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Catalytic Converter ‘Cleanser’ Restores Emissions Systems, Saves Money
Tech company says there’s no need to replace failing catalytic converters if they can be effectively cleansed.
By Gary Witzenburg • May 23, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for May 22
Average U.S. Car Now 12.6 Years Old; Ford Tells Dealers to Halt EV Investments; BYD Launches Double-Decker Bus in London
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Stellantis Attacks BEV Tariffs and Admits It’s Joining Chinese ‘Offensive’
Stellantis CEO says tariffs on Chinese imports won't help automakers attack low-cost BEV options.
By Paul Myles • May 22, 2024 -
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BMW imported cars to the US using parts from banned supplier: Senate report
The automaker shipped at least 8,000 Mini Coopers that used components from a company based in China's Xinjiang region.
By Haley Cawthon • May 22, 2024 -
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Cox Study Shows Big Opportunities to Educate EV Buyers
A new Cox Automotive study shows that dealers and automakers can help car shoppers feel more at ease with EV ownership with better and greater levels of education.
By David Kiley • May 22, 2024 -
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HR leaders can play a critical role in guiding skills-based transformation
Companies should meet several fundamental conditions before moving along the spectrum of skills-based hiring, McLean & Co. says.
By Carolyn Crist • May 22, 2024 -
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GM China names new president to lead growth strategies
Julian Blissett, president of GM China, has decided to retire after a 28-year career with the automaker.
By Haley Cawthon • May 22, 2024 -
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Podcast
WardsAuto Podcast: Cox Automotive’s Vanessa Ton on EVs
A new Cox Automotive study shows what auto shoppers in two categories – Considerers and Skeptics – are waiting for before buying an EV.
By Wards Staff • May 21, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for May 21
Tesla Model 2 Coming in 20 Months; Toyota Planning PHEV Tundra and Sequoia?; China Increases Dominance of EV Raw Materials
May 21, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for May 16
Cybertruck Outsells Rivian 2:1; Hybrid Sales Soar While BEVs Sputter; Nio Launches New Brand, Targets Tesla
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Subaru teams up with Toyota to mitigate EV ‘risks’
The two automakers will jointly develop four battery electric SUVs by the end of 2026.
By Haley Cawthon • May 21, 2024 -
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Mercedes-Benz workers in Alabama vote against joining UAW
UAW President Shawn Fain said what happens next is up to the workers.
By Haley Cawthon • May 20, 2024 -
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Stellantis names new leaders for Dodge, Ram
The executive appointments come as the automaker prepares to launch new vehicles, including a battery-powered Ram pickup later this year.
By Eric Walz • May 20, 2024 -
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UAW Plots Next Steps After Tough Loss in Alabama
The United Auto Workers is looking at the options for recruiting new members at auto factories in the Southeast after the union’s organizing loss at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Vance, AL, last week.The UAW is vowing the broad organization drive, targeting 13 different companies, will continue desp...
By Joseph Szczesny • May 20, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for May 20
Mercedes Workers Reject the UAW; BYD Workers Strike Over $5,000/Year Pay; Tesla EU Sales Are 44% Fleet
May 20, 2024 -
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Freewire Technologies on the verge of terminating operations
The EV charging supplier, which already pulled out of non-North American markets in February, is seeking funding amid financial challenges.
By Brett Dworski • May 17, 2024 -
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Industry leaders react to tariff hikes on China-made goods
“Automakers embrace fair competition. We’re not shrinking from it, but China’s EV overcapacity and subsidy issue is real," said Alliance for Automotive Innovation President and CEO John Bozzella.
By Phil Neuffer • May 17, 2024 -
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Automakers Harness Sports Programming With Latest Most-Seen TV Ads
News is providing a budget-friendly option to deliver wide reach.
By WAW Staff • May 16, 2024 -
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Inside Honda’s updated multibillion-dollar electrification strategy
The massive investments will be used to establish a comprehensive electric vehicle value chain.
By Eric Walz • May 16, 2024 -
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Mercedes-Benz Q1 profits down nearly 30%
The automaker attributed lower volumes to product transitions and supply chain bottlenecks.
By Haley Cawthon • May 16, 2024 -
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Stellantis’ volumes nearly 100K less in Q1. Here’s where production was cut.
The automaker expects production of next-generation vehicles to ramp up “significantly” in the second half of 2024.
By Haley Cawthon • May 15, 2024 -
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Honda banks on hybrid profits to fund EV transition
The automaker announced it will increase R&D spending by almost 25% over the next year to gain a competitive advantage in the hybrid vehicle segment.
By Eric Walz • May 15, 2024 -
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The Subprime Also Rises
Subprime originations climb but so do overdue accounts, reports the New York Fed.
By Jim Henry • May 15, 2024 -
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Aiways Shifts Sales Focus to Europe to Escape Chinese Price War
The Chinese automaker plans a Nasdaq listing via a merger with a SPAC by year’s end.
By Greg Kable • May 15, 2024 -
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Startup Sees Salvation in External-Combustion Engine
Hyliion’s proprietary flameless oxidation means the Karno emits minimal amounts of carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxides (NOx). Depending on the fuel used, the Karno can have practically zero emissions.
By Alan Adler • May 15, 2024
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