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Toyota adds production lines with $282M Alabama expansion
The Huntsville manufacturing facility will add 350 jobs as a part of the investment.
By Haley Cawthon • June 13, 2024 -
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EU Propose Sliding-Scale Tariffs on Chinese BEVs
Trade regulators wind up investigation into unfair Chinese government support for its automakers charging cooperative brands less duty than others.
By Paul Myles • June 12, 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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GM board approves $6B stock buyback
It’s the automaker’s second major buyback following a $10 billion accelerated share repurchase announced in November.
By Eric Walz • June 12, 2024 -
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CPKC’s next distribution center to aid automotive growth
The railroad expects the 30-acre facility will help it move finished vehicles more efficiently.
By Larry Avila • June 12, 2024 -
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Collaboration Vital for the Success of SDVs
Infor tells automakers and suppliers that a transitioning future requires agility, scalability and security enabled by collaboration.
By Paul Myles • June 11, 2024 -
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Kia recalls up to 463K Telluride SUVs for seat motor fire risk
The automaker’s safety engineers discovered a micro switch misalignment was causing continuous motor operation on some vehicles.
By Eric Walz • June 11, 2024 -
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Stakes High for Both Sides as VW, UAW Begin Bargaining
The challenges of aligning the Chattanooga workers’ contract with the UAW-Detroit Three agreements are significant, particularly in terms of balancing labor costs with employee health, safety and job security.
By Joseph Szczesny • June 10, 2024 -
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Some large SUVs fall short on safety: IIHS
The 2023-2024 Jeep Wagoneer was the only model to earn a Top Safety Pick award, outperforming GM and Ford SUVs.
By Eric Walz • June 10, 2024 -
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Barra Says GM Growing Shareholder Value, BEV Lineup
CEO Mary Barra says GM is pursuing its goals for EVs while continuing to serve customers who prefer vehicles with the traditional internal-combustion engines the automaker has produced for more than a century.
By Joseph Szczesny • June 7, 2024 -
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Canada border disruption? What shippers should know about a possible strike
If a strike happens, shippers can expect lengthy delays moving freight on trucks between the U.S. and Canada.
By Larry Avila • Updated June 7, 2024 -
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More young Americans would consider buying China-made cars: survey
Plus, affordable EVs from brands based in China could likely avoid U.S. tariffs if the cars are built in North America.
By Kalena Thomhave • June 6, 2024 -
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Nio Builds Third Chinese Factory to ‘Meet Demand’
BEV automaker confirms rumors of new plant after recording large hike in vehicle deliveries in May.
By Paul Myles • June 5, 2024 -
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GM promotes 2 former Apple execs to lead its software organization
The executive appointments come as the automaker aims to make software a core component of its vehicle and customer experience.
By Eric Walz • June 5, 2024 -
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Stellantis CEO on US tariffs: ‘You cannot stop the competition’
Carlos Tavares believes the Biden administration is focusing on short-term issues instead of challenging China’s automakers in the electric vehicle market.
By Haley Cawthon • June 4, 2024 -
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Ford shows off renovated tech and innovation hub in Detroit
The automaker’s Model e and Integrated Services teams will work out of a former train station that underwent an extensive restoration project.
By Eric Walz • June 4, 2024 -
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Kia EV9 Styled to the Nines
The Korean automaker’s new 3-row battery-electric vehicle boasts a futuristic appearance inside, with some never-before-seen features and cool technologies.
By Christie Schweinsberg • June 4, 2024 -
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Polestar ‘evaluating’ potential impact of expanded EV tariffs
The brand, which is gearing up to launch a new U.S.-built electric crossover this year, sources key parts from China.
By Eric Walz • June 4, 2024 -
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Hyundai Santa Fe’s Makeover Radical, Captivating
A 2024 10 Best Interiors & UX winner, the CUV’s rugged, chiseled exterior carries over inside the cabin, where Hyundai’s H-shaped design theme creates the aura of an interior carved from granite.
By David Zoia • June 3, 2024 -
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Tesla recalls 125K vehicles to fix seat belt warning issue
It’s the EV maker’s fifth recall this year, following a Cybertruck accelerator pedal issue in April.
By Eric Walz • June 3, 2024 -
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DOL lawsuit targets Hyundai profits, alleges supplier employed 13-year-old
In a statement, the automaker said the agency used “an unprecedented legal theory” to hold it accountable for the actions of its suppliers.
By Ryan Golden • Updated June 3, 2024 -
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Mercedes GLC 300 Coupe Interior is Modern Masterpiece
The overall design of the interior is spectacular, materials are top notch, screens are big, and the Mercedes AI voice assistant and AI-enabled navigation are cutting edge.
By Drew Winter • May 31, 2024 -
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Stellantis names new chief sales and marketing officer
Lancia brand CEO Luca Napolitano is replacing Thierry Koskas, who will remain with the automaker’s Citroën brand.
By Kalena Thomhave • May 31, 2024 -
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US trade authorities find labor rights denial at Volkswagen plant in Mexico
Officials found evidence that workers’ freedom of association and collective bargaining rights were denied following a recent union election.
By Haley Cawthon • Updated May 30, 2024 -
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China Considers Automaker Subsidies for Solid-State Battery Tech
Government may ignore unfair subsidy claims by pumping $830 million into six Chinese automakers.
By Paul Myles • May 30, 2024 -
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Buick Envista Sets Benchmark for ‘Affordable Premium’
The 2024 Envista’s great interior design should ignite new interest in the brand among all demographics.
By David Kiley • May 30, 2024
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