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How Ford flags assembly line defects with IBM’s AI-powered inspection tools
The automaker has installed computer vision-based inspection technology at 17 of its North American manufacturing facilities.
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Lucid enables hands-free driving in the Gravity SUV
The software update adding the feature to some Gravity models also brings navigation, headlight and charging improvements.
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Ford, Bloomberg investing $5M to train technicians at Detroit schools
Ford says the U.S. auto industry will need more than 350,000 new technicians by 2029 to keep pace with rapid vehicle technological shifts, including 7,000 in Michigan.
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2027 Audi Q7 and SQ7 debut bolder look, building brand upward
The third-generation luxury SUV gains a six-passenger layout while Audi leaves room for a larger and more luxurious Q9.
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Electrified vehicles boost EU sales in April
Both legacy and emerging brands from China saw double-digit year-over-year growth in hybrid and electric new-car registrations.
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ColumnAutomakers: Catch up to China Speed!
Once again, Detroit needs to swallow its pride and go back to school, John McElroy writes.
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Robust demand for Volvo Cars’ EVs eases global sales slump
Fully electric models are the automaker’s only growth segment, amid early signs of a recovery in the U.S.
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Lotus launches most powerful 4-cylinder Emira 420 Sport
The track-day focused gasoline sports car breaks cover claiming 0-62 mph in under four seconds.
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Deep DiveIn Canada, aborted EV projects raise questions over supply chain subsidies
Several huge EV battery supply-chain projects in Canada have been mothballed, while the country continues to lay the groundwork for more prospects.
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Chevrolet dealer acquires bankrupt Cadillac store in New Jersey
New co-owner Andy Guelcher sees big mobile service opportunities.
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Nissan UK in talks to build China’s Chery brand passenger cars
The MoU between the automakers could help Nissan use excess U.K. production capacity, as a contract manufacturer for Chery.
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Volvo Cars can continue to sell vehicles in the US despite China links
The automaker, which is owned by China-based Geely, said it had worked with the U.S. Department of Commerce to gain specific authorization.
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Big auto retailers’ growth strategy includes selling dealerships
Penske, Group 1 and Lithia have shown it isn't just acquisitions that drive shareholder performance.
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Why Western OEMs are falling behind China in SDV development
Automakers' decision to keep software defined vehicle architecture in-house or outsource it is only part of "a really strategic decision."
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Hyundai is helping set dealers up for mobile service
The automaker sees mobile service vans as a way of extending the dealership experience — and potentially expanding service capacity.
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Stellantis plans bargain basement EVs for Europe by 2028
The automaker aims to chase a share of Europe’s small urban EV market with vehicles priced starting well under $20,000.
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Port of Charleston to increase automotive cargo capacity
The port plans to enhance its rail infrastructure and vessel parking areas to support automakers moving parts for just-in-time supply chains.
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UAW strike at Michigan supplier to GM seeks amends for 2008
Wages and benefits that have been left behind by inflation prompted a strike that could threaten the production of a range of Chevy and GMC pickups.
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Stellantis turns to industry partners for developing its next-gen vehicle platform
Expanded technology partnerships aim to help the automaker grow with software-defined vehicles and advanced autonomous driving tech.
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2026 Lexus ES review: Sedan finds your electric comfort zone
The Toyota luxury brand is offering similarly styled hybrid and fully electric versions — with AWD available for both.
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Stellantis pumps over $1B into Peugeot production in France
French brand is the first of automaker's four global brands to get the new STLA One platform for EV and hybrid models.
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Scaling up: What dealers should know about Stellantis’ big product revamp
The automaker’s U.S. investment focuses on Chrysler, Dodge, Ram and Jeep, adding seven more models under $39,000 by 2030, including smaller Ram trucks and new compact Chrysler and Dodge SUVs.
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Profile // Wards 10 Best AwardsChevrolet Corvette ZR1X speaks loud and clear
A striking mix of metal, leather and carbon fiber elevates the interior of this performance machine. You feel it as soon as you sit inside.
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NHTSA probe targets 115K Rivian vehicles over rear suspension issue
The agency’s Office of Defects Investigation received two reports last year of rear toe link separation while driving involving the R1S SUV, resulting in one crash.
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US sets Taiwan tariffs at 15% on auto parts, wood, aircraft parts
The finalized agreement is narrowly focused on Section 232 tariffs, as outlined in a January framework accord with Taiwan.
