Honda two-motor hybrid powertrain a well-balanced execution

Honda’s hybrid systems score well with our judges, with the propulsion system in the Civic Hybrid earning our 2025 kudos.

By Gary S. Vasilash • Oct. 17, 2025

Honda to invest $2.6M in advanced materials science lab at Ohio State University

The investment expands the automaker’s longstanding presence in the state.

By Kalena Thomhave • Oct. 17, 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

Charger Daytona propulsion system redefines the muscle car

The Daytona’s propulsion system is about a culture change, and the audacious engineers and designers who put in time and fought battles to make this wild car a reality.

By Drew Winter • Oct. 16, 2025

Toyota-led electric quadcycle project wins $20M UK funding

The solar-powered British-built micro-car is now entering the R&D phase and could one day compete with Citroën’s Ami. 

By Paul Myles • Oct. 16, 2025

Big V-8, powerful motor make BMW M5 electrifying

Adding a plug-in hybrid system to BMW’s venerable M5 only enhances the performance sedan’s motorsports-bred character.

By Bob Gritzinger • Oct. 15, 2025

Hybrid powertrain impressively propels diverse Lexus LX

The big Lexus SUV is a comfy driver, but the hybrid propulsion system means business.

By Gary S. Vasilash • Oct. 14, 2025

Aston Martin unveils flagship DB12 S ‘Super Tourer’

The British sports car brand pulled the wraps off its latest 200 mph+ long distance mile muncher.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 14, 2025

Amazon Autos expands used vehicle financing options

The e-commerce giant has partnered with Chase, Santander and Wells Fargo to give buyers additional lending choices.

By Larry Avila • Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Lucid Gravity propulsion system proves resistance is futile

The electric powertrain gives the new Gravity a range of 430 miles, quick-charging capabilities, and allows it to hit 60 mph from a standstill in 3.4 seconds. So what’s not to like?

By Dave Zoia • Oct. 13, 2025

Germany’s chancellor backs scrapping the planned ICE ban in Europe

Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Europe’s automakers need more time to transition to electric vehicles.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 10, 2025

Staying power: Ford’s F-150 hybrid system remains a winner

Driving proves the F-150 hybrid lives up to the hype. Our Lariat tester returned more than 22 mpg in our longer mixed-driving runabouts.

By Dave Zoia • Oct. 10, 2025

Mercedes-AMG E 53 powertrain makes for a thrilling ride

The plug-in hybrid powertrain in the high-performance subsidiary’s mid-large luxury sedan generates a combined 604 horsepower, but is still fuel-efficient.

By Drew Winter • Oct. 9, 2025

Renault issues consumer warning over UK supplier hack

The automaker said customers’ private data may have been compromised through a third-party data provider.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 9, 2025

Renault budget brand’s new EV to compete with Chinese rivals

Dacia unveils Hipster Concept aiming to maintain cheapest electric vehicle title.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 8, 2025

Keep ICE in Europe’s CO2 emissions drive: AECC

The association believes that a multi-energy approach can reduce greenhouse gasses and save jobs.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 6, 2025

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

The future of the grid: Simulation-driven optimization

Simulation apps speed up automotive R&D by making complex models accessible to all engineers.

By Bjorn Sjodin, SVP of Product Management, COMSOL • 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

13 state governors join coalition to promote EVs

The Affordable Clean Cars Coalition said it will push back against the Trump administration's policies of “putting polluters over people.”

By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 1, 2025

Lyft and May Mobility begin robotaxi service in Atlanta; Zoox gambles on Las Vegas

As Georgia’s capital becomes a prime destination for autonomous ride-hailing providers, Zoox launches in Las Vegas with its purpose-built robotaxi.

By Dan Zukowski • Sept. 30, 2025

IIHS publishes new EV safety ratings

Crash tests show solid driver protection, but back seat safety and headlight performance lag.

By Kalena Thomhave • Sept. 29, 2025

Shell unveils thermal fluid that could cut EV charging times to under 10 minutes

The oil giant’s EV-plus thermal fluid significantly reduces thermal stress on EV batteries, the company said, allowing for much faster charging.

By Kalena Thomhave • Sept. 26, 2025

How predictive data can reduce driving accidents and deaths

Smartphones and connected vehicle data can help traffic safety officials spot and fix accident hot spots, says a new report.

By Dan Zukowski • Sept. 25, 2025

Lyft and Waymo to bring robotaxi service to Nashville

The announcement comes shortly after the ride hailing service rolled out its first robotaxi pilot in Atlanta.

By Kalena Thomhave • Sept. 25, 2025

Hertz deployed an AI vehicle scanner. Then came the CX meltdown.

The technology was supposed to improve the vehicle damage inspection process. What went wrong?

By Michael Brady • Sept. 24, 2025