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Canadian rail carriers’ recovery from work stoppage may take weeks

Embargoes put in place prior to the disruption have created freight backlog for Canadian National and CPKC. 

By Larry Avila • Aug. 29, 2024

GM, Samsung SDI finalize $3.5B battery joint venture

The two companies aim to start production at the Indiana plant in 2027, a year later than previously expected.

By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 29, 2024

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Automakers continue to make big investments in autonomous vehicles. We’ve put together a curated list of stories showcasing the technologies and strategies propelling autonomy.

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Former GM manager sentenced to 2 years in prison for bribery

Hyoung Nam So was convicted for conspiring to solicit and receive a $5 million bribe from a South Korea-based supplier.

By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 22, 2024

DOE doles out another $50M to support EV manufacturing

The Biden-Harris administration said the funding will go to six states with “significant automotive workforces” to help suppliers adapt their facilities.

By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 22, 2024

Canada’s major rail carriers shut down

With no new labor deal, Canadian National and CPKC locked out union workers shortly after midnight Thursday.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 22, 2024

EU’s Future Automotive Production Boosted by $11Bn Semiconductor Plant

Taiwanese semiconductor giant in JV to build a new plant in Dresden with a clear focus on the German auto industry's drive toward increased software-defined-vehicle production.

By Paul Myles • Aug. 21, 2024

‘No possibility’ trucking can fill gap of Canada rail disruption

The British Columbia Trucking Association’s CEO says transport carriers won't have vehicles to deliver without the railroads moving them out of the Annacis Auto Terminal.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 20, 2024

Magna plans Arizona factory

The expansion in Mesa comes as delays at other plants impact the auto supplier’s projected sales.

By Joelle Anselmo • Aug. 14, 2024

GlobalFoundries auto revenue rebounds in Q2

The chipmaker expects "meaningful" year-over-year growth in the segment as demand improves.

By Kate Magill • Aug. 12, 2024

Industry Voices | Additive Manufacturing Valuable Tool for Suppliers

Ensuring suppliers commit to adopting long-term additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, at scale is key to driving momentum and growth throughout the automotive industry.

By Fadi Abro • Aug. 12, 2024

Canada’s rail networks edge closer to disruption

Soon after regulators said any labor action would be legal as early as Aug. 22, CPKC threatened to lock out some workers.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 9, 2024

Rivian already sees tailwinds from VW partnership

CEO RJ Scaringe said the EV maker expects to achieve more favorable pricing from its suppliers as a result of the deal.

By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 7, 2024

Continental mulls spinoff of its automotive business

The company cited the industry’s software-driven technology transformation as one of the reasons for the potential move.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 6, 2024

NXP Semiconductors’ inventory woes persist amid slow auto demand

The company's revenue was down last quarter as its plan to normalize inventory levels takes longer than expected. 

By Kate Magill • Aug. 5, 2024

Magna’s Volumes Hit by BMW, Ineos and Fisker Production Cuts

Scrapped production plans and an automaker shift back to gas and hybrid powertrains as BEV sales slow hurt auto supply giant's Q2 volumes.

By Paul Myles • Aug. 5, 2024

GM Ventures leads $39M funding round for battery technology startup

Addionics intends to use the funds to build its global workforce and expand manufacturing and commercialization efforts.

By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 1, 2024

Tesla recalls over 1.8M vehicles for faulty hood latch switch

Some vehicles’ software may fail to warn a driver that the lock assembly is unsecured.

By Eric Walz • July 30, 2024

Porsche supplier factory flood leads to aluminum shortage

The automaker expects disruptions to continue for several weeks, possibly leading to a manufacturing shutdown for certain vehicle series.

By Kelly Stroh • July 30, 2024

GHSP adds VP to stabilize auto supply chain

Ludwing Vergara outlined a four-pronged approach that includes improved cost modeling and closer stakeholder collaboration. 

By S.L. Fuller • July 26, 2024

GM resumes Missouri production after supplier strike

UAW Local 282 members walked off the job at seat manufacturer Lear Corp. this week, forcing the automaker’s Wentzville Assembly plant to stop production.

By Haley Cawthon • July 26, 2024

Elon Musk: CrowdStrike outage caused ‘seizure’ for auto supply chain

Tesla has deleted the cybersecurity software off all of its systems, the CEO said on the social platform X.

By Haley Cawthon • July 23, 2024

Construction project abandonments surge

A growing number of developments are also delayed, including VinFast's $2 billion facility in North Carolina. 

By Sebastian Obando • July 18, 2024

Stellantis recalls 332K vehicles to fix seat belt connector

The problem can prevent the front seat airbag from deploying as intended.

By Eric Walz • July 17, 2024

Volkswagen subsidiary PowerCo lands battery tech licensing deal

QuantumScape says its solid state battery technology can allow an EV to travel up to 500,000 kilometers (roughly 311,000 miles) without any noticeable loss of range.

By Eric Walz • July 15, 2024

GM shareholders deny 3 ethical supply chain proposals

Responding to the proposals, the automaker defended its existing practices for supplier agreements and operational policies.

By Kelly Stroh • July 15, 2024