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    Ford Pro Offsetting EV and Pickup Declines in Q1

    Ford’s first-quarter earnings drop from a year ago, but still manage to beat Wall Street forecasts by overachieving on commercial vehicles and software services.

    By David Kiley • April 25, 2024
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    Hybrids and BEVs Drive Record Sales for Volvo Cars

    Nearly half of the brand's global vehicle sales comprised PHEV- and BEV-powertrain cars in first-quarter 2024.

    By April 25, 2024
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    Automotive Dive Trendline on Cybersecurity

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    Facing pricing pressure, Ford takes big loss on EVs

    CEO Jim Farley called the segment a “huge drag” on the automaker and the industry overall.

    By Haley Cawthon • April 25, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for April 24

    Tesla’s Stock Up Despite Q1 Earnings Drop; Mercedes Reveals All-Electric G-Class; Subaru Axes Legacy from Lineup

    April 24, 2024
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    GM aims to build up to 300K EVs in 2024

    The automaker anticipates that new electric vehicle launches will help it achieve its ambitious sales targets in 2024.

    By April 24, 2024
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    Tesla accelerates launch of new models

    The EV maker said production for a new vehicle lineup will start months earlier than originally announced and include a more affordable model.

    By Haley Cawthon • April 23, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for April 23

    Most Americans Open to Chinese EVs; Tesla Has Lowest Repair Costs; Kia Reveals All-New Global Pickup

    April 23, 2024
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    GM Claims Profitability Despite Q1 China, BEV Losses

    Chairman and CEO Mary Barra says GM is preparing to launch several new vehicles that will bolster its position in China and expects to become profitable again in second-quarter 2024.

    By Joseph Szczesny • April 23, 2024
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    Stellantis shareholders approve CEO compensation boost

    Carlos Tavares’ total compensation was nearly $39.5 million last year, a 56% year-over-year increase.

    By Haley Cawthon • April 23, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for April 22

    VW Workers Vote to Join UAW; Tesla Slashes Model 3, Y & FSD Prices; BYD Names New Pickup the Shark

    April 22, 2024
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    HR leaders well positioned to fight age bias, staffing exec says

    Older workers responding to a survey said age would hurt their chances at a new job. 

    By Kate Tornone • April 22, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for April 19

    Nissan Cuts Sales & Profit Forecast; Republican States Sue EPA Over Emissions Rules; Toyota Highlander Going All-Electric

    April 19, 2024
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    Ram Trucks Leads Latest Ranking of Most-Seen Auto TV Ads

    A spot promoting Ram Truck Month received 175.1 million national TV ad impressions from April 8-14, per iSpot.tv.

    By WardsAuto Staff • April 19, 2024
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    Honda details progress on Ohio EV hub

    The automaker is retooling facilities in Marysville, Anna and East Liberty, Ohio.

    By April 18, 2024
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    Ford, GM, Honda collaborate on standardized Scope 3 emissions reporting

    A new supplier questionnaire can streamline how suppliers report on climate goals and consumption.

    By S.L. Fuller • April 18, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for April 18

    U.S. Fast Charging Network Growing Fast; Mexico Facing U.S. Pressure Over Chinese EVs; New Toyota Camry Goes Hybrid Only

    April 18, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for April 17

    Tesla Market Cap Drops Below $500 Billion; GM Launches PHEVs In China; Boston Dynamics Unveils New Humanoid Robot

    April 17, 2024
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    Why aren’t more women joining automotive manufacturing?

    As gender diversity remains an industry challenge, experts say companies can help tackle the problem by expanding childcare options and prioritizing career development and mentorship. 

    By Megan Ruggles • April 17, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for April 16

    Alfa Forced to Change New CUV Name; Key Leader Leaving Tesla; Stellantis Battles Suppliers

    April 16, 2024
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    BMW, Rimac Technology to co-produce battery tech for EVs

    The electric vehicle technology company expects the partnership — its largest and most ambitious yet — will help it become a high-volume Tier 1 automotive supplier.

    By April 16, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for April 15

    Tesla Axes 10% Of Workforce, Slashes FSD Price; UAW Votes at VW This Week; Magna to Test Humanoid Robots

    April 15, 2024
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    Tesla to cut 10% of global workforce: reports

    CEO Elon Musk cited the company’s push for cost reduction and existence of duplicative roles as reasons for the layoffs.

    By April 15, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for April 12

    Study: BYD Received $3.7 Billion In Subsidies; Chinese EVs Piling Up in EU Ports; India States Try to Lure Tesla Plant

    April 12, 2024
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    Jeep Promises ‘Room for the Unexpected’ in Most-Seen Auto TV Ad

    A spot for the Grand Cherokee racked up 220.8 million national TV ad impressions from April 1-7, per iSpot.tv.

    By WardsAuto Staff • April 12, 2024
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    BMW, Tata Technologies to collaborate on software-defined vehicles

    The deal adds to a trend of automakers seeking out external tech expertise to help develop next-generation vehicles.

    By April 12, 2024