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Tesla enhances auto parts distribution with New York facility

The facility will serve as a hub for Tesla's East Coast vehicle parts distribution starting in October.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 9, 2023

Cadillac Pulls Wrap Off Escalade IQ Battery Electric Vehicle

The new electric version of Cadillac’s venerable ‘Slade has a 450-mile range and is filled to the brim with technology, comfort and convenience features.

By Christie Schweinsberg • Aug. 9, 2023

Explore the 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

Stellantis launches ‘bproauto’ private-label parts brand in North America

The automaker’s second-line brand of aftermarket parts will cost less than original Mopar parts and will include components made for vehicles from other automakers.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 9, 2023

Rivian boosts production by 50% in Q2

Electric vehicle deliveries grew by 50% while gross profit per vehicle improved by roughly $35,000 as the company increased cost efficiencies across all major categories.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 9, 2023

First Porsche Charging Lounge Opens in Germany

A new network of “"premium” charging stations is unveiled to support Porsche’s ramp-up of battery-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.

By Greg Kable • Aug. 9, 2023

GM’s future Ultium-based EVs will support vehicle-to-home charging

The bidirectional charging technology uses a GM vehicle’s battery as a backup power source in the event of a power outage.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 8, 2023

Nissan Throws In the Towel on Titan

Realizing it can’t challenge Detroit on fullsize pickup trucks, Nissan kills off the Titan.

By David Kiley • Aug. 8, 2023

Hyundai, Kia invest $50M in semiconductor startup Tenstorrent

The automaker plans to use Tenstorrent’s technology to jointly develop AI chiplets and optimized semiconductors.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 8, 2023

Toyota shakes up data, software leadership as it revamps EV plans

The automaker promoted Christopher Yang to president and CEO of Toyota Connected North America.

By Michael Brady • Aug. 7, 2023

Tesla CFO resigns after 13 years at the company

The automaker’s chief accounting officer, Vaibhav Taneja, took over on Aug. 4, replacing Zachary Kirkhorn. 

By Eric Walz • Aug. 7, 2023

General Motors, EVgo charging network hits 1,000th charger milestone

“The availability of fast charging infrastructure is key to widespread EV adoption," said EVgo's CEO.

By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 7, 2023

UAW wants 46% pay hike by 2027 from GM, Ford and Stellantis

The union is demanding a 20% upfront wage increase, followed by a 5% raise annually through 2027.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 4, 2023

Chevrolet Owns Two Most-Watched Auto TV Ads

Commercials for the ’24 Trax and ’24 Blazer EV received a combined 565.4 million national TV ad impressions, per iSpot.

By Wards Staff • Aug. 4, 2023

Former Hyundai Motor America, Waymo CEO John Krafcik joins Rivian’s board

The industry veteran has considerable experience with manufacturing and automotive technology, including autonomous vehicles.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 3, 2023

Tesla owners allege false advertising over EV ranges in class-action lawsuit

If the court approves the suit, people in California could join it, potentially exposing the automaker to significant legal risk.

By Michael Brady • Aug. 3, 2023

Porsche eyes $3.3B EV battery plant in US

The German luxury carmaker is also weighing options at home and in Canada for its planned factory.

By Sebastian Obando • Aug. 3, 2023

Geely develops large language model for in-vehicle infotainment

It’s expected to be the first large language model deployed in the auto industry.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 3, 2023

VW Reportedly Secures Rights to Xpeng EV Platform

The purchase fits in with the German automaker’s plans for new electric SUV models for China.

By Greg Kable • Aug. 3, 2023

BMW ‘Not Ready’ to Give Up on ICE

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.BMW is committed to continued investment in ICE powertrains despite its acceleration of development funds into BEV models.That’s because the...

By Paul Myles • Aug. 3, 2023

Subaru has a more aggressive EV plan

The automaker aims to boost global battery-electric vehicle sales to 50% by 2030.

By Michael Brady • Aug. 2, 2023

Toyota’s Retro-Styled Land Cruiser Returns to North America

Toyota will price the new SUV at about $55,000 when the ’24 model returns to the U.S. market next year.

By Nancy Dunham • Aug. 2, 2023

Ford restarts production of F-150 Lightning EV pickup truck

The automaker is tripling its manufacturing capacity as it faces increased competition from GM and Tesla.

By Kate Magill • Aug. 2, 2023

GM to teach drivers about advanced driver assistance systems

Although the automaker refers to Super Cruise as “hands-free,” it requires human supervision at all times.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 2, 2023

‘Affordable’ Driverless Robo-Taxi Platform Unveiled by Steel Consortium

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.A consortium of automotive steel companies has unveiled its first autonomous BEV platform in an event in Traverse City, Michigan, as the fir...

Aug. 2, 2023

BMW in Push to Bring Level 3 LiDAR AV Tech to Market

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.BMW is expanding its collaboration with Israeli LiDAR specialist Innoviz Technologies to accelerate its autonomous driving capabilities aime...

By Paul Myles • Aug. 2, 2023