LG brings Xbox, Zoom to vehicle software platform

The company aims to bring its Automotive Content Platform to 20 million vehicles by 2030.

By Kalena Thomhave • Oct. 6, 2025

Welcome to the new WardsAuto

We have a new website as a result of our combination with Automotive Dive. Here's a reminder of our mission.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 3, 2025

Aisin ups European sustainable auto production

The Tier 1 supplier pledges more localized production capacity in its drive to net zero CO2 manufacturing.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 1, 2025

Ford recalls 115K F-Series trucks for steering control risk

The automaker said it’s not aware of any accident or injuries related to the condition.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 1, 2025

Beyond the panel: Insights from BOE IPC 2025 on smart cockpits and AI displays

This year’s conference was not only a showcase of new products, but it also marked a strategic shift in which displays are evolving from passive visual interfaces into intelligent, interactive hubs.

Sept. 29, 2025

Bosch cuts 13,000 jobs citing tariffs, competition and hydrogen stall

The supply giant reacts to over-production in diesel and hydrogen amid pressures from tariffs and foreign rivals in European markets.

By Paul Myles • Sept. 26, 2025

Sustainability still the path forward, says GKN

Despite a pullback on electrification in the U.S. auto industry, and a possible pullback in Europe, the supplier says embracing sustainability still makes sense.

By Christie Schweinsberg • Sept. 25, 2025

Mahle CEO says Europe at a crisis point in ICE ban decision

Mahle CEO Arnd Franz spells out the dangers to the Continent’s legacy automakers unless regulators wake up to market realities.

By Paul Myles • Sept. 24, 2025

Magna names chief financial officer

The automotive supplier said Philip Fracassa’s operational experience will help the company to drive growth.

By Larry Avila • Sept. 22, 2025

Trump administration ponders adjusting scope of auto part, steel and China tariffs

Federal agencies are reviewing whether to expand the list of goods covered by levies enacted under Section 232 and 301.

By Phil Neuffer • Sept. 19, 2025

Toyota recalls 94K EVs for windshield defogger malfunctions

Among the problems are electrical compressor failures that can lead to condensation build-up on the windows and reduced visibility.

By Eric Walz • Sept. 18, 2025

Lear taps Palantir software for manufacturing operations

The Tier 1 seat supplier will use the AI-powered platform for 5 years as it looks to accelerate industrial automation.

By Eric Walz • Sept. 17, 2025

US kicks off consultation process for USMCA review

Shippers have 45 days to submit comments evaluating the free trade agreement governing cross-border trade between the U.S., Mexico and Canada.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 16, 2025

Ford issues largest recall of 2025: Over 1.4 million vehicles for backup camera fault

The automaker has recalled over 2.5 million vehicles for rearview camera problems since January.

By Eric Walz • Sept. 16, 2025

JLR Suppliers Facing Bankruptcy Over Cyber Shutdown

Automaker battles to restore IT services for third week as suppliers run out of cash.

By Paul Myles • Sept. 15, 2025

Suppliers Squeezed by Tariffs Seek OEM Customers’ Help

The AlixPartners consultancy estimates 80% of the cost of the tariffs ultimately will go into the price of a new vehicle, raising its average price by more than $1,700.

By Joseph Szczesny • Sept. 15, 2025

Automotive Dive and WardsAuto combine: new site and newsletter coming soon

Starting in October, readers will be able to access both publications’ work under a unified WardsAuto website and redesigned newsletters, as part of a larger combination.

By Edwin Lopez • Updated Oct. 1, 2025

Bridgestone Americas continues probe as it looks to restore operations

The tiremaker disclosed a cyberattack just days after Jaguar Land Rover was impacted by a major hack that also disrupted production at certain locations. 

By David Jones • Sept. 12, 2025

Mercedes-Benz, LG Energy strike $11B EV battery supply deal

The two contracts are the largest order to date for the company’s cylindrical 46-series cells, according to news media reports. 

By Eric Walz • Sept. 11, 2025

Supreme Court to hear Trump’s tariff legality case in November

The high court granted an expedited review of an appellate court finding that the president's sweeping tariffs were illegal.

By Antone Gonsalves • Sept. 9, 2025

Feds arrest 475 at Hyundai’s EV battery factory jobsite

The project in Georgia is the future home of the automaker's $4.3B battery factory co-owned by LG Energy Solution.

By Zachary Phillips • Sept. 9, 2025

Tier 1 supplier Astemo Americas to open new regional headquarters in Michigan

The company says the new campus will help it meet growing demand for more complex vehicle software to support advanced driver assist systems and electrification.

By Eric Walz • Sept. 9, 2025

Energy Department allocates $60M for two critical mineral programs

The Trump administration’s latest funding plans target rare earth magnet development and evaluation of domestic ore deposits.

By Antone Gonsalves • Sept. 8, 2025

Exclusive: Mega Cast Construction Saves on Vehicle Repairs, Study Finds

A two-year study by Thatcham Research suggests benefits for automakers, consumers and their insurers.

By Paul Myles • Sept. 5, 2025

US enacts Japan tariff deal

Automakers will pay just a 15% tariff instead of the 25% section 232 tariff for vehicles and auto parts deemed “products of Japan.”

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 5, 2025