Continental continues push to focus solely on tires

The automotive supplier confirmed it will sell its ContiTech business division as it further streamlines its operations.

By Kalena Thomhave • July 2, 2025

FedEx establishes automotive vertical in B2B shipping push

The logistics giant aims to capture more premium volume in the North American auto market, Chief Customer Officer Brie Carere said.

By Max Garland • July 2, 2025

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Automotive Manufacturing

Production strategies are changing rapidly as tariffs and shifts in consumer buying patterns affect the industry.

By WardsAuto staff

US manufacturing activity improved in June, but sentiment remains low

Weak demand and price increases continued last month as a return of country-specific tariffs looms, according to the Institute for Supply Management.

By Nathan Owens • July 1, 2025

Nissan’s Job Cuts to Hit European Production Hub

Despite new model launch, the Sunderland factory will still face labor force trim.

By Paul Myles • July 1, 2025

Third-Gen Nissan e-Power Launches in Europe

The automaker targets powertrain-agnostic consumers with its halfway alternative between battery-electric and hybrid vehicles.

By Paul Myles • July 1, 2025

Continental’s automotive group creates semiconductor unit

The auto parts maker, recently branded as Aumovio, is teaming with GlobalFoundries to develop and manufacture chip components as demand ramps up.

By Nathan Owens • July 1, 2025

WardsAuto Podcast: Talking GM Financials and Tariff Defense with Bloomberg News’ David Welch

General Motors faces a lot of exposure to Trump Administration tariffs, but CEO Mary Barra is navigating it pretty well. WardsAuto podcast Host David Kiley chats with Bloomberg News Detroit Bureau Chief David Welch on how the General is faring in these tumultuous times.

By Wards Staff • June 30, 2025

Auto insurance customer satisfaction in need of improvement: JD Power

After years of rate increases, auto insurers should focus on customer retention.

By Kalena Thomhave • June 30, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for June 27

Car Dealers to Congress: Keep the EV Incentives!; U.S. Used Car Prices Up 40%; Xiaomi YU7 Gets Stunning Sales Orders

June 27, 2025

Sports Score for Latest Most-Seen Luxury Auto TV Ads

Inifiniti harnessed NBA Finals action to rack up 101.8 million national TV ad impressions, making it the No.1 luxury auto TV ad for June 16-22, per iSpot.

By Wards Staff • June 27, 2025

Stellantis CEO’s new leadership team features both tenured and fresh faces

Antonio Filosa is surrounding himself with 16 executives he says bring an entrepreneurial spirit and profound understanding of the company's brands.

By Kalena Thomhave • June 27, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for June 26

GM Gains Most Market Share This Year; Japan Says It Can't Accept U.S. Tariffs

June 26, 2025

Fed on hold to see if tariff-induced inflation persists, Powell says

“A majority of my committee has said that they do expect to cut rates between now and the end of the year,” Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said.

By Jim Tyson • June 26, 2025

EV maker Polestar secures $200M equity investment

The funding comes from existing investor PSD Investment, which is controlled by the founder and chairman of Geely Holding Group.

By Eric Walz • June 26, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for June 25

Europe EV Sales Up 28%, Tesla Down 28%; BYD Cutting Production in China; Ferrari Goes Sailing.

June 25, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for June 24

Ford Commits to Embattled Battery Plant; Skoda EVs Outsell Tesla in EU; Uber & Waymo Expand Their Partnership

June 24, 2025

Stellantis plans $388M parts distribution ‘Megahub’ in metro Detroit

The facility will be staffed by nearly 500 UAW workers once operational in 2027, according to the company. 

By Kalena Thomhave • June 24, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for June 23

Natural Hydrogen Could Be a Game Changer; What? An Electric Motorcycle from General Motors?; UAW Missed Out On $80 Million

June 23, 2025

Flexibility key in tariff turmoil: Toyota, Rivian execs

Executives from the two companies suggest that with fluctuating trade policies, the short-term priority for OEMs should be staying the course.

By Larry Avila • June 23, 2025

Toyota, Daimler ink deal to merge truck companies

Mitsubishi Fuso and Hino Motors will become equals under a new holding company that is expected to begin operations in April 2026.

By Haley Cawthon • June 23, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for June 20

Maserati In Deep Trouble, Up for Sale?; Ford Claims Skunkworks EV Matches China Cost; Audi Talking About Greenfield U.S. Plant

June 20, 2025

Nippon finalizes $14B US Steel takeover

The deal gives President Donald Trump approval over key provisions of the new partnership, including any job moves, facility closures or other future acquisitions. 

By Kate Magill • June 20, 2025

Canada threatens further tariffs on US steel, aluminum

The exact new rate will depend on progress made towards a tariff deal with the Trump administration as of July 21.

By Phil Neuffer • June 20, 2025

2025 U.S. Open Delivers Wide Reach for Jeep’s Most-Seen Auto TV Ad

Subaru is the most-seen brand overall on the chart, with two spots that had a combined 188.9 million national TV ad impressions for June 9-15, per iSpot.

By Wards Staff • June 20, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for June 18

ZR1X Is Sub 2-Second Corvette; VW To Launch L4 ID. Buzz Robotaxis; Chinese Cities Run Out of Car Subsidies

June 18, 2025