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Rivian boosts production by 50% in Q2

Electric vehicle deliveries grew by 50% while gross profit per vehicle improved by roughly $35,000 as the company increased cost efficiencies across all major categories.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 9, 2023

Autoline Daily Top Industry News for Aug. 8

Gas Stations Closing Fast; Nissan Axes Titan Pickup; China’s Car Market Stopped Growing

Aug. 8, 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

Hyundai, Kia invest $50M in semiconductor startup Tenstorrent

The automaker plans to use Tenstorrent’s technology to jointly develop AI chiplets and optimized semiconductors.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 8, 2023

World’s Smallest and Cheapest Harley-Davidson Sells in India

Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Harley-Davidson may be known throughout the world for its large capacity Stateside cruising V-Twins but it’s a lowly single pot powered bike...

By Paul Myles • Aug. 8, 2023

Hyundai supplier plans $170M facility in Tennessee

Hanon Systems’ fourth U.S. facility will produce automotive thermal solutions for EV makers in North America.

By Sara Samora • Aug. 8, 2023

Autoline Daily 2023: Top Industry News for Aug. 7

Pepsi endorses Tesla semi-truck following pilot test; EV prices dropping; GM says EVs don't require fewer workers.

Aug. 7, 2023

Toyota shakes up data, software leadership as it revamps EV plans

The automaker promoted Christopher Yang to president and CEO of Toyota Connected North America.

By Michael Brady • Aug. 7, 2023

Tesla CFO resigns after 13 years at the company

The automaker’s chief accounting officer, Vaibhav Taneja, took over on Aug. 4, replacing Zachary Kirkhorn. 

By Eric Walz • Aug. 7, 2023

Used EV Sales Face Challenges, But Better Times Ahead

Many consumers still regard EVs as a new technology with which they are unfamiliar. And, in this case, unfamiliarity can breed contempt – or at least cause buyers to move cautiously.

By David Paris • Aug. 7, 2023

Autoline Daily 2023: Top Industry News for Aug. 4

Toyota considering Corolla-based pickup, and UAW is bargaining tough for better wages for EV era.

Aug. 4, 2023

UAW wants 46% pay hike by 2027 from GM, Ford and Stellantis

The union is demanding a 20% upfront wage increase, followed by a 5% raise annually through 2027.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 4, 2023

UAW President Fain Fighting for More Than Money

“Our members are working 60, 70, even 80 hours a week just to make ends meet – that’s not a living,” UAW President Shawn Fain says. “That's barely surviving, and it needs to stop.”

By Joseph Szczesny • Aug. 4, 2023

Former Hyundai Motor America, Waymo CEO John Krafcik joins Rivian’s board

The industry veteran has considerable experience with manufacturing and automotive technology, including autonomous vehicles.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 3, 2023

Tesla owners allege false advertising over EV ranges in class-action lawsuit

If the court approves the suit, people in California could join it, potentially exposing the automaker to significant legal risk.

By Michael Brady • Aug. 3, 2023

Autoline Daily 2023: Top Industry News for Aug. 3

BMW Doing Better w/ EVs Than Others; Tremec Develops EV Drive Unit; We Drive Nikola’s Trucks

Aug. 3, 2023

Porsche eyes $3.3B EV battery plant in US

The German luxury carmaker is also weighing options at home and in Canada for its planned factory.

By Sebastian Obando • Aug. 3, 2023

Hot Car Sales Volumes Will Begin to Cool for Dealers

Cox Automotive says high prices and tight credit are likely to dampen dealers’ sales.

By Nancy Dunham • Aug. 3, 2023

Uncovering the ‘Sound’ of Ram Trucks

Ram’s focus on energy and danceability puts a spotlight on the brand aspects they want to emphasize and how they want consumers to visualize their brand.

By Wards Staff • Aug. 3, 2023

The Spying Game in Driverless Technology

Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Last May, the US Department of Justice formally charged a man named Weibo Wang with stealing secrets for the benefit of the Chinese governme...

By Eric Volkman • Aug. 3, 2023

Subaru has a more aggressive EV plan

The automaker aims to boost global battery-electric vehicle sales to 50% by 2030.

By Michael Brady • Aug. 2, 2023

Autoline Daily 2023: Top Industry News for Aug. 2

New Toyota Land Cruiser Looks Impressive; Subaru Boosts BEV Targets; Ferrari Boosts Profit Despite Sales Drop

Aug. 2, 2023

Ford restarts production of F-150 Lightning EV pickup truck

The automaker is tripling its manufacturing capacity as it faces increased competition from GM and Tesla.

By Kate Magill • Aug. 2, 2023

Paccar projects boost in production for 2023

Despite lingering supply chain issues, the OEM aims to build at least 290,000 Class 8 trucks for the U.S. and Canada.

By David Taube • Aug. 2, 2023

Autoline Daily: Top Industry News for Aug. 1

Big Oil Gets Into EV Batteries; Mach-E a Sales Flop in China; Toyota Reports Break-Out Earnings

Aug. 1, 2023

Former Carvana exec joins Rivian as chief policy officer

Alan Hoffman is filling a similar role vacated by Jim Chen, who left in February along with other high-profile exits.

By Michael Brady • Aug. 1, 2023