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  • Ford Explorer EV 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 Dec. 10, 2025
  • Volvo EX30 Single Motor 2026
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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
  • Kia Telluride 2027
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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 Dec. 9, 2025
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    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 Dec. 9, 2025
  • Lucid Gravity Touring 2026 BEV Action
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    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 Dec. 8, 2025
  • Zeekr 7X 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 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 Dec. 5, 2025
  • ACEA Stock Pick
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    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 Dec. 5, 2025
  • GAC Aion V Magna Graz Plant Austria
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    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 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 Dec. 1, 2025
  • Toyota RAV4 Prime 2023
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    Toyota recalls over 1M vehicles over backup camera issues

    The recall includes more than three dozen Toyota and Lexus models.

    By Dec. 1, 2025
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    Shifting 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 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 Nov. 25, 2025
  • Jeep Recon Moab Trim 2026
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    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 Nov. 25, 2025
  • Tesla electric vehicle receives over-the-air software update.
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    Opinion

    Why automakers are rethinking over-the-air update strategies

    Vehicle manufacturers are reconfiguring their software strategies to ensure costs better align with returns from the promising technology.

    By Mike Gardner • Nov. 24, 2025
  • Hyundai Palisade HEV Calligraphy 2026
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    First drive: 2026 Hyundai Palisade HEV makes a good thing better

    Despite being more expensive than the gas-powered version, the automaker claims its better fuel economy will see buyers recoup those dollars within two years.

    By Tanya Gazdik • Nov. 21, 2025
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    British thermal specialist claims 10-minute EV fast-charge breakthough

    Charging times to rival ICE refueling is the promise of Hydrohertz's battery-pack cooling system that also claims better range and vehicle safety.

    By Nov. 21, 2025
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    Carvana on target to sell 3M cars in next 5-10 years

    The mega-dealer group’s acquisition of auction site Adesa is starting to pay dividends, per a recent earnings call.

    By Nov. 20, 2025
  • TOYOTA Hilux BEV 2026
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    2026 Toyota Hilux pickup launches in Europe as double cab

    The automaker responds to consumer demand and promises BEV and hydrogen fuel-cell versions.

    By Nov. 19, 2025
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    Bentley abandons plans to build only EVs by 2035

    The luxury brand is responding to consumer demand for ICE and hybrid powertrains.

    By Nov. 19, 2025
  • Two women standing in front of a red Explorer SUV in a Ford dealership showroom.
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    Ford to sell certified pre-owned vehicles on Amazon Autos

    As part of a new partnership with the e-commerce giant, customers can purchase a CPO Ford vehicle online, then pick up in-person at a local dealer.

    By Nov. 18, 2025
  • The aluminum body structure that will underpin Honda's future mid-size hybrid vehicles.
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    Honda unveils next-gen electrification tech, new hybrid vehicle platform

    The new technologies are slated to appear in vehicles sold in the North America market in the second half of the 2020s.

    By Nov. 18, 2025