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Ford F-150 Refresh Includes ‘Fridge’ Gate

Ford's best-selling F-150 pickup gets a new tailgate option and grille for '24 while dropping the standard 3.3L V-6 in favor of the 2.7L twin-turbo V-6.

By David Kiley • Sept. 14, 2023

Car Dealer Exec: Tesla No Longer Only ‘Cool Kid’

“America loves a choice,” says Fox Motors’ Diane Maher, referring to a widening selection of EVs.

By Steve Finlay • Sept. 14, 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.

By WardsAuto staff

Ford Turns to Hybrid for F-150 as BEV Truck Sales Flag

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.Ford is turning to the ‘Toyota’ way of thinking by doubling its production of hybrid F-150 pickup trucks next year following a miserable tak...

By Paul Myles • Sept. 14, 2023

Toyota Ups the Stakes in the BEV Manufacturing Race

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.Just when industry watchers have been writing off Toyota in the BEV manufacturing race, the automaker has announced it will create a plant d...

By Paul Myles • Sept. 14, 2023

UAW won’t extend negotiations, could target strikes

If the United Auto Workers strike against General Motors, Ford and Stellantis, the union plans to ask specific local chapters to strike rather than at once.

By Michael Brady • Sept. 14, 2023

UAW negotiations with Big Three come down to the wire

United Auto Workers members employed by General Motors, Ford and Stellantis could strike if the sides can’t make a deal by the time the union’s 4-year labor agreements with the Big Three automakers expire Sept. 14.

By Michael Brady • Sept. 13, 2023

Jeep Gladiator in Spotlight at NAIAS

Jeep is taking orders for the ’24 Gladiator and vehicles will start arriving in U.S. dealerships late this year.

By Jim Irwin • Sept. 13, 2023

Next-Gen GMC Acadia Bows

GMC reveals its ’24 Acadia, due in dealer showrooms early next year.

By Bob Gritzinger • Sept. 13, 2023

Hyundai Marks New Safety Lab With Two More IIHS Top Picks+

Hyundai adds two EV models to IIHS’s Top Pick list with Ioniq 6 and the Genesis Electrified GV70.

By David Kiley • Sept. 13, 2023

Ford appoints Toyota veteran as its global chief marketing officer

In addition to tapping Lisa Materazzo as CMO, the automaker hired William Clay Ford III as general manager of Ford Performance and Elena Ford as its chief dealer engagement officer.

By Eric Walz • Sept. 13, 2023

BMW, Ford, Honda partner on vehicle-to-grid technology

ChargeScape, a new joint venture, aims to help manage energy use for widespread electric vehicle deployment.

By Michael Brady • Sept. 13, 2023

Tech-Laden Cadillac CT5 Debuts at Detroit Show

Cadillac launches an improved CT5 sedan in 2024, to be followed by a Blackwing high-performance version.

By David Kiley • Sept. 12, 2023

Hyundai’s Georgia EV supplier network adds 3 more manufacturers

Since the automaker broke ground last year, 11 investments by the company’s partners have totaled over $2 billion in the state.

By Sara Samora • Sept. 12, 2023

Ford Dealers Hope to Capture Lightning

New F-150s Platinum Black models in high demand.

By Jim Henry • Sept. 12, 2023

Honda to unify product, sales and dealer communications

The new division aims to grow the automaker’s sales momentum as it prepares to launch its first mass-market EVs in the U.S.

By Eric Walz • Sept. 12, 2023

BMW invests $750M in UK factories to build Mini EVs

The automaker’s investment in electric vehicle manufacturing comes after British newspaper The Times reported last year that Mini would shift EV production to China.

By Eric Walz • Sept. 12, 2023

Automaker Tech to Create a Seamless UX

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.The automotive industry is being rapidly transformed. Artificial intelligence and machine learning are driving change within the industry to...

By Graham Jarvis • Sept. 12, 2023

WardsAuto Podcast: EVs Bring Biggest Disruptions Since Henry Ford’s Time

WardsAuto Podcast Host David Kiley discusses the pain and disruption of the shift to electric vehicles.

By Wards Staff • Sept. 11, 2023

UAW President Shawn Fain says union won’t take ‘scraps’

The proposals from General Motors, Ford and Stellantis offer significantly less generous wages and benefits than the United Auto Workers is demanding, Fain said.

By Michael Brady • Sept. 11, 2023

Mercedes-Benz Confirms Plans for ‘Little G’ Off-Roader

The new price-leading electric Geländewagen model will extend the scope and reach of the German automaker’s G sub-brand.

By Greg Kable • Sept. 11, 2023

Qualcomm Forms Digital Partnerships With JLR, Mercedes-Benz

The Snapdragon Auto 5G Modem-RF, a key component of the Snapdragon Digital Chassis, aims to create luxury in-vehicle experiences across JLR’s Range Rover, Defender, Discovery and Jaguar brands.

By Paul Myles • Sept. 11, 2023

BMW Bets UK Will Avoid ‘Rules of Origin’ Trade Penalty

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 betting on Germany’s support of the UK government’s attempt to gain low tariff access to European markets will be successful as it co...

By Paul Myles • Sept. 11, 2023

Audi appoints CMO to lead new brand marketing team

Emilie Cotter will help lead Audi of America’s transition to electric vehicles.

By Eric Walz • Sept. 8, 2023

Stellantis, UAW set to spar as labor negotiations heat up

The automaker offered employed United Auto Workers members a total wage increase of 14.5% over four years.

By Michael Brady • Sept. 8, 2023

Chevrolet Again Leads Ranking of Most-Seen Auto TV Ads

Weather Channel programming generated notable TV ad impressions for all five spots on iSpot’s ranking as viewers tuned in for coverage of Hurricane Idalia.

By Wards Staff • Sept. 8, 2023