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    Amid Copious Vehicle Features, OEMs Need a New CX Strategy

    OEMs are constantly adding new features to their vehicles, but there’s not a lot of evidence consumers want all these new options – and some pretty solid evidence many consumers don’t.

    By Parrish Hanna • May 10, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for May 9

    Toyota Might Have Hybrid Problem in China; U.S. Could Ban Chinese Connected Cars; Ford Backing Off EU EV Plans

    May 9, 2024
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    Automotive Manufacturing

    Production strategies are changing rapidly as tariffs and shifts in consumer buying patterns affect the industry.

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    Nissan Looks to U.S. for 2024 Profits Hike

    Challenges in China should be offset by growth in North American markets, automaker says.

    By May 9, 2024
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    Fed likely to hold rates high before cutting twice in Q4: Conference Board

    Central bank officials this week have signaled that strength in hiring and economic growth may prompt the Fed to keep interest rates high longer than previously expected.

    By Jim Tyson • May 9, 2024
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    Auto retail sales benefit from tax season: Cox Automotive

    Used vehicle supply fell to its lowest level in the past year after a spring buying surge.

    By Kalena Thomhave • May 9, 2024
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    BEV Startups Burning Cash and Hopes

    Electric-vehicle startups Rivian, Lucid and Fisker continue to burn cash at a rapid rate as sales and brand awareness remain elusive.

    By David Kiley • May 8, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for May 8

    Toyota Posts Record Profits; Rivian Loses Nearly $40,000 Per Vehicle Sold; Tesla Buys $2 Million Worth of Lidar In Q1

    May 8, 2024
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    Automakers get more flexibility as US finalizes EV tax credit rules

    Electric vehicle makers have been racing to shift their supply chains to qualify for the credit. The latest changes give them more time.

    By May 8, 2024
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    UAW Local 869 votes to authorize strike at Stellantis plant

    The union has put the automaker on notice as workers claim it has failed to address health and safety grievances at the Michigan facility.

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

    Could Lucid Run Out of Money?; NIO Launching Affordable Brands in Europe; CATL Wants to License Tech to Others

    May 7, 2024
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    Rivian hires former Volvo Cars exec as next COO

    Javier Varela will be central to the company’s growth and profitability as it prepares to launch new electric vehicles.

    By May 6, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for May 6

    EVs Put Dent in Gasoline Demand; U.S. Updates EV Tax Credit Rules, More Eligible; France Boosts EV Sales Targets

    May 6, 2024
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    Fisker names chief restructuring officer

    The ailing company’s board appointed John DiDonato, managing director of Huron Consulting Group, to the role last month as it attempts to stave off bankruptcy.

    By Kalena Thomhave • May 3, 2024
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    Ford recalls nearly 243K Maverick pickups for tail light issue

    The company has issued a total of 23 separate recalls across its model lineup since January.

    By May 3, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for May 3

    U.S. New Car Sales Drop in April; Audi’s Q1 Profits Plunge; Ferrari Launches New V12 Powered Cars

    May 3, 2024
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    How Mexico’s presidential candidates expect to leverage nearshoring

    Modernizing border crossings, improving legal certainty and improving roads and rail networks were among the ideas candidates raised during a presidential debate.

    By May 3, 2024
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    Why VW’s Q1 profits fell 20% despite higher deliveries

    The company blamed lower-than-anticipated global sales and its investments in launching new electrified models.

    By May 3, 2024
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    Toyota Motor North America creates COO, CSO roles

    EVPs Jack Hollis and Chris Reynolds are taking on additional responsibilities as part of the new assignments.

    By Haley Cawthon • May 2, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for May 2

    Tesla Gives Up on Massive Gigacasting; Recalls Nearly Hit Record; Cadillac Backs Off EV-Only Lineup

    May 2, 2024
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    Uber Facing $312 Million Claim by London Black Cabbies

    Claims lodged that ride-hail giant misled regulators over its app to gain a taxi license in the British capital.

    By May 2, 2024
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    Rivian reaffirms plans for $5B Georgia EV plant despite construction pause

    The electric carmaker emphasized its intention to continue limited site development activity during the pause period, according to a company letter.

    By Sebastian Obando • May 1, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for May 1

    Hybrids Outpace EVs In California In Q1; Aston Martin Not Dropping V12 Engines; China Launches “Cash for Clunkers” Program

    May 1, 2024
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    UAW members at Stellantis plant to vote on strike authorization

    The union claims the automaker has failed to resolve health and safety grievances at the Michigan plant.

    By Haley Cawthon • May 1, 2024
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    [TEST -Video Ver.] Autoline Daily for April 30, 2024

    New Rule Makes Auto Braking Standard; Tesla Cuts Headcount Even More; Tough Q1 for EU Automakers

    April 30, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for April 30

    New Rule Makes Auto Braking Standard; Tesla Cuts Headcount Even More; Tough Q1 for EU Automakers

    April 30, 2024