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Toyota investing $1.3B for EV production in Kentucky
The automaker will install a battery pack assembly line at the Kentucky plant and build a new three-row electric SUV for the U.S. market starting in 2025.
By Eric Walz • Feb. 8, 2024 -
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Ford created a secret team to build an affordable EV
The automaker plans to launch multiple EVs based on the platform as part of its revamped electrification strategy, CEO Jim Farley said.
By Eric Walz , Michael Brady • Feb. 8, 2024 -
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TrendlineAutomotive Manufacturing
Production strategies are changing rapidly as tariffs and shifts in consumer buying patterns affect the industry.
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UAW Closer to Organizing Auto Workers in South
While the UAW has said it seeks to organize all nonunion auto plants in the U.S., most of them in the South, VW Chattanooga may provide the union with its best opportunity.
By Joseph Szczesny • Feb. 8, 2024 -
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Most Volkswagen autoworkers in Tennessee want to join union, UAW says
With a majority of workers having signed union cards, the United Auto Workers lauded the moment as a positive sign for its industry unionization drive.
By Michael Brady • Feb. 7, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Feb. 7
UAW Claims +50% VW Workers Want A Union; Ford Earnings Decent But Not Great; Chrysler Adopts New Logo
Feb. 7, 2024 -
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Ford 2023 Profits Tempered by Electric-Vehicle Losses
John Lawler, Ford chief financial officer, says the company’s 2023 revenues grew 11% to $176 billion, marking Ford’s second consecutive year of double-digit growth. Net income improved year-over-year to $4.3 billion.
By Joseph Szczesny • Feb. 7, 2024 -
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Toyota reports strong earnings as hybrid sales boom
The automaker also raised its full-year guidance.
By Michael Brady • Feb. 7, 2024 -
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GM, LG Chem ink $19B cathode material supply deal
The South Korea-based chemical maker will supply the automaker with enough CAM to power five million EVs.
By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 7, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Feb. 6
Soaring Hybrid Sales Bring Toyota Record Profits; GM Says Dealers Will Make Money on EVs; Aston Wants 4th CEO in 4 Years
Feb. 6, 2024 -
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Energy Department opens battery R&D funds for sodium-ion
The $15.7 million will also go towards projects using smart manufacturing technologies to lower the cost of battery production.
By Joelle Anselmo • Feb. 6, 2024 -
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Volkswagen launches in-house AI company
The lab will create vehicle infotainment and navigation products, collaborating with tech companies across China, Europe and North America.
By Eric Walz • Feb. 6, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Feb. 5
Ford EV Sales Drop, Hybrids Soar; Geely Builds Starlink Competitor; Toyota To Manufacture H2 Electrolyzers
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Auto volumes surge at Northwest Seaport Alliance during 2023
The growth was fueled by Glovis America’s consolidation of its Kia and Hyundai business at the seaport and business from General Motors.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 5, 2024 -
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UAW drive gains momentum at Hyundai plant in Alabama
Autoworkers at the plant filed an unfair labor practice complaint against the company in December, alleging union-busting activities.
By Michael Brady • Feb. 5, 2024 -
Courtesy of Tesla Inc.
Tesla to update 2.2M vehicles in largest-ever recall
Federal regulators determined the vehicles' brake, park and anti-lock warning lights are too small.
By Eric Walz • Feb. 5, 2024 -
Courtesy of Mazda North America
January sales roundup: Automakers see annual gains, but Hyundai, Kia lag
Honda, Mazda and Subaru posted strong sales figures, avoiding a post-holiday slump.
By Michael Brady • Feb. 2, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Feb. 2
Toyota Bullish on PHEV Pickups, Not EVs; UAW Launches Organizing Drive at Hyundai; Tesla Recall Is Over Font Size
Feb. 2, 2024 -
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Jeep Hypes 4xe Models in Latest Most-Seen Auto TV Ad
The NFL delivered over a third of the national TV ad impressions for “4xAdventure,” per iSpot.tv.
By WardsAuto Staff • Feb. 2, 2024 -
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Volkswagen Group names new CTO for China
The Volkswagen brand will also combine its new mobility and technical development divisions.
By Michael Brady • Feb. 1, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Feb. 1
Ford Trying to Make New Explorer More Profitable; Musk Wants to Reincorporate Tesla in Texas; F1 Rejects Andretti
Feb. 1, 2024 -
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European Competition Watchdog Raids Tire Giants
Pirelli, Michelin, Continental and Nokia facing antitrust investigations.
By Paul Myles • Feb. 1, 2024 -
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Volvo Cars Sets Sales, Revenue Records in 2023
Swedish automaker sees best sales, revenues and profits in its 97-year history.
By Paul Myles • Feb. 1, 2024 -
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Toyota sees first annual sales increase in 2 years
The automaker sold 11.2 million vehicles worldwide in 2023, a 7.2% year-over-year increase.
By Michael Brady • Jan. 31, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for Jan. 31
GM Brings Back Plug-In Hybrids to U.S.; Musk’s Tesla Pay Package Voided; EV Sales Drop in California
Jan. 31, 2024 -
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GM to sell more hybrids as EV demand wanes
The automaker will time some new vehicle launches to comply with fuel economy and emissions standards, CEO Mary Barra said.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 31, 2024
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