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Courtesy of Polestar
Polestar 4 lineup adds upright SUV body style
European and Asian markets will get the Polestar 4 SUV, but U.S. customers lose out due to the EV brand’s exit from the market.
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Courtesy of Bentley Motors
Bentley confirms first fully electric model for September reveal
The EV, to be called Torcal, will join the British luxury brand’s Continental GT, Flying Spur, and Bentayga.
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Courtesy of Volvo Cars
For Volvo Cars, EVs are bright spot amid lackluster Q2
The automaker’s global sales slump for the April-to-June period stems from continued trading challenges, particularly in China.
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Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
Ford recalls 66K hybrid SUVs for missing pedestrian warning sounds
The recall expands an October 2025 recall for a software error that can prevent pedestrian warning sounds from playing at low speeds.
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Courtesy of ChargePoint
ChargePoint, Optimus Energy plan to expand EV charging network in Southeast US
Florida-based Optimus will act as owner-operator of the EV chargers, while ChargePoint will serve as the exclusive provider of hardware, software and services.
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Courtesy of General Motors
GM issues recall, stop-sale order for rear power seat fault in Cadillac Vistiq
The third-row power-folding seatback may fail to reverse when a person gets in the way.
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Permission granted by Yuriy Demidko
Fox Motors uses AI to tackle problems, capitalize on opportunities
The dealership group's former CIO, Yuriy Demidko, shared his favorite AI fixes with WardsAuto.
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Courtesy of Toyota
Toyota plans Tacoma production in Texas with $3.6B expansion
The automaker won’t yet say what portion of U.S.-bound Tacomas will shift from Mexico after the buildout, but the company plans to double its San Antonio factory footprint by 2030.
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Courtesy of Hyundai Motor Group
Hyundai, Kia unveil ‘Plasma Care UVC’ in-vehicle sanitization tech
The system uses a plasma lamp to reduce bacteria and other odor-causing microorganisms in the cabin, even while passengers are present, according to the automaker.
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Courtesy of Mercedes-Benz
2028 Mercedes-Benz VLE preview: Luxury EV challenges van preconceptions
Fully electric passenger van has a long, spacious cabin but drives like a smaller SUV.
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Courtesy of Toyota Motor UK
EV transition challenges auto supply chain resilience, Moody’s says
Legacy automakers have the added complexity of having to run different supply chains, for ICE, hybrid and EV powertrains.
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Courtesy of Nissan
How Nissan’s e-Power system radically simplifies hybrids
Nissan’s e-Power is the first mainstream hybrid system for the U.S. market with no mechanical connection between the engine and wheels.
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Courtesy of Serra Automotive Group
Serra Automotive Group grows with decentralized management
A dealer partner across the street from the auto group's latest CDJR acquisition made the store attractive, said president Matt Serra.
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Courtesy of Renault Group
Europe’s automaker body joins ‘Made in EU’ calls for UK inclusion
The ACEA welcomes the initiative but suggests moves to help automakers stay competitive.
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Courtesy of Edmunds
Ford recalls 741K SUVs, pickups for rollaway risk
The transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is moving, resulting in damage. The automaker expects a remedy will be available in April 2027.
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Courtesy of Telo Trucks
Michigan’s Schwab Industries signs on to help build tiny Telo electric truck
The contract manufacturer will help California startup Telo build steel bodies for its radical-looking EV mating full-size-truck utility with a Mini Cooper parking footprint.
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Courtesy of Volkswagen
Volkswagen unveils its first electric GTI
The front-wheel-drive EV wearing the celebrated hot-hatch badge made its debut at Nürburgring 24 Hours.
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Courtesy of BMW Group
BMW completes its $1.7B investment in South Carolina, debuts new X5
In addition to a vehicle assembly expansion, a new battery plant is ready to support production of EVs in the U.S.
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US blocks quick USMCA extension, putting annual review process into motion
The U.S., Mexico and Canada will continue negotiating about potential adjustments to the trilateral free trade agreement, which will remain in place until at least 2036.
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Courtesy of Ford
ColumnWhy are vehicle recall numbers so high?
Several large-scale safety debacles led to “a paradigm shift” in the way NHTSA tackles recalls. What's followed has been painful to automakers — and a mixed bag to dealers.
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Courtesy of SMMT
UK auto leaders call for reform of government emission targets
Industry representatives' survey warns emission targets, "Made in EU" uncertainty and energy costs threaten disaster.
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Courtesy of Jeff Wyler Automotive Family
Dealership group creates its AI solutions in-house
Jeff Wyler Automotive Family employees harness tech training to build AI tools that boost efficiency.
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Courtesy of Hyundai Motor America
Hyundai Motor America names VP of national sales
Steven Yandura will lead all aspects of vehicle sales and distribution in the U.S., including dealer relations, retail strategy and market representation.
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Courtesy of Ford Motor Company
Ford has entered a new phase of world HQ development
The automaker is renovating its 73-year-old Product Development Center into its new World Headquarters South.
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Permission granted by Bengt Halvorson
US bans EV maker Polestar over connected vehicle technology
The Department of Commerce withdrew authorization under the Connected Vehicle Rule, which restricts the import and sale of cars with such technology linked to China or Russia.
