Honda unveils next-gen electrification tech, new hybrid vehicle platform

The new technologies are slated to appear in vehicles sold in the North America market in the second half of the 2020s.

By Eric Walz • Nov. 18, 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

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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

In automotive lending, AI and people are better together

Technology should empower, not replace, human judgment. AI can predict probabilities, but people understand possibilities.

By Aaron Bickart • Nov. 17, 2025

Volvo eyes potential for growing US vehicle production

The automaker’s CEO said that more vehicles will be built at its plant in Ridgeville, South Carolina, to boost North American sales and mitigate tariffs.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 12, 2025

Nissan packs looks, technology into new Sentra

To our eyes, the all-new sedan appears fresh, larger and more upscale than its predecessor and other competitors in the segment.

By Gary Witzenburg • Nov. 12, 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

BMW beats profit forecast as CEO rails against EU’s zero-tailpipe mandate

The automaker is focused on sales growth with its iX3 SUV, the first of its Neue Klasse lineup of EVs.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 10, 2025

Infotainment systems integrating AI-powered chat bots

Cerence claims to supply its artificial intelligence-powered conversational voice assistant tech to more than 80 automakers and Tier 1 suppliers worldwide.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 7, 2025

Toyota saw strong sales in Q2, increases full-year profit forecast

Hikes in volume car sales in the U.S. and Japan help the automaker weather import tariff headwinds.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 6, 2025

Autobahn Fort Worth’s luxury franchises add Cadillac dealerships

Group President Brendan Harrington said Autobahn’s Texas acquisitions provide vehicle solutions for the entire family.

By Alysha Webb • Nov. 5, 2025

Hyundai, Toray Industries to study advanced materials for future mobility

The R&D deal marks an expansion of the two companies' existing partnership, which led to the development of a carbon fiber-reinforced plastic.

By Larry Avila • Nov. 5, 2025

First drive: 2026 Polestar 4 EV puts offbeat appeal in view

Loaded with fresh technology and push-pull design compromises, it’s a lot to take in on a quick first drive. Go tell EV shoppers that.

By Bengt Halvorson • Nov. 5, 2025

Volkswagen’s Q3 woes: Tariffs, Porsche’s ICE bet, slim EV profits

Trading headwinds will not deflect the automaker from ongoing cost-cutting as it considers a new U.S. Audi plant.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 4, 2025

AutoNation reduces its exposure to low-margin EVs

The megadealer is looking to increase luxury-brand sales to boost profits going into the new year, CEO Mike Manley said on the company’s earnings call.

By Jim Henry • Nov. 4, 2025

Mercedes-Benz shrugs off profit drop to focus on top-segment vehicles

While restructuring costs and worker layoffs dented its balance sheet, growth in luxury vehicle sales boosted the automaker’s confidence.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 3, 2025

Ford recalls 1.4 million vehicles for faulty rearview cameras

The automaker has issued more than a dozen recalls since January to address backup camera problems.

By Kalena Thomhave • Oct. 31, 2025

Stellantis, Applied Intuition partner on ‘intelligent vehicle infotainment’

The California company will provide its hardware platform and “Cabin Intelligence” software for the automaker’s global portfolio.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 29, 2025

Volvo Cars beats profit forecast in Q3

The company's turnaround plan is showing early promise thanks to a wave of job cuts and continued sales success from its XC60 mid-size SUV.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 29, 2025

Automotive industry conferences to watch in 2026

Expected focus areas of the industry events next year include electric vehicles, hybrid powertrains, battery technology and the expansion of vehicle software and connectivity.

By Eric Walz • Updated Feb. 2, 2026

Horse Powertrain CEO: Automakers need plug-and-play powertrain solutions

As EV demand slows, the Renault-Geely joint venture showcases its drop-in hybrid and range-extender options for OEMs to help meet consumer demand.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 27, 2025

GM plans to launch ‘eyes-off driving’ in 2028

In addition to upgrading its Super Cruise driving system next year, the automaker said it will adopt a new centralized vehicle computing platform by 2028.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 24, 2025

Security experts offer advice on how to avoid a cyber shutdown that crippled JLR factories

Cybersecurity specialists from Upstream and Aeris share strategies to help prevent automakers from halting vehicle production.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 24, 2025

Hyundai dual-motor propulsion system makes Ioniq 9 quick, long-distance family hauler

Hyundai’s three-row all-electric CUV is a speed demon in disguise, thanks to a propulsion system with more than 400 hp and 500 lb.-ft. of torque, plus boasting impressive range.

By Christie Schweinsberg • Oct. 22, 2025

Partnerships most likely way to monetize SDVs, says 5G expert

Consumers are not the low-hanging fruit for automakers according to Barbara Pareglio, GSMA smart mobility lead.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 22, 2025

ZR1 V-8 earns Corvette a rare three-peat win

As impressive as 1,064 hp is, the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1’s ability to quietly cruise also caught our judges’ attention.

By Bob Gritzinger • Oct. 21, 2025