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Stellantis, Volkswagen and Volvo Most at Tariff Risk, Moody’s Says
Three European automaker groups highlighted as facing the biggest threat if U.S. president's tariff threats are enacted.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 28, 2025 -
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NHTSA opens probe of over 877K GM vehicles for engine failures
Owners of the vehicles complained of connecting rod bearing wear, which has led to catastrophic engine damage without any prior symptoms.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 27, 2025 -
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FTC announces proposed settlement with GM for selling connected vehicle data
The FTC alleges that GM and its OnStar subsidiary collected data from millions of vehicles without adequately notifying drivers.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 23, 2025 -
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Autoline Daily: Top Industry News Jan. 22
Trump's tariffs and EV policies could damage the U.S. auto Industry
Jan. 22, 2025 -
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What Trump’s executive orders mean for automakers
New policies are unlikely to slow EV adoption but may benefit gas-powered vehicles, analysts say.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 22, 2025 -
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Trump eyes 10% China tariff hike by Feb. 1
The president floated a similar timeline for 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico.
By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 22, 2025 -
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Musk Faces Conundrum in Dealing With Trump’s White House
Elon Musk raised $250 million for Trump’s campaign. But the billionaire owner of SpaceX and automaker Tesla faces a tough challenge balancing the president-elect’s disdain for battery-electric vehicles and Tesla’s need for continued government support of BEVs.
By Joseph Szczesny • Jan. 21, 2025 -
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Trump orders trade review ahead of potential tariffs
Federal agencies have until April 1 to give recommendations on trade pacts with Mexico, Canada and China.
By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 21, 2025 -
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Transportation nominee Duffy: ‘We will usher in a golden age of travel.’
President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the Department of Transportation pledged to work with both parties on issues such as AVs, EVs, Amtrak and other hot topics.
By Dan Zukowski • Jan. 17, 2025 -
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5 automotive topics to watch when Trump takes office
China, trade, vehicle emissions and fuel economy standards, and electric vehicle policy will be in the crosshairs of the incoming Trump administration, experts say.
By Michael Brady • Jan. 17, 2025 -
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Canada’s Auto Union Chief Takes Aim at Trump Tariff Threat
Canadian assemblers import significant volumes of American-made parts, whose sale could be impacted by any retaliatory tariffs imposed by Canada following U.S. duty hikes.
By Keith Nuthall • Jan. 15, 2025 -
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US finalizes ban on connected vehicle tech from China, Russia
The action impacts passenger vehicles starting with the 2027 model year, but leaves out trucks and buses.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 15, 2025 -
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Tesla recalls over 239K vehicles for rearview camera display fault
The computer circuit board may short leading to a blank camera screen when shifting into reverse.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 14, 2025 -
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5 auto industry trends to watch in 2025
Automakers are not likely to lose sight of their long-term electrification goals.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 10, 2025 -
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Renault Warns EU CO2 Emissions Targets Hurting Domestic Automakers
The need to avoid punitive fines by buying emissions credits from BEV makers is diverting funds away from European automakers' vital R&D budgets.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 9, 2025 -
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What Europe Can Teach America About Road Safety: Killing by Design
The European Union has extensive legislation governing technologies and vehicle design specifically to build in safety features, not only for the vehicle occupants but also for other road users.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 8, 2025 -
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What Europe Can Teach America on Road Safety: Killing by Design
A study by The Economist points out that if there were a mandate on U.S. passenger vehicles to be limited to a weight of less than 5,000 lbs., a potential 2,300 lives in multi-vehicle accidents could be saved annually.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 7, 2025 -
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Ford recalls 295K Super Duty trucks for fuel pump failures
Biodiesel deposits may form in the high-pressure fuel pump of trucks equipped with diesel engines, according to the NHTSA.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 7, 2025 -
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Desperate U.K. Automaker BEV Discounts ‘Unsustainable,’ SMMT Says
Preliminary sales figures for December reveal sales hike for BEVs but driven by discounts that automakers cannot afford long-term.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 6, 2025 -
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U.K. Government Throws Potential Lifeline to Its Automakers
New Labor government launches consultation over ICE ban following outcry from domestic automakers facing billions of dollars in fines.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 27, 2024 -
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Opinion
Industry Voices | Automotive Trade Is a Two-Way Street
Global commerce in the 21st century is too interconnected to make a unilateral “America First” strategy successful for both consumers and workers.
By Warren P. Browne • Dec. 26, 2024 -
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Auto Dealers to President-Elect Trump: ‘Let Consumers Drive the Market, Not Mandates’
EV surplus highlights disconnect between government policies and consumer preferences, say dealers.
By Nancy Dunham • Dec. 20, 2024 -
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Ford was plagued by recalls in 2024
The automaker has issued 62 separate recalls this year, the second-most among the Detroit Three, according to the NHTSA.
By Eric Walz • Dec. 19, 2024 -
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Aggressive driving, speeding, distractions kill thousands, AAA says
Drivers acknowledge that certain driving behaviors are dangerous but continue to engage in them, according to an AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety report.
By Dan Zukowski • Dec. 19, 2024 -
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Fed trims main interest rate, signals prospect of less easing in 2025
Policymakers reduced the benchmark interest despite signs that their nearly three-year fight to push down inflation to their 2% target has stalled.
By Jim Tyson • Updated Dec. 18, 2024
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