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Porsche and Applied Intuition to jointly develop vehicle software
The partnership also aims to help the automaker better manage and provide vehicle updates.
By Eric Walz • April 8, 2024 -
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Report: Musk Denies Tesla Dropping Model 2 Plans
Reuters reports that Tesla is dropping its plans for a $25,000 Model 2, though the automaker’s CEO Elon Musk denies he has killed it.
By David Kiley • April 8, 2024 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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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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Auto shipments may regain access to Port of Baltimore in weeks
The Army Corps of Engineers is working to open a temporary channel for automobiles and farm equipment shipments by the end of April.
By Alejandra Carranza • April 5, 2024 -
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Mercedes-Benz workers in Alabama file for UAW election
A “supermajority” of the more than 5,000 autoworkers at the facility filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board, the UAW announced Friday.
By Kalena Thomhave and Haley Cawthon • April 5, 2024 -
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Ford to expand hybrid offerings, delay EV launches
With demand for EVs decreasing, the automaker will focus on launching new hybrid models and upgrading its manufacturing facilities.
By Eric Walz • April 5, 2024 -
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Mercedes-Benz pilots high-speed X-ray technology for crash tests
Researchers used high-speed X-ray technology to analyze how vehicle body structures deform in a crash to better protect test dummies.
By Eric Walz • April 5, 2024 -
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Volvo Claims Bumper Global Car Sales in March
Automaker sees sales strides in Europe but electrified powertrain offerings suffer a slump in price-warring China.
By Paul Myles • April 5, 2024 -
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Tesla deliveries fall to lowest level since 2020
The automaker produced over 46,000 more vehicles than it delivered in Q1 2024.
By Eric Walz • April 4, 2024 -
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Ford Retrenches EV Plan
Ford is delaying some of its EV product launches in favor of delivering hybrid versions of all its Ford-branded vehicles by 2030 as interest grows in hybrid vehicles as a prologue to a complete shift to electric vehicles.
By David Kiley • April 4, 2024 -
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After months of conflict, Stellantis strikes emissions deal with California
The automaker will follow the state’s emissions standards, even if the federal government or judicial action bars the state from enforcing them.
By Kalena Thomhave • April 4, 2024 -
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Automakers tout EV sales growth in banner March
Most automakers — except for General Motors and Stellantis — saw sales increase for the month, with some boosts driven by electric vehicle purchases.
By Haley Cawthon • April 4, 2024 -
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Nissan names new chief communications officer
Lavanya Wadgaonkar’s promotion comes as Nissan begins to execute its new EV transition plan, dubbed “The Arc.”
By Eric Walz • April 2, 2024 -
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Stellantis invests in lidar startup SteerLight
The company’s solid-state lidar sensor uses low-cost silicon photonics technology and has no moving parts.
By Eric Walz • April 2, 2024 -
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Stellantis Agrees to Stick With California Clean-Air Regulations
The agreement with the California Air Resources Board represents a break with the past for Stellantis and Fiat Chrysler, its principal unit in North America, which had opposed tighter regulations for light-duty vehicles.
By Joseph Szczesny • April 2, 2024 -
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K-pop Fans Force Hyundai to Ditch Aluminum Supply Deal
Millions of pop fans back climate-campaign push against coal-smelted aluminum supplied to automaker from Indonesia.
By Paul Myles • April 2, 2024 -
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BMW Enters JV With Tata to Boost Software Development
Joint venture sets up tech hubs in India to accelerate software-defined-vehicle and autonomous-driving capabilities.
By Paul Myles • April 2, 2024 -
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Trucking interests blast EPA’s heavy-duty truck emissions rule
Groups representing carriers and retailers expressed concern about the fallout from the regulations for model years 2027 through 2032.
By Colin Campbell • April 1, 2024 -
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Fisker cuts MSRPs up to 39% as it fights for survival
The EV startup hopes lower prices will make it easier to sell its unsold 2023 inventory.
By Eric Walz • April 1, 2024 -
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Ford CEO Jim Farley earned over $26M in 2023
He’s the latest Detroit Three executive to receive record compensation.
By Michael Brady • April 1, 2024 -
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Podcast
WardsAuto Podcast: Love, Puppies and AWD at Subaru
WardsAuto Podcast Host David Kiley talks with Subaru President and COO Jeff Walters about the performance and future of the brand on his one-year anniversary in the C-Suite.
By Wards Staff • April 1, 2024 -
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Subaru’s ‘Fast Follower’ Strategy Right for EV Times
Subaru always planned to be a fast, smart follower when it comes to transitioning to EVs, and that strategy seems sound given the slowdown in consumer demand.
By David Kiley • April 1, 2024 -
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Auto industry disruptions now ‘controllable’ but still a challenge: AlixPartners
“Although disruptions like the chip shortage may be behind the auto industry, that certainly doesn’t mean life is getting any easier,” said AlixPartners' Mark Wakefield.
By Kalena Thomhave • April 1, 2024 -
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Chery Levels ICE Sales Playing Field with Discounts
Chinese auto giant hopes to boost ICE sales just as latest BEV product developed with Huawei begins deliveries.
By Paul Myles • April 1, 2024 -
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How auto supply chain managers can navigate the Baltimore port stoppages
Automakers and suppliers should consider alternative port assessments and review their contracts and obligations, experts say.
By Kelly Stroh • March 29, 2024 -
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BMW supplier investing $1.5B to expand South Carolina operations
AESC is adding a second battery factory at the site, which will supply the automaker's EV assembly facility in Mexico.
By Sara Samora • March 28, 2024
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