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Lucid-led coalition seeks to boost critical minerals sourcing

The partnership between the automaker, producers and refiners is meant to accelerate and stabilize electric vehicle supply chains.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 11, 2025

Dodge Restores ICE Charger for 2026, Unveils Durango Jailbreak and Charger Scat Pack Packages

Stellantis’s U.S. muscle brand is adding horsepower to niche offerings as BEV mandates roll back.

By David Kiley • Aug. 8, 2025

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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

Nissan partners with Electrum to ease home EV charging

Advisors will help the automaker’s customers compare bids from contractors and identify incentives to help offset EV charger installation costs.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 8, 2025

New vehicle brand loyalty inching closer to pre-pandemic levels

Toyota leads OEMs while Tesla has faltered, according to a new report.

By Kalena Thomhave • Aug. 8, 2025

Toyota reports $3.3B drop in Q1 net income as tariffs take hold

The automaker expects that the impact of tariffs on its operating income for the remainder of FY2026 will be $9.5 billion.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 7, 2025

Lucid disappoints Wall Street, drops production forecast

The company’s models will lose the federal tax credit while the upstart automaker faces stiff competition from better-known brands selling BEVs.

By David Kiley | WardsAuto • Aug. 7, 2025

Toyota invests more than $50M in Arizona testing center

The improvements to the desert facility reflects the automaker’s drive to do business “where it sells.”

By Kalena Thomhave • Aug. 7, 2025

Trump plans 100% tariffs for semiconductor imports

Chips are one of several product types currently under Section 232 investigation by the White House, a frequent precursor to duties.

By Phil Neuffer • Aug. 7, 2025

GM-Hyundai partnership yields five new vehicles

The two automakers expect to sell more than 800,000 of the new vehicles each year once production is fully scaled.

By David Kiley | WardsAuto • Aug. 7, 2025

Lucid Disappoints Wall Street, Drops Production Forecast

Lucid’s models will lose the federal tax credit while the upstart automaker faces stiff competition from better-known brands selling BEVs.

By David Kiley • Aug. 6, 2025

Nissan Confirms Job Cuts Coming at European Hub

Nissan confirms it is in voluntary separation talks with staff at its Nissan Automotive Europe regional office in France.

By Paul Myles • Aug. 6, 2025

Renault Renews Focus on Indian Car Production

Complete ownership of Renault's Chennai plant and a new regional CEO are an effort to boost the automaker’s manufacturing footprint in India.

By Paul Myles • Aug. 6, 2025

Stellantis names Scott Krugger as head of North America design

The new role includes leading the creative direction and design strategy of the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram brands.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 6, 2025

Tata Exec to Take Helm at JLR

Indian parent company’s chief financial officer to take over from retiring CEO in November.

By Paul Myles • Aug. 5, 2025

Despite Potential BEV Slowdown, Hyundai on Track to Open New Korean Plant

Hyundai's Ulsan, South Korea complex, site of a new BEV plant, comprises five factories with two assembly lines each which produce 18 models.

By Tanya Gazdik • Aug. 5, 2025

Canadian Auto Sector Takes Aim at Tariffs

“At some point all of these (tariff-related) costs will have to be pushed onto the consumer,” says Canadian auto industry spokesman David Adams, who warns of reduced purchases as a result.

By Keith Nuthall • Aug. 4, 2025

Ford names commercial business unit president

Former GM and Amazon executive Alicia Boler Davis will take over leadership at Ford Pro effective Oct. 1, the automaker said.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 4, 2025

Amazon Autos adds CPO, used Hyundai vehicles to its online marketplace

The e-commerce site lets dealers reach more customers, many of whom expect an omnichannel car buying experience when purchasing a new or used vehicle.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 4, 2025

Toyota Motor North America VP of manufacturing to retire

Janette Hostettler is currently responsible for vehicle manufacturing and organization at the automaker’s largest global manufacturing facility.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 4, 2025

JLR Boss Retires Amid Growing Challenges

After 35 years with the company, Adrian Mardell will retire as JLR CEO as doubts over the Jaguar brand’s direction continue.

By Paul Myles • Aug. 1, 2025

FCA US recalls 121K Jeep models for second-row head restraint issue

The headrests may not lock in the upright position due to an interference condition, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 1, 2025

US to install country-specific tariffs Aug. 7

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday officially codifying rates for over 60 trading partners while pushing back implementation by seven days.

By Phil Neuffer • July 31, 2025

Ford takes out $3B loan amid tariff uncertainty

The unsecured loan signals confidence from lenders, although the automaker’s current credit rating indicates its business is vulnerable to adverse economic conditions.

By Eric Walz • July 31, 2025

Shock New CEO Appointment at Renault

Just two weeks after an interim appointment, the automaker unveils a new boss ahead of half-year financial results.

By Paul Myles • July 31, 2025

Tariffs hit Ford’s Q2 profit while automaker teases big EV news

The No. 2 U.S.-based automaker by sales volume projects a $3 billion loss this year from tariffs.

By David Kiley | WardsAuto • July 31, 2025