Stellantis to launch AI-powered in-car assistant

The automaker also aims to deploy technology developed by France-based startup Mistral AI across vehicle engineering, fleet data analysis, sales and manufacturing.

By Eric Walz • Feb. 12, 2025

Jack Cooper shutting down after losing automaker contracts

Ford Motor Co. and General Motors ended agreements with the vehicle carrier, according to a spokesperson for the hauler.

By David Taube • Feb. 11, 2025

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Ionna moves forward with EV charging network

The automaker-led joint venture remains committed to rolling out public charging infrastructure, despite the suspension of government funding.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 11, 2025

BYD Confirms European Automakers Approach to Buy BEV Credits

Legacy brands planning a cash injection for rival Chinese giant to avoid multimillion-euro fines imposed by EU for missing BEV sales targets.

By Paul Myles • Feb. 11, 2025

Trump tags steel, aluminum imports with 25% tariffs

The new duties build on actions from the president's first term while axing exemptions and product exclusions.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated Feb. 11, 2025

Used-BEV Sales Rise But U.K. Incentive Cuts Risk Future Sales, SMMT Says

A healthy used-car sales hike in 2024 includes electrified powertrain vehicles but the ending of consumer incentives could halt that growth, industry group warns.

By Paul Myles • Feb. 10, 2025

Toyota’s expanded $14B North Carolina EV battery plant ready to roll

The batteries produced at the facility will be used in hybrids, plug-in hybrids and fully electric vehicles built in North America.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 10, 2025

Honda recalls over 294K vehicles for engine stalling

The automaker’s investigators concluded that an ECU software issue was the cause.

By Eric Walz • Feb. 10, 2025

GM weighs production shifts, sourcing reviews to mitigate tariffs

CFO Paul Jacobson said it has multiple playbooks to help offset impact of higher costs throughout its supply chain.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 7, 2025

Toyota reports an operating profit decline of nearly 28% in Q3

The automaker cited investments in new growth areas, labor costs and a challenging market environment for the drop in profits.

By Eric Walz • Feb. 6, 2025

Hybrid Car Sales Barely Keep Europe’s 2024 Registrations Positive

A slight increase in overall vehicle registrations compensates for the collapse of new-vehicle sales since the 2020 pandemic.

By Paul Myles • Feb. 6, 2025

Honda prepares to start ‘flexible’ vehicle production at Ohio EV hub

The automaker will produce ICE, hybrid and fully electric models on the same production lines, allowing for flexibility to adapt in market demand.

By Eric Walz • Feb. 6, 2025

Nissan Backs Away from Honda Merger, Claim Japanese Company Sources

A deal worth $60 billion hits the buffers as trust in business plans breaks down, business report says.

By Paul Myles • Feb. 5, 2025

Nissan, Honda merger talks still on — for now

Despite reports of a potential end to merger talks, the two automakers confirmed that discussions are ongoing and the companies may reveal more details by mid-February.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 5, 2025

Lucid names CFO

Taoufiq Boussaid will take over on Feb. 25 for Gagan Dhingra, who has held the interim post since December 2023. 

By Larry Avila • Feb. 5, 2025

Aston Martin Delays BEV Model, Targeting More Hybrids and Keeping V-12

Luxury sports brand shelves BEV plans another four years and works to create its own battery pack for a new PHEV powertrain.

By Paul Myles • Feb. 5, 2025

Manufacturing reenters growth mode in January as demand, production improve: PMI

The news signifies a return to growth after more than two years. However, manufacturers are bracing for possible fallout from the Trump administration’s recent tariff proposals.

By Kate Magill • Feb. 5, 2025

Stellantis names new CEO for Jeep

Bob Broderdorf takes over for Antonio Filosa as the automaker continues its global C-suite shakeup.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 5, 2025

Robotaxi, ADAS Growth Fueled by Falling Tech Costs

McKinsey says declining technology costs and higher costs of personal-vehicle ownership will escalate robotaxi and ADAS adoption. It says market capitalization of ADAS companies it follows jumped 169% from March 2023 to March 2024.

By David Kiley • Feb. 4, 2025

Stellantis C-Suite Clear-out for Post-Tavares Era

Executive reshuffle seen as driving distance between the new executive and the Carlos Tavares regime.

By Paul Myles • Feb. 4, 2025

Lucid Gravity gains Tesla Supercharger access with native NACS port

The new luxury-electric SUV can now charge at over 20,000 Tesla Supercharger locations without the need for an adapter.

By Eric Walz • Feb. 4, 2025

Toyota Launches European SME Plan Under U.S. Tariff Threat

Automaker's European business hopes to bolster its domestic supply chain capabilities as it steels itself against punitive tariffs being threatened by the Trump Admin.

By Paul Myles • Feb. 4, 2025

China responds to Trump with added tariffs on certain products

The new duties are set to take effect Feb. 10 and cover some car, equipment and energy imports.

By Max Garland • Feb. 4, 2025

As Trump Tariffs Loom, Auto Leaders Wait and See

Canadian and Mexican leaders threatened tariffs of their own against red states in the U.S. as retaliation for Trump tariffs on their countries, while auto companies watch and wait to see if sense and logic will prevail.

By David Kiley • Feb. 3, 2025

Tesla Endures Tough 2024, But Musk Sees Upside

CEO Elon Musk says Tesla’s plans for new vehicles, particularly more affordable models, remain on track for first-half 2025.

By Joseph Szczesny • Feb. 3, 2025