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Ford recalls 123K pickups, SUVs over brake fluid leaks
The condition may lead to excessive pedal travel or reduction in braking performance, according to the NHTSA.
By Eric Walz • April 24, 2025 -
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Forvia Reveals Amazing Technologies at Shanghai Auto Show
Auto supplier Forvia is rolling out technologies related to automated driving, digital and sustainable cockpit experiences and electrification and energy management.
By Drew Winter • April 24, 2025 -
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Production strategies are changing rapidly as tariffs and shifts in consumer buying patterns affect the industry.
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Auto groups: US tariff policies ‘will scramble the global automotive supply chain’
In a letter to the Trump administration, industry leaders say recent actions will increase costs and eliminate jobs.
By Larry Avila • April 23, 2025 -
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Zero-Loss Refueling Meant to Boost Hydrogen Adoption
Three hydrogen specialists team up to pilot a new service-station delivery system for hydrogen in U.S. It is seen as a piece of the puzzle to make hydrogen more viable for trucking and, eventually, passenger vehicles.
By Paul Myles • April 23, 2025 -
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Nissan-Wayve Deal Targets Japan With AI Driverless Tech
U.K. startup’s expansion is turbocharged by its automated driving software agreement with Nissan.
By Paul Myles • April 22, 2025 -
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Precision GPS Could Be Key to Unlocking AV Potential
High-precision GPS can improve the accuracy of global positioning exponentially, and widespread application has the potential to bring AVs a long way toward mass adoption, industry insiders contend. A recent demonstration of the technology by Swift Navigation drives home the point.
By David Zoia • April 22, 2025 -
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Nexteer launches brake-by-wire system for OEMs
Electro-mechanical braking technology replaces a vehicle’s hydraulic and mechanical components and applies the optimal stopping force to each wheel individually.
By Eric Walz • April 21, 2025 -
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Audi recalls 44K vehicles for blank instrument panel displays
The speedometer and RPM gauges may turn off while driving due to a software error.
By Eric Walz • April 21, 2025 -
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Horse Powertrain Unveils Hybrid Conversion for BEVs
French powertrain specialist Horse reveals a gas-hybrid integrated unit designed to fit BEV-specific platforms giving automakers production flexibility.
By Paul Myles • April 18, 2025 -
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Mahle Urges EU to Scrap ICE Ban
The European auto-supply giant calls on the EU to reconsider allowing carbon-neutral fuels to accelerate CO2 reduction without losing “hundreds of thousands of jobs."
By Paul Myles • April 16, 2025 -
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Suppliers Demand Up Front Tariff Payments from Automakers
Valeo and Novares say they can’t supply parts to the U.S. unless customers cover the full cost of tariffs.
By Paul Myles • April 15, 2025 -
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US launches probe into semiconductor imports
The Section 232 investigation comes ahead of anticipated tariffs on the industry.
By Phil Neuffer • April 14, 2025 -
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Stellantis and Valeo Team to Recycle Lights, Screens
Automaker Stellantis and supplier Valeo are advancing recycling and remanufacturing key components from otherwise junk vehicles for aftermarket sales, a trend that pays off for companies and puts less automotive waste in to landfills.
By Paul Myles • April 14, 2025 -
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Trump excludes some electronics from reciprocal tariffs
Flat panel display modules and electronic integrated circuits, among other products, now qualify for the “semiconductor” exemption — though officials say sector-specific duties are still coming.
By Edwin Lopez • Updated April 14, 2025 -
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American Battery reports production milestone, land sale
The company said it has reached key recycling milestones and plans to sell 12 acres of property for $6.75 million to help fund the next phase of mineral production.
By Megan Quinn • April 14, 2025 -
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Sponsored by Taylor & FrancisDriving change: Revolutionizing sustainability in automotive supply chains
The automotive industry faces a pivotal challenge: transforming its supply chain to meet more strict sustainability goals. But what are the solutions?
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Continental Returns to Tire Roots as Business Slows
Tier 1 supplier plans to sell its ContiTech industrial unit as revenues crash and challenges of U.S. tariffs on the auto sector take a bite out of profits.
By David Kiley and Paul Myles • April 11, 2025 -
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China raises tariffs on US imports to 125%
The increase takes effect Saturday, and the country's Ministry of Finance signaled it won’t retaliate further if Trump hikes duties again.
By Max Garland • April 11, 2025 -
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EU delays US tariff countermeasures by 90 days
The move comes in response to President Donald Trump’s pause of reciprocal tariffs against the bloc and most other trading partners.
By Max Garland • April 10, 2025 -
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Continental Tire names CEO for Americas
Tansu Işık will take the reins for the tire manufacturer in the Americas, succeeding Jochen Etzel after his retirement in May 1.
By Kalena Thomhave • April 9, 2025 -
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EU approves further tariffs on US
The retaliatory actions will start April 15, though the exact list of affected products remains unclear.
By Phil Neuffer • April 9, 2025 -
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Samsung SDI begins production of 46-series battery cells
The larger format cells offer higher energy density and improved performance compared to previous designs, according to the company.
By Eric Walz • April 8, 2025 -
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Tariffs Already Reshaping Global Trade
The ink is barely dry on President Trump’s tariff orders, but countries, automakers and suppliers are already taking steps to mitigate the damage as financial markets get routed.
By David Kiley • April 7, 2025 -
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Trump threatens 50% tariff on China if retaliatory duties stay
The president said China, which vowed to fight the action, has until Tuesday to back off from its plan for 34% tariffs on U.S. imports.
By Max Garland • Updated April 8, 2025 -
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5 key details in Trump’s global tariffs order
The text of the order opens the door for reduced duties for Canada and Mexico, but whether tariffs on China will stack remains nebulous.
By Phil Neuffer • April 7, 2025
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