Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for Sept. 22

Truck Sales Bad Sign for U.S. Economy; Nissan Developing FSD-Like System; California Can’t Afford Its Own EV Rebate

Sept. 22, 2025

Nissan continues to shuffle global leadership

The automaker appointed a new chairperson to oversee its operations in Africa, the Middle East, India, Europe and Oceania to help accelerate its turnaround.

By Larry Avila • Sept. 22, 2025

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Automotive Manufacturing

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

By WardsAuto staff

Magna names chief financial officer

The automotive supplier said Philip Fracassa’s operational experience will help the company to drive growth.

By Larry Avila • Sept. 22, 2025

Nissan names US marketing and sales leader

Michael Soutter has served a variety of executive roles with the company over the last decade.

By Larry Avila • Sept. 22, 2025

Pilot, GM surpass 200 EV charging sites

The partnership, which originated in 2022, has resulted in nearly 850 charging stalls in nearly 40 states.

By Jessica Loder • Sept. 22, 2025

Regional manufacturing: The future of a resilient industry

Regional manufacturing turns disruption into resilience—and a lasting competitive edge.

By Doug Brenneke • Sept. 22, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for Sept. 19

VW Starts Passing Tariff Costs to Consumers; Tier 1s Need Junk Bonds to Raise Capital; XPeng Says L4 Is Easier Than L2

Sept. 19, 2025

Lexus tops most-seen luxury auto TV ad ranking

A spot for the Lexus TX racked up 116.3 million national TV ad impressions for Sept. 8-14, per iSpot.

By Wards Staff • Sept. 19, 2025

Trump administration ponders adjusting scope of auto part, steel and China tariffs

Federal agencies are reviewing whether to expand the list of goods covered by levies enacted under Section 232 and 301.

By Phil Neuffer • Sept. 19, 2025

Hyundai aims to double hybrid lineup, launch mid-size pickup

The automaker remains committed to selling 3.3 million electrified vehicles by 2030.

By Christie Schweinsberg | WardsAuto • Sept. 19, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for Sept. 18

Range Extended EVs Gain Momentum Worldwide; U.S. Frees Up EV Charger Money; Porsche Goes Straight From Digital to Mass Production

Sept. 18, 2025

East-West race, digital transformation comes into focus in Munich

Analysts from WardsAuto’s sister company Omdia (formerly Wards Intelligence) reveal some key takeaways from IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Europe’s largest auto show.

By Wards Intelligence/Omdia Staff • Sept. 18, 2025

Dow, Gruppo Fiori develop new way to recycle car seat foam without vehicle dismantling

The breakthrough supports a more sustainable, circular automotive supply chain, the companies said.

By Kalena Thomhave • Sept. 18, 2025

Fed trims main rate by quarter-point, forecasts two more cuts this year

Policymakers reduced borrowing costs for the first time in 2025 as concerns about a decline in hiring prompted them to put on hold efforts to curb inflation to their 2% target.

By Jim Tyson • Updated Sept. 17, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for Sept. 17

Overcapacity Is Killing China’s Auto Industry; U.S. BEV Registrations Up 6% In July; Rivan Breaks Ground on Georgia Plant

Sept. 17, 2025

Lear taps Palantir software for manufacturing operations

The Tier 1 seat supplier will use the AI-powered platform for 5 years as it looks to accelerate industrial automation.

By Eric Walz • Sept. 17, 2025

US kicks off consultation process for USMCA review

Shippers have 45 days to submit comments evaluating the free trade agreement governing cross-border trade between the U.S., Mexico and Canada.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 16, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for September 16

EV Battery Prices Could Drop 50% From 2023; Mexico Tariffs Hurt GM the Most; JLR Still Crippled by Cyber Attack

Sept. 16, 2025

UP, NS intermodal service to connect western, southern markets

The railroad service aims to offer truck-competitive transit times for multiple industries, including automotive and consumer goods.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 16, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for September 15

Ram Cancels Its Electric Truck; Tesla Boosts Production in Germany

Sept. 15, 2025

Subaru drivers report satisfaction with attention support tech

Nearly 9 in 10 owners always or mostly use the company's DriverFocus feature designed to combat distracted driving, according to the IIHS.

By Kalena Thomhave • Sept. 15, 2025

Ford to open new HQ, demolish iconic ‘Glass House’

The site in Dearborn, Michigan, has served as the center of the automaker’s global operations since 1956.

By Eric Walz • Sept. 15, 2025

Consumer confidence falls on dimming outlook for labor market

“After months of a frozen job market with little hiring outside of healthcare, people now see more industries turning to layoffs,” Navy Federal Credit Union Chief Economist Heather Long said.

By Jim Tyson • Sept. 15, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for Sept. 12

Canada Could Open the Door to Chinese EVs; Magna to Build Chinese EVs At Steyr; SEC Drops Case Against Trevor Milton

Sept. 12, 2025

Football Delivers Notable Reach for Latest Most-Seen Non-Luxury Auto TV Ads

With 115.7 million national TV ad impressions, a Honda commercial leads iSpot’s ranking for Sept. 1-7.

Sept. 12, 2025