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AI-Driven SDV Rapidly Emerging As Next Big Step
The vision laid out by Qualcomm and other tech executives calls for the AI-driven SDV to lead to a critical shift in computing away from the cloud to directly onboard the vehicle as the industry moves to its next stage with what some are calling the Intelligent SDV.
By David Zoia • Nov. 8, 2024 -
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Ford recalls 25K F-Series Super Duty pickups over tailgate camera fault
The automaker’s investigation into warranty claims revealed that the camera bracket had not been designed or tested for potential water intrusion before being introduced in series production.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 8, 2024 -
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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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Stellantis Signs Semiconductor Deal for BEVs With Germany’s Infineon
Automaker secures vital BEV component supply for its future models and strategy to develop software-defined vehicles.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 7, 2024 -
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Podcast
WardsAuto Podcast: Getting Hold of EV Recalls with Voltaiq CTO Eli Leland
EV recalls and production delays over battery quality issues are expensive, just as they are for cellphones. Voltaiq is a company bringing sense and efficiency to preventing battery-cell recalls.
By Wards Staff • Nov. 1, 2024 -
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Opinion
Industry Voices | Key Supplier Strategies for a Reimagined Automotive Future
For suppliers with strong market positions, investment in equipment, software and technology is vital to building a competitive advantage and driving industry innovation.
By Thomas Alongi • Oct. 31, 2024 -
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CATL Unveils Quick-Charging Battery
The Chinese battery specialist promises a 249-mile range from future plug-in hybrid-electric models.
By Greg Kable • Oct. 28, 2024 -
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BYD Expanding in Europe With Help From Forvia
Forvia, the seventh-largest auto supplier in the world, is working closely with Chinese battery-electric vehicle maker BYD to expand its manufacturing footprint in Europe and Asia.
By David Kiley • Oct. 24, 2024 -
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Qualcomm ‘Elite’ Computing Platform Moves Industry Closer to SDVs
The new top-end Snapdragon Digital Chassis platform appears to mark another big step in the journey to centralized computing onboard vehicles and toward a fuller realization of the functionality software-defined vehicles promise to offer.
By David Zoia • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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Honda recalls nearly 721K vehicles for potential fuel leak
The recall, which stems from an investigation that began last year, covers certain Accord, CR-V and Civic models.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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Ford inks battery supply deal with LG Energy Solution
Under the agreement, the companies will move battery production for the Mustang Mach-E from Poland to Michigan.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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Podcast
WardsAuto Podcast: Forvia’s Chief Hydrogen Engineer Tarek Abdel-Baset
WardsAuto Podcast explores the lack of demand for plug-in hybrid vehicles despite the belief that consumers will embrace them faster than battery-electrics, and what’s new and developing with hydrogen fuel-cell trucking and stationary storage with Forvia Chief Hydrogen Engineer Tarek Abdel-Baset.
By Wards Staff • Oct. 21, 2024 -
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GM invests $625M in lithium production capacity
The automaker is partnering with Lithium Americas to develop the Thacker Pass mine in Nevada, where GM agreed to buy up to 100% of lithium produced for 20 years.
By Kate Magill • Oct. 18, 2024 -
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More US-based companies to shift supply chain operations into Americas: report
Reducing touch points and increasing proximity to manufacturing and procurement locations is a priority for firms, according to KPMG.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • Oct. 18, 2024 -
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Opinion
Industry Voices | Key Safety Features to Look for in Heavy-Duty EV Batteries
Just as battery technology has evolved at an accelerated pace, so have the safety features for commercial transportation applications.
By Lisa McKenzie • Oct. 17, 2024 -
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Hyundai, Kia and Samsung form software-defined vehicle alliance
The three companies plan to develop technology that links vehicles and smartphones using Samsung’s global “SmartThings” platform.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 17, 2024 -
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Wolfspeed to secure $750M CHIPS funding for North Carolina, New York
The company's semiconductors are used in EVs, plug-in hybrids, artificial intelligence applications and more, the government noted.
By Joelle Anselmo • Oct. 15, 2024 -
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2024 Battery Show: Five Takeaways
Takeaways from the 2024 Battery Show include uncertainty over the pace of mobility electrification based on who wins the U.S. presidential election and how few U.S. EVs will qualify for the full federal tax credit.
By Wards Staff • Oct. 15, 2024 -
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The ILA strike is over. What should shippers prioritize now?
While the strike was short-lived, it could take weeks to clear cargo backlogs and bring ports back to normal operations.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 14, 2024 -
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Automotive supply chains can benefit from sourcing alliances. Here’s why.
Collaborations can lower procurement costs and drive operational change, but experts say aligning objectives and cost structures is key to success.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 10, 2024 -
Courtesy of American Honda Motor Co.
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 -
Courtesy of LG Energy Solution
LG Energy Solution aims to double revenue, reduce reliance on EV segment
The plans include advancing next-generation battery technology and establishing an energy storage software and services business.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 9, 2024 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
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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Valeo Shows Off Advanced Tech, Gears Up for the SDV Future
Automakers remain “all over the map” when it comes to what they expect from suppliers in the software-defined-vehicle transition, Valeo executives say, making modularity, scalability and flexibility the key drivers of the Tier 1’s product portfolio.
By David Zoia • Oct. 7, 2024 -
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Podcast
WardsAuto Podcast: Bosch North America President Paul Thomas
Bosch North America President Paul Thomas talks with WardsAuto about future mobility, technology and the challenges of electrification for Tier 1 suppliers.
By Wards Staff • Oct. 6, 2024 -
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ILA port strike ends through tentative deal
The agreement, which extends the parties’ master contract, comes three days after a strike commenced at East and Gulf Coast ports.
By Alejandra Carranza • Updated Oct. 3, 2024
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