Used Electric-Vehicle Market Taking Shape Globally

Cox Automotive says used-EV inventories are expanding in tandem with new-EV sales growth driven in part by Inflation Reduction Act incentives.

By Keith Nuthall • May 15, 2023

Drop in BEV Interest Should Fire Up Dealers

Dealers who educate customers on BEV savings can spark sales.

By Alysha Webb • May 12, 2023

UAW Strike Hits Ohio Battery Supplier

Customers for Clarios batteries include a broad range of vehicle manufacturers from makers of heavy trucks to light vehicles as well as aftermarket outlets such as AutoZone.

By Joseph Szczesny • May 10, 2023

Mini Previews Battery-Electric Cooper E, SE Hatchbacks

New technology brings added performance potential and greater range for the compact hatchback.

By Greg Kable • May 9, 2023

The Software-Defined Vehicle of Today and Tomorrow

At Level 3 and higher levels of autonomy, drivers will have more opportunity to interact with the infotainment system safely.

By Jack Sim • May 9, 2023

Mazda Moves Upscale With 2024 CX-90

Mazda makes a strong bid for consideration in the large premium CUV segment with the ’24 CX-90, offering an upscale interior, high-tech options and a new 3.3L turbo I-6.

By Bob Gritzinger • May 3, 2023

BEVs Take Six Spots on 2023 Wards 10 Best Interiors & UX Winners List

Brands taking home wins in 2023 include BMW, Cadillac, Ford, Genesis, GMC, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Land Rover and Nissan.

By Wards Staff • May 2, 2023

Integrating Digital Payments into Vehicles

Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.The next major step for connected cars is about integrating payments.By essentially making the car a payments platform, people – both driver...

By Graham Jarvis • May 2, 2023

BEV Owners Seeing Residual Values Nose-Dive, Says Study

Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.A UK study claims battery electric vehicles are depreciating so fast that some lose more than half their value in just three years.The resea...

By Paul Myles • April 27, 2023

BMW’s Latest 5-Series Promises Electrifying Performance

Wards drives the electric-powered BMW 5-Series prototype ahead of a planned unveiling and U.S. sales of the brand’s eighth-generation sedan later this year.

By Greg Kable • April 25, 2023

Cupra Launches its First SUV Coupé BEV

Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Seat’s performance BEV brand, Cupra, has unveiled its first SUV coupé claiming up to 335bhp and a 0-62mph sprint time of under six seconds.T...

By Paul Myles • April 24, 2023

JLR Taps Elektrobit for Next-Gen Automotive Operating System

The deal marks another key win for Elektrobit, which also worked closely with Sony on the smart-cabin software for the upcoming Sony Honda Mobility Afeela sedan.

By Wards Staff • April 19, 2023

Cummins Commits More than $1B to Cleaner-Air Projects

Cummins has a substantial interest in helping decarbonize the nation’s truck fleets. Over half of all medium- and heavy-duty trucks on the road in the U.S. today use engines built by the Columbus, IN-based company.

By Joseph Szczesny • April 19, 2023

A Loophole Big Enough to Drive an EV Through?

The new Treasury Department rules exclude most EVs and PHEVs from the full $7,500 new-vehicle tax credit, but the department has ruled that all commercially leased EVs and PHEVs qualify for the $7,500 tax credit for the lessor.

By John F. Possumato • April 19, 2023

Magna Lands Engineering, Production Deal for Electric Off-Roader

The contract represents a deepening relationship between Magna and U.K.-based INEOS Automotive.

By Wards Staff • April 17, 2023

2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Combines Fuel Economy, Utility

The ’23 Corolla Cross Hybrid brings solid fuel economy to the growing subcompact CUV category.

By David Kiley • April 14, 2023

Prius Prime Adds All-Electric Power to Sleeker, Peppier Prius

The ’23 Prius Prime gets both a flattering exterior makeover and an invigorated powertrain.

By David Kiley • April 13, 2023

India EV Market: Update 2023

In this GlobalAutoIndustry.com Audio Interview "India EV Market: Update 2023", Ron Hesse speaks with Nabeel Khan, Founding Editor of ETAuto.com, part of The Economic Times of India.

April 11, 2023

2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Combines Cool Style, High Efficiency

Hyundai’s latest battery-electric vehicle is a unique offering, not easy to come by in today’s sea of look-alikes.

By Christie Schweinsberg • April 11, 2023

Electric-Vehicle Charging Starts at the Dealership

It’s best to look for a partner that can take on the full scope of the project, from selecting and buying chargers, to navigating regulations and rebates, to installing and maintaining chargers. This will help keep costs in check, and your accountants will thank you.

By Rich McNulty • April 10, 2023

Ram 1500 REV Raises Range Stakes for BEV Pickups

The Ram 1500 REV won’t be the first electric truck on the market, but its range and towing numbers should make it very competitive.

By David Kiley • April 10, 2023

BlackBerry Invests to Boost Automotive AI Capabilities

Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.BlackBerry is hoping to drive forward its AI automotive data capabilities with a strategic investment into Michigan specialist CerebrumX Lab...

By Paul Myles • April 7, 2023

Electrification Not Only Clean-Mobility Solution, Tavares Says

Consumers have demonstrated a preference for the automobile even though alternative modes of transport, such as public transportation and bicycles, have been around for more than a century, Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares says.

By Paul Myles • April 6, 2023

Genesis Shows CUV Coupe Concept at New York Auto Show

Genesis Motor Cars, the luxury brand from Hyundai, shows a concept CUV coupe at the New York auto show.

By David Kiley • April 5, 2023

Critical Battery Minerals May Help Nurture Canada’s EV Sector

Stellantis and Volkswagen plan EV battery plants for Ontario, while the Canadian government is developing more processing capacity for minerals critical for EV batteries.

By Keith Nuthall • April 5, 2023