Auto Sector to Be Key Player in eVTOL Industry

The auto industry’s experience in producing vehicles in volume makes it a more likely center for air taxi production than the aerospace industry, analysts say. Carmakers from around the world already are knee-deep in development programs.

By Brenda Dionisi • May 2, 2025

GM recalls nearly 600K SUVs, pickups over engine failures

Over the past several years, the automaker identified more than 28,000 field complaints and incidents in the U.S. market potentially related to 6.2L V8 engine issues.

By Eric Walz • May 2, 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.

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GM projects up to $5B in tariff costs in 2025

The automaker says it will work to hold the line on consumer pricing of its vehicles.

By David Kiley | WardsAuto • May 2, 2025

Mercedes-Benz to produce a new ‘core-segment’ vehicle in Alabama

Details were limited, but a spokesperson said the move aligns with the automaker's focus on optimization amid market shifts.

By Larry Avila • May 2, 2025

Chery Making Further Inroads Into Europe With VW Production Pact

The Chinese automaker is eyeing European expansion and an EV tariff workaround.

By Greg Kable • May 1, 2025

Gas-hybrids Stem Slump in EU Car Registrations in Q1 2025

Consumer reluctance to make BEV switch offset by boost in uptake-up of hybrid cars at expense of ICE models.

By Paul Myles • May 1, 2025

Toyota invests additional $88M in West Virginia

The automaker's cumulative investments total over $2.8 billion since it began production in the state in 1998.

By Larry Avila • May 1, 2025

Mercedes-Benz unveils steer-by-wire system

The automaker says it will be the first German OEM to offer the electronic steering technology in a production vehicle when it launches in 2026.

By Eric Walz • May 1, 2025

Tariffs See Stellantis Ditch Financial Forecast as Q1 Revenues Slide

First-quarter revenues slump by 14% as auto group launches its financial recovery plan.

By Paul Myles • April 30, 2025

Dealers Turn ‘Made in America’ Into Tariff-Smart Sales

As tariffs take hold, dealers spotlight U.S. production to boost sagging sales.

By Alysha Webb • April 30, 2025

Trump Softens Tariffs on Auto Parts for U.S.-assembled Cars

The president will allow automakers to offset some costs while clarifying that potentially overlapping tariffs on Canada, Mexico, steel and aluminum will not stack.

By Philip Neuffer • April 30, 2025

GM beats Wall Street expectations, suspends guidance over tariffs

General Motors is heavily exposed to tariffs, including its Buick brand, but Trump’s waffling offers some relief.

By David Kiley | WardsAuto • April 30, 2025

Porsche Rethinks EV Strategy

The German automaker hints at a renewed focus on internal-combustion-engine (ICE) models as well as electrified derivatives of existing models, rather than an all-out expansion of dedicated electric models.

By Greg Kable • April 30, 2025

Hyundai Mobis develops EV battery with built-in fire suppression

The company said the technology prevents thermal runaway battery fires rather than simply delaying them. 

By Kalena Thomhave • April 30, 2025

Trump softens tariffs on auto parts for US-assembled cars

The president will allow automakers to offset some costs while clarifying that potentially overlapping tariffs on Canada, Mexico, steel and aluminum will not stack.

By Phil Neuffer • April 29, 2025

GM Beats Wall Street Expectations, Suspends Guidance Over Tariffs

General Motors is heavily exposed to tariffs, including almost entire Buick brand, but Trump’s waffling offers some relief.

By David Kiley • April 29, 2025

Industry Voices | Tech Challenges Vehicle Dependability

Vehicle owners want dependable technology, but increasingly complex user interfaces are prompting complaints.

By Jason Norton • April 29, 2025

Stellantis marks 2M Ram 1500 trucks built in Michigan plant

The facility will manufacture electric trucks, with a hybrid option coming to market this year.

By Kalena Thomhave • April 29, 2025

Tariffs could spike costs for domestic automakers by $108B

A new report estimates that higher import duties on automotive parts will impact nearly all of the 17.7 million vehicles built in the U.S. annually.

By Kalena Thomhave • April 29, 2025

Adam Chamberlain returns to Mercedes-Benz USA as CEO

Dimitris Psillakis will transition to a senior strategic advisor role and remain with the company until the end of 2025, the automaker said.

By Kalena Thomhave • April 28, 2025

Volvo Cars names new CFO

Deputy CFO Fredrik Hansson has taken over for Johan Ekdahl, who resigned after nearly a decade on the job.

By Larry Avila • April 25, 2025

Hyundai posts its highest Q1 revenue in company history

The automaker plans to maintain its sales momentum with the launch of new hybrids and fully electric models under its Ioniq brand.

By Eric Walz • April 25, 2025

Ford recalls 123K pickups, SUVs over brake fluid leaks

The condition may lead to excessive pedal travel or reduction in braking performance, according to the NHTSA.

By Eric Walz • April 24, 2025

GM’s head of global manufacturing resigns

Jens Peter Clausen, a veteran of Tesla and Google, will step down in mid-May after overseeing the automaker's manufacturing for a little over a year.

By Larry Avila • April 24, 2025

Auto groups: US tariff policies ‘will scramble the global automotive supply chain’

In a letter to the Trump administration, industry leaders say recent actions will increase costs and eliminate jobs.

By Larry Avila • April 23, 2025