Fleet customers can now purchase Rivian’s electric vans

The company previously sold most of its electric vans to Amazon, its first large-scale customer.

By Eric Walz • Feb. 18, 2025

Trump orders reciprocal tariffs on all countries

“In other words, they charge us a tax or tariff, and we charge them the exact same tax,” the president said Thursday.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated Feb. 13, 2025

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Honda, Nissan officially end merger talks

The two automakers said they would continue a strategic partnership focused on "the era of intelligence and electrified vehicles."

By Edwin Lopez , Larry Avila , Eric Walz • Feb. 13, 2025

Renault and Geely Plan Car Production JV in Brazil

Automakers set to expand their vehicle production collaboration into South American markets, industry sources say.

By Paul Myles • Feb. 13, 2025

Tariffs on Canada, Mexico would devastate US auto industry: Ford CEO

Increased duties on imports from the two countries could give Asia-based automakers a competitive advantage, according to CEO Jim Farley.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 12, 2025

Xpeng Joins China’s Invasion of U.K.’s Tariff-Free Auto Market

Industry observers closely watching effects of U.K's experiment with early BEV-only mandate, and no barriers to state-subsidized cars from China, on domestic automakers.

By Paul Myles • Feb. 12, 2025

Why Nissan’s Future Hangs on Willingness to Submit

As Nissan continues to look for a partner to ensure its future, it is becoming clear that its management is not yet willing to be subordinate to a better-run, better-capitalized merger or equity partner after its experience with Renault.

By David Kiley • Feb. 12, 2025

Tariffs on steel, aluminum likely mean higher costs for auto industry

A 25% import duty could increase the price of a typical vehicle by $1,500, an expert said.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 12, 2025

Ford taps finance VP as new CFO

Sherry House will move into the CFO role as planned after joining the automaker in June, when she inked a $4.5 million signing bonus as part of her compensation package.  

By Grace Noto • Feb. 12, 2025

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

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