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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 -
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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 -
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Production strategies are changing rapidly as tariffs and shifts in consumer buying patterns affect the industry.
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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 -
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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 -
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Ram Trucks’ “Blessed” on a Winning Streak for Auto TV Ad Reach
Subaru is the most-seen brand on iSpot.tv’s ranking, with two spots that received a combined 217 million national TV ad impressions from Nov. 11-17.
By Wards Staff • Nov. 21, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Nov. 21
Ford Making Big Cuts in Europe; EV Sales Could Drop 27% Without Credits; VW Strike Looks More Likely
Nov. 21, 2024 -
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Ford reassigns hundreds in Michigan as it adjusts Bronco production
The automaker is balancing inventory as it heads into next year’s model launches, a spokesperson said.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 21, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Nov. 20
VW Union Offers $1.6 Billion In Cuts; Exxon & LG Sign U.S. Lithium Deal; Stellantis Shows Off New Platform
Nov. 20, 2024 -
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VW Jammed Up Again in U.S. Over Unrealistic Expectations
Volkswagen of America replaces its CEO after just 26 months as the German automaker struggles with EV transition and unreasonable sales expectations.
By David Kiley • Nov. 20, 2024 -
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GM cuts hundreds of jobs across the globe
The layoffs will impact UAW workers and the automaker’s Michigan tech center.
By Larry Avila • Nov. 20, 2024 -
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Lucid opens Gravity orders in bid to reshape SUV market
The company will begin with production of the $94,900 Grand Touring trim, which has a range of over 440 miles.
By Haley Cawthon • Nov. 20, 2024 -
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Rivian CFO inks $3.5M trading plan as EV industry faces bumps
President-elect Trump will likely ax the tax credit on electric vehicles, which could significantly impact competition in the segment.
By Grace Noto • Nov. 20, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Nov. 19
EU Wants China OEMs to Transfer Tech; More EV Makers Could Turn Profit Soon; Trump Picks New Head of DoT
Nov. 19, 2024 -
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Microporous to build $1.4B Virginia battery separator plant
The company is set to receive up to $100 million in federal funds for the Danville facility.
By Sara Samora • Nov. 19, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Nov. 18
EV Makers Beg Trump Not to Ax EV Subsidies; Infiniti Dying in China; CATL Intros 2nd-Gen Sodium Battery
Nov. 18, 2024 -
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Honda weighs production pivot ahead of potential tariffs
The automaker is committed to ramping up U.S. electric vehicle production despite the incoming Trump administration's tariff threats, an executive said.
By Larry Avila • Nov. 18, 2024 -
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VW taps new head of manufacturing for Chattanooga factory
Henning Habicht will take over from Chris Glover, who will retire at the end of January after three years in the role.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 18, 2024 -
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Sponsored by YoozHow AP automation drives resilience in the automotive sector
Enhance automotive operations and cut costs by streamlining the process and improving accuracy.
By John Gronen • Nov. 18, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Nov. 15
Ford Fined $165 Million Over Backup Camera Recall; Trump to Kill $7,500 EV Tax Credit; Hyundai Promotes Munoz to CEO
Nov. 15, 2024 -
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Hyundai shakes up C-suite to drive growth
The global company made nine executive moves, including the promotion of presidents and CEOs to lead Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Corp.
By Larry Avila • Nov. 15, 2024 -
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Remote workers say they miss out on promotions — but they don’t want RTO
United Culture noted that employees continue to favor workplace flexibility, highlighting “a disconnect between what leaders and their employees want.”
By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 15, 2024 -
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Stellantis Commits to Maintaining Jobs, Vehicle Production in Italy
Automaker pledges support for Italian automotive industry despite a series of trading challenges including falling sales in Europe and profits drop as overproduction creates inventory surpluses in the U.S.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 15, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Nov. 14
Geely Merging Brands Together; Renault Thinks It Can Catch the Chinese; EVs Outpace Overall U.S. Market
Nov. 14, 2024 -
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Ram Trucks Harnesses Return of ‘Yellowstone’ to Achieve Notable Ad Reach
Reruns plus a new episode of the Paramount Network hit Yellowstone generated over 14% of the total national TV viewer impressions received by Ram Trucks’ No.1 auto ad, per iSpot.tv.
By Wards Staff • Nov. 14, 2024 -
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NHTSA probes 1.4M Honda vehicles for engine failures
The agency is assessing whether a connecting rod bearing issue was missed in a previous recall.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 14, 2024
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