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Mercedes-Benz Vans names North American sales leader
Jee-Seop Kim will take over Sept. 1 for Heike Scheuble, who is retiring after four decades with the automaker.
By Larry Avila • July 15, 2025 -
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Tesla CFO offloads another $1.7M in stock
After a 14% decline in vehicle deliveries in Q2, the electric automaker is facing rising pressure from its shareholders.
By Grace Noto • July 15, 2025 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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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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Volvo to Build Polestar 7 in Slovakia
Polestar switches production of upcoming compact SUV from China to avoid EU BEV tariffs.
By Paul Myles • July 14, 2025 -
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Nissan names VP of US sales and regional operations
Arcangelo Lofaro, a 20-year veteran of the company, began his new role on July 1.
By Larry Avila • July 14, 2025 -
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Ford recalls 850K vehicles for defective fuel pumps
The automaker has issued 89 recalls this year, which potentially extend to over 5.2 million vehicles.
By Eric Walz • July 14, 2025 -
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US plans 30% tariffs on EU, Mexico
President Donald Trump unveiled the new duty rates, set to begin Aug. 1, in separate letters shared on social media Saturday morning.
By Max Garland , Phil Neuffer • July 12, 2025 -
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US plans 35% tariffs on Canada imports
President Donald Trump said the duties will take effect Aug. 1 while decrying the country’s retaliatory levies to U.S. tariffs.
By Phil Neuffer • July 11, 2025 -
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Ford recalls 200K vehicles for backup camera display fault
Nearly all of the recalled models are suspected of having defective SYNC 3 infotainment software.
By Eric Walz • July 11, 2025 -
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Nissan delays EV production start at Mississippi plant
The move was an internal decision and “not a specific reaction to policy changes,” a spokesperson said.
By Larry Avila • July 11, 2025 -
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BMW of North America names VP of marketing
Leigh Moynihan joins the automaker after serving in a similar role at Volvo Car USA for nearly 8 years.
By Larry Avila • July 10, 2025 -
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2026 Mazda CX-5 Roomier, Adding Hybrid Variant in 2027
The CX-5 CUV is Mazda’s top-selling model. The Japanese automaker is making changes to its interior and powertrain to keep it that way.
By David Kiley • July 10, 2025 -
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Nissan recalls nearly 444K vehicles for engine failures
The powerplants may have manufacturing defects that can lead to failure, according to the NHTSA.
By Eric Walz • July 9, 2025 -
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Behind the Wards 10 Best Interiors & UX Winners: Dodge Charger Daytona
Inside the thinking that led to a fresh interior and UX design for a modern vehicle with a legendary nameplate.
By Gary S. Vasilash • July 9, 2025 -
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Quarterly sales roundup3 automakers report sales gains in Q2
Meanwhile, most companies, including Nissan, Stellantis and VW, weathered declines.
By Larry Avila • July 9, 2025 -
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Column
Does the U.S. Want an Auto Industry, Or Not?
It is in the self-interest of the U.S. to have a healthy and vibrant automotive industry. It’s time for a comprehensive national strategy to keep it that way.
By John McElroy • July 8, 2025 -
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Stellantis taps Ram CEO as new head of its American brands
Among his new roles, Tim Kuniskis will oversee the revival of the automaker’s storied SRT performance division.
By Larry Avila • July 8, 2025 -
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Auto trade groups praise passage of ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’
Several associations hailed the extension of certain 2017 tax provisions, though some mourned the phase-out of key provisions for electric vehicles.
By Larry Avila • Updated July 8, 2025 -
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GM recalls 42K Blazer EVs for parking brake wiring issues
The wiring harness may become damaged or corroded due to flexing, resulting in unintended activation or loss of parking brake function.
By Eric Walz • July 7, 2025 -
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Kuniskis Adds NA Marketing, American Brands, SRT to Ram Role
Stellantis announces the Ram CEO will have oversight of a reborn SRT performance division, in addition to new duties overseeing its American brands and North American marketing.
By Christie Schweinsberg • July 2, 2025 -
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Renault’s First Large-Scale V2G Car-Share Service in Europe
Dutch city of Utrecht becomes the Continent’s first to launch mass public V2G vehicle charging.
By Paul Myles • July 2, 2025 -
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Second Half Auto Sales Expected to Be Full of Headwinds
While first-half 2025 U.S. new vehicle sales fared well, there is much uncertainty around tariffs and battery-electric-vehicle tax credits, as well as inflationary fears, that make accurate forecasts for sales more difficult than usual.
By David Kiley • July 1, 2025 -
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NHTSA launches safety probe of Range Rover Sport SUVs
The agency is looking into the structural integrity of the front steering knuckle after reports of cracks that can cause a loss of control or crash.
By Eric Walz • July 1, 2025 -
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Ram Boosts Affordable Entrants with New Warlock, Black Express Heavy Duty Truck Models
The new sport-truck variants of the Ram 2500 HD series will be priced on the lower end of the scale for heavy-duty pickup trucks in the U.S.
By Christie Schweinsberg • June 30, 2025 -
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Ford recalls 133K Lincoln Aviator SUVs for loose exterior trim
This is the second recall for Aviator models in June, the first of which was for incorrectly installed second-row seat switch bezels.
By Eric Walz • June 30, 2025 -
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Nvidia to Build First European AI Cloud in Germany
Leading AI chip giant commits to boosting Europe’s capabilities in the technology to catch up with the U.S. and China.
By Paul Myles • June 30, 2025
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