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Jeep, Ram Again Pick Up Slack for FCA

Jeep found 87,502 customers in August, up 19.6% from like-2017, with the redesigned Wrangler up 20% (20,168 units) and Cherokee up 85% (21,978 units). Ram had its best August ever.

Sept. 4, 2018

Mercedes-Benz Heralds Electric Future With EQ C

A key rival to the newly introduced Jaguar I-Pace, soon-to-be-revealed Audi e-Tron Quattro and an upcoming production version of the BMW iX3 concept, the new 5-seat SUV is the first electric-powered Mercedes-Benz model put into series production.

By Greg Kable • Sept. 4, 2018

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Artificial Intelligence

Automakers and dealers alike are increasingly seeing the use case for AI within their operations. Explore some use cases in this trendline.

By WardsAuto staff

Ford Rides Truck Demand, Fresh Product to Sales Gain

Ford sold 212,393 cars and trucks last month, compared with 203,156 in the same period a year ago, according to Wards Intelligence.

By James M. Amend • Sept. 4, 2018

Toyota Sales Dip in August, Honda and Nissan Rise

All three Japanese automakers saw light-truck sales rise and car sales decline, continuing a year-long trend reshaping the U.S. auto industry.

Sept. 4, 2018

Ford U.K. Plant’s Innards Under Drones’ Scrutiny

Each inspection area used to take a laborious 12 hours to complete. Now, controlling drones equipped with GoPro cameras can thoroughly inspect each area from the ground in just 12 minutes.

By Alan Harman • Sept. 4, 2018

Cars Still Honda’s Bread and Butter Amid Truck Boom

Honda is committed to producing passenger cars, an executive says. While that might seem a weakness in an increasingly truck-hungry world, analysts and Honda dealers are upbeat about the automaker’s product lineup.

By Alysha Webb • Aug. 31, 2018

Nissan Leads Ranking of Most-Seen Automobile Ads

Nissan’s top-ranked ad for the week of Aug. 20 continues to promote the automaker’s Bottom Line Model Year-End Event – a spot that collected 286 million impressions.

Aug. 29, 2018

Nissan Launches All-New Altima Production at Two U.S. Sites

Upgrades to the Tennessee and Mississippi plants include the addition of calibration equipment to help ensure the reliability and functionality of Nissan’s ProPILOT Assist technology.

By Alan Harman • Aug. 28, 2018

Proton Headed for China

The Malaysian automaker fulfills a dream with a plan to build and market its cars in China.

By Alan Harman • Aug. 27, 2018

Mercedes-Benz EQ Silver Arrow Points to Electric Future

The EQ Silver Arrow is a technological figurehead for Mercedes-Benz’s newly established EQ sub-brand, through which the automaker will market a range of new electric models starting with the EQ C set to make its production debut in early September.

By Greg Kable • Aug. 25, 2018

Toyota Dealership Takes a Cue From Netflix

“We have brought dealerships into the 21st century,” says Joydrive CEO Hunter Gorham.

By Alan Harman • Aug. 24, 2018

Audi Unleashes Radical New PB18 e-Tron Concept

The electric-powered supercar is touted as a possible successor to today’s R8.

By Greg Kable • Aug. 24, 2018

BMW Reveals New Z4 Roadster at Pebble Beach Concours

Sales begin with the 335-hp M40i M-Performance model leading the new third-generation lineup. The Z4’s completely new look comes with more distinctive proportions and an automatically controlled fabric roof.

By Greg Kable • Aug. 23, 2018

Ford Spot Still No.1 Among Most-Seen Auto Ads

The Ford ad holding on to first place for the week of Aug. 13 garnered 346.5 million TV ad impressions, even more than in the previous 7-day period.

Aug. 23, 2018

Tesla Model 3 Orders Go Unfulfilled; Aussies Get Antsy

“I have no idea if it’s ever going to show up,” says one would-be buyer Down Under.

By Alan Harman • Aug. 23, 2018

Hyundai Reveals Major Design, Safety Upgrades for 2019 Elantra

The new Elantra’s safety, driver-assist and infotainment features put it in the same league as luxury cars costing twice as much.

Aug. 22, 2018

Opel GT X Experimental Concept Unveiled

Compact crossover hints at a fresh start for the German car maker under new parent, the PSA Group.

By Greg Kable • Aug. 22, 2018

Ford Unleashes Ranger Raptor in Germany

Developed by Ford Performance for the true enthusiast off-roader, the first-ever Ranger Raptor will go on sale in Europe in mid-2019 powered by a twin-turbo version of Ford’s 2.0L EcoBlue diesel 4-cyl.

By Alan Harman • Aug. 22, 2018

VW Ramps Up German Factory Productivity

VW will consolidate Golf production in Wolfsburg as part of a major makeover of its global production strategy and processes aimed at boosting productivity 25%.

By Alan Harman • Aug. 21, 2018

Hyundai Shopper Assurance Undergoes Changes

Instead of the original money-back guarantee, the program now offers a “3-day worry-free exchange,” meaning participating dealers will swap out a vehicle, not refund the purchase.

By Steven Finlay • Aug. 21, 2018

GM Increases Production in Uzbekistan

General Motors’ Asaka plant employs about 8,000 workers and has capacity to produce about 250,000 vehicles a year. In addition to the Tracker, GM plans to launch a new generation of the Cobalt, perhaps by the end of this year.

By Eugene Gerden • Aug. 20, 2018

Kia Ends Arguments Over Audio Control

The automaker’s Separated Sound Zone technology allows each passenger in a vehicle to listen to different music, without headphones. The technology can mute sounds unnecessary for passengers but crucial for the driver.

By Alan Harman • Aug. 17, 2018

Infiniti Gives Bigger Glimpse at Electrified Prototype

The concept’s “cool, clean and forward-looking” appearance hints at the design language due on the brand’s forthcoming electrified vehicles.

Aug. 16, 2018

Ford Tops Most-Seen Auto Ads Chart

Ford takes first, Chevy places second and GMC snags third place in last week’s iSpot rankings of the most-seen automotive ads on TV.

Aug. 15, 2018

Ford Prices All-New Ranger for U.S. Market

Ford announces pricing for its upcoming Ranger midsize pickup will start at $25,395. The truck arrives in dealerships early next year.

By Bob Gritzinger • Aug. 14, 2018