Is Dassault’s real-time spatial computing the next big auto leap?

The software specialist claims its virtual twin could accelerate automakers’ product speed to market.

By Dave Zoia • Nov. 20, 2025

NXP’s CoreRide SDV platform headed for production vehicle

The plug-and-play software allows automakers to focus on more value-added and market-differentiating applications for their future cars and trucks.

By Dave Zoia • Nov. 18, 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

Industrial M&A ramps up as tariffs settle in, interest rates drop and funds are flush

Private equity and strategic buyers are increasingly competitive acquirers in multiple manufacturing sectors, including automotive. Deal experts predict much more activity as the market heats up into 2026.

By Cole Rosengren • Nov. 14, 2025

Tesla recalls nearly 13K Model Y, Model 3s for battery hardware defect

Company investigators determined that the battery pack contactors can fail while the vehicle is moving, resulting in a loss of propulsion.

By Kalena Thomhave • Nov. 12, 2025

How a source-focused, used vehicle acquisition strategy drives profitability

Discover how a more source channel-focused acquisition strategy improves used vehicle department profitability.

Nov. 10, 2025

GM, Stellantis pivot from EVs to build more ICE vehicles

As electric vehicle adoption slows in the U.S. and federal grants dry up, automakers and suppliers are shifting their focus.

By Larry Avila • Nov. 7, 2025

Supreme Court questions Trump’s tariff powers in landmark case

Several justices seemed skeptical of the Trump administration's claims of broad tariff authority under a 1977 emergency powers act.

By Antone Gonsalves • Nov. 7, 2025

Infotainment systems integrating AI-powered chat bots

Cerence claims to supply its artificial intelligence-powered conversational voice assistant tech to more than 80 automakers and Tier 1 suppliers worldwide.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 7, 2025

O’Reilly Automotive prioritizes supplier health to fight tariffs

The auto parts retailer is working closely with its partners to buffer for any potential impact, including by assessing their financial stability and product quality.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 5, 2025

Hyundai, Toray Industries to study advanced materials for future mobility

The R&D deal marks an expansion of the two companies' existing partnership, which led to the development of a carbon fiber-reinforced plastic.

By Larry Avila • Nov. 5, 2025

US manufacturing dips despite improved demand: PMI

Production deteriorated after expanding in September as tariffs and policy uncertainty continue to weigh on manufacturers across industries.

By Nathan Owens • Nov. 4, 2025

Driving through tariffs: How automotive supply chains stay in gear amid policy shifts

Flexibility keeps automotive supply chains running—no matter how trade winds shift.

By Joe Greek • Nov. 3, 2025

Ford recalls 1.4 million vehicles for faulty rearview cameras

The automaker has issued more than a dozen recalls since January to address backup camera problems.

By Kalena Thomhave • Oct. 31, 2025

US, Japan sign framework for critical mineral supply

Within the next six months, both countries plan to take steps toward selecting and funding projects that can deliver mineral products to buyers.

By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 31, 2025

Mazda, Nippon Steel partner on CX-5 body design, production

The co-creation effort also aims to enhance the procurement process by selecting a Nippon manufacturing plant near Mazda's assembly facility.

By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 29, 2025

Trump to raise Canada tariffs by 10%

The announcement comes days after trade talks with Canada were suspended over an anti-tariff TV ad featuring parts of a 1987 speech by then-U.S. President Ronald Reagan.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 25, 2025

Security experts offer advice on how to avoid a cyber shutdown that crippled JLR factories

Cybersecurity specialists from Upstream and Aeris share strategies to help prevent automakers from halting vehicle production.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 24, 2025

Ford faces up to $2B quarterly hit from Novelis plant fire

The automaker is preparing to boost production of its F-Series trucks with its aluminum supplier coming back online sooner than expected. 

By Larry Avila • Oct. 24, 2025

Partnerships most likely way to monetize SDVs, says 5G expert

Consumers are not the low-hanging fruit for automakers according to Barbara Pareglio, GSMA smart mobility lead.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 22, 2025

US formalizes tariffs on trucks, buses

A 25% duty on trucks and 10% levy on buses will begin Nov. 1, but some equipment manufacturers — including automakers — may qualify for cost offsets.

By Phil Neuffer , Edwin Lopez • Oct. 18, 2025

Used vehicle prices rose slightly in September: Cox Automotive

Data showed brisk sales in Q3, but challenges lay ahead for Q4.

By Jim Henry • Oct. 17, 2025

Trump plans fresh China tariffs in response to rare earth export controls

The 100% duties will begin Nov. 1 and stack on existing levies, the president said Friday, seemingly squashing a monthslong trade truce.

By Phil Neuffer • Oct. 10, 2025

Novelis faces extended production disruption after fire, impacting auto supply chain

The major aluminum sheet maker will keep the hot mill in its Oswego, New York, plant closed until early 2026.

By Antone Gonsalves • Updated Oct. 15, 2025

Renault issues consumer warning over UK supplier hack

The automaker said customers’ private data may have been compromised through a third-party data provider.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 9, 2025