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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 -
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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 Eric Walz • 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 Paul Myles • 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 Eric Walz • 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 Paul Myles • 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 Eric Walz • 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 Eric Walz • 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 Paul Myles • 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 Eric Walz • June 27, 2024 -
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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 Paul Myles • 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 -
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Volkswagen invests $1B in Rivian with plans for a joint venture
The new, equally-controlled business will focus on developing a next-generation electrical/electronic architecture for EVs.
By Haley Cawthon • June 25, 2024 -
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Toyota recalls 145,000 SUVs for airbag fault
The driver's side-curtain airbag of 2024 Grand Highlander and Lexus TX SUVs may not deploy as intended.
By Eric Walz • June 25, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for June 24
China to EU: Drop Tariffs…Or Else; China Car Exports Up 26% In 2024; Ford, Rivian & Hyundai EVs Tackle Pikes Peak
June 24, 2024 -
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Rolls-Royce Gets CATL’s Latest Energy Storage Tech
Chinese battery giant claims 20-year lifecycle for new battery technology with no degradation within first five years.
By Paul Myles • June 24, 2024 -
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Russian Auto Dealers Clash With Chinese Manufacturers
Beset by the exodus of Western, Japanese and Korean manufacturers following Vladamir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, Russian auto dealers are now complaining that Chinese automakers are taking advantage of their dominance of the market by requiring them to buy more vehicles than they can sell.
By Eugene Gerden • June 24, 2024 -
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Toyota plans new drivetrain parts facility in Texas
The automaker is investing $531 million to add a 500,000-square-foot plant to its San Antonio campus.
By Haley Cawthon • June 21, 2024 -
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Stellantis Starts Chinese BEV Assembly in Europe, Analysts Claim
Leapmotor managers tell analysts that Stellantis's Polish plant is now assembling its first BEV targeting European sales while sidestepping proposed tariffs.
By Paul Myles • June 21, 2024 -
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Ultium Cells workers ratify UAW contract
The General Motors supplier will pay workers $35 an hour by October 2027 under the ratified deal.
By Haley Cawthon • June 21, 2024
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