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Cadillac ‘Leads The Charge’ With Most-Viewed Auto Ad
Cadillac remains the leader among automotive sector ads with the most impressions for the week of May 23, as sports take a back seat to news and sitcoms, according to iSpot.tv.
By Wards Staff • June 3, 2022 -
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Supplier of GM Battery Materials Fined $1.2 Billion in Bribery Case
Authorities say Glencore and its subsidiaries made about $79.6 million in payments to intermediary companies between approximately 2007 and 2018 in order to improperly obtain and retain business with state-owned and state-controlled entities in West Africa.
By Joseph Szczesny • June 2, 2022 -
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TrendlineArtificial Intelligence
Automakers and dealers alike are increasingly seeing the use case for AI within their operations. Explore some use cases in this trendline.
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2023 Toyota Corolla Gets Fifth Gen Hybrid System
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Toyota’s 12th generation of its long-serving Corolla model will feature its fifth generation of full self-charging hybrid powertrain.The mod...
By Paul Myles • June 2, 2022 -
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Engine Options Highlight ’23 Mercedes-Benz GLC Lineup
The second-generation SUV gets new plug-in drivetrains and four-wheel steering among other tech upgrades.
By Greg Kable • June 1, 2022 -
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Buick Wildcat Claws Back, Conceptually Anyway
“This expression is a glimpse of where we’re going and the optimism we have for the limitless possibilities of an electric future,” says design executive Sharon Gauci.
By Steve Finlay • June 1, 2022 -
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Mercedes-AMG ONE Guns for Hypercar Glory
The F1-inspired plug-in-hybrid coupe is the most powerful road car yet from Mercedes-Benz’s AMG performance division.
By Greg Kable • June 1, 2022 -
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Hyundai Enthusiastic About EVs; Hybrid, PHEV Futures Unclear
The new Ioniq 5 battery-electric vehicle and hybrid and plug-in-hybrid variants of Tucson and Santa Fe CUVs are boosting the brand’s EV deliveries.
By Christie Schweinsberg • June 1, 2022 -
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BMW Adds Battery-Electric iX1 to Entry-Level CUV Lineup
Set to become BMW’s least-expensive electric model following the recent discontinuation of the quirky 9-year-old i3 hatchback, the iX1 initially will be offered with a dual-motor setup developing 308 hp in the all-wheel-drive iX1 xDrive30.
By Greg Kable • May 31, 2022 -
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Hendrick Automotive’s Playbook Wins Plaudits
Hendrick Automotive Group invests in its employees to thrive during the pandemic and beyond and to win top reputation scores.
By Nancy Dunham • May 31, 2022 -
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PGA Puts Cadillac Atop Most-Seen Auto Ads Leaderboard
Cadillac finished No.1 for the week of May 16 on the back of the 2022 PGA Championship, which delivered over a third of the overall impressions for the spot “Fortune Favors the Fearless.”
By Wards Staff • May 27, 2022 -
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How to Make EVs More Affordable
An auto industry panel delves into “democratizing electrification.”
By Steve Finlay • May 26, 2022 -
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Stellantis Announces Second North American Battery Plant
The new battery plant is part of Stellantis’ broad push into electrification under the Dare Forward plan the automaker outlined in March. Construction is to begin soon, and operations should begin in first-quarter 2025.
By Joseph Szczesny • May 25, 2022 -
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Toyota Again Rated Highest for Relationships With Suppliers
Automakers pay close attention to the study because positive supplier relations benefit OEMs with better pricing, more investment in innovation and technology and more sharing of technology. These factors all contribute to the OEM’s operating profit and competitive strength.
By Jim Irwin • May 24, 2022 -
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Mercedes-Benz Reveals Eye-Popping Vision AMG
Porsche’s Taycan Turbo is in the sights of Mercedes-Benz and its performance battery-electric sedan based on the Vision AMG. The hot new model arrives in 2025.
By Greg Kable • May 20, 2022 -
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Features Lend S-Class Luster to ’22 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The C-Class’s predecessor was the Mercedes-Benz 190. When it was introduced in 1982, it was nicknamed the “Baby Benz” and carried an entry-level image relative to the rest of the automaker’s lineup. The redesigned C-Class aims to put that image to rest.
By Jim Henry • May 20, 2022 -
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NBA, NHL Bump Buick to Top of Most-Seen Auto Ads List
Nearly every carmaker in the list dedicated the most estimated national ad spend to the NBA playoffs, with the notable exception of Infiniti for its “Wild World” spot.
By Wards Staff • May 20, 2022 -
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Belgium Plant Will Supply Batteries for Volvo Trucks
Cells and modules from Samsung SDI will be assembled into battery packs that are tailor-made for the company’s electric-truck range, including Volvo FH, Volvo FM and Volvo FMX models.
By Paul Myles • May 19, 2022 -
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Powering Ford’s Future: F-150 Lightning
Ford’s silent-running F-150 Lightning battery-electric pickup impresses on nearly every measure. We’re not surprised a few hundred thousand people want to buy it.
By Bob Gritzinger • May 18, 2022 -
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First Drive: BMW M XM
The new plug-in hybrid performance SUV will be produced in the U.S. and will offer up to 740 hp from BMW’s first gasoline-electric PHEV. North America, China and the Middle East are key markets for the car.
By Greg Kable • May 16, 2022 -
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Cadillac Claims Top Spot in Ranking of Most-Seen Auto Ads
Four of the top five ads with the most impressions in the automotive sector for the week of May 2 leaned on the first round of the NHL’s Stanley Cup playoffs to find audiences.
By Wards Staff • May 13, 2022 -
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GM Reaches Pact With Mexican Truck Plant Workers
GM’s deal with the union that represents workers at its Silao, Mexico, truck plant could set the pattern for future contracts under the USMCA.
By Joseph Szczesny • May 13, 2022 -
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Kia Announces New Soul Model Lineup
The ’23 Kia Soul lineup loses two trim levels and some funky design elements, but it’s still a solid, economical daily driver.
May 12, 2022 -
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Bentley Bentayga Extended Wheelbase Built for Comfort; Speed a Bonus
The SUV builds on the latest second-generation Bentayga, extending the wheelbase 7 ins. while overall length increases to 209 ins. The increased length is all in the rear door, creating what Bentley says is the most cabin space in its segment.
By Paul Myles • May 12, 2022 -
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North American Operations Leading Nissan’s Recovery
Nissan has raised franchise value to close to the top third in the industry, from dead last two years ago. And it has freshened its model lineup, winning several magazine awards including “Best Car Lineup” by Newsweek.
By Roger Schreffler • May 11, 2022 -
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Stellantis Adding to Canadian Electrification Investments
Stellantis’ $2.8 billion investment, which includes $810 million in government support, will ensure continued operation of both the Windsor and Brampton, ON, assembly plants and will expand the EV-centered Automotive Research and Development Center in Windsor.
By Joseph Szczesny • May 5, 2022
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