Everything’s Big in TX

Lexus grows its lineup to include the 3-row TX, including the flagship model featuring a brand-exclusive 3.5L V-6 PHEV system capable of up to 33 miles of electric-only driving.

By Bob Gritzinger • Oct. 31, 2023

2023 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems Winner: Dodge Hornet R/T

This video clip highlighting the Dodge Hornet R/T was played during the recent ceremony celebrating the 2023 winners.

Oct. 30, 2023

Auto Industry Warns of Roadblocks to EV Growth

David Schwietert of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation says there are roughly 103 electrified models available in the U.S. today, but of these, fewer than 20 are eligible for tax credits or some other form of consumer incentive,

By Laura Syrett • Oct. 30, 2023

WardsAuto Podcast: Federally Funded Hydrogen Hubs Part of $50 Billion Investments

The U.S. government is allocating $7 billion for hydrogen hubs, part of $50 billion-plus in investments going toward building a hydrogen energy revolution.

By Wards Staff • Oct. 28, 2023

China Seeks ADAS Leadership

Consortia business strategy could make China the automated driving leader of the world.

By Graham Jarvis • Oct. 27, 2023

Alternative Data Unlocks Opportunity for Auto Lenders

There are many instances of Lending Enablement Solutions proving a borrower’s creditworthiness based on alternative data, even if a different institution rejected them.

By Matt Roe • Oct. 26, 2023

2023 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems Winner: Chevrolet Corvette Z06

This video clip highlighting the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 was played during the recent ceremony celebrating the 2023 winners.

Oct. 26, 2023

Used BEVs: Another Storm Cloud Ahead for Mass BEV Adoption

Used-BEV values are dropping like stones and over half of franchised dealers are refusing to retail them. Is this a momentary blip or does it indicate another roadblock to mass adoption, with many banks questioning residual values before welcoming BEVs as a substantial percentage of a loan portfolio?

By John F. Possumato • Oct. 25, 2023

2023 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems Winner: BMW M2

This video clip highlighting the BMW M2 was played during the recent ceremony celebrating the 2023 winners.

Oct. 24, 2023

Digital Twin Tech Targets Vulnerable Road Users

Digital twin development claims better cyclist, pedestrian ADAS using 5G connectivity.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 23, 2023

WardsAuto Podcast: Parsing 2023 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems Winners

On the WardsAuto Podcast, the judges of the 2023 Wards 10 Best Engine & Propulsion Systems give readers and listeners behind-the-scenes details about their choices.

By Wards Staff • Oct. 23, 2023

Can Car Dealers Trust AI?

“Right now, artificial intelligence is in no way a standalone tool” for replying to customer reviews, says Widewail CEO Matt Murray.

By Steve Finlay • Oct. 23, 2023

Quebec Battery Gigaplant to Expand Canada’s EV Footprint

The C$7 billion Northvolt battery project will attract significant government subsidies.

By Keith Nuthall • Oct. 23, 2023

Rising Tides of Demand: NOES Metals and the Global EV Industry’s Urgency

In this GlobalAutoIndustry.com Audio Interview "Rising Tides of Demand: NOES Metals and the Global EV Industry's Urgency" Ron Hesse speaks with Lisa Reisman, CEO of MetalMiner, which serves as the leading metal market price intelligence brand.

Oct. 23, 2023

DS First European Automaker to Push AI into Vehicles

DS Automobiles claims European first in bringing Microsoft's ChatGPT into its infotainment suite.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 20, 2023

Turmoil and Turbulence in the Powertrain Business

ICE vehicles will still represent 57% of the global car parc in 2050, including hybrids. So, synthetic fuels could play a major role in decarbonizing the fleet.

By John McElroy • Oct. 20, 2023

How Generative AI Is Impacting Auto Lending Compliance

For auto dealers and lenders, the regulatory focus on AI means more scrutiny of your lending operations for unfairness and discrimination, whether you use AI or not.

By Tom Oscherwitz • Oct. 19, 2023

Cruise Investigated After Driverless Robotaxi Injures Pedestrian

NHTSA is investigating four incidents involving Cruise autonomous vehicles and pedestrians in San Francisco.

By Dan Zukowski | Automotive Dive • Oct. 18, 2023

U.S Names Hydrogen Hubs to Help Convert Heavy Trucks to Fuel Cells

The U.S. government has identified hydrogen hubs that will be built across the country to drive adoption of fuel cells for heavy trucks, replacing most diesel.

By David Kiley • Oct. 18, 2023

Omoda Brings Flagship BEV to Europe Next Year

Another Chinese electric-vehicle maker targets the European market with its premium product.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 16, 2023

WardsAuto Podcast: Automakers Are All In on BEVs, But Dealers Aren’t

By the middle of the next decade, two-thirds of new-vehicle sales will be battery-electric-vehicles if current government mandates stay in place, but dealers are not willingly going along with that plan.

By Wards Staff • Oct. 16, 2023

2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness Tackles Ruts and Rough Terrain

Subaru is boosting its off-road chops with the '24 Crosstrek Wilderness.

By David Kiley • Oct. 16, 2023

Hydrogen Truckmaker Reveals Flexible Modular Platform

UK hydrogen fuel-cell truck company unveils new modular heavy-duty vehicle platform claiming up to 370-mile refuel range.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 13, 2023

The Economic Renaissance of the EV Movement

Here's what dealers should know about the revolution of EVs.

By Stephanie Valdez Streaty • Oct. 13, 2023

Blown Away: BMW’s 3.0L I-6 Impresses with Turbo Power

BMW returns to our list with its powerful and responsive S58 twin-turbo inline 6-cyl. in the M2 coupe.

By Bob Gritzinger • Oct. 13, 2023