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Used vehicle price increases begin to slow as shoppers eye older cars
EVs remain the outperformers though, even as a flood of them returns from lease, according to Manheim's latest used-vehicle value index.
By Jim Henry • Sept. 11, 2026 -
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Horse Powertrain opens first US office in Detroit
The powertrain company said it can help automakers cut costs amid rapidly changing consumer demand.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 11, 2026 -
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Automakers are evaluating their long-term strategies, revisiting their product mix, and approach to both retail and manufacturing approach along the way.
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Ford invests $1B in its key Kentucky plant for truck, SUV production
The new paint shop for Ford’s highest-revenue assembly plant will boost efficiency, the automaker said.
By Bengt Halvorson • Sept. 10, 2026 -
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Polestar’s EV concept teases new design language
The brand says its Formula 2030 concept, recently teased in a preview photo, will share design features with Polestar 2 and Polestar 7 models.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 10, 2026 -
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VW Group plans more ‘rugged vehicles’ for US amid sweeping restructure
Volkswagen says concentrating investment on fewer models globally will enable it to achieve higher volumes for individual vehicles, reduce costs and create greater economies of scale.
By Greg Kable • Sept. 9, 2026 -
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Tesla faces federal probe over Cybercab rollout
The EV maker hasn’t played by the administration’s own exemption rules or shown why its robotaxi is better without mirrors, pedals, or a steering wheel.
By Bengt Halvorson • Sept. 9, 2026 -
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JLR confirms 4,000 job cuts, citing ‘significant challenges’
The automaker is opening a voluntary reduction program for management and salaried employees, which it hopes will achieve the cuts within two years.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 8, 2026 -
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Carvana’s Stellantis dealers compete for nationwide sales
It’s created a service gap that represents an opportunity for other Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram dealers.
By Alysha Webb • Sept. 8, 2026 -
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Volkswagen advances restructuring plan that could cut 50K jobs
The company also plans to reduce its model portfolio by 50% by 2035, with the North American market shifting towards higher-margin vehicles.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 4, 2026 -
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Hyundai building a ‘data flywheel’ to strengthen its SDV capabilities
Data collected from millions of vehicles globally will be used to accelerate Level 2+ autonomous driving capabilities and enhance AI-enabled in-vehicle infotainment systems.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 4, 2026 -
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2027 Range Rover Electric launches with $180K First Edition
The new flagship luxury SUV arrives a year later than planned but is ready for Tesla Superchargers and wading through nearly three feet of water.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 4, 2026 -
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Hyundai to begin delivering robotaxis to Waymo in Q4
The companies are integrating Waymo’s autonomous driving technology stack into the Ioniq 5 electric SUV.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 3, 2026 -
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Volvo’s global sales decline continues
The automaker’s sales show a 7.4% YoY drop on a rolling three-month basis, nearly double that of the previous period.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 3, 2026 -
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Auto finance in Q2 reflects boom in hybrid sales
Hybrids are surging in popularity; their monthly payments are lower on average than EVs and internal combustion engine models.
By Jim Henry • Sept. 3, 2026 -
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Stellantis appoints new Fiat CEO, shuffles execs for Europe
Arnaud Belloni returns to the group from Renault as CEO of Fiat while Xavier Peugeot takes on Jeep.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 2, 2026 -
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Electrical issue prompts recall of 27K Lucid Air EVs
Nearly all of the Air sedans Lucid has delivered in the U.S. have been recalled for an issue with its lighting system — but a fix has already been pushed out over the air.
By Bengt Halvorson • Sept. 1, 2026 -
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Hyundai, Amazon Autos aim for international expansion
At this time the automaker and e-commerce tech giant's online sales partnership remains limited to the U.S.
By Bengt Halvorson • Sept. 1, 2026 -
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Electrified powertrains drive EU new-vehicle registrations higher in July
Automakers with a strong portfolio of powertrain options beyond gas and diesel are topping the sales tables, according to Jato Dynamics.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 31, 2026 -
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Honda, Nissan to partner on standardized vehicle hardware and software
The electrical/electronic architecture and jointly developed ECUs and software are planned for the companies’ next-generation SDVs in fiscal year 2029 and beyond.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 31, 2026 -
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Sponsored by COMSOL, Inc.Express delivery: Simulation app speeds up electric truck battery design
See how Volvo Trucks has accelerated the design of its long-lasting, high-performance batteries.
By Brianne Costa • Aug. 31, 2026 -
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Lotus cuts YoY losses by 63% in H1 2026
The newly unified company sees a revenue boost from a cost-cutting business strategy and strong China sales.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 28, 2026 -
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Volvo will enable new connected safety features in its EVs with OTA update
The automaker’s electric EX90, ES90 and XC60 models get four additional alerts and improved audio.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 27, 2026 -
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Hyundai targets sales growth by looking for whitespace
The automaker is finding opportunities by simply filling in its market gaps, with new model entries to include extended-range EVs, off-road SUVs and performance models.
By Bengt Halvorson • Aug. 27, 2026 -
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Lotus merges production and electrified mobility wings
The British performance brand seeks production efficiencies as it focuses on a hybrid future.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 26, 2026 -
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Walmart’s own EV charging network picks up the pace with 100th station
Although off to a slow start in its self-branded EV-charging buildout, the retail giant plans thousands of locations and says they already span 20 states.
By Bengt Halvorson • Aug. 26, 2026
