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LG Energy Solution to lay off 170 in Michigan

The company said slower-than-expected EV demand contributed to the cuts.

By Kate Magill • Nov. 20, 2023

Cruise CEO resigns amid safety probes into company’s robotaxis

The company’s robotaxi fleet remains grounded in California after one of the vehicles struck a pedestrian in downtown San Francisco in early October.

By Eric Walz • Nov. 20, 2023

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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

Subaru to raise wages after similar moves by nonunionized automakers

The decision impacts Subaru’s sole U.S. assembly plant in Lafayette, Indiana, which employs over 5,600 workers and currently builds the Ascent, Crosstrek, Legacy and Outback models.

By Eric Walz • Nov. 20, 2023

Autoline Daily 2023: Top Industry News for Nov. 17

One Of Three UAW Workers Didn’t Bother to Vote; GAC Going to Solid-State Batteries; BMW’s Centerlock Wheels Need 685-lb/ft Torque

Nov. 17, 2023

Hyundai, AWS design training, certification program for critical cloud skills

The third-largest carmaker will migrate on-premise applications and leverage jointly designed tech training programs. 

By Lindsey Wilkinson • Nov. 17, 2023

UAW ratifies labor agreements with Ford, Stellantis

The United Auto Workers union says 64% of voting members across General Motors, Ford and Stellantis approved the landmark labor agreements.

By Michael Brady • Updated Nov. 20, 2023

Goodyear CEO to retire as tiremaker overhauls corporate strategy

The company’s transformation plan includes exploring strategic alternatives for its Dunlop brand and chemical and off-road tire businesses, which it hopes will raise over $2 billion in gross proceeds.

By Michael Brady • Nov. 17, 2023

EG Group buys Tesla hardware for European charging network

This is the second time Tesla has sold its ultra-fast EV chargers to the convenience store industry. The automaker struck a deal with BP in October.

By Jessica Loder • Nov. 17, 2023

Autoline Daily 2023: Top Industry News for Nov. 16

Ford Gives Owners Fast Feedback Tech; Only EVs on Track for Net-Zero; UAW Contracts Will Likely Be Approved

Nov. 16, 2023

Energy Department offers $3.5B for battery manufacturing

The funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will go towards new, retrofitted and expanded battery and critical mineral production sites.

By Kate Magill • Nov. 16, 2023

Michelin to lay off 1,400 employees, end tire production in Oklahoma

The site couldn’t keep up with the evolving automotive market and is set to wind down operations starting next year.

By Sara Samora • Nov. 16, 2023

UAW members vote to approve GM labor deal despite opposition

Nearly 55% of autoworkers represented by the United Auto Workers at General Motors voted “yes” to approve the deal, but 13 facilities rejected it.

By Michael Brady • Nov. 16, 2023

GM buys gigacasting company with Tesla ties

Tooling & Equipment International worked with Tesla to streamline vehicle manufacturing before General Motors acquired the company.

By Eric Walz • Nov. 16, 2023

Autoline Daily 2023: Top Industry News for Nov. 15

Renault’s Ampere Has Bold EV Plans; UAW Labor War Far from Over; GM Acquires Gigacasting Company

Nov. 15, 2023

UAW strike had little impact on new car prices, Kelley Blue Book says

Transaction prices rose significantly for some strike-affected brands such as Chevrolet, Chrysler and Dodge, while Ford, Jeep and Ram saw drops as those brands boosted incentives.

By Eric Walz • Nov. 15, 2023

Volvo acquires Proterra’s EV battery business

The automaker purchased the electric bus maker's battery segment three months after the startup declared bankruptcy.

By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 15, 2023

Autoline Daily 2023: Top Industry News for Nov. 14

Transplants Raising Wages to Block UAW; Big Supplier Hit by Cyber Attack; Fisker Slashes Its Production Forecast

Nov. 14, 2023

Hyundai is raising wages 25% by 2028 for production workers

The pay hikes will impact employees at the automaker’s assembly plant in Alabama and its electric vehicle factory in Georgia, which is under construction.

By Eric Walz • Nov. 14, 2023

Stellantis offers buyouts to 6,400 employees after UAW deal

The buyout offers are being sent to more than half of the automaker’s 12,700 salaried employees in the U.S. with at least five years of corporate service. 

By Eric Walz • Nov. 14, 2023

Autoline Daily 2023: Top Industry News for Nov. 13

More UAW Locals Rejecting New Contract; U.S. EV Sales Up Strong, But Slowing; Volvo’s $100,000 Electric Minivan

Nov. 13, 2023

Continental to lay off thousands of automotive employees in restructure

The supplier plans to cut automotive spending by over $400 million annually as it restructures its business amid the transition to electric vehicles.

By Michael Brady • Nov. 13, 2023

A U.S. Manufacturing Supercycle Is Coming: Time to Reshore Now

In this GlobalAutoIndustry.com Audio Interview “A U.S. Manufacturing Supercycle Is Coming: Time to Reshore Now” Ron Hesse speaks with Rosemary Coates, Founder and Executive Director of the Reshoring Institute, and President of Blue Silk Consulting.

Nov. 13, 2023

Honda raises production worker wages by 11% after Toyota pay bump

The automaker’s decision follows the historic pay raises the United Auto Workers won from the Big Three to end the recent strike.

By Eric Walz • Nov. 13, 2023

Autoline Daily 2023: Top Industry News for Nov. 10

Biden Backs UAW’s Unionization Efforts; VW To Offer Sub-$35,000 EV In U.S.; BMW To Offer L3 Autonomous Driving

Nov. 10, 2023

EV Sales Are Rising. So Why Are Automakers Nervous?

Slower sales growth, lower prices and growing inventories have spooked carmakers, leading some to reconsider their electric vehicle plans to bolster their finances.

By Michael Brady | Automotive Dive • Nov. 10, 2023