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  • The front view of the Renault Scenic EV plugged in for charging.
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    Renault Group cancels Ampere IPO

    The automaker planned to spin off its EV and software business in the first half of 2024.

    By Jan. 31, 2024
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    Wieland to expand Illinois copper production plant

    The project will help increase the production of critical components used in EVs and EV charging infrastructure.

    By Joelle Anselmo • Jan. 30, 2024
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    Trendline

    Automotive Manufacturing

    Production strategies are changing rapidly as tariffs and shifts in consumer buying patterns affect the industry.

    By WardsAuto staff
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    Automotive industry outlook for 2024

    Executives are adjusting plans as they deal with economic headwinds, a web of federal mandates and the fallout of the United Auto Workers deal.

    By Michael Brady • Jan. 30, 2024
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    Stellantis acquires CloudMade’s AI technology for software-defined vehicles

    More than 40 engineers and software developers will join the automaker as part of the deal.

    By Michael Brady • Jan. 26, 2024
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    SK Battery America cited for safety, health hazard violations at Georgia plant

    The Labor Department found the battery maker exposed workers to hazardous conditions when working with nickel, cobalt and manganese.

    By Sara Samora • Jan. 25, 2024
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    Could 2024 be the year of LFP batteries?

    As automakers push for alternative EV battery options, experts say LFP, solid-state and sodium-ion batteries are worth watching in the year ahead.

    By Kate Magill • Jan. 24, 2024
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    Qualcomm’s Digital Chassis Takes Hold

    Many of the seeds Qualcomm planted a year ago with its Snapdragon system on a chip appear to be coming to fruition, as its Digital Cockpit business now is said to be firmly in ramp-up mode.

    By David Zoia • Jan. 23, 2024
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    Courtesy of Cummins.

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    Cummins to spend $580M to upgrade North Carolina plant

    The new equipment will expand the Rocky Mount plant’s ability to produce gasoline and propane engines.

    By Sara Samora • Jan. 22, 2024
  • Goodyear tires are displayed at a Goodyear Tire center September 23, 2005 in Wheeling, Illinois.
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    Goodyear names former Stellantis exec CEO

    Mark Stewart, former chief operating officer of North America at Stellantis, will lead the automotive supplier’s corporate transformation as it seeks a return to profitability.

    By Michael Brady • Jan. 22, 2024
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    ZF Axing up to 12,000 Jobs in Germany

    The automotive supplier is cutting up to 12,000 jobs and closing two plants in Germany as it moves operations to lower-cost countries.

    By Greg Kable • Jan. 19, 2024
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    Stellantis invests in sodium-ion battery startup Tiamat

    The technology uses no lithium or cobalt and could help Stellantis reduce its dependence on other countries, including China, for EV battery materials.

    By Michael Brady • Jan. 16, 2024
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    The UAW won big for future EV battery plants

    The United Auto Workers agreements with GM, Ford and Stellantis will likely increase labor costs for the Big Three as more EV battery plants open. 

    By Kalena Thomhave • Jan. 16, 2024
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    New Jersey law holds EV battery makers responsible for old batteries

    It’s the first battery extended producer responsibility law in the U.S. to include EVs.

    By Megan Quinn • Jan. 12, 2024
  • The e-Corner System installed on the left front wheel of an Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV.
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    Hyundai Mobis unveils ‘e-Corner System’ EV drive technology

    The technology allows a vehicle to move laterally and diagonally, as well as perform stationary 360-degree pivot turns.

    By Jan. 11, 2024
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    Continental’s Face Recognition Now Inside and Outside the Vehicle

    Two-stage biometric access system opens doors, starts drive systems and allows in-car payment services.

    By Jan. 10, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    3 EV trends shaping the auto industry in 2024

    GM, Ford and others are retooling production plans amid slowing EV demand, while also working to move more suppliers and production to the U.S.

    By Michael Brady , Jan. 9, 2024
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    Continental Brings Bling to the Infotainment System

    Partnership with Swarovski sees a jewel-like display grace the dashboard.

    By Jan. 9, 2024
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    Auto suppliers sitting on surplus semiconductors, chip company says

    Mobileye said its customers hold millions of excess units to hedge against shortages and are now working through the inventory.

    By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 9, 2024
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    China-based EV makers tap Nvidia for AI tech

    Automakers in China have been racing to produce autonomous vehicles with high-tech infotainment.

    By Michael Brady • Jan. 9, 2024
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    Continental Ready to Bring L4 Autonomy to Truckers

    Partnership with Aurora claims "dual engineering" fail-safe systems answer safety concerns over driverless technology.

    By Jan. 7, 2024
  • The LG widescreen display in the Mercedes-Benz EQS electric sedan.
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    Just 1 in 4 automakers ready for software-defined vehicles

    Over half of automakers preferred a proprietary software model, while suppliers and tech firms preferred a mix of open-source and proprietary vehicle software, an AlixPartners survey found.

    By Michael Brady • Jan. 5, 2024
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    CHIPS and Science Act not enough to strengthen the semiconductor industry: CSCMP report

    The industry group's recent report stressed the need for more investment to fortify the country's chip supply.

    By Kate Magill • Jan. 5, 2024
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    GM to provide $7,500 incentive for EVs that lost tax credit eligibility

    The move aims to help General Motors dealers sell EVs until more of its models are eligible for federal clean energy vehicle tax credits.

    By Michael Brady • Jan. 4, 2024
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    Cummins reaches $1.7B settlement with EPA, California for emissions violations

    The Justice Department accused the engine maker of installing parts that exceeded emissions standards in 630,000 Dodge Ram pickup trucks.

    By Sara Samora • Jan. 4, 2024
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    Tesla loses EV sales crown to BYD in Q4, despite annual sales record

    The change in quarterly sales rankings signals growing competition in China and other major markets.

    By Jan. 3, 2024