Automakers: Page 5


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    Volvo eyes potential for growing US vehicle production

    The automaker’s CEO said that more vehicles will be built at its plant in Ridgeville, South Carolina, to boost North American sales and mitigate tariffs.

    By Nov. 12, 2025
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    Tesla recalls nearly 13K Model Y, Model 3s for battery hardware defect

    Company investigators determined that the battery pack contactors can fail while the vehicle is moving, resulting in a loss of propulsion.

    By Nov. 12, 2025
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    Automotive Dive Trendline on Cybersecurity

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  • A light Blue 2026 Nissan Leaf EV driving on a road with trees in the background.
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    Nissan reports net loss of nearly $1.5B in first half of FY2025, but eyes recovery

    Cost-cutting moves to return the automaker to profitability include the sale and leaseback of its corporate headquarters in Yokohama, Japan.

    By Nov. 10, 2025
  • BMW ix3 EV 2025
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    BMW beats profit forecast as CEO rails against EU’s zero-tailpipe mandate

    The automaker is focused on sales growth with its iX3 SUV, the first of its Neue Klasse lineup of EVs.

    By Nov. 10, 2025
  • A silver 2024 Jeep Wrangler High Altitude 4xe driving on a dirt road in the desert.
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    FCA US recalls over 24K hybrid Jeep Wranglers after flawed software update

    The issue can cause a sudden loss of drive power, experienced by over 200 customers who vented their frustration in online forums and groups.

    By Nov. 10, 2025
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    GM, Stellantis pivot from EVs to build more ICE vehicles

    As electric vehicle adoption slows in the U.S. and federal grants dry up, automakers and suppliers are shifting their focus.

    By Nov. 7, 2025
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    Supreme Court questions Trump’s tariff powers in landmark case

    Several justices seemed skeptical of the Trump administration's claims of broad tariff authority under a 1977 emergency powers act.

    By Antone Gonsalves • Nov. 7, 2025
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    Infotainment systems integrating AI-powered chat bots

    Cerence claims to supply its artificial intelligence-powered conversational voice assistant tech to more than 80 automakers and Tier 1 suppliers worldwide.

    By Nov. 7, 2025
  • A white Rivian R2 electric SUV parked outside near trees with leaves on the ground.
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    Rivian reports 78% jump in revenue in Q3, but profits remain elusive

    The EV maker is facing an uncertain Q4 as EV demand cools with the ending of the federal tax credit on Sept. 30.

    By Nov. 6, 2025
  • Toyota RAV4 2026 Prototype
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    Toyota saw strong sales in Q2, increases full-year profit forecast

    Hikes in volume car sales in the U.S. and Japan help the automaker weather import tariff headwinds.

    By Nov. 6, 2025
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    Hyundai, Toray Industries to study advanced materials for future mobility

    The R&D deal marks an expansion of the two companies' existing partnership, which led to the development of a carbon fiber-reinforced plastic.

    By Nov. 5, 2025
  • Sterling Anderson wearing protective arm wear, looking over a document with another person inside GM's Factory Zero in Michigan.
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    GM names new head of software unit in leadership reshuffle

    Sterling Anderson has served as chief product officer since June and will now take over a role previously held by Dave Richardson, who left Oct. 31.

    By Updated Nov. 6, 2025
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    Volkswagen’s Q3 woes: Tariffs, Porsche’s ICE bet, slim EV profits

    Trading headwinds will not deflect the automaker from ongoing cost-cutting as it considers a new U.S. Audi plant.

    By Nov. 4, 2025
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    US manufacturing dips despite improved demand: PMI

    Production deteriorated after expanding in September as tariffs and policy uncertainty continue to weigh on manufacturers across industries.

    By Nathan Owens • Nov. 4, 2025
  • A blue 2026 Jeep Cherokee SUV driving on a road.
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    Stellantis looks to North America for its rebound as vehicle shipments jump 35% in Q3

    The automaker is banking on the new Jeep Cherokee to further boost its U.S. sales, the company’s CEO said on a Thursday earnings call.

    By Nov. 3, 2025
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    Mercedes-Benz shrugs off profit drop to focus on top-segment vehicles

    While restructuring costs and worker layoffs dented its balance sheet, growth in luxury vehicle sales boosted the automaker’s confidence.

    By Nov. 3, 2025
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    Nissan, Mercedes-Benz will shutter joint manufacturing plant in Mexico

    The Aguascalientes joint venture, which began production in 2017, will continue to manufacture vehicles through May 2026.

    By Updated Nov. 3, 2025
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    Hyundai Q3 operating profits tumble 29% over tariffs

    Gains in global electrified vehicle sales, coupled with growth in North American market share offset the impact of U.S. import duties. 

    By Oct. 31, 2025
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    US, Japan sign framework for critical mineral supply

    Within the next six months, both countries plan to take steps toward selecting and funding projects that can deliver mineral products to buyers.

    By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 31, 2025
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    General Motors cutting thousands of jobs at its EV, battery plants

    The automaker cites cooling demand of electric vehicles for its decision to scale back production, laying off more than 3,400 in the process.

    By Oct. 29, 2025
  • A Mazda CX-5 on display at an international motor show.
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    Mazda, Nippon Steel partner on CX-5 body design, production

    The co-creation effort also aims to enhance the procurement process by selecting a Nippon manufacturing plant near Mazda's assembly facility.

    By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 29, 2025
  • The infotainment screen in a 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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    Stellantis, Applied Intuition partner on ‘intelligent vehicle infotainment’

    The California company will provide its hardware platform and “Cabin Intelligence” software for the automaker’s global portfolio.

    By Oct. 29, 2025
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    Volvo Cars beats profit forecast in Q3

    The company's turnaround plan is showing early promise thanks to a wave of job cuts and continued sales success from its XC60 mid-size SUV.

    By Oct. 29, 2025
  • A view of a banner commemorating the 125th New York International Auto Show inside the Jacob Javits Center on April 16, 2025 in New York City.
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    Automotive industry conferences to watch in 2026

    Expected focus areas of the industry events next year include electric vehicles, hybrid powertrains, battery technology and the expansion of vehicle software and connectivity.

    By Updated Feb. 2, 2026
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    General Motors slashing hundreds of tech jobs

    The automaker’s headcount reductions affected workers at sites in Michigan and Georgia, according to a company spokesperson. 

    By Oct. 28, 2025