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War of Words Escalates as UAW Strikes Stellantis, GM Plants

Until now, Stellantis had avoided publicly criticizing the UAW. General Motors and Ford executives have pleaded their companies’ cases in public remarks and news releases. All three automakers have been rebuked by the UAW.

By Joseph Szczesny • Oct. 23, 2023

Toyota Fights for Fair Hybrid Vehicle Tax in India

Automaker argues India's vehicle tax regime penalizes hybrid powertrains which are "greener" in that nation than BEVs.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 23, 2023

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Artificial 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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Ford confirms more layoffs as a result of UAW strike

The furloughs impact three plants in Ohio and Michigan, including the Sharonville Transmission Plant, Sterling Axle Plant and Rawsonville Components Plant. 

By Eric Walz • Oct. 23, 2023

Stellantis launches commercial vehicles business Pro One

The automaker’s lineup includes connected vans, electric pickup trucks and a micro-mobility option. 

By Eric Walz • Oct. 23, 2023

GM makes ‘record offer’ to UAW as it looks to end strike

If ratified, some autoworkers represented by the union will see general wage increases rise to $40.39 per hour by 2027.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 20, 2023

Toyota Converts 10 Olympic Games Coaches to Hydrogen Fuel-Cell

Automaker displays commitment to hydrogen fuel-cell powertrains in its retrofit for Paris 2024 transportation.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 20, 2023

Talks Continue, But UAW Dug In for Long Walkout

UAW leaders will not say whether the union will expand the current strikes, which now involve 34,000 of the 150,000 union members employed by GM, Ford and Chrysler parent Stellantis.

By Joseph Szczesny • Oct. 20, 2023

Stellantis announces more layoffs in Ohio due to UAW strike

The strike is having a ripple effect on the automaker’s manufacturing operations since its Toledo Assembly Complex was one of the first Big Three plants targeted by the UAW last month.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 20, 2023

Automakers slam Biden administration’s 58 mpg fuel economy standard

General Motors, Ford and Stellantis could pay $10.5 billion in fines if the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration finalizes its recommendations, the American Automotive Policy Council said.

By Michael Brady • Oct. 20, 2023

GM delays EV production at Michigan plant to 2025

General Motors says it needs time to better manage capital investment related to EV demand and implement engineering improvements to increase profits.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 19, 2023

Tesla CEO Musk Admits to Snags in Cybertruck Launch

CEO Elon Musk acknowledges Tesla will lose money on each Cybertruck it builds over the next year and a half.

By Joseph Szczesny • Oct. 19, 2023

Volvo Opens ‘Flagship’ Software Center Boosting SDV Capability

Volvo advances its software-defined-vehicle technological strengths with a new flagship software center in Sweden.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 19, 2023

Tesla’s profits decline 44% in Q3 thanks to aggressive price cuts

The automaker doesn’t expect the upcoming launch of the Cybertruck to boost the company’s revenue anytime soon.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 19, 2023

Toyota Reveals First Images of Battery LCV Concept

Toyota follows up on consumer BEV concepts with an LCV platform aimed at commercial users.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 19, 2023

Ford temporarily lays off 150 more workers at Sterling Axle Plant

The automaker blamed the United Auto Workers strike at its Kentucky Truck Plant for the furloughs.

By Michael Brady • Oct. 19, 2023

Honda Dreams Big With Most-Seen Auto TV Ad

Subaru is again the most-seen brand in the ranking, with two commercials that received a combined 307.5 million national TV ad impressions, per iSpot.

By Wards Staff • Oct. 19, 2023

BMW secures new battery material supplier in Canada

A new partnership with Umicore and added South Carolina production are scaling the automaker's EV supply chain strategy.

By Kate Magill • Oct. 19, 2023

Stellantis says it’s pulling out of CES due to UAW strike

The automaker said the move aims to reduce the company’s expenses as it deals with the financial effects of the ongoing United Auto Workers strike.

By Michael Brady • Oct. 18, 2023

Stellantis has until Oct. 29 to strike a deal with autoworkers in Canada

Unifor, a union representing more than 8,200 Stellantis workers, is also negotiating for future product commitments at its Brampton Assembly plant related to the electric vehicle transition.

By Michael Brady • Oct. 18, 2023

Ford appoints Kumar Galhotra as chief operating officer

The automaker continues to shuffle its leadership as it implements its Ford+ plan and deals with the ongoing United Auto Workers strike.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 18, 2023

Toyota Rolls Out Two BEV Concepts at Japan Show

Toyota brings two BEV concepts aimed at SUV and sportscar consumers.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 17, 2023

Where the Automotive Subscription Model Works and Where it Doesn’t

While automakers would like subscription service models to work on every in-car feature, it can backfire.

By Eric Volkman • Oct. 17, 2023

Nissan Refreshes 2024 Rogue’s Styling, Improves Connectivity

The ’24 Nissan Rogue goes on sale at U.S. dealerships in early 2024 with pricing to be announced later.

By Wards Staff • Oct. 17, 2023

Cruise faces federal investigation after driverless robotaxi severely injures pedestrian

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating four incidents involving Cruise autonomous vehicles and pedestrians in San Francisco.

By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 17, 2023

Ford Scion Selling Labor Truce; UAW Chief Not Buying

UAW President Shawn Fain has repeatedly emphasized during the strike that union members have been shortchanged over the past decade and have seen their standard of living decline.

By Joseph Szczesny • Oct. 17, 2023