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ZF AV Shuttle Coming to U.S. Via Oceaneering

A deal between the German Tier 1 and longtime partner Oceaneering gives the Texas-based company exclusive rights to produce and sell ZF’s GRT shuttle in the U.S.

By Ward's Staff • Oct. 10, 2023

Autoline Daily 2023: Top Industry News for Oct. 9

UAW Declares Something Of A Ceasefire; Tesla Signs Major Deal with Hilton; Audi Slashes e-tron GT Price By $20,000

Oct. 9, 2023

Explore the Trendline➔

Automotive Manufacturing

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

By WardsAuto staff

How the UAW strike is impacting supplier operations

The strike has caused some down-tier suppliers to hold inventory, while others may see cash flow delays.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 9, 2023

Rolls-Royce CEO to retire next month

Chris Brownridge, the automaker’s new CEO, will implement Rolls-Royce’s plan to sell electric vehicles exclusively by 2030.

By Michael Brady • Oct. 9, 2023

GM to cover EV battery plants under UAW master agreement, Fain says

The United Auto Workers union had threatened to strike the automaker’s Arlington Assembly plant in Texas shortly before General Motors agreed to the concessions.

By Michael Brady • Oct. 6, 2023

Autoline Daily 2023: Top Industry News for Oct. 6

Automakers Have Inventory to Ride Out Strike; Fain to Hold “Rose Ceremony” Today; Tesla Cuts Prices Again

Oct. 6, 2023

Are EV tax credits too hard to use? The Biden administration thinks so.

In January, car shoppers will be able to transfer their clean vehicle tax credits to dealers to lower the purchase price of electrified vehicles.

By Michael Brady • Oct. 6, 2023

Nearly a third of suppliers have laid off workers due to UAW strike

More than 60% of suppliers plan to lay off workers by mid-October, according to a new survey.

By Michael Brady • Oct. 6, 2023

Autoline Daily 2023: Top Industry News for Oct. 5

UAW Strike Damaging Supply Chain; UAW Workers Will Retire Millionaires; U.S. Q3 Sales Surprise Analysts

Oct. 5, 2023

Managing Transformation in the Auto Repair Industry

In response to rising repair costs and the resultant insurance-premium hikes, leaders in the automotive repair industry should prioritize streamlining the claims process, fostering cost reduction and improving customer satisfaction.

By Bill Brower • Oct. 5, 2023

Ford temporarily lays off 400 employees, points finger at UAW strike

The automaker furloughed 350 of the 2,703 employees at the Livonia Transmission Plant and 50 of the 2,171 employees at the Sterling Axle Plant.

By Michael Brady • Oct. 5, 2023

Automakers need help developing vehicle software, digital services: Deloitte

Vehicle manufacturers should be more like smartphone makers, inviting third parties and startups to develop software to maximize the value of their cars and trucks.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 5, 2023

Nevada is an EV battery gold mine

Home to one of the country’s largest active lithium deposits, the state is becoming a hot spot for EV and battery manufacturing.

By Sakshi Udavant • Oct. 5, 2023

Autoline Daily 2023: Top Industry News for Oct. 4

BYD passes Ford in global sales in August; Global Battery Production to increase 6x by 2030.

By Wards Staff • Oct. 4, 2023

Manufacturing remains in a trough, but signs of relief are showing: PMI

Companies are shifting from layoffs to attrition and hiring freezes to manage headcount, as companies note greater optimism for future growth in the industry.

By Kate Magill • Oct. 4, 2023

Autoline Daily 2023: Top Industry News for Oct. 3

The Detroit 3 have lost $4 billion since UAW strike; Ford laying off employees as a result of strike; BYD catches Tesla in China.

Oct. 3, 2023

Rivian deliveries up 23% in Q3

The automaker exceeded analysts' expectations, delivering 15,564 vehicles in Q3, up from 12,640 vehicles in Q2.

By Michael Brady • Oct. 3, 2023

Ford temporarily lays off 330 more workers due to UAW strike

The automaker furloughed 243 workers at the Chicago Stamping Plant and 90 workers at the Lima Engine Plant, a Ford spokesperson said.

By Michael Brady • Oct. 3, 2023

Autoline Daily 2023: Top Industry News for Oct. 2

Autoline Daily: GM and Ford both "fed up" with UAW"; Model Y Updated in China

Oct. 2, 2023

Tesla misses Q3 delivery expectations

Factory upgrades this summer slowed vehicle production, the electric automaker said.

By Michael Brady • Oct. 2, 2023

Cox Keeps Sales Forecast High

Cox forecasts higher light-vehicle sales, but UAW strike is a wild card.

By Jim Henry • Oct. 2, 2023

EVs could reach 86% of global vehicle sales by 2030

Although electric vehicles took roughly six years to get from 1% to 10% of global market share, it will take just six more years to reach 80% adoption, an RMI report says.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 2, 2023

Suppliers say automakers must balance sustainability with safety, costs

Greater standardization of targets and measures would help the automotive industry reach net-zero emissions globally by 2050, a Center for Automotive Research report says.

By Michael Brady • Oct. 2, 2023

Northvolt to build $5B battery factory in Canada

The Montreal plant will be the Swedish battery maker's first manufacturing site outside of Europe.

By Kate Magill • Oct. 2, 2023

Honda dreams of net zero emissions with first all-electric SUV campaign

“Keep Dreaming” introduces the 2024 Prologue and showcases the company’s history of innovation and commitment to global carbon neutrality.

By Chris Kelly • Oct. 2, 2023