Stellantis Leaps Into Level 3 Driving

STLA AutoDrive enables automated driving at speeds up to 37 mph, reducing driver workload in stop-and-go traffic, Stellantis says.

By Jim Irwin • Feb. 21, 2025

Industry Voices | Maximizing AI Innovation in EV Manufacturing

Artificial intelligence is emerging as a key focus within the electric-vehicle industry. The high failure rate of AI projects can deter manufacturers from investing. Yet businesses can still benefit from unsuccessful trials.

By Ryan Sian • Feb. 19, 2025

Why Ford F-150 Lost Sales Crown to Toyota RAV4

The Ford F-150 lost its crown as best-selling model in 2024 to the Toyota RAV4 after leading sales for 42 years as consumers reduced their interest in recreational fullsize trucks and felt the pinch of rising sticker prices. Toyota’s lineup of ICE, HEV and PHEV versions of the RAV4 crossover was perfectly positioned for where the market moved.

By David Kiley • Feb. 19, 2025

Toyota Claims Third-Gen Fuel-Cell Powertrain Matches Diesel Durability

Boasting greater fuel efficiency, increased range, compact design, robustness and lower costs of production, the automaker's latest hydrogen fuel-cell system claims to cover applications from light passenger cars to heavy-duty trucks.

By Paul Myles • Feb. 19, 2025

Hydrogen ICE Initiatives Begin for Both Passenger Cars and Trucking

Korean automaker KGM plans new 2.0L hydrogen diesel vehicle while Mahle concentrates on cleaning up truck emissions.

By Paul Myles • Feb. 14, 2025

Upstream: Auto Industry Cyber Attacks Rising

Cybersecurity firm Upstream, which specializes in the auto industry, says cyberattacks are growing as more software-laden vehicles and electric-vehicle charging stations proliferate, expanding opportunities for bad actors trying to profit from ransomware.

By David Kiley • Feb. 13, 2025

Xpeng Joins China’s Invasion of U.K.’s Tariff-Free Auto Market

Industry observers closely watching effects of U.K's experiment with early BEV-only mandate, and no barriers to state-subsidized cars from China, on domestic automakers.

By Paul Myles • Feb. 12, 2025

EREVs Seen As Future of Fullsize Trucks

Despite early hype around battery-electric pickups, consumer reaction and easing mandates point to extended-range electric vehicles as the preferred powertrains.

By David Kiley • Feb. 11, 2025

Chinese Cars’ Quality Issues May Cost Russian Sales

Analysts say the cost of maintaining a Chinese car after five years of operation exceeds the price of a new vehicle.

By Eugene Gerden • Feb. 10, 2025

Industry Voices | The Road to 99.999%: Eliminating Blind Spots in Automotive Visual AI

An integrated approach to building models with data allows teams to take control of the development process, removing the obstacles that slow them down – and the blind spots that stall or kill projects.

By Jason Corso • Feb. 5, 2025

Industry Voices | Revolutionizing Cloud Car Testing Through Virtual Validation

Virtual vehicle validation is transforming automotive testing by addressing challenges like cost, compatibility and real-time performance to pave the way for safer, more efficient software-defined vehicles.

By Arnik Sarkar • Jan. 30, 2025

Hyundai Boosts R&D Capabilities in Europe

Korean automaker group invests in German R&D to aid development of its brands for the European markets.

By Paul Myles • Jan. 27, 2025

Renault’s Budget Brand Launches Latest Electrified Powertrain Strategy

Next-gen hybrid systems will make their debut in Dacia models while a second BEV model promised by 2027 despite sales collapse of its current compact SUV.

By Paul Myles • Jan. 27, 2025

Tesla Launches Refreshed Electric Model Y

The world’s top-selling battery-electric vehicle, Tesla’s Model Y, is refreshed for 2025 with sleeker styling, an improved battery and some interior upgrades.

By David Kiley • Jan. 24, 2025

Down to 0: Honda’s New Tech From Inside and Out

Honda taps tech suppliers to develop its new 0 Series EVs but will create its own software.

By Doug Newcomb • Jan. 24, 2025

Ram Plans Midsize Pickup for 2027

Stellantis, going through a brand and product-planning review, says it will build a gas-powered and/or hybrid midsized pickup at its Belvidere, IL, plant starting in 2027, while it has likely shelved the launch of the RAM REV electric truck due to declining demand for electric fullsize pickups.

By David Kiley • Jan. 23, 2025

Ecosystems All the Rage at CES 2025

Automakers no longer appear to be clinging to the concept of going it alone on new architectures and core software development in the transition to SDVs, leaning more and more on solutions-centric partnerships between tech companies and traditional suppliers to help guide them through all the complexity.

By David Zoia • Jan. 22, 2025

GAC’s BEV Sub-Brand With Huawei Could Bolster European Expansion

Automaker confirms plans for vehicle production with digital giant that may form part of its stated plans to target sales in Europe.

By Paul Myles • Jan. 17, 2025

Parking Lot Drive-In Theater Potential with Continental’s In-Cabin Projector

AI personalization promised with high-definition images projected onto vehicle windows used as cinema screens.

By Paul Myles • Jan. 16, 2025

Aston Martin Unveils Rag-Top Vantage Boasting Minimal Weight Gain

Designers of the Vantage Roadster emphasized lightweighting.

By Paul Myles • Jan. 15, 2025

CES Tech Highlights: Biodegradable Battery, Biofeedback Sensor and Holographic HUD

A battery that can be landfilled; a low-cost, easily packaged holographic head-up display; and a growing interest in monitoring drivers through brainwave activity are among the technical goodies spotted at CES 2025.

By David Zoia • Jan. 13, 2025

Despite Tariffs, BYD to Bring Compact BEV to Europe

B-segment Atto 2 is expected to be competitively priced at February launch, despite EU tariffs designed to level the playing field with subsidized Chinese BEVs.

By Paul Myles • Jan. 10, 2025

Renault Reboots Interior of Entry-Level Urban BEV

Twingo E-Tech prototype unveils retro-inspired cabin ahead of its series production in 2026.

By Paul Myles • Jan. 10, 2025

Industry Voices | New Rules for Battery Industry Success

Digitalization, including digital twins, automation and Data and Gen AI, is essential to unlock new innovations and commercialize them.

By Puneet Sinha • Jan. 9, 2025

What Europe Can Teach America About Road Safety: Killing by Design

The European Union has extensive legislation governing technologies and vehicle design specifically to build in safety features, not only for the vehicle occupants but also for other road users.

By Paul Myles • Jan. 8, 2025