EEOC, Tesla head to private mediation in race-based harassment lawsuit

The parties are in the process of selecting a mediator and expect mediation to start in March or April.

By Ginger Christ • Jan. 15, 2026

Rivian recalls nearly 20K vehicles over flawed rear suspension service procedure

The EV maker said it was aware of one crash involving a defective rear suspension toe link joint.     

By Kalena Thomhave • Jan. 13, 2026

Illinois offers $24M in grants for manufacturing training programs

Applicants outside of the Chicago metropolitan area can apply for grants valued between $3 million and $6 million through the end of April.

By Nathan Owens • Jan. 12, 2026

U.K. battery-electric vehicle sales grow in 2025 — but lag government targets

“Rising EV uptake is an undoubted positive but the pace is still too slow and the cost to industry too high,” said SMMT’s chief executive Mike Hawes.

By Paul Myles • Jan. 12, 2026

US plans fresh China semiconductor tariffs for 2027

The duty rate will be set at least 30 days before the implementation date and stack on top of existing levies, per a Federal Register filing.

By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 5, 2026

Mercedes settles emissions-cheating lawsuit for nearly $150M

The total value of the multi-state settlement could reach $347 million, according to one state attorney general.

By Lamar Johnson • Jan. 5, 2026

Software glitches fueled OEM recalls in 2025

As automakers continued to add new technology to their models, the number of software-related recalls was on the rise this year.

By Eric Walz • Dec. 23, 2025

Waymo updating software following robotaxi failures during San Francisco blackout

The company explained why its vehicles responded inappropriately during a wide-scale power outage and outlined steps to prevent a recurrence.

By Dan Zukowski • Updated Jan. 5, 2026

USMCA review: 5 supply chain issues the US plans to address

The United States won’t “rubber stamp” an extension of the pact next summer and will instead look to fix a few structural issues, per U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.

By Phil Neuffer • Dec. 22, 2025

Toyota plans to sell 3 US-built vehicles in Japan in 2026

The move comes shortly after a tariff deal opened the door for vehicles assembled in the U.S. to be sold in Japan without further testing.

By Eric Walz • Dec. 22, 2025

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