Automakers: Page 79

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    Stellantis’s Big Bet on Ellesmere as its Only BEV Plant

    Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Stellantis has chosen the under-threat UK Vauxhall Ellesmere Port plant to create its first global BEV-only factory.While many in the UK hav...

    By • Sept. 7, 2023
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    Tesla, Hilton partner to deploy 20,000 EV chargers at hotels

    The hotel chain said locations “alongside roadways and in key urban destinations” are uniquely suited to provide EV charging to travelers. 

    By Jenna Graber • Sept. 7, 2023
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    Trendline

    Artificial Intelligence

    Automakers and dealers alike are increasingly seeing the use case for AI within their operations. Explore some use cases in this trendline.

    By WardsAuto staff
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    52M air bag inflators should be recalled: NHTSA

    The faulty inflators can rupture in a crash, “causing metal debris to be forcefully ejected into the passenger compartment of the vehicle,” the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said.

    By Michael Brady • Sept. 6, 2023
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    Volkswagen Group Fine-Tunes Electronic Parts Purchasing

    The biggest challenge to the automaker’s procurement efficiency is the rise of demand for vehicle semiconductors.

    By • Sept. 6, 2023
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    BMW Unveils Vision Neue Klasse

    The advanced electric sedan concept points to the future of the 3-Series and other upcoming new BMW models.

    By Greg Kable • Sept. 6, 2023
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    BMW Previews Neue Klasse CUV

    The 2026 iX3 successor is among six new electric models under development by BMW.

    By Greg Kable • Sept. 6, 2023
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    Audi SQ8 Boasting ‘Bonkers’ SUV Performance

    Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Heading up the line-up range of the refreshed Audi Q8, is a SQ8 TFSI boasting an eye-watering 0 to 62mph of just 4.1 seconds for an SUV weig...

    By • Sept. 6, 2023
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    Dodge, Hyundai, Kia among most frequently stolen vehicles

    “If you own a [Dodge] Hellcat, you better check your driveway,” HLDI Senior Vice President Matt Moore said. “These numbers are unbelievable.”

    By • Updated Sept. 7, 2023
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    Rivian hires former Porsche Cars North America CEO

    Kjell Gruner will serve as the electric vehicle maker’s chief commercial officer.

    By Michael Brady • Sept. 6, 2023
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    BMW Group taps AWS to engineer its automated driving platform

    The luxury carmaker will shift engineering and operational deployment of new vehicle technologies to the cloud.

    By Matt Ashare • Sept. 5, 2023
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    Hyundai adds Chris Paukert to public relations team

    The former journalist recently left his position at car-shopping website Edmunds.com.

    By Michael Brady • Sept. 5, 2023
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    EVs offer worse tech user experiences than gas-powered cars: J.D. Power

    A survey examining 21 advanced features of electric and internal-combustion engine vehicles found that EVs, except Tesla, had more problems than ICE vehicles in 17 categories.

    By Michael Brady • Sept. 5, 2023
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    Plastic Omnium invests in two hydrogen vehicle sites in Michigan

    The $171 million investment follows the auto parts manufacturer's $2 billion order from a major U.S. automaker earlier this year.

    By Sara Samora • Sept. 5, 2023
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    Hyundai, LG Energy to invest additional $2B in Georgia battery cell plant

    The latest investment adds to the $4.3 billion commitment announced in May and will create 400 more jobs.

    By Sara Samora • Sept. 5, 2023
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    VW ID.GTI Concept Previews Electric-Powered Hot Hatch

    The compact front-wheel-drive hot hatch is set to lead Volkswagen’s upcoming entry-level BEV lineup with a front-mounted electric motor, a sporting suspension and an anticipated starting price of about $32,800.

    By Greg Kable • Sept. 3, 2023
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    Mercedes-Benz CLA Sedan Goes Electric

    The Concept CLA Class points to the new third-generation CLA sedan due out in 2024 with up to 536 hp and a 466-mile range.

    By Greg Kable • Sept. 3, 2023
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    UAW Dismisses Ford Offer, Says Automakers Must ‘Get Real’

    The union files unfair labor practice complaints against General Motors and Stellantis with less than two weeks before its national contracts with the Detroit Three expire.

    By Joseph Szczesny • Sept. 1, 2023
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    Tesla Debuts Long-Range Model 3 Amid Range Exaggeration Claims

    Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Tesla will debut its refreshed Model 3 in China and then Germany this month claiming a 377-mile range, albeit against a backdrop of allegati...

    By • Sept. 1, 2023
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    Four of Top Five Most-Seen Auto Ads Aired During Little League World Series

    A commercial for the Chevrolet Silverado ran up 310.7 million national TV ad impressions, moving from second to first place week-over-week, per iSpot.

    By Wards Staff • Sept. 1, 2023
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    Is VinFast Another Tesla? Or Rivian? Or Bricklin?

    Investors are so hyped up on emerging BEV stocks that VinFast’s street value exceeds Ford’s and GM’s in just a few weeks.

    By David Kiley • Sept. 1, 2023
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    UAW accuses GM, Stellantis of unfair labor practices

    The union filed an unfair labor practice complaint with the National Labor Relations Board over its contract talks with the two automakers. However, it did not file a complaint against Ford.

    By • Sept. 1, 2023
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    Energy Department announces $15.5B to support EV transition, grow domestic battery manufacturing

    The Biden administration is rejecting “the false choice between a good job and a green job,” United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain said in a statement.

    By Robert Walton • Sept. 1, 2023
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    Polestar Q2 vehicle deliveries up 36%

    Fewer supply chain disruptions and lower raw material costs helped the electric automaker post a 16% year-over-year increase in revenue.

    By Michael Brady • Aug. 31, 2023
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    Duke Energy unveils EV charging subscription service, partnering with BMW, Ford and GM

    The 12-month pilot program will use vehicle telematics to track charging data.

    By Robert Walton • Aug. 31, 2023
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    Hyundai, Korea Zinc, sign deal to establish nickel supply chain

    The companies will jointly source nickel raw material and processing, invest in mining projects and explore new business opportunities like battery recycling.

    By • Aug. 31, 2023