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Rivian recalls nearly 35,000 electric delivery vans over seat belt issue
The EV maker attributes the safety defect to misuse of the driver-side seat belt.
By Kalena Thomhave • Dec. 17, 2025 -
Consumers returning to ICE vehicles, EY global study suggests
EVs and hybrids are losing ground among motorists searching for their next vehicle, the data shows.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 16, 2025 -
FCA US recalls over 72,000 Ram trucks for blank instrument cluster displays
The digital instrument displays, which show important safety information, may be blank at startup or while driving.
By Kalena Thomhave • Dec. 12, 2025 -
Fed trims main rate by quarter-point, forecasts one cut in 2026
Policymakers reduced borrowing costs for the third time in 2025 amid persistent signs of cooling in the labor market.
By Jim Tyson • Dec. 11, 2025 -
Ford recalls over 100K Escape SUVs for issues with liftgate hinge covers
All of the affected vehicles are equipped with an optional panoramic glass roof.
By Eric Walz • Dec. 11, 2025 -
Stellantis CEO backs ‘achievable’ CO2 targets for the EU
Antonio Filosa is urging European regulators to follow the lead of the U.S. in reacting to consumer demand for "technological neutrality” of passenger vehicles.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 9, 2025 -
Rush to beat fed EV tax break still weighs on market: Experian
Deals signed off before Sept. 30 continue to percolate through to vehicle sales.
By Jim Henry • Dec. 8, 2025 -
Zeekr launched in Germany as U.K. EV charge-per-mile wins backing
Premium brand confident of sales in Europe's biggest auto market.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 8, 2025 -
Honda recalls nearly 257K Accord Hybrid models for software defect
Due to a programming error by Honda’s supplier, the integrated control module can reset while driving, leading to a loss of power.
By Kalena Thomhave • Dec. 5, 2025 -
Trump proposes ‘reset’ of CAFE standards
The White House claims that the current Biden-era standards have imposed “unrealistic fuel economy targets” on automakers.
By Eric Walz • Dec. 4, 2025 -
Ford recalls nearly 230K Bronco SUVs over blank instrument cluster displays
The digital display, which shows critical vehicle information, may fail to power up at startup due to a software error.
By Kalena Thomhave • Dec. 3, 2025 -
Tariffs remain heart of uncertainty: PMI
The levies are having the opposite effect on manufacturing sectors such as transportation equipment, which chose to offshore operations rather than expand in the U.S., said Susan Spence, chair of the ISM’s Manufacturing Business Survey Committee.
By Sara Samora • Dec. 2, 2025 -
Toyota recalls over 1M vehicles over backup camera issues
The recall includes more than three dozen Toyota and Lexus models.
By Kalena Thomhave • Dec. 1, 2025 -
Honda recalls more than 400K Civics due to risk of wheel detachment
Some accessory wheels available to the model were manufactured without the steel inserts that keep lug nuts secure.
By Kalena Thomhave • Nov. 25, 2025 -
US, South Korea formalize details of July trade pact
The U.S. will limit tariffs on imports from South Korea to 15%, including on cars and auto parts. The rates are retroactively effective as of Nov. 1.
By Phil Neuffer • Updated Dec. 2, 2025 -
Honda cuts full-year profit forecast over tariffs and chip shortages
The automaker also lowered its 2030 electric vehicle target amid cooling market and U.S. policy shifts.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 13, 2025 -
BMW beats profit forecast as CEO rails against EU’s zero-tailpipe mandate
The automaker is focused on sales growth with its iX3 SUV, the first of its Neue Klasse lineup of EVs.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 10, 2025 -
FCA US recalls over 24K hybrid Jeep Wranglers after flawed software update
The issue can cause a sudden loss of drive power, experienced by over 200 customers who vented their frustration in online forums and groups.
By Kalena Thomhave • Nov. 10, 2025 -
GM, Stellantis pivot from EVs to build more ICE vehicles
As electric vehicle adoption slows in the U.S. and federal grants dry up, automakers and suppliers are shifting their focus.
By Larry Avila • Nov. 7, 2025 -
Supreme Court questions Trump’s tariff powers in landmark case
Several justices seemed skeptical of the Trump administration's claims of broad tariff authority under a 1977 emergency powers act.
By Antone Gonsalves • Nov. 7, 2025 -
Volkswagen’s Q3 woes: Tariffs, Porsche’s ICE bet, slim EV profits
Trading headwinds will not deflect the automaker from ongoing cost-cutting as it considers a new U.S. Audi plant.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 4, 2025 -
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Driving through tariffs: How automotive supply chains stay in gear amid policy shifts
Flexibility keeps automotive supply chains running—no matter how trade winds shift.
By Joe Greek • Nov. 3, 2025 -
Ford recalls 1.4 million vehicles for faulty rearview cameras
The automaker has issued more than a dozen recalls since January to address backup camera problems.
By Kalena Thomhave • Oct. 31, 2025 -
Fed trims main rate by a quarter point
The central bank trimmed rates to a range between 3.75% to 4% in its second rate reduction this year.
By Grace Noto • Oct. 30, 2025 -
US to lower China tariffs as part of trade war truce
The truce also includes de-escalating other trade actions, such as China’s rare earth export controls and U.S. fees on China-linked ships.
By Phil Neuffer • Updated Nov. 7, 2025