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Deep DiveToyota focuses on personality with its all-hybrid 2026 RAV4 lineup
Sport, Rugged and Core designs offer three “emotional grades” and highlight the automaker’s emphasis on putting customer needs at the core of business decisions.
By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 17, 2025 -
Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
Ford abandons F-150 Lightning, looks to gasoline range extender replacement
The Blue Oval brand will pivot toward ICE and hybrid powertrains as CEO Jim Farley announces a $19.5 billion EV write-down.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 17, 2025 -
Courtesy of Rivian
Rivian recalls nearly 35,000 electric delivery vans over seat belt issue
The EV maker attributes the safety defect to misuse of the driver-side seat belt.
By Kalena Thomhave • Dec. 17, 2025 -
Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
Ford scraps EV plans, shifts to hybrids, EREVs and low-cost models
The automaker will focus its North American EV development on a new family of smaller, highly efficient and less expensive models.
By Eric Walz • Dec. 16, 2025 -
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Consumers returning to ICE vehicles, EY global study suggests
EVs and hybrids are losing ground among motorists searching for their next vehicle, the data shows.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 16, 2025 -
Courtesy of Rivian
Rivian unveils AI-powered driverless tech with big upgrades
The company’s future hands-free driving system will be supported by a new in-house-designed processor and other AI-powered software enhancements.
By Eric Walz • Dec. 15, 2025 -
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5 electrified takeaways from the 2025 LA Auto Show
Automakers made up for the relative dearth of luxury models by showing off a variety of electrified vehicles and SUVs.
By Bengt Halvorson • Dec. 11, 2025 -
Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
Ford recalls over 100K Escape SUVs for issues with liftgate hinge covers
All of the affected vehicles are equipped with an optional panoramic glass roof.
By Eric Walz • Dec. 11, 2025 -
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Ford teams with Renault to bring new EVs to Europe
Partnership hopes to cut vehicle production and development costs as competition builds from China.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 10, 2025 -
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First Drive: The 2026 Volvo EX30 is exactly what the market needs
In both RWD and AWD Cross Country forms, the EX30 family points the way to stylish and affordable compact EVs.
By Bengt Halvorson • Dec. 10, 2025 -
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LA Auto Show vehicles reveal dealers must prepare for electrified future
With myriad electrified powertrain options now on the market, automakers told WardsAuto they are committed to boosting training for dealer sales staff.
By Alysha Webb • Dec. 9, 2025 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
Stellantis CEO backs ‘achievable’ CO2 targets for the EU
Antonio Filosa is urging European regulators to follow the lead of the U.S. in reacting to consumer demand for "technological neutrality” of passenger vehicles.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 9, 2025 -
Courtesy of Lucid Motors
2026 Lucid Gravity Touring gets closer to Earth
The rollout of a more affordable version gives the Lucid Gravity EV a better chance to click with families.
By Bengt Halvorson • Dec. 9, 2025 -
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Rush to beat fed EV tax break still weighs on market: Experian
Deals signed off before Sept. 30 continue to percolate through to vehicle sales.
By Jim Henry • Dec. 8, 2025 -
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Zeekr launched in Germany as U.K. EV charge-per-mile wins backing
Premium brand confident of sales in Europe's biggest auto market.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 8, 2025 -
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Nexperia spat shows automotive supply chains vulnerable to geopolitics
Manufacturers must guard against production disruptions resulting from other potential international dustups, says Moody’s Supply Chain Director Sapna Amlani.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 5, 2025 -
Courtesy of European Automobile Manufacturers’ Assn. (ACEA).
Hybrids top EU new car registrations through October
Meanwhile, BEVs have recorded year-on-year increases but still remain below regulator targets, said the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Assn.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 5, 2025 -
Courtesy of GAC International
GAC starts European vehicle production with Magna
Aion V electric SUVs begin rolling off the assembly line at Graz, Austria, hoping to sidestep EU import tariffs.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 4, 2025 -
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Tariffs swing volumes up and down for auto haulers
Carriers and brokers serving automakers face volatile demand, driving them to focus on what they can control.
By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 3, 2025 -
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Carter Myers Automotive moves into Maryland with Toyota and Hyundai acquisitions
Virginia-based dealership group likes smaller cities where its culture thrives.
By Alysha Webb • Dec. 1, 2025 -
Courtesy of Toyota Motor Co.
Toyota recalls over 1M vehicles over backup camera issues
The recall includes more than three dozen Toyota and Lexus models.
By Kalena Thomhave • Dec. 1, 2025 -
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Sponsored by Amazon AdsShifting gears: How to drive stronger connections as consumer behaviors change
Insights to help automotive marketers engage buyers across shifting trends.
Dec. 1, 2025 -
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Grappone Auto Group secured for the family as daughter buys out dad
Amanda Grappone Osmer sells off Toyota franchise to keep control of the group for future generations.
By Alysha Webb • Nov. 25, 2025 -
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Honda recalls more than 400K Civics due to risk of wheel detachment
Some accessory wheels available to the model were manufactured without the steel inserts that keep lug nuts secure.
By Kalena Thomhave • Nov. 25, 2025 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
The new electric Jeep Recon promises capability and performance
The Moab hero model reaches North American markets next year, boasting premium off-road handling and supercar on-road acceleration.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 25, 2025
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