GM names North America president

Duncan Aldred takes over the role vacated by Marissa West in August 2024.

By Larry Avila • May 7, 2025

Hyundai bolsters executive leadership

The automaker promoted one executive to a new global role and another to oversee its North America manufacturing.

By Larry Avila • May 7, 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

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for May 6

Tariffs Force Audi to Consider U.S. Production; Alfa Reports Best Sales Since 2019; Waymo Partners to Build AVs in Arizona

May 6, 2025

‘We’re headed in the wrong direction’: Tariffs drive up prices, hurt output, PMI says

Manufacturers pulled back on production last month as the Trump administration's volatile trade policy caused consumer confusion and a drop in demand, according to the Institute for Supply Management. 

By Kate Magill • May 6, 2025

Ford lowers 2025 earnings outlook amid tariffs, BEV losses

While the automaker faces headwinds for the rest of 2025, the company says it is improving quality and lowering fixed costs.

By David Kiley | WardsAuto • May 6, 2025

Ford Lowers 2025 Earnings Outlook Amid Tariffs, BEV Losses

Tariffs and BEV losses will be headwinds for Ford the rest of 2025, but the automaker is improving on lowering fixed costs and quality.

By David Kiley • May 5, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for May 5

OEMs Burning Through U.S. Inventory; China Tariffs Put Focus on Axial Flux EV Motors; China’s Momenta Lands More Robotaxi Business

May 5, 2025

Rivian’s First Ad Campaign Lands as Tesla Slips

Rivian has launched its first ad campaign, telling viewers stories about its customers’ real-life experiences with the battery-electric vehicles. The ads are intended to humanize the BEV start-up at a time when its larger rival, Tesla, is dropping in sales and popularity.

By David Kiley • May 5, 2025

Hyundai unveils its next-generation hybrid powertrain system

The new technology offers a 45% increase in fuel efficiency and 19% more power compared to ICE powertrains of the same class, according to the automaker.

By Eric Walz • May 5, 2025

Autoline Daily: Top Industry News for May 2

Ariya Outsells Model Y in Colorado; Car Buyers Rush to Showrooms Before Tariffs Hit; Aurora Launches Driver-Free-Semi Business

May 2, 2025

Tariffs see Stellantis ditch financial forecast as Q1 revenues slide

The automaker’s first quarter revenue slumps 14% as it launches its financial recovery plan.

By Paul Myles | WardsAuto • May 2, 2025

Most-Seen Auto TV Ads Get Bounce From NBA Playoffs

Hyundai’s first-place ad received 232.5 million national TV ad impressions, per an iSpot analysis for April 21-27.

By Wards Staff • May 2, 2025

GM recalls nearly 600K SUVs, pickups over engine failures

Over the past several years, the automaker identified more than 28,000 field complaints and incidents in the U.S. market potentially related to 6.2L V8 engine issues.

By Eric Walz • May 2, 2025

GM projects up to $5B in tariff costs in 2025

The automaker says it will work to hold the line on consumer pricing of its vehicles.

By David Kiley | WardsAuto • May 2, 2025

Mercedes-Benz to produce a new ‘core-segment’ vehicle in Alabama

Details were limited, but a spokesperson said the move aligns with the automaker's focus on optimization amid market shifts.

By Larry Avila • May 2, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for May 1

Ford Scraps All-New Electronic Architecture; GM Expects $4-5 Billion Tariff Hit; U.S. Considers Annual EV Fee

May 1, 2025

GM Projects Up to $5B in Tariff Costs in 2025

GM says it will work to hold the line on consumer pricing of its vehicles despite Trump tariffs costing the automaker another $5 billion this year.

By David Kiley • May 1, 2025

Toyota invests additional $88M in West Virginia

The automaker's cumulative investments total over $2.8 billion since it began production in the state in 1998.

By Larry Avila • May 1, 2025

Volkswagen Hit by 41% Drop in Profits

Continuing headwinds see Europe’s largest automaker post dramatic decline in earnings for Q1 2025.

By Greg Kable and David Kiley • April 30, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for April 30

Tariffs Could Kill Off These 11 Car Brands; U.S. EV Market Share Drops To 6.8%; Toyota & Waymo Join Forces

April 30, 2025

Tariffs See Stellantis Ditch Financial Forecast as Q1 Revenues Slide

First-quarter revenues slump by 14% as auto group launches its financial recovery plan.

By Paul Myles • April 30, 2025

GM beats Wall Street expectations, suspends guidance over tariffs

General Motors is heavily exposed to tariffs, including its Buick brand, but Trump’s waffling offers some relief.

By David Kiley | WardsAuto • April 30, 2025

Hyundai Mobis develops EV battery with built-in fire suppression

The company said the technology prevents thermal runaway battery fires rather than simply delaying them. 

By Kalena Thomhave • April 30, 2025

Trump softens tariffs on auto parts for US-assembled cars

The president will allow automakers to offset some costs while clarifying that potentially overlapping tariffs on Canada, Mexico, steel and aluminum will not stack.

By Phil Neuffer • April 29, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for April 29

Trump to Ease Auto Tariffs, Sorta; GM Reports Weak Q1; iCAR’s $15K Chinese Off-Roader

April 29, 2025