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Used vehicle price increases begin to slow as shoppers eye older cars
EVs remain the outperformers though, even as a flood of them returns from lease, according to Manheim's latest used-vehicle value index.
By Jim Henry • Sept. 11, 2026 -
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Why Hyundai is raising its local sourcing goal in North America
The company plans to source 80% of parts for vehicle manufacturing in the region from local suppliers by 2030, President and CEO José Muñoz said.
By Phil Neuffer • Sept. 10, 2026 -
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TrendlineAutomotive Manufacturing
Production strategies are changing rapidly as tariffs and shifts in consumer buying patterns affect the industry.
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Affordability issues, sales outlook damp dealer optimism in Q3
In Cox Automotive’s latest survey of sentiment, dealers cited affordability pressures, rising inflation, higher interest rates and economic uncertainty as key factors for what amounts to a decline.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 9, 2026 -
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VW Group plans more ‘rugged vehicles’ for US amid sweeping restructure
Volkswagen says concentrating investment on fewer models globally will enable it to achieve higher volumes for individual vehicles, reduce costs and create greater economies of scale.
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JLR confirms 4,000 job cuts, citing ‘significant challenges’
The automaker is opening a voluntary reduction program for management and salaried employees, which it hopes will achieve the cuts within two years.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 8, 2026 -
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Carvana’s Stellantis dealers compete for nationwide sales
It’s created a service gap that represents an opportunity for other Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram dealers.
By Alysha Webb • Sept. 8, 2026 -
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Volkswagen advances restructuring plan that could cut 50K jobs
The company also plans to reduce its model portfolio by 50% by 2035, with the North American market shifting towards higher-margin vehicles.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 4, 2026 -
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Volkswagen reshuffles execs, appoints new leader for North America
Marco Schubert was named a member of the Extended Executive Committee, starting Oct. 1, and will report directly to Volkswagen Group CEO Oliver Blume.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 4, 2026 -
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Volvo’s global sales decline continues
The automaker’s sales show a 7.4% YoY drop on a rolling three-month basis, nearly double that of the previous period.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 3, 2026 -
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Auto finance in Q2 reflects boom in hybrid sales
Hybrids are surging in popularity; their monthly payments are lower on average than EVs and internal combustion engine models.
By Jim Henry • Sept. 3, 2026 -
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Unifor secures GM deal ratification amid frayed trade relations
While the new labor contract provides assurance for GM workers in Canada, plenty of uncertainty remains about what they’ll be building.
By Keith Nuthall • Sept. 2, 2026 -
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Stellantis appoints new Fiat CEO, shuffles execs for Europe
Arnaud Belloni returns to the group from Renault as CEO of Fiat while Xavier Peugeot takes on Jeep.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 2, 2026 -
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Volvo cost saving prompts flagship tech hub closure
The automaker’s Stockholm office is set to shift most responsibilities to its Gothenburg headquarters.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 1, 2026 -
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Ford names new president of subsidiary Ford Energy
Dave Carroll takes over from company veteran Lisa Drake, who is retiring from the automaker after a 32-year career.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 28, 2026 -
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Lotus cuts YoY losses by 63% in H1 2026
The newly unified company sees a revenue boost from a cost-cutting business strategy and strong China sales.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 28, 2026 -
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Hyundai targets sales growth by looking for whitespace
The automaker is finding opportunities by simply filling in its market gaps, with new model entries to include extended-range EVs, off-road SUVs and performance models.
By Bengt Halvorson • Aug. 27, 2026 -
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General Motors gives first-time dealers a chance to turn around troubled store
Alex Feldman and Michael Gitlevich refused to be discouraged when a broker told them no OEM would approve them as franchise owners.
By Alysha Webb • Aug. 27, 2026 -
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Lotus merges production and electrified mobility wings
The British performance brand seeks production efficiencies as it focuses on a hybrid future.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 26, 2026 -
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Mitsubishi confirms US-bound, Nissan-based pickup
The brand plans to shift from four models now to six by the end of 2027 — with a pickup and maybe an SUV in the works.
By Bengt Halvorson • Aug. 26, 2026 -
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Why are auto loans surging at the low end of prime?
The industry is keeping an eye on rising loan volumes and borrowers' shifting credit ratings. We asked some experts to help make sense of the trendlines.
By Jim Henry • Aug. 25, 2026 -
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Unifor, GM reach tentative labor agreement for 4,600 workers in Canada
Additional details of the deal won't be released to members until ratification meetings scheduled for Aug. 29-30.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 24, 2026 -
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ColumnThe German auto industry’s gut-wrenching moment
Tens of thousands of German autoworkers' jobs are at risk as net profit margins shrink.
By John McElroy • Aug. 24, 2026 -
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Volvo Cars adds technology, engineering officers to leadership team
A reshuffle of some of the automaker’s top executives is expected to boost capabilities for its “next phase.”
By Paul Myles • Aug. 24, 2026 -
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LG Energy Solution starts production at new Michigan battery factory
The 35-GWh plant in Lansing will manufacture large-format batteries for energy storage and for electric vehicles, including the Toyota Highlander EV.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 21, 2026 -
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Bentley appoints UX chief as new exterior design lead
T.Jon Mayer is taking on exterior design responsibilities as Domen Rucigaj heads off to a new role in parent company Volkswagen Group.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 19, 2026
