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    Dodge’s ‘Last Call’ No.1 Among Most-Seen Auto TV Ads

    GMC is the most-seen brand on the chart, with two spots that garnered a combined 353.8 million national TV ad impressions.

    By WardsAuto Staff • March 29, 2024
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    The Lesson U.S. Automakers Need to Learn From Tech

    In an industry being transformed by electrification and connectivity, technology is a key driver of growth and a technology branding strategy is foundational.

    By Kennedy Placek and Jon Schleuning • March 29, 2024
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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
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    How auto supply chain managers can navigate the Baltimore port stoppages

    Automakers and suppliers should consider alternative port assessments and review their contracts and obligations, experts say.

    By Kelly Stroh • March 29, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for March 28

    BYD Spends More Than GM & Ford Together; Fisker Slashes Prices Up to $24K; Baltimore Bridge Collapse Impacts Car Shipping

    March 28, 2024
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    BMW supplier investing $1.5B to expand South Carolina operations

    AESC is adding a second battery factory at the site, which will supply the automaker's EV assembly facility in Mexico.

    By Sara Samora • March 28, 2024
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    Hyundai to invest billions in South Korea to boost EV production

    The automaker will also advance the development of software-defined vehicles and other technologies.

    By Michael Brady • March 28, 2024
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    GM loses 2 more execs as software shakeup continues

    The resignations come just two weeks after the automaker’s software and services head left the company.

    By March 28, 2024
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    US new vehicle sales to grow 4.5% YoY in March: Cox Automotive

    Sales are on pace for a seasonally adjusted annual rate of nearly 15.5 million units in 2024, according to a new forecast.

    By Michael Brady • March 28, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for March 27

    Hyundai Invests $51 Billion In EVs & SDVs; BYD’s 2023 Earnings Soar; JD Power: EV Owners Not Happy with Tire Wear

    March 27, 2024
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    Automakers reroute shipments after Baltimore bridge collapse

    The port, one of the U.S.'s largest for handling auto and light vehicles, saw a record 847,158 cars and light trucks in 2023, according to the Maryland Port Administration.

    By Kate Magill • March 27, 2024
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    Nissan shakes up leadership in North America

    The automaker is preparing to ramp up EV production in the U.S.

    By March 26, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for March 26

    Tesla Owners Get Free FSD For a Month; Fisker Headed Toward Bankruptcy; VW Developing Performance EVs

    March 26, 2024
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    Nissan’s new EV plan aims for significant cost reduction

    ‘The Arc’ plan includes launching new EVs, manufacturing improvements and the adoption of new technologies to boost global sales.

    By , Michael Brady • March 26, 2024
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    Driving Revenue: Unlocking Opportunities in Connected Cars

    Connectivity opens up revenue opportunities from subscription-based services. These services redefine the driving experience by introducing capabilities that go beyond the reach of traditional in-car entertainment.

    By Shahar Bin-Nun • March 26, 2024
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    VW plant in Tennessee to hold UAW vote in April

    It’s the first nonunion auto plant to hold a United Auto Workers election since the union won major concessions from the Detroit Three automakers last fall, according to the UAW.

    By Michael Brady • March 25, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for March 25

    China’s IM Motors Claims First Solid State Battery; EV Battery Warranty Should Be 15 Years; McLaren Now Owned by Bahrain

    March 25, 2024
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    Fisker’s future in doubt after deal with major automaker falls through

    The fledgling automaker had reportedly been in talks with Nissan Motor Corp.

    By Michael Brady • March 25, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for March 22

    Spain’s Cupra To Enter U.S. Market; Tesla Cuts Production in China; U.S. March Sales Expected to Grow 12%

    March 22, 2024
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    Stellantis to lay off 2% of its nonunion US employees

    The layoffs are part of long-term cost-cutting efforts and will affect engineering and software roles.

    By March 22, 2024
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    Hyundai Hopes to ‘Add More Joy’ in Most-Seen Auto TV Ad

    Men’s college basketball was key in delivering impressions for each of the top five auto commercials.

    By WardsAuto Staff • March 22, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for March 21

    BEVs Far Cleaner Than ICE; Tesla Berlin Workers Deny Union Full Control; BMW Neue Klasse Cuts Pack Cost in Half

    March 21, 2024
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    GKN Automotive to shutter North Carolina facility

    The closure, part of the auto parts maker's reorganization plan, will impact 247 workers.

    By Sara Samora • March 21, 2024
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    Russian Automotive Fleet Rapidly Aging

    As the fleet ages more accidents are occurring on Russian roads because of technical faults and malfunctions.

    By Eugene Gerden • March 21, 2024
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    Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for March 20

    Shell Dumping Gas Stations for EV Charging Network; NEVs About to Hit 50% Market Share in China; German Auto Industry to Lose 100,000 Jobs

    March 20, 2024
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    EPA softens vehicle emissions standards in win for automakers

    The final rule steadily tightens the requirements, giving automakers more time to ramp up EV sales.

    By Michael Brady • March 20, 2024