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Waymo raises $16B in major funding round
The company’s robotaxi business tripled its annual volume to 15 million rides in 2025.
By Eric Walz • Feb. 3, 2026 -
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The top automotive industry trends to follow in 2026
With automakers navigating tariffs, a sea of regulatory changes, supply chain uncertainties and waning EV demand, we’ve rounded up articles that dive into the topics OEMs and dealers are watching.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 30, 2026 -
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NHTSA opens query into GM V-8 engine failures after 2025 recall
The agency is investigating whether GM’s remedy for engine defects, affecting nearly 600,000 SUVs and pickups recalled last year, resolved the mechanical issues.
By Kalena Thomhave • Jan. 30, 2026 -
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3 regulatory topics automakers should watch in 2026
Trade, safety and emissions standards are front and center as the Trump administration reshapes U.S. automotive policy.
By Kalena Thomhave • Jan. 29, 2026 -
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Tesla ending Model S, X production in Q2, CEO Elon Musk says
It’s the end of an era for the electric sedan and SUV as the company looks towards a future that includes autonomous driving, robotaxis, humanoid robots and AI compute clusters.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 29, 2026 -
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Sony Honda Mobility partners aligned on EV vision
It’s taken some effort to merge cultures from to two since its launch in 2022, but Sony Honda Mobility of America’s CEO says it’s going better than expected.
By Dave Zoia • Jan. 28, 2026 -
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Jaguar denies change in all-electric brand strategy
The automaker dismissed media reports suggesting later models of an upcoming sedan may have gasoline-assisted powertrains, saying a recent all-electric prototype was well-received.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 27, 2026 -
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NXP develops new tech to counter cyberattacks on software-defined vehicles
In an interview with WardsAuto, experts at the chipmaker said “post-quantum cryptography” technology could help isolate individual chips coming under attack.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 26, 2026 -
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GM’s Buick Envision production shifting from China to US in 2028
The onshoring of production is designed in part to mitigate tariffs that have driven up the price of the compact SUV and cut into sales.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 23, 2026 -
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Volvo EX60 BEV matches XC60 PHEV on range, charging time and price
Calling the EX60 a ‘game-changer,’ Volvo Cars says the midsize SUV is engineered to break down consumer resistance to electric vehicles.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 23, 2026 -
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Subaru Outback Wilderness review: Added comfort upgrades an already-capable model
The combination of on-road finesse and more off-road capability is important for Subaru Outback Wilderness owners, according to the OEM.
By Tanya Gazdik • Jan. 22, 2026 -
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Most OEMs reported sales growth in 2025 despite tariff-fueled headwinds
Ford Motor Co. reported its best sales year since 2019, while GM’s U.S. sales were up 6% year over year to 2.85 million vehicles.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 21, 2026 -
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Renault unveils Filante as its international flagship
The automaker hopes the flagship fullsize hybrid CUV will help it grow in Asia, Latin America and the Middle East.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 21, 2026 -
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Canada to reduce tariffs on China EVs
As part of a trade pact, the lowered levies would be available for 49,000 vehicles each year, with over 50% to be affordable models by 2030.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 16, 2026 -
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Sony Honda Mobility of America’s CEO remains confident in EV market
With the joint venture's Afeela model now in production, Shugo Yamaguchi told WardsAuto he expects the joint venture will turn a profit before the end of the decade — even if others are pulling back from electric vehicles.
By Dave Zoia • Jan. 16, 2026 -
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Mazda dresses up China-made electric SUV for Europe
The midsize CX-6e debuts in Brussels seeking to take on a EV market first dominated by the Tesla Model Y.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 14, 2026 -
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Rivian recalls nearly 20K vehicles over flawed rear suspension service procedure
The EV maker said it was aware of one crash involving a defective rear suspension toe link joint.
By Kalena Thomhave • Jan. 13, 2026 -
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Volvo claims new EX60 SUV will relieve range anxiety
Prelaunch testing suggests the EX60 has a maximum 503-mile range, which Volvo credits to technological advances such as high-efficiency e-motors that cut weight.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 9, 2026 -
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Deep Dive5 auto industry trends to watch in 2026
Heading into the new year, automakers are working to mitigate the impacts of tariffs while preparing for rapid technology advancements in the industry.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 8, 2026 -
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Volkswagen answers consumers’ call for more button controls
Buttons control many physical functions in the cockpit of VW’s compact electric entry-level hatchback, the ID.Polo.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 7, 2026 -
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Lucid, Uber and Nuro unveil jointly developed ‘global robotaxi’ at CES
The robotaxi is purpose-built for Uber’s ride-hailing network and features Nuro’s autonomous driving technology.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 6, 2026 -
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VW’s Gen.Urban driverless test mule begins German on-road trials
The research project in Wolfsburg aims to assess the vehicle's passenger trust levels despite a lack of steering wheel or pedals.
By Paul Myles • Jan. 6, 2026 -
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Toyota plans to sell 3 US-built vehicles in Japan in 2026
The move comes shortly after a tariff deal opened the door for vehicles assembled in the U.S. to be sold in Japan without further testing.
By Eric Walz • Dec. 22, 2025 -
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Stellantis set to make its mark at the Brussels Motor Show 2026
Automakers are finding the event in the Belgian capital increasingly influential for their new product launches.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 19, 2025 -
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Johnson Matthey bets big on hydrogen ICE
Automotive supplier opens new R&D center just as the EU relaxes its planned ban on new gas-powered vehicles.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 18, 2025
