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Honda recalls nearly 1.7M vehicles for steering issue
The gearbox may have a manufacturing defect that causes excessive internal friction, which can make it difficult to turn the steering wheel.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 10, 2024 -
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ColumnThe IC Engine Could Outlast 21st Century
BEV propulsion systems for legacy automakers cost about $13,500 on average, compared to $7,100 for ICE powertrains, so there’s still a lot of work to do.
By John McElroy • Oct. 10, 2024 -
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Nikola Shares Rise as Hydrogen Truck Future Takes Hold
Shares of hydrogen-powered truck-maker Nikola rise as the company meets its third-quarter production targets and the reality of a future where diesel gives way to hydrogen and electric-powered trucks sinks in for transit companies.
By David Kiley • Oct. 9, 2024 -
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Stellantis recalls 154K hybrid Jeep models for battery fire risk
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures, and not to recharge their vehicle’s battery until the issues are addressed.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 8, 2024 -
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View From The EU: Automakers in a Tizzy
More trauma than transition as consumers in Europe expect financial incentives to buy battery-electric vehicles, putting automakers at a loss on multiple fronts.
By Paul Myles • Oct. 4, 2024 -
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Ferrari shutters gas-fueled plant to slash carbon emissions
The Italian carmaker closed its Maranello trigeneration plant this week in a bid to reduce its methane gas consumption and pivot to cleaner energy sources.
By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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$2B in tax credits awarded to EV buyers so far in 2024
Inflation Reduction Act funds have enabled upfront discounts on the purchases of more than 300,000 clean vehicles since Jan. 1, federal agencies say.
By Haley Cawthon • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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Powell says Fed policymakers not ‘in a hurry’ to cut interest rates
“We’re recalibrating policy to maintain the strength in the economy, not because of weakness in the economy,” Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said.
By Jim Tyson • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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Volvo Joins Industrialists’ Call for EU to Stick to 2035 ICE Ban
The Swedish automaker reaffirms its plans to be a purely BEV manufacturer as the EU considers carbon-neutral new vehicle sales after 2035.
By Paul Myles • Oct. 1, 2024 -
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Fed rate cut unlikely to boost US auto sales in Q4
However, continued interest rate cuts and lower vehicle prices could make a difference in 2025, analysts said.
By Michael Brady • Sept. 27, 2024 -
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Trump vs. Harris on manufacturing: A tale of 2 speeches
In dueling remarks this week, the Republican nominee focused on tariff hikes, while the Democratic nominee talked of boosting clean energy production.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 27, 2024 -
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Ford recalls nearly 145K Mavericks for rear camera display failures
The recall covers certain 2022-2024 Maverick pickups equipped with Ford’s Connected Touch Radio.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 26, 2024 -
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US seeks to limit China, Russia’s role in connected vehicle supply chains
The Department of Commerce's proposed new rule would require vehicles used in the U.S. to exclude suppliers with links to those countries.
By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 23, 2024 -
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Biden administration proposes expanding tax credits for EV charger installations
The proposed rule would expand on January guidance from the Treasury Department, allowing the tax credit to be accessed per individual charging port installed.
By Robert Walton • Sept. 23, 2024 -
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GM recalls nearly 450K vehicles for brake warning fault
A software error in the brake control module means drivers may not be alerted that the vehicle’s brake fluid level is low.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 23, 2024 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Bans on ICE Vehicle Advertisements: Bold Move or Symbolic Gesture?
A legally binding ban on the advertising of internal-combustion-engine vehicles by the Dutch city of The Hague has stirred global discussion regarding its aims and merits. WardsAuto provides background and perspective on the growing initiative.
By Greg Kable • Sept. 23, 2024 -
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Battery sector gets $3B from Biden administration
The funding will go towards new battery manufacturing facilities, as well as critical mineral processing plants and recycling sites.
By Sara Samora • Sept. 20, 2024 -
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Fed cuts main rate by half point, voices confidence inflation falling
The central bank trimmed borrowing costs from a two-decade high after policymakers noted their growing concern about softening in the labor market.
By Jim Tyson • Sept. 19, 2024 -
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How High Do EV Tariffs Need to Be to Ward Off China?
Both U.S. political parties seem motivated to block Chinese EVs, but high tariffs may not necessarily keep them out.
By David Kiley • Sept. 19, 2024 -
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BEV Slowdown Sparks Alarm, Rivalry Among European Automakers
Several call for delays in regulators' targets on CO2 tailpipe emissions while Stellantis eyes a commercial advantage with its Chinese automaker joint venture.
By Paul Myles, Greg Kable • Sept. 17, 2024 -
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Forced and Child Labor Abuses Found in 75% of Lithium Battery Supply Chains
AI-driven data research finds Chinese mining companies among worst offenders of human rights, risking automotive battery supplies for BEVs.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 16, 2024 -
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Russia Weighing Protectionist Measures Against Chinese Auto Imports
The head of No.1 domestic automaker AvtoVAZ, Maxim Sokolov, has argued for protectionist policies, contending that the growing number of Chinese imports is harming domestic production.
By Eugene Gerden • Sept. 13, 2024 -
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Biden finalizes China tariff hikes
The first set of increases, including for electric vehicles and batteries, will go into effect on Sept. 27.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 13, 2024 -
Courtesy of Tesla Inc.
Tesla unexpectedly releases ‘Actually Smart Summon’
The updated feature allows owners to send a vehicle to a location of their choosing.
By Haley Cawthon • Sept. 12, 2024 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
Stellantis recalls over 1.2M Ram 1500 pickups for ABS fault
A software glitch may disable the vehicle’s electronic stability control system.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 11, 2024
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