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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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TrendlineAutomotive Manufacturing
Production strategies are changing rapidly as tariffs and shifts in consumer buying patterns affect the industry.
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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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Canada to Match U.S. Tariffs on Car Imports
The 25% duty on non-USMCA compliant vehicles will not apply to automotive parts or vehicle content from Mexico, Prime Minister Mark Carney says.
By Philip Neuffer • April 4, 2025 -
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Deep DiveGlobal auto industry faces major disruption from Trump tariffs
Global leaders expect substantial disruption in the automotive industry, both in the U.S. and around the world, as tariffs upend supply chains for automakers and parts suppliers.
By Keith Nuthall in Ottawa; Julian Ryall in Tokyo; Sara Lewis in Brussels; and Andreia Nogueira in Lisbon • April 4, 2025 -
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Canada to match US tariffs on car imports
The 25% duty on non-USMCA compliant passenger vehicles and light cargo trucks went into effect April 9.
By Phil Neuffer • Updated April 9, 2025 -
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China readies 34% tariff on US imports starting April 10
The country's retaliation against President Donald Trump's trade policies builds upon previously announced duties.
By Max Garland • April 4, 2025 -
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Global Auto Industry Faces Major Disruption From Trump Tariffs
Global leaders expect substantial disruption in the automotive industry, both in the U.S. and around the world, as tariffs upend supply chains for automakers and parts suppliers.
By Keith Nuthall in Ottawa; Julian Ryall in Tokyo; Sara Lewis in Brussels; and Andreia Nogueira in Lisbon • April 3, 2025 -
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ZETA warns of economic risk of tariffs on EV supply chain
Tariffs introduce uncertainty into an EV supply chain that companies are investing billions of dollars in, according to the trade group.
By Eric Walz • April 3, 2025 -
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Senators Trying to Remove Canada From Trump Crosshairs
U.S. Senators from four states may force the Trump Admin. to back away from imposing tariffs on Canada or risk losing his ability to impose tariffs and take other actions under the premise of protecting the U.S. in a “national emergency.”
By David Kiley • April 2, 2025 -
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Trump installs 10% baseline tariff, country-specific duties
The new duties will not be stacked on top of automotive-specific tariffs set to begin April 3, and exemptions for USMCA-compliant products remain in effect.
By Phil Neuffer • April 2, 2025 -
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VW Deal Another Step in Mobileye’s Autonomous-Drive Journey
The Israeli developer will collaborate with France’s Valeo on Level 2-plus ADAS technology that will be featured on VW’s high-volume MQB platform. Mobileye’s Surround ADAS system is the first step in what the company sees as a ladder of technology leading to affordable, Level 5 autonomy by the end of the decade.
By David Zoia • April 2, 2025 -
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Manufacturing economy stalls amid tariff confusion
The industry is bracing for the impact of the Trump administration's upcoming "Liberation Day," on April 2, set to bring a slew of widespread tariffs.
By Kate Magill • April 1, 2025 -
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Podcast
WardsAuto Podcast: How Auto Manufacturing Can Respond to Trump Tariffs
Senior Editor David Kiley and manufacturing expert David Pate discuss the new tariffs and how they will impact every automaker and parts producer in the U.S., and strategies for coping.
By Wards Staff • March 31, 2025 -
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Cleveland-Cliffs lays off more than 1,200 workers as tariffs hit demand
A number of North American steel manufacturers are struggling to deal with the impacts of the Trump administration’s trade policy.
By Kate Magill • March 31, 2025 -
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Honda fined $632K for violating California Consumer Privacy Act
A state enforcement agency said the automaker made customers share excessive personal information with third parties without providing contract terms.
By Eric Walz • March 31, 2025 -
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U.S. Imposes 25% Tariffs on Foreign-Made Cars
The increased duties will go into effect April 2, President Donald Trump said Wednesday.
By Kelly Stroh • March 27, 2025 -
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US auto tariffs begin, parts tariffs to start May 3
A 25% import tax is being applied to foreign vehicles, though a federal register notice clarifies foreign parts will be taxed at a later date.
By Kelly Stroh • Updated April 3, 2025 -
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Tariffs, seasonal demand drive flatbed trucking rate increases
Companies are racing to stockpile steel and other goods amid tariff whiplash, sparking rising costs in for the products' transportation.
By Alejandra Carranza • March 26, 2025 -
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NVIDIA Adds Magna to ADAS Roster
NVIDIA is adding Magna, the fourth-largest Tier 1 auto supplier in the world by revenue, to its roster of partners to develop ADAS technology the same week that it added General Motors to its growing list of partnerships.
By Wards Staff • March 21, 2025 -
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Nissan, SK On announce $661M EV battery supply deal
The automaker will use the batteries for electric vehicles manufactured at its assembly plant in Mississippi.
By Kelly Stroh • March 20, 2025 -
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GM Partners with NVIDIA for Next Gen AI
General Motors is expanding its business with chipmaker NVIDIA for several applications of AI, from self-driving vehicles to more efficient manufacturing at its plants.
By David Kiley • March 19, 2025 -
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Tariffs are paused for USMCA-compliant goods. How can companies qualify?
Businesses that previously found pursuing USMCA treatment cost prohibitive are scrambling to determine if they meet the trade deal’s requirements.
By Phil Neuffer • March 19, 2025 -
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Mercedes Uses AI and Humanoid Robotics in Production Overhaul
Investment in US-based Apptronik sees new Google-developed Gemini AI models and humanoid robots integrated in new automation process.
By Greg Kable • March 18, 2025
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