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Honda weighs production pivot ahead of potential tariffs
The automaker is committed to ramping up U.S. electric vehicle production despite the incoming Trump administration's tariff threats, an executive said.
By Larry Avila • Nov. 18, 2024 -
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WardsAuto Podcast: Looking at New BEVs with AutoPacific President Ed Kim
With the election of Donald Trump, automakers are having to take a fresh look at their BEV plans just as a raft of quality electric vehicles is hitting the market.
By Wards Staff • Nov. 18, 2024 -
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Accenture: Politics, Product, Convenience and Car Culture Slowing Inevitable EV Growth
A new multi-continent survey by global consulting firm Accenture shows that a growing number of consumers accept that electric vehicles will dominate the future of mobility.
By David Kiley • Nov. 18, 2024 -
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VW taps new head of manufacturing for Chattanooga factory
Henning Habicht will take over from Chris Glover, who will retire at the end of January after three years in the role.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 18, 2024 -
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Automatic emergency braking is making progress at slow speeds: AAA
The technology helped model year 2024 vehicles avoid 100% of crashes at 35 miles per hour, but work is still needed to improve safety at higher speeds.
By Kalena Thomhave • Nov. 18, 2024 -
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Hyundai shakes up C-suite to drive growth
The global company made nine executive moves, including the promotion of presidents and CEOs to lead Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Corp.
By Larry Avila • Nov. 15, 2024 -
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Jaguar Releases First Test Mule Images of Coming GT Sedan BEV
Automaker keeps the brand's home fires burning with images of its on-road trials of a BEV sports sedan that "might not be to everybody’s taste."
By Paul Myles • Nov. 15, 2024 -
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Chery’s BEV Production Plant in Spain Delayed Again
Chinese automaker's Ebro partner adamant that the project is not being canceled in light of China's automakers being told to shun pro-tariff nations.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 14, 2024 -
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GM recalls 462K pickups, SUVs for potential rear wheel lock-up
The transmission control valve is susceptible to excessive wear on the vehicles equipped with diesel engines.
By Eric Walz • Updated Dec. 3, 2024 -
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VinFast Needs More Capital as Cheap Leases Fail to Ignite Interest
Vietnamese BEV maker VinFast is offering some of the cheapest leases in the market in the U.S., but lack of brand awareness and trust continue to stymie growth.
By David Kiley • Nov. 14, 2024 -
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NHTSA probes 1.4M Honda vehicles for engine failures
The agency is assessing whether a connecting rod bearing issue was missed in a previous recall.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 14, 2024 -
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Ford Puts German BEV Plant on Half-Time Working as Consumer Demand Slows
Staff building the electric Ford Explorer and Capri at the automaker's Cologne factory are being put on a one-week-on, one-week-off work schedule at least until the Christmas break.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 14, 2024 -
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Volkswagen, Rivian launch their $5.8B joint venture
The announcement lifts the veil on one of the largest automotive deals this year, providing more details on its goals, leadership and financial structure.
By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 13, 2024 -
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Canadian, Mexican Auto Sectors View Trump Victory With Unease
President-elect Donald Trump told the Detroit Economic Club on Oct. 11 that the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement will be reviewed in 2026. Any party can quit the free-trade deal with six months’ notice.
By Keith Nuthall • Nov. 12, 2024 -
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Stellantis to lay off 400 workers at Detroit material logistics facility
The latest job cuts follow last week’s lay off announcement of 1,100 UAW-represented employees at the automaker’s Toledo South Assembly Plant in Ohio.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 12, 2024 -
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Polestar’s US customers gain Tesla Supercharger access
The company’s expanding global charging network also includes 20,000 Supercharger locations in Europe and 200 cities across China.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 12, 2024 -
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Jaguar Ends U.K. Sales Ahead of Switch to BEV Manufacturing in 2026
Jaguar sticks to its mission to be an exclusively BEV maker by 2026 despite the current increased consumer demand for hybrid powertrain technology.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 12, 2024 -
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Rivian locks in 5-year battery deal with LG Energy Solution
The U.S.-based electric vehicle maker’s agreement shores up its domestic supply chain.
By Larry Avila • Nov. 11, 2024 -
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Floods at Swiss Aluminum Supplier Drag Down JLR Q2 Revenues
Automaker also sees profits slump by 10% for the quarter but expects rebound in fortunes for the rest of 2024.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 11, 2024 -
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Ford recalls 25K F-Series Super Duty pickups over tailgate camera fault
The automaker’s investigation into warranty claims revealed that the camera bracket had not been designed or tested for potential water intrusion before being introduced in series production.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 8, 2024 -
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Bentley Backtracks on All-Electric Pledge as Consumer Demand for BEVs Slows
Automaker plonks a '+' on its business strategy name and pushes the plan to only build electric vehicles back to 2035, extending the life of its new Ultra Performance V-8 PHEV powertrain.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 8, 2024 -
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Fiat’s U.K. Sales Plight Sends Warning to European Automakers Nervous Over Tariffs
Two newcomer Chinese brands beat established automaker's October sales in tariff-free U.K. market as Europe still mulls effects of its new import taxes on BEVs from China.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 8, 2024 -
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Nissan plans to cut 9,000 jobs as it slashes global production
CEO Makoto Uchida said the cost-cutting move is in response to weak sales and a 90% drop in operating profit.
By Larry Avila • Nov. 7, 2024 -
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Automotive groups react to Donald Trump’s victory
Companies say they are now turning their focus on policies to protect and grow jobs.
By Larry Avila • Nov. 7, 2024 -
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Toyota’s Q2 profit falls by $1.8B, its first quarterly decline in 2 years
The automaker cited several factors for the decline, including uncertain economic conditions, market demand and a more competitive environment.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 7, 2024
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