US caps Taiwan tariffs at 15%

The limit would apply to both reciprocal and sector-specific duties, per the Commerce Department, although the implementation timeline remains unclear.

By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 16, 2026

US manufacturing activity drops to lowest point of 2025: PMI

Weak demand and tariff effects are weighing on manufacturing companies nationwide, including those making transportation equipment.

By Nathan Owens • Jan. 7, 2026

Honda buying LG Energy Solution’s stake in Ohio EV battery plant building for $2.85B

The transaction includes the building and infrastructure assets related to the battery joint venture, but excludes the land and equipment.

By Eric Walz • Jan. 5, 2026

US plans fresh China semiconductor tariffs for 2027

The duty rate will be set at least 30 days before the implementation date and stack on top of existing levies, per a Federal Register filing.

By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 5, 2026

USMCA review: 5 supply chain issues the US plans to address

The United States won’t “rubber stamp” an extension of the pact next summer and will instead look to fix a few structural issues, per U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.

By Phil Neuffer • Dec. 22, 2025

Ford cancels $6.5B battery supply contract with LG Energy Solution

Last week, the automaker also dissolved its BlueOval SK battery joint venture with SK On as it shifts away from EVs.

By Eric Walz • Dec. 19, 2025

Hyundai Steel brings in $582M Posco investment for Louisiana mill

As global automakers in the U.S. seek domestic supply, steel manufacturers are moving in. The electric arc furnace project will supply steel plates for automakers such as Hyundai and Kia.

By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 18, 2025

Johnson Matthey bets big on hydrogen ICE

Automotive supplier opens new R&D center just as the EU relaxes its planned ban on new gas-powered vehicles.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 18, 2025

Suppliers look to leverage EIS tech for EV battery management

Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy technology can be used for early detection of potential battery failures.

By Dave Zoia • Dec. 15, 2025

Ford, SK On dissolving BlueOval SK battery joint venture

The automaker’s planned investment in the joint venture announced in 2021 was the largest-ever manufacturing commitment in company history, Ford said at the time.

By Eric Walz • Dec. 12, 2025

FCA US recalls over 72,000 Ram trucks for blank instrument cluster displays

The digital instrument displays, which show important safety information, may be blank at startup or while driving.

By Kalena Thomhave • Dec. 12, 2025

Nexperia spat shows automotive supply chains vulnerable to geopolitics

Manufacturers must guard against production disruptions resulting from other potential international dustups, says Moody’s Supply Chain Director Sapna Amlani.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 5, 2025

Honda recalls nearly 257K Accord Hybrid models for software defect

Due to a programming error by Honda’s supplier, the integrated control module can reset while driving, leading to a loss of power.

By Kalena Thomhave • Dec. 5, 2025

GAC starts European vehicle production with Magna

Aion V electric SUVs begin rolling off the assembly line at Graz, Austria, hoping to sidestep EU import tariffs.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 4, 2025

Ford recalls nearly 230K Bronco SUVs over blank instrument cluster displays

The digital display, which shows critical vehicle information, may fail to power up at startup due to a software error.

By Kalena Thomhave • Dec. 3, 2025

AI design helping automakers match China’s speed-to-market

Neural Concept is growing its client base by promising production speed, efficiency and razor’s-edge technology.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 3, 2025

Novelis resumes operations after second fire at New York plant

The aluminum supplier to the auto industry said the facility has continued to ship finished material to Ford Motor Co., a primary customer.

By Antone Gonsalves • Nov. 26, 2025

British thermal specialist claims 10-minute EV fast-charge breakthough

Charging times to rival ICE refueling is the promise of Hydrohertz's battery-pack cooling system that also claims better range and vehicle safety.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 21, 2025

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