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    EV adoption falls to its lowest point since 2021: JD Power

    Meanwhile, electric vehicles are more available than they’ve ever been.

    By Kalena Thomhave • June 13, 2024
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    UAW Infighting Draws Attention From Court-Appointed Monitor

    A report by the union's court-appointed monitor cites a “recent lapse in the UAW’s cooperation…as it pertains to the Union’s top-ranked officials.”

    By Joseph Szczesny • June 12, 2024
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    Automotive Cybersecurity

    Automotive Dive Trendline on Cybersecurity

    By WardsAuto staff
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Wednesday, June 12

    EU Slaps Up To 38% Tariff on Chinese EVs; Used EV Prices Now Below Used Gas Cars; GM Slashes EV Production Target

    June 12, 2024
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    Fleets Benefit from Third-Party and AI Data Services

    Truck makers agree their platforms can provide a better user experience with help from third-party and artificial intelligence inputs.

    By June 12, 2024
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    Former Honda SVP named CEO of Piston Group

    Mamadou Diallo will help manage the company’s overall performance, including financial management, planning and reporting.

    By Haley Cawthon • June 12, 2024
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    GM board approves $6B stock buyback

    It’s the automaker’s second major buyback following a $10 billion accelerated share repurchase announced in November.

    By June 12, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for June 11

    Justice Dept Investigates UAW’s Shawn Fain; Japan OEMs Losing S.E. Asia to China; BYD Breaks Into Top 10 Global Automakers

    June 11, 2024
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    European Decision on Chinese BEV Tariffs Expected This Week

    European trade regulator's accelerated investigation threatens early punitive vehicle tariffs against China.

    By June 11, 2024
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    BEV Aspirations Meet Reality: Hybrids Poised for Comeback

    Hybrids have a long history in the marketplace and a comfort factor with consumers that BEVs do not currently enjoy.

    By Rich Wainschel • June 11, 2024
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    Kia recalls up to 463K Telluride SUVs for seat motor fire risk

    The automaker’s safety engineers discovered a micro switch misalignment was causing continuous motor operation on some vehicles.

    By June 11, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for June 10

    Cadillac Considers a Hypercar; People Prefer EVs That Sound Like IC Engines; Elon Musk Channels His Inner Henry Ford

    June 10, 2024
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    Volvo May Sidestep Tariff Threat Switching BEV Production to Europe

    U.K. newspaper reports automaker considers moving EX30 and EX90 production to Belgium to avoid expected tariffs on Chinese products.

    By June 10, 2024
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    UAW reaches tentative agreement with Ultium Cells’ Ohio facility

    The deal includes increased wages for Lordstown workers, which most will see immediately upon ratification.

    By Haley Cawthon • June 10, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for June 7

    Rivian Makes Massive Upgrades to R1; 300-Mile BEVs Now Cheaper Than Average ICE; Stellantis Has Highest Profit Margin

    June 7, 2024
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    Genesis GV80 Spot Last Week’s Most-Seen Auto TV Ad

    The Genesis commercial was the only one in the May 27-June 2 ranking that ran during the NBA playoffs.

    By WardsAuto Staff • June 7, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for June 6

    Virginia Backs Out of California EV Mandate; Mercedes Dethrones Tesla with Profit/Car; ZF Packages Airbag Into Steering Wheel Rim

    June 6, 2024
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    Fixing engagement? Consider employee workload, report says

    Achieving optimal workload, however, isn’t just about eliminating work, said a McLean & Co. leader.

    By Carolyn Crist • June 6, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for June 5

    Ford’s EV & Hybrid Sales Up 65%; Manchin Urges Automakers to Sue Treasury Department; Stellantis Tells Suppliers to Cut Prices

    June 5, 2024
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    GM promotes 2 former Apple execs to lead its software organization

    The executive appointments come as the automaker aims to make software a core component of its vehicle and customer experience.

    By June 5, 2024
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    Hertz poaches Spirit Airlines CFO

    Less than a year after taking the permanent CFO seat, Alexandra Brooks is exiting the rental car company as it struggles to manage its bold EV bet.

    By Maura Webber Sadovi • June 5, 2024
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    Volvo is First to Market With BEV “Passport”

    Volvo Cars will be the first automaker to launch a production vehicle with a “battery passport” this year, the EX90, which informs customers and regulators where battery earth metals are sourced, and the carbon footprint of the vehicle.

    By David Kiley • June 5, 2024
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    Autoline Daily2024: Top Industry News for June 4

    Toyota Slowly Ramps Up EV Sales; U.S. Market Hits 16 Million SAAR; Great Wall Shuts German HQ

    June 4, 2024
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    Ford U.K. Managers Threaten Work-to-Rule in Pay Dispute

    Workers and management "angry" at pay offer while automaker announces huge profits.

    By June 4, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for June 3

    EV Vans Can Save €8,700/Yr In Fuel; UAW Leader Called "Election Denier."

    By Wards Staff • June 3, 2024
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    Podcast

    WardsAuto Podcast: Jeep Goes BEV

    Jeep, the iconic outdoor vehicle brand, is introducing its first all-electric SUV in late 2024.

    By David Kiley, Wards Staff • June 3, 2024