Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Dec. 4

GM Ready to Close Plants in China; U.S. November Sales Look Good, Maybe; Honda Launches Police Motorcycles in U.S.

Dec. 4, 2024

GM sells stake in Ultium Cells joint venture battery plant

The plant is one of three U.S. facilities that the automaker planned to operate as part of its joint venture with LG Energy Solution.

By Eric Walz • Dec. 4, 2024

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Manufacturing ‘neared stabilization’ in November: PMI

Companies are preparing for growth under a second Trump administration, even as the threat of tariffs causes some uncertainty.

By Kate Magill • Dec. 4, 2024

Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Dec. 3

There’s No Going Back From Here for Jaguar; GM Pivots to Prismatic Cells; Configurator Opens for Mini U.S. EV Pickup

Dec. 3, 2024

Note From The Editor-in-Chief

A change in ownership and what it means for our readers.

By Bob Gritzinger • Dec. 3, 2024

Where Michigan stands as an auto hub in the electrification era

The state’s reputation as the heart of the auto industry offers a solid foundation for the transition to EVs.

By Megan Ruggles • Dec. 3, 2024

Volvo sells 30% stake of Lynx & Co. to Zeekr

The automaker’s equity was valued at $747.4 million and the divestment is part of a new ownership structure for the jointly operated brand.

By Eric Walz • Dec. 3, 2024

Public Fast-Charging Fees Not Reflecting Falling Electricity Prices in U.K., Says RAC

Motorist advocacy group highlights how public charging networks are not passing along lower wholesale energy prices, punishing owners without home charging and those on long journeys.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 3, 2024

Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Dec. 2

Tavares Out at Stellantis; BYD On Track to Be 4th Largest Automaker In 2025; Toyota Upgrades the Supra

Dec. 2, 2024

Stellantis CEO Out Amid Friction With Board, Dealers

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares resigns a year early amid poor results, plant closures and disputes with his board and U.S. dealers.

By David Kiley and Nancy Dunham • Dec. 2, 2024

WardsAuto Podcast: Inside the 2025 NACTOY Awards

The North American Car and Truck of the Year Awards are arguably the most prestigious vehicle awards in the auto industry. WardsAuto Contributing Editor Drew Winter, a juror, takes listeners inside the award process and discusses finalists and projected winners with host David Kiley.

By WardsAuto Staff • Dec. 2, 2024

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares resigns

The departure of the automaker’s CEO follows a wave of executive turnover this year amid significant sales declines in North America. 

By Eric Walz • Dec. 2, 2024

Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Nov. 27

U.K. Backs Off BEV Mandate; BYD Could Slash Prices Even More; The Fastest Charging BEVs

Nov. 27, 2024

Volkswagen Pulls out of Controversial Chinese Factory Facing Forced Labor Claims

Alleged human rights abuses are just one headache the automaker wants to sidestep as it faces other huge commercial challenges.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 27, 2024

Trump taps Jamieson Greer as USTR

The international trade lawyer would lead the agency as the new administration embarks on an aggressive tariff agenda against China and other countries. 

By Kate Magill • Nov. 27, 2024

Maserati taps ex-Lucid exec as North America GM

Andrea Soriani, former VP of marketing at the EV maker, is returning to the luxury auto manufacturer after seven years.

By Haley Cawthon • Nov. 27, 2024

Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Nov. 26

GM & Hyundai Consider Joint Pickups; Trump Promises Widespread Tariffs; Only Tesla Meets EU CO2 Standards

Nov. 26, 2024

Rivian lands $6.6B loan from the Department of Energy

The funds will help revive construction of the company’s electric vehicle factory in Georgia.

By Larry Avila • Updated Jan. 17, 2025

Many car owners with loans are struggling: JD Power

A survey of more than 11,000 consumers found 1% of those at financial risk had enough savings to cover six months of living expenses. 

By Kalena Thomhave • Nov. 26, 2024

Trump calls for 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico

The president-elect also called for additional 10% tariffs on imports from China as part of his day one White House plans. 

By Phil Neuffer • Updated Nov. 26, 2024

Toyota North America’s VP of quality to retire

Kent Rice currently oversees the automaker’s development, deployment and management of the quality systems and policies within the company’s operations.

By Eric Walz • Nov. 25, 2024

BMW’s US footprint may protect it from tariff impacts, CEO says

CEO Oliver Zipse said 65% of the company’s cars sold in the U.S. are locally made.

By Larry Avila • Nov. 25, 2024

Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Nov. 22

Volkswagen Strike Becoming More Likely; Northvolt Files for Bankruptcy; Ram Reconsiders Mexico Expansion

Nov. 22, 2024

Volkswagen names Rivian exec as its North America CEO

Kjell Gruner takes over Dec. 12 for Pablo Di Si, who stepped down from the post, according to the company. 

By Larry Avila • Nov. 22, 2024

BorgWarner CEO to retire, successor named

Frédéric Lissalde has been in the top leadership role since 2018. Now, he will hand the reins to Joseph Fadool.

By Haley Cawthon • Nov. 22, 2024