ZETA warns of economic risk of tariffs on EV supply chain

Tariffs introduce uncertainty into an EV supply chain that companies are investing billions of dollars in, according to the trade group.

By Eric Walz • April 3, 2025

Senators Trying to Remove Canada From Trump Crosshairs

U.S. Senators from four states may force the Trump Admin. to back away from imposing tariffs on Canada or risk losing his ability to impose tariffs and take other actions under the premise of protecting the U.S. in a “national emergency.”

By David Kiley • April 2, 2025

Trump installs 10% baseline tariff, country-specific duties

The new duties will not be stacked on top of automotive-specific tariffs set to begin April 3, and exemptions for USMCA-compliant products remain in effect.

By Phil Neuffer • April 2, 2025

VW Deal Another Step in Mobileye’s Autonomous-Drive Journey

The Israeli developer will collaborate with France’s Valeo on Level 2-plus ADAS technology that will be featured on VW’s high-volume MQB platform. Mobileye’s Surround ADAS system is the first step in what the company sees as a ladder of technology leading to affordable, Level 5 autonomy by the end of the decade.

By David Zoia • April 2, 2025

Manufacturing economy stalls amid tariff confusion

The industry is bracing for the impact of the Trump administration's upcoming "Liberation Day," on April 2, set to bring a slew of widespread tariffs.

By Kate Magill • April 1, 2025

WardsAuto Podcast: How Auto Manufacturing Can Respond to Trump Tariffs

Senior Editor David Kiley and manufacturing expert David Pate discuss the new tariffs and how they will impact every automaker and parts producer in the U.S., and strategies for coping.

By Wards Staff • March 31, 2025

Cleveland-Cliffs lays off more than 1,200 workers as tariffs hit demand

A number of North American steel manufacturers are struggling to deal with the impacts of the Trump administration’s trade policy.

By Kate Magill • March 31, 2025

Honda fined $632K for violating California Consumer Privacy Act

A state enforcement agency said the automaker made customers share excessive personal information with third parties without providing contract terms.

By Eric Walz • March 31, 2025

U.S. Imposes 25% Tariffs on Foreign-Made Cars

The increased duties will go into effect April 2, President Donald Trump said Wednesday.

By Kelly Stroh • March 27, 2025

​US auto tariffs begin, parts tariffs to start May 3

A 25% import tax is being applied to foreign vehicles, though a federal register notice clarifies foreign parts will be taxed at a later date.

By Kelly Stroh • Updated April 3, 2025

Tariffs, seasonal demand drive flatbed trucking rate increases

Companies are racing to stockpile steel and other goods amid tariff whiplash, sparking rising costs in for the products' transportation.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 26, 2025

NVIDIA Adds Magna to ADAS Roster

NVIDIA is adding Magna, the fourth-largest Tier 1 auto supplier in the world by revenue, to its roster of partners to develop ADAS technology the same week that it added General Motors to its growing list of partnerships.

By Wards Staff • March 21, 2025

Nissan, SK On announce $661M EV battery supply deal

The automaker will use the batteries for electric vehicles manufactured at its assembly plant in Mississippi.

By Kelly Stroh • March 20, 2025

GM Partners with NVIDIA for Next Gen AI

General Motors is expanding its business with chipmaker NVIDIA for several applications of AI, from self-driving vehicles to more efficient manufacturing at its plants.

By David Kiley • March 19, 2025

Tariffs are paused for USMCA-compliant goods. How can companies qualify?

Businesses that previously found pursuing USMCA treatment cost prohibitive are scrambling to determine if they meet the trade deal’s requirements.

By Phil Neuffer • March 19, 2025

Mercedes Uses AI and Humanoid Robotics in Production Overhaul

Investment in US-based Apptronik sees new Google-developed Gemini AI models and humanoid robots integrated in new automation process.

By Greg Kable • March 18, 2025

VW in Talks with Ecarx to Expand Digital Cockpit Deal

Volkswagen is talking with Chinese supplier Ecarx to integrate the company’s digital cockpit platform into the German automakers vehicles in key global markets.

By Greg Kable • March 17, 2025

Toyota subsidiary to acquire Radius Recycling in $907M deal

The deal is expected to expand Toyota’s closed loop system for materials like steel, precious metals and batteries used by automotive manufacturers. 

By Jacob Wallace • Updated July 11, 2025

Industry Voices | An Opportunity to Give EVs a Soul

The battery pack not only defines the effectiveness of pretty much every parameter for the vehicle, but also the price.

By James Eaton • March 14, 2025

Auto industry hails EPA emissions rollback

However, a representative for the Electric Vehicle Association called the Trump administration’s action “unfortunate.”

By Larry Avila • March 14, 2025

Northvolt’s Swedish Gigafactory Goes Bankrupt

Europe's once-poster child for domestic auto battery production finally shuts shop as it runs out of cash.

By Paul Myles • March 12, 2025

Trump reverses Canada steel, aluminum tariff hike

The new duties will go into effect Wednesday as part of a broader action against imports of the two metals.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated March 11, 2025

Toyota halts RAV4 production in Japan after deadly explosion at supplier

The disruption should not impact the automaker’s production of the vehicle in the U.S., a company spokesperson said.

By Larry Avila • March 7, 2025

Trump extends tariff pause to all USMCA goods

Imports from Mexico and Canada that are compliant with the trade deal will not be subject to tariffs until April 2.

By Phil Neuffer • March 6, 2025

Trump Spares the Rod, Republicans Offer Carrot

The Trump White House gives automakers a one-month exemption on paying new tariffs on incoming goods, but Republicans are still trying to drive more manufacturing back to U.S.

By David Kiley • March 6, 2025