakers’ push to establish a common look for sales facilities, but Mazda and others’ recent experiences show the initiatives pay off.
By Steve Finlay • Jan. 23, 2026 -
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Canada’s auto sector faces existential challenges in 2026
Shifts in trade policy, new China links and potential changes to electric vehicle purchase targets have created a murky outlook for the industry.
By Keith Nuthall • Jan. 22, 2026 -
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Most OEMs reported sales growth in 2025 despite tariff-fueled headwinds
Ford Motor Co. reported its best sales year since 2019, while GM’s U.S. sales were up 6% year over year to 2.85 million vehicles.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 21, 2026 -
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Renault unveils Filante as its international flagship
The automaker hopes the flagship fullsize hybrid CUV will help it grow in Asia, Latin America and the Middle East.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 21, 2026 -
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FordDirect names new chief operating officer
Tracy Noonan Fred will oversee teams dedicated to product development, dealer engagement, marketing, analytics and data strategy.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 20, 2026 -
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Sony Honda Mobility of America’s CEO remains confident in EV market
With the joint venture's Afeela model now in production, Shugo Yamaguchi told WardsAuto he expects the joint venture will turn a profit before the end of the decade — even if others are pulling back from electric vehicles.
By Dave Zoia • Jan. 16, 2026 -
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Hyundai hires Tesla Autopilot pioneer for top driverless role
Minwoo Park will lead software-defined vehicle and autonomous driving efforts as head of Hyundai Motor Group’s advanced vehicle platform division and as CEO of 42dot.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 16, 2026 -
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US caps Taiwan tariffs at 15%
The limit would apply to both reciprocal and sector-specific duties, per the Commerce Department, although the implementation timeline remains unclear.
By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 16, 2026 -
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GM CEO: ICE and EVs can both ‘thrive under the GM tent’
Mary Barra said GM can extend its leadership in fullsize trucks and SUVs to EVs, but will continue adjusting product mix to meet demand.
By Gary Witzenburg • Jan. 15, 2026 -
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EEOC, Tesla head to private mediation in race-based harassment lawsuit
The parties are in the process of selecting a mediator and expect mediation to start in March or April.
By Ginger Christ • Jan. 15, 2026 -
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Mazda dresses up China-made electric SUV for Europe
The midsize CX-6e debuts in Brussels seeking to take on a EV market first dominated by the Tesla Model Y.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 14, 2026 -
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Rivian hires chief customer officer ahead of R2 launch
Greg Revelle will oversee the EV maker’s go-to-market strategy, including leading sales, marketing and operations.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 14, 2026 -
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GM’s CarBravo doubles warranties on used vehicles
Older, higher-mileage vehicles that do not meet the platform's standard certification criteria are eligible for a 30 day/1,000-mile powertrain limited warranty.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 13, 2026
