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Hyundai boosts US investments to $26B through 2028

The automaker aims to significantly expand its domestic manufacturing footprint, including steel production and robotics.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 27, 2025

Rivian readies for next evolution with R2 launch

With lessons learned from its first generation vehicles, the EV maker is banking on scale to reduce costs and drive profits.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 26, 2025

Explore the Trendline➔

Artificial Intelligence

Automakers and dealers alike are increasingly seeing the use case for AI within their operations. Explore some use cases in this trendline.

By WardsAuto staff

Royal Farms to expand EV charging network across Maryland

The retailer is bringing charging stations to eight more c-stores in its home state alongside manufacturer Electrify America.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 25, 2025

Kettering University student Ian Gibson is building the future—one circuit at a time

Electrical Engineering student Ian Gibson is advancing GM’s vehicle programs and driving innovation in sustainable mobility.

Aug. 25, 2025

Hertz is now selling used vehicle inventory on Amazon Autos

The company is offering used vehicles at non-negotiable prices, often below Kelley Blue Book suggested retail value.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 21, 2025

Silicon Valley startup Tensor unveils a personal ‘RoboCar’

The company plans to deliver the Level 4 autonomous vehicle to customers in the second half of 2026.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 20, 2025

DOT relaunches EV charging fund with stripped-down guidance

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said he does not "agree with subsidizing green energy," but he will run the NEVI program "efficiently." 

By Robert Walton • Aug. 18, 2025

California launches $55M state program to expand public EV charging

The state announced the program days before the Trump administration unfroze federal funds to support EV charging infrastructure after a court ruling.

By Kalena Thomhave • Aug. 18, 2025

Trump says semiconductor tariffs to come next week

The president indicated that duties on chips would be “approximately 100%” earlier this month.

By Phil Neuffer • Aug. 15, 2025

BMW appoints new head of US technology office

Stefan Gerhaeusser will lead BMW’s Silicon Valley-based research and development operation, swapping positions with the former head of the division.

By Kalena Thomhave • Aug. 14, 2025

Waymo readies its robotaxis for winter weather

The company has tested its autonomous ride-hailing vehicles in Boston, New York City and Philadelphia. Can they handle snow, ice and winter storms?

By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 13, 2025

Lucid-led coalition seeks to boost critical minerals sourcing

The partnership between the automaker, producers and refiners is meant to accelerate and stabilize electric vehicle supply chains.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 11, 2025

Nissan partners with Electrum to ease home EV charging

Advisors will help the automaker’s customers compare bids from contractors and identify incentives to help offset EV charger installation costs.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 8, 2025

Toyota invests more than $50M in Arizona testing center

The improvements to the desert facility reflects the automaker’s drive to do business “where it sells.”

By Kalena Thomhave • Aug. 7, 2025

Trump plans 100% tariffs for semiconductor imports

Chips are one of several product types currently under Section 232 investigation by the White House, a frequent precursor to duties.

By Phil Neuffer • Aug. 7, 2025

Ford recalls 56K F-150 pickups for seat belt warning chime

The latest recall is the automaker’s 94th in 2025, the highest-ever for an automaker in a given year.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 6, 2025

Amazon Autos adds CPO, used Hyundai vehicles to its online marketplace

The e-commerce site lets dealers reach more customers, many of whom expect an omnichannel car buying experience when purchasing a new or used vehicle.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 4, 2025

Tariffs – the turning point of manufacturing in America

We’re entering an era where no one strategy will dictate American manufacturing – how do you thrive?

By Emily Arnott, Content Marketing Manager • Aug. 4, 2025

Supplier expects to benefit from $16.5B Tesla, Samsung AI chip deal

Graphjet Technology says growth in U.S. semiconductor manufacturing is timely for its planned expansion in Nevada.

By Larry Avila • July 29, 2025

Uber to add 20,000 self-driving Lucid Gravity SUVs to its ride-share platform

The luxury-electric SUVs will be outfitted with Level 4 autonomous driving technology developed by California-based Nuro.

By Eric Walz • July 22, 2025

Ionna tops 3K contracted battery charging bays with new partnership

The Wawa c-store chain is the latest company to join the automaker-led joint venture aimed at expanding EV charging infrastructure.

By Larry Avila • July 22, 2025

May Mobility’s robotaxis will come to 2 more US cities this year

The company will integrate its autonomous vehicles with Uber and Lyft.

By Dan Zukowski • July 17, 2025

GM’s Ultium Cells battery plant in Tennessee to add production of low-cost LFP cells

The automaker is targeting significant cost savings for EVs compared to its current high-nickel battery chemistries.

By Eric Walz • July 16, 2025

A new era: Unleashing the potential of manufacturing

Manufacturing is at a crossroads. Down one path? Stagnation. The other? Big opportunity via tech.

July 14, 2025

Ford recalls 200K vehicles for backup camera display fault

Nearly all of the recalled models are suspected of having defective SYNC 3 infotainment software.

By Eric Walz • July 11, 2025