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  • Mamatha Chamarthi delivers a closing keynote at a media event in Nov. 2018.
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    Stellantis’ chief software business officer departs

    The move is the latest in a number of high-profile executive exits from the automaker this year.

    By July 9, 2024
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    Embracing the AI Future of Fleet Management

    Using a fleet-specific large language model connects people, data and workflows together for improved business performance.

    By Kobi Eisenberg • July 9, 2024
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    Trendline

    Automotive Cybersecurity

    Automotive Dive Trendline on Cybersecurity

    By WardsAuto staff
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for July 8

    Legacy Suppliers Key to Tesla 48v System; Renault Pioneers Pouch-To-Pack Tech; EVs & Hybrids Up Strong in U.S.

    July 8, 2024
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    Honda incentivizes new fuel cell CR-V

    The automaker is offering up to $30,000 in hydrogen credits to lease the vehicle, which is the first to use a new fuel cell module co-developed with GM.

    By July 8, 2024
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    Sonic Automotive’s sales dip as CDK cyberattack causes material impact

    The company reported ongoing service disruptions and said vehicle sales declined after an attack on a third-party vendor.

    By Matt Kapko • July 8, 2024
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    Volvo Reports June Sales Hike Despite U.S. Dealers’ Cyberattack

    Automaker's global sales up despite operations shutdown among U.S. dealers and stiff domestic competition in China.

    By July 8, 2024
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    GM subsidiary withdraws ILC charter application

    If the application had been approved, it would have marked a return to the industrial loan company format for the automaker.

    By Rajashree Chakravarty • July 8, 2024
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    Not Enough Copper to Support EV Transition, Study Says

    An EV requires three to five times as much copper as an internal-combustion-engine vehicle – not to mention the copper required for upgrades to the electrical grid.

    By Joseph Szczesny • July 8, 2024
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    Infiniti Leads iSpot’s Latest Ranking of Most-Seen Auto TV Ads

    Viewers considered the 2025 QX80 spot “upscale” and “cinematic,” according to iSpot’s Creative Assessment.

    By WardsAuto Staff • July 5, 2024
  • Two Employees at the Warren Assembly Plant install the wire harness in the all-new Wagoneer on the assembly line.
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    Stellantis temporarily cuts production at 2 plants amid sales woes

    The automaker is temporarily laying off 1,600 workers in Michigan as vehicle inventories grow.

    By July 3, 2024
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    CDK eyes service restoration for all car dealers by Fourth of July

     A systemwide outage following a cyberattack has impacted more than 15,000 car dealers since June 19.

    By Matt Kapko • July 2, 2024
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    McLaren Warns U.K. Could Miss Out on Electrified Supercar Opportunity

    Supercar manufacturer's CEO says Britain has a big opportunity in electrified performance powertrains if battery supplies are domestically produced.

    By July 2, 2024
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    BMW of North America names new CFO

    Andreas Kindler is replacing Raymond Wittmann, who is relocating to Munich to lead the automaker’s corporate strategy division.

    By July 2, 2024
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    Manufacturing is ‘stuck’: June PMI

    Caution continues to run through the industry as manufacturers hesitate to spend on labor and production with interest rates still high.

    By Kate Magill • July 2, 2024
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    Podcast

    WardsAuto Podcast: Cybersecurity is Job One with SDVs

    Cyber-hacking of software-defined vehicles (SDVs) is a significant concern due to the potential consequences for safety, privacy and security.

    July 1, 2024
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    Volvo to Dump Most of its Shares in Struggling Polestar

    Future looks uncertain for premium BEV maker as losses mount amid a cut in asset values.

    By July 1, 2024
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    Porsche Cars North America names new COO

    John Capella is joining from Porsche Cars Canada, and replacing longtime executive Joe Lawrence.

    By July 1, 2024
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    Ram Trucks, Jeep Celebrate Summer, Sales With New TV Spots

    “Make The Most” ads from Ram Trucks and Jeep score higher-than-average brand recognition, according to consumers surveyed.

    By WardsAuto Staff • June 28, 2024
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    Ford to develop EVs at new California facility

    The Long Beach campus will open next year and house the automaker’s recently built skunkworks team.

    By June 28, 2024
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    Mobileye Joins L4 Autonomous Shuttle Trials in Germany

    Autonomous software specialist enters trials with Germany's state-owned public transport provider.

    By June 27, 2024
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    GM names Marc Whitten CEO of Cruise

    The new chief will take over the robotaxi company as it prepares to restart operations after a months-long suspension and series of executive shake-ups.

    By June 27, 2024
  • Tesla co-founder Elon Musk speaks at the Milken Institute's Global Conference May 6, 2024 in Beverly Hills, Calif.
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    Tesla heads back to court still hoping to pay CEO Elon Musk billions

    The EV maker is hoping that a second shareholder approval of Musk’s record compensation package will influence a Delaware court.

    By Justin Bachman • June 27, 2024
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    Castrol Dips an Oily Toe in Electric Scooter World

    Lubricant company invests big into expanding Taiwan micro-mobility network with its battery-swap technology.

    By June 26, 2024
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    BMW invests $200M in new US press shop

    The automaker has expanded its operations in Spartanburg, South Carolina, ahead of the launch of the new BMW X3.

    By Haley Cawthon • June 26, 2024
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    Stellantis looks to new leaders for North American comeback

    Jeep, Dodge and Ram have new leaders after a series of high-profile departures from the automaker.

    By Haley Cawthon • June 25, 2024