Automakers: Page 56


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    Stellantis acquires CloudMade’s AI technology for software-defined vehicles

    More than 40 engineers and software developers will join the automaker as part of the deal.

    By Michael Brady • Jan. 26, 2024
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    GM, Honda Launch Fuel-Cell Mass Production in Michigan

    General Motors and Honda plan to produce 2,000 hydrogen fuel-cell modules annually by 2025 at their joint-venture plant.

    By Jan. 25, 2024
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    Automotive Dive Trendline on Cybersecurity

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    Porsche Reveals 2024 Macan BEVs

    The all-new Tesla Model Y rival offers up to 630 hp, a 0-62 mph time of 3.3 seconds and a WLTP range of 367 miles.

    By Greg Kable • Jan. 25, 2024
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    Tesla warns of growing competition from automakers in China

    CEO Elon Musk suggested increasing trade barriers could help fend off competition.

    By Jan. 25, 2024
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    Lamborghini Reaches Expansion Agreement with Workforce

    A radical deal to change working hours and boost jobs is welcomed by automaker unions.

    By Jan. 25, 2024
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    Lucid Motors expands Arizona plant ahead of Gravity launch

    The plant will grow by about 3 million square feet as the company adds a new manufacturing facility, storage space and more.

    By Michael Brady • Jan. 25, 2024
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    Tesla Earnings Miss Expectations With Growth Slowing in 2024

    Tesla Motors posted its slowest growth in three years in 2023 and expects the pace to continue in 2024 as demand for EVs slackens.

    By David Kiley • Jan. 24, 2024
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    BMW Investigated for Possible Illegal Diesel Defeat Device

    The German automaker is accused of manipulating exhaust emissions of the X3 SUV in the latest Dieselgate development.

    By Greg Kable • Jan. 24, 2024
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    2025 V-Series Sedans Accelerate Cadillac’s Momentum

    Cadillac is expected to be all-EV by 2030, but in the meantime is launching new V-Series performance gas-powered cars that stack up well against German and Asian competitors.

    By David Kiley • Jan. 24, 2024
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    Fisker says more than 100 dealers are interested in selling its EVs

    The EV startup also said it would sell all its unsold 2023 vehicle inventory by the end of the first quarter of 2024 to improve its balance sheet.

    By Jan. 24, 2024
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    Frontera Name Returns to Vauxhall/Opel Brands

    Stellantis revives name of model that once was Europe's most popular SUV.

    By Jan. 24, 2024
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    Hyundai unveils ‘Active Air Skirt’ to improve EV range, stability

    The technology increases downforce and reduces turbulence, which improves traction and stability at higher speeds.

    By Jan. 24, 2024
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    Could 2024 be the year of LFP batteries?

    As automakers push for alternative EV battery options, experts say LFP, solid-state and sodium-ion batteries are worth watching in the year ahead.

    By Kate Magill • Jan. 24, 2024
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    Stellantis CEO Decries Italy’s Lack of BEV Incentives

    CEO blasts far-right government's absence of help to advance BEV adoption by consumers.

    By Jan. 24, 2024
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    Stellantis unveils vehicle platform for full-size EVs

    The automaker plans to launch eight new vehicles on the STLA Large platform across five brands from 2024 to 2026.

    By Jan. 23, 2024
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    GMC expanding to China, Australia and New Zealand

    The automaker said entering new global markets would bolster its established operations in the U.S., Mexico, Canada and the Middle East.

    By Jan. 23, 2024
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    SAIC Sets Sail for Europe With MG and Maxus Models

    The 219-yard-long SAIC Anji Logistics is planned to operate predominantly on European and Australia-New Zealand routes, with an annual capacity of about 30,000 vehicles.

    By Greg Kable • Jan. 23, 2024
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    The hardest manufacturing jobs to fill this year

    U.S. EV manufacturers are struggling to find enough workers for positions like automation engineers and machinists.

    By Joelle Anselmo • Jan. 23, 2024
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    GM Takes GMC to China, Australia and New Zealand in 2024

    GMC finished 2023 in the U.S. with a 6.5% year-on-year increase in retail sales, its best performance since 2017.

    By David Kiley • Jan. 22, 2024
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    Tech Trends and Insights From CES 2024

    Software-defined vehicles, or SDVs, were all the rage. Everyone was talking about them: automakers, suppliers, analysts, media – everyone.

    By John McElroy • Jan. 22, 2024
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    Goodyear names former Stellantis exec CEO

    Mark Stewart, former chief operating officer of North America at Stellantis, will lead the automotive supplier’s corporate transformation as it seeks a return to profitability.

    By Michael Brady • Jan. 22, 2024
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    Stellantis’ Latest Platform Targets U.S. Fullsize Market

    The STLA Large platform accommodates a wide range of flagship vehicles with BEV, ICE and hybrid powertrains.

    By Jan. 22, 2024
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    Hyundai Stretches to Top of iSpot’s Most-Seen Auto TV Ads Ranking

    A commercial for the ’24 Tucson racked up 267.9 million national TV ad impressions, per iSpot.

    By WardsAuto Staff • Jan. 19, 2024
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    Hyundai, Kia restructure R&D for mobility, software-defined vehicles

    It’s the second time the automakers have reorganized their R&D efforts in the past year. 

    By Michael Brady • Jan. 19, 2024
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    Hyundai Takes Over GM’s Indian Plant

    Korean automaker seeks to build on its market share in India with factory acquisition and large investment pledge.

    By Jan. 19, 2024