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Automotive design: Professor explains why minimalism is having a renaissance
An academic specialized in automotive design broke down recent models and what they say about how executives are adapting to trends for Automotive Dive.
By Michael Brady • May 6, 2024 -
Ford recalls nearly 243K Maverick pickups for tail light issue
The company has issued a total of 23 separate recalls across its model lineup since January.
By Eric Walz • May 3, 2024 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Courtesy of Kia Corporation
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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Lancia Ypsilon Urban Hatchback on Sale as BEV and Hybrid
Famous brand re-enters the market with two powertrain options available as series production starts.
By Paul Myles • May 3, 2024 -
Kia Leads Latest Ranking of Most-Seen Auto TV Ads
Subaru is the most-seen brand on the chart, with two ads collecting a combined 267.5 million national TV ad impressions, per iSpot.tv.
By WardsAuto Staff • May 3, 2024 -
Ford invests in dealer education to improve customer experience
With Ford University, the automaker is banking on highly informed dealers to serve as guides to customers throughout the buying process.
By Kristen Doerer • May 3, 2024 -
Why VW’s Q1 profits fell 20% despite higher deliveries
The company blamed lower-than-anticipated global sales and its investments in launching new electrified models.
By Eric Walz • May 3, 2024 -
Toyota Motor North America creates COO, CSO roles
EVPs Jack Hollis and Chris Reynolds are taking on additional responsibilities as part of the new assignments.
By Haley Cawthon • May 2, 2024 -
Renault Unveils 7-Seater ‘Petite’ Family Crossover
Symbioz joins automaker's C-segment offerings as a family-focused entry-level gas-hybrid-powered model.
By Paul Myles • May 2, 2024 -
Cadillac Softens EV-Only Push
General Motors is backing away from a previous goal of having a 100% BEV showroom by 2030.
By David Kiley • May 2, 2024 -
Rivian reaffirms plans for $5B Georgia EV plant despite construction pause
The electric carmaker emphasized its intention to continue limited site development activity during the pause period, according to a company letter.
By Sebastian Obando • May 1, 2024 -
UAW members at Stellantis plant to vote on strike authorization
The union claims the automaker has failed to resolve health and safety grievances at the Michigan plant.
By Haley Cawthon • May 1, 2024 -
NHTSA finalizes rule requiring automatic emergency braking on vehicles by 2029
Hyundai, Mitsubishi and Porsche expressed concerns last year when the NHTSA opened public comments for the proposed rule.
By Eric Walz • May 1, 2024 -
Stellantis Promises ICE Versions of BEVs Where There’s Demand
Automaker's CFO sings praises of its multi-energy platform strategy meeting consumer demand amid BEV slowdown.
By Paul Myles • May 1, 2024 -
Ford, Tesla face NHTSA investigations over self-driving tech
For Tesla, the agency will assess whether the automaker's response involving a December recall of 2 million vehicles was sufficient.
By Eric Walz • April 30, 2024 -
Stellantis revenues slip 12% as it preps for next-gen product launches
The automaker is debuting 25 new or updated products in 2024, 18 of which will be battery electric vehicles.
By Haley Cawthon • April 30, 2024 -
Rimac, BMW Announce EV Battery Partnership
The Croatian electric-vehicle specialist will supply batteries for next-generation BMW models.
By Greg Kable • April 30, 2024 -
Ford’s BlueCruise ADAS Probed After Two Fatal Crashes
NHTSA investigates driver monitoring system after three people killed when Ford Mustang Mach-E cars slam into stopped cars at night.
By Paul Myles • April 30, 2024 -
Polestar Demos Extreme Fast Charging ‘Breakthrough’
Swedish automaker joins with charging Israeli charging specialist to show 10%-80% charging in 10 minutes.
By Paul Myles • April 30, 2024 -
Hyundai shifts focus to hybrids as EV demand declines
Despite record-setting Q1 revenues, the automaker said its EV sales slipped nearly 5% year over year.
By Eric Walz • April 29, 2024 -
Daimler Truck Vote Extends UAW’s Southern Win Streak
UAW President Shawn Fain says the tentative agreement is a “major victory for the members who build Freightliner and Western Star trucks and Thomas Built buses.”
By Joseph Szczesny • April 29, 2024 -
Dealer service satisfaction improves, despite growing wait times and prices
Non-Tesla EV drivers reported the lowest satisfaction with new-vehicle dealership services, a J.D. Power study found.
By Kalena Thomhave • April 29, 2024 -
Volkswagen looks to boost tech, cut costs in China
The country’s transition to electric vehicles and growing local competition is making it harder for overseas automakers to stay competitive.
By Eric Walz • April 29, 2024 -
Nissan Opens Europe Dealer Network to City BEV Maker
Spanish start-up sees its Silence S04 NanoCar distributed through Nissan's extensive retail network.
By Paul Myles • April 29, 2024 -
Podcast
WardsAuto Podcast: Talking Chevy Quality and Model Upgrades
General Motors’ outlook is bright, with strong internal-combustion models and more hybrids and BEVs on the way.
By Wards Staff • April 29, 2024 -
GM CEO’s compensation falls 4%
Mary Barra is no longer the highest-paid executive among the Detroit Three automakers.
By Haley Cawthon • April 29, 2024