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    NHTSA opens probe of over 877K GM vehicles for engine failures

    Owners of the vehicles complained of connecting rod bearing wear, which has led to catastrophic engine damage without any prior symptoms.

    By Jan. 27, 2025
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    Autoline Daily: Top Industry News Jan. 24

    Nicola looking for a financial lifeline; Rivian's tech attractive to other automakers

    Jan. 24, 2025
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    Automotive Dive Trendline on Cybersecurity

    By WardsAuto staff
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    Hyundai Owns Latest Most-Seen Auto TV Ad

    In a spot that received 243.6 million national TV ad impressions, per iSpot, Hyundai emphasizes how consumers can buy its vehicles on Amazon.

    By Wards Staff • Jan. 24, 2025
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    Chinese Investors Eye Volkswagen’s Excess German Plants

    Establishment of European production is key to providing Chinese automakers with a politically viable pathway to North American sales.

    By Greg Kable • Jan. 24, 2025
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    Portuguese Lithium Deposits Boost EU’s Auto Battery Plans

    Mining company revises its estimates of high-grade lithium deposits suggesting they will exceed the 28 million tons first thought.

    By Jan. 24, 2025
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    New vehicle prices rose 1.3% YoY in December

    The value of incentives and discounts also remained elevated, according to Cox Automotive Kelley Blue Book.

    By Kalena Thomhave • Jan. 24, 2025
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    Autoline Daily: Top Industry News Jan. 23

    GM and Hyundai edge closer; VinFast losing billions

    Jan. 23, 2025
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    Stellantis reverses plans, will reopen Belvidere Assembly plant

    The revival of the shuttered site also ends a dispute with the United Auto Workers.

    By Jan. 23, 2025
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    What Trump’s executive orders mean for automakers

    New policies are unlikely to slow EV adoption but may benefit gas-powered vehicles, analysts say.

    By Jan. 22, 2025
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    Trump freezes IRA funding

    Trump also revoked the Biden administration's EV mandate and pulled out of the Paris climate agreement as part of several energy-related actions.

    By Kate Magill • Jan. 22, 2025
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    Trump eyes 10% China tariff hike by Feb. 1

    The president floated a similar timeline for 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico.

    By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 22, 2025
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    Polestar Promises More Tariff-Avoiding Local Vehicle Production

    Polestar CEO stresses that cutting vehicle production costs by building products in its sales markets is driving business and profits as much as side-stepping punitive import duties.

    By Jan. 22, 2025
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    Autoline Daily: Top Industry News Jan. 21

    Ford likely to kill Lightning; Trump Tariffs

    Jan. 21, 2025
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    Trump Pulls Punches on Tariffs on Canada and Mexico

    President Trump signed executive orders to “evaluate” tariffs on China, Mexico and Canada. The then President-elect said in November he would impose tariffs of 25% on the three countries on day one of his presidency.

    By David Kiley • Jan. 21, 2025
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    GM, Vianode announce synthetic graphite supply deal for EV batteries

    The "multi-billion dollar" agreement covers the development of large-scale manufacturing in North America and supply of the raw material through 2033.

    By Jan. 21, 2025
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    Trump orders trade review ahead of potential tariffs

    Federal agencies have until April 1 to give recommendations on trade pacts with Mexico, Canada and China.

    By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 21, 2025
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    Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for Jan. 17

    Cybertruck Called A Flop; China Burns Record Level of Coal; EU Suppliers Ax 54,000 Jobs

    Jan. 17, 2025
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    Polestar Curbs Expansion in Some Markets as Premium BEV Sales Slow

    BEV automaker outlines a fresh business strategy as it fights back into profitability. The plan includes a new European-manufactured compact SUV.

    By Jan. 17, 2025
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    Lexus Dominates Latest Ranking of Most-Seen Auto TV Ads

    A spot for the Lexus TX racked up 237.6 million national TV ad impressions from Jan. 6-12, per iSpot.tv – nearly 100 million more impressions than Hyundai’s No.2 ad.

    By Wards Staff • Jan. 17, 2025
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    How auto suppliers can prepare for tariffs against Canada and Mexico

    Companies must analyze their supply chains and develop company-specific plans, as expenses and impacts could vary significantly, experts say.

    By Michael Brady • Jan. 17, 2025
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    5 automotive topics to watch when Trump takes office

    China, trade, vehicle emissions and fuel economy standards, and electric vehicle policy will be in the crosshairs of the incoming Trump administration, experts say.

    By Michael Brady • Jan. 17, 2025
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    Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for Jan. 16

    Chinese Automakers Want to Buy VW Factories; NADA Promises to Fight Direct Sales; Hindenburg Research Announces It’s Disbanding

    Jan. 16, 2025
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    European Auto Industry Calls for Tariff and BEV Target Rethink

    ACEA's new president, Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Källenius, tells European Union it needs to formulate a strategy to protect its legacy automakers.

    By Jan. 16, 2025
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    How CIOs encourage tech adoption across generations

    Boomers and Gen Z face different challenges adopting workplace tools, but collaborative training can bridge the gap, CIOs say.

    By Suman Bhattacharyya • Jan. 16, 2025
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    Hyundai Motor America names COO

    Claudia Márquez will lead the automaker’s U.S. business operations and direct its growth strategies.

    By Jan. 16, 2025