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Why Lucid Gravity Charges Past Tesla, Even at Tesla Chargers
The new Lucid Gravity has what it takes to make the most of the most common Tesla Supercharger connector.
By Bengt Halvorson • June 20, 2025 -
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Toyota Seeks to Improve Education on BEVs
The No.1 Japanese automaker says the quirks of battery-electric vehicles and facets of their ownership will require nuanced customer guidance.
By Christie Schweinsberg • June 18, 2025 -
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‘Break the silos’: Software-defined vehicle development requires new approach
More attention must be paid to "middleware" given consumer demand for smartphone-like updates for new models, experts said at AutoTech 2025.
By Eric Walz • June 18, 2025 -
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‘Car culture’ still dominates in the US, survey finds
A Department of Transportation-funded survey finds nine out of 10 U.S. residents own vehicles, and most believe they’re essential to daily life.
By Benton Graham • June 18, 2025 -
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Ram Ups Ante in U.S. Pickup Market With 10-Year Powertrain Warranty
U.S. vehicle owners keeping their cars and trucks on average more than 12 years, and financing their purchases for more than seven years, spurs the new extended warranty to give Ram pickup owners more peace of mind and keep them coming back to the fold.
By David E. Zoia • June 18, 2025 -
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Nissan’s Third-Gen Leaf Due With New Body, Longer Range, Faster Charging
The battery-electric vehicle that started it all gets redesigned with a new form factor and can now travel up to 303 miles on a charge.
By Christie Schweinsberg • June 17, 2025 -
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NHTSA revises exemption process for vehicles without driver controls
The updated application process allows manufacturers to build up to 2,500 vehicles a year without steering wheels, pedals or mirrors.
By Eric Walz • June 17, 2025 -
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Lucid’s strategy to strengthen supply chain means using fewer parts
"Doing more with less is at the heart of sustainability and at the heart of resilience," said VP of Engineering James Hawkins.
By Larry Avila • June 17, 2025 -
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Renault Boss de Meo Bows Out
Italian executive’s mike-drop after turning failing Renault into Europe’s most successful brand, leaving to attempt the same for Gucci’s parent company.
By Paul Myles • June 16, 2025 -
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BMW Group Financial Services North America names president and CEO
Ole Jensen was appointed the new head of BMW’s financial services arm in the US and the Americas.
By Kalena Thomhave • June 16, 2025 -
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Ram Launches Marketing Offensive
The brand’s new ad campaign and planned reentry into NASCAR are designed to appeal to new customers and keep existing buyers in the fold.
By David Zoia • June 14, 2025 -
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Automakers face challenges in managing software-defined vehicles at scale
Industry experts suggest as vehicle technology increases in complexity, faster and more secure data management will be needed.
By Eric Walz • June 13, 2025 -
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Nio to Supply Batteries for McLaren Hyper-Hybrid Cars
Collaboration between brands was prompted by both now being in the Abu Dhabi government investment fund’s stable.
By Paul Myles • June 13, 2025 -
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The revival of Scout preserves its heritage through innovation
CTO Burkhard Huhnke details how the digital twin design process is expediting product testing as the automaker ramps up toward production in 2027.
By Eric Walz • June 12, 2025 -
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GM names head of global manufacturing
Company veteran Mike Trevorrow will serve a dual role overseeing the automaker’s worldwide manufacturing and engineering operations.
By Larry Avila • June 12, 2025 -
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Lucid elects Douglas Grimm to board
The seasoned transportation industry executive’s experience includes stints with Chrysler and Dana Inc.
By Larry Avila • June 11, 2025 -
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GM is investing $4B in three plants to boost domestic production
The automaker says the investments will provide it with the capacity to build 2 million vehicles a year in the U.S.
By Eric Walz • June 11, 2025 -
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Automakers must cope with tariff-fueled business climate in the short-term: analyst
S&P Global forecasts that the global trade environment may have more clarity by the end of the year.
By Larry Avila • June 10, 2025 -
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Chinese EVs Dominate China Market, but Face Pushback Abroad
A leading Chinese auto industry representative says domestic manufacturers must adapt to survive this era of tariffs.
By Wang Fangqing • June 10, 2025 -
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Alfa Romeo May Convert BEV Stelvio to Hybrid
Stellantis brand could follow Fiat 500e’s lead in converting the SUV model to hybrid to meet growing European consumer demand.
By Paul Myles • June 9, 2025 -
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Stellantis scraps plans for Illinois battery plant, parts hub: UAW
The automaker remains committed to restarting its idled Belvidere factory in 2027.
By Larry Avila • June 9, 2025 -
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BMW of North America shuffles leadership team
The automaker appointed a new VP of the central region, which includes 12 midwestern states.
By Kalena Thomhave • June 6, 2025 -
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U.K. Vehicle Production Fall Worst in 70 Years
A mix of U.S. tariffs, excess production in March and a late Easter sparks record fall in vehicle output.
By Paul Myles • June 5, 2025 -
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Subaru of America names chairman and CEO
Company veteran Yoichi Hori will oversee the automaker’s U.S. business operations.
By Larry Avila • June 5, 2025 -
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Tesla CFO offloads over $2M in stock as EU sales tumble
The stock sales come as Tesla’s European sales declined by 53% in April compared to the previous year.
By Grace Noto • June 5, 2025
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