Automakers: Page 41
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Volvo Ditches Deputy CEO in Leadership Efficiency Drive
Top management reshuffle aiming to make team more agile in a rapidly changing automotive industry environment.
By Paul Myles • Oct. 9, 2024 -
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Quarterly sales roundupStellantis US sales tank in Q3 while Tesla charges ahead
Many automakers reported electric vehicle sales growth in the quarter, regardless of their overall sales numbers.
By Haley Cawthon • Updated Nov. 14, 2024 -
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TrendlineArtificial 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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Stellantis files multiple lawsuits against UAW
The automaker claims the union filed “sham” grievances and publicly misrepresented parts of the collective bargaining agreement.
By Haley Cawthon • Oct. 8, 2024 -
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Model year 2025 vehicles contribute to increased inventory: report
New vehicles have meant plentiful supplies even as sales increased 14% year over year, according to a recent Cox Automotive analysis.
By Kalena Thomhave • Oct. 8, 2024 -
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Stellantis recalls 154K hybrid Jeep models for battery fire risk
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures, and not to recharge their vehicle’s battery until the issues are addressed.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 8, 2024 -
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Renault to Debut Battery and Hydrogen Fuel-Cell Concept at Paris Show
Renault's Emblème concept marries battery-electric and fuel-cell technology to claim a 621-mile potential range between refueling or recharging.
By Paul Myles • Oct. 7, 2024 -
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Q&AMazda’s CMO on the strategy behind the company’s new brand platform
The automaker's "Move and Be Moved" campaign is helping reimagine the 104-year-old brand at a time of industry transformation.
By Chris Kelly • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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Ferrari shutters gas-fueled plant to slash carbon emissions
The Italian carmaker closed its Maranello trigeneration plant this week in a bid to reduce its methane gas consumption and pivot to cleaner energy sources.
By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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Powell says Fed policymakers not ‘in a hurry’ to cut interest rates
“We’re recalibrating policy to maintain the strength in the economy, not because of weakness in the economy,” Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said.
By Jim Tyson • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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Volkswagen slashes financial outlook — again
It’s the second time in less than three months that VW has warned of reduced profits.
By Haley Cawthon • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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Tesla Still Leads, but Chinese Automakers Dominate Wards Intelligence’s SDV Scorecard
Wards Intelligence releases its updated 2024 SDV Scorecard, expanding its detailed evaluation of automakers’ progress toward software-defined vehicles from 22 to 27 companies. This year’s results emphasize the rapid growth and intensifying competition within the market.
By Maite Bezerra • Oct. 2, 2024 -
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Stellantis’ sales struggles spur lower guidance
The automaker also adjusted its inventory and shipment plans, citing "corrective actions" in North America.
By Haley Cawthon • Oct. 2, 2024 -
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Top automotive industry conferences in 2025
Several trade shows will focus on the hot topics of recent years, including EVs, battery tech, hybrid powertrains and software-defined vehicles.
By Eric Walz • Updated Feb. 3, 2025 -
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Volkswagen integrates Google’s generative AI to enhance app experience
Through a Google collaboration, car owners will be able to search their owners’ manuals by posing questions like “How do I change a tire?”
By Aaron Baar • Sept. 30, 2024 -
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Dealer pessimism rises amid concerns about economy, election
The sentiment is likely driven by rising costs and declining profitability relative to an industry peak in 2021, according to a recent Cox Automotive survey.
By Kalena Thomhave • Sept. 30, 2024 -
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Fed rate cut unlikely to boost US auto sales in Q4
However, continued interest rate cuts and lower vehicle prices could make a difference in 2025, analysts said.
By Michael Brady • Sept. 27, 2024 -
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Stellantis lays off seasonal workers at Michigan plant
The automaker cut 177 supplemental employees as well as 14 full-timers at its Sterling Heights Assembly Plant, citing multiple reasons.
By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 26, 2024 -
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Ford recalls nearly 145K Mavericks for rear camera display failures
The recall covers certain 2022-2024 Maverick pickups equipped with Ford’s Connected Touch Radio.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 26, 2024 -
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Kia will offer NACS adapters for its EVs in early 2025
The automaker says the adapter will “vastly expand charger availability” for U.S. electric vehicle customers.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 25, 2024 -
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Employers increasingly shed jobs, reflecting economic uncertainty
Hiring intentions fell to the lowest year-to-date total since data tracking began in 2005, Challenger, Gray & Christmas said.
By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 25, 2024 -
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US seeks to limit China, Russia’s role in connected vehicle supply chains
The Department of Commerce's proposed new rule would require vehicles used in the U.S. to exclude suppliers with links to those countries.
By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 23, 2024 -
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GM releases NACS adapter for access to Tesla Superchargers
The device is now available to customers in the U.S., followed by Canada later this year.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 23, 2024 -
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GM recalls nearly 450K vehicles for brake warning fault
A software error in the brake control module means drivers may not be alerted that the vehicle’s brake fluid level is low.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 23, 2024 -
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BMW taps Redwood Materials for battery recycling
The company will work directly with BMW of North America at over 700 locations, including dealerships and distribution centers, to collect batteries for recycling.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 23, 2024 -
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AV developer Nuro plans to license its tech to automotive OEMs
The company had been working on autonomous driving technology for last-mile delivery vehicles, which are not designed to carry passengers.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 19, 2024
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