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Trump sets fresh 10% global tariff — and plans to increase further
The new duties will go into effect Feb. 24, although the president has since signaled he will raise the rate to 15%.
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Supreme Court invalidates Trump tariffs based on emergency powers
In a 6-3 decision, the court rejected President Trump's claim that a 1977 law gave him the authority to impose broad tariffs globally.
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Stellantis takes $26B write-down over EVs, sells stake in battery JV for $100
LG Energy Solution paid Stellantis $100 for nearly half of the mammoth battery plant that was created as part of a CAD $5B battery venture across the river from Detroit.
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‘A very rare opportunity’: Fletcher Jones nabs BMW dealership in Southern California
It’s rare to find a single-point, family-owned luxury franchise for sale in an affluent market. Now, the new owners are looking to leverage it by improving the customer experience.
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Lithia zigs toward older used cars while others zag
Lithia Motors’ president and CEO says some of its dealerships don't charge enough for older used cars and should sell more — while rivals like AutoNation and Penske Automotive are old-car skeptics.
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Stellantis names former GM exec to lead purchasing and supplier quality for North America
Marcelo Conti spent the past 11 years at General Motors, most recently as the automaker’s head of purchasing for interior, exterior and thermal products.
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ColumnAutomakers and dealers rely on each other. Can they get along better?
As hot-button issues like direct-to-consumer sales flare up, WardsAuto’s Steve Finlay spoke with dealership and OEM executives for tips on how to improve the ever-important relationship.
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JLR clears distinct powertrain paths for Jaguar, Land Rover despite financial losses
The decision to sell only battery-electric Jaguars means the automaker will have to decide whether to compete as a small-volume, high-end brand — or target volume in the long-run, according to one analyst.
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Toyota C-HR review: A sporty and stylish EV
The automaker’s third U.S. EV delivers 287 miles of range and standard AWD for less than $40k.
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AutoNation wants cheaper used cars — but not too cheap
CEO Mike Manley says inventories featuring cars under $30,000 would benefit consumers and uphold AutoNation's brand image.
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Honda took a $1.7B write-off on EVs, now it’s restructuring for them
Facing what it calls “decelerating EV market growth,” the automaker is putting its R&D subsidiary in charge of development to react more quickly to trends.
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FCA US recalls 80,000 Jeep Grand Cherokees for rear coil springs that can detach
The vehicles include some models that were repaired as part of a June 2023 recall for the same issue.
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Penske Automotive saw premium luxury sales miss targets in Q4 2025
The dealership group says the result was the product of tariffs, stalled EV sales in the U.S. and weakness in the U.K. market.
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Trump’s EPA scraps greenhouse gas emissions standards
The agency said its action would rescind the electric-vehicle "mandate" in place under the former Obama and Biden Administrations.
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Tariffs, supplier fire continue to batter Ford
Confusion over the start date for auto part levy offsets caused the automaker to incur higher costs than it originally expected.
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Ohio-based dealership group moves into ultra-luxury realm
In January, the Wyler group acquired Midwestern Auto Group, which includes ultra-luxury brands Ferrari, Lamborghini, Rolls-Royce and others, giving its clients an opportunity to move upmarket.
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Trump administration moves to require 100% domestic materials in EV chargers
Renewable energy advocates say the proposal would further delay the buildout of charging station infrastructure and undermine U.S. competitiveness.
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Europe sees auto rankings shuffle amid modest growth
Hybrids surged in total registration numbers, while Volkswagen overtook Tesla as the top battery-electric vehicle maker and China rose to a top 5 source of production.
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Mercedes-Benz shifts autonomous driving tech in 2026 S-Class
The U.S. market will see Mercedes-Benz’s Drive Pilot tech, which was meant to be a level 3 system, replaced by the "newer" Level 2++ MB Drive Assist Pro driver assistance system.
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NY Fed says subprime auto loans gain in Q4, but remain below pre-pandemic levels
Subprime auto loans' share staged a comeback — with ups and downs — as auto lenders and dealers balanced, and re-balanced, volume versus risk.
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Toyota unveils three-row BEV Highlander; kills gas, hybrid versions
The battery-electric Highlander underscores the automaker's belief in public acceptance of electrification.
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US automakers’ EV challenges are hardly surprising, says one industry watcher
Curt Hopkins, CEO of a platform for investing in collector cars, said global differences in consumer demand, technology stacks and driving preferences all contributed to the industry’s woes.
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Asbury Automotive posts record revenues despite new DMS, M&A costs
CEO David Hult said 2025 saw a lot of distractions, but nonetheless, the group was able to record an $18 billion revenue year.
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Subaru takes a $233M loss, points to tariffs
The last quarter of 2025 also brought wide-ranging manufacturing changes in Japan and North America, as Subaru swapped locations for its Forester and Outback and readied to build EVs.
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Deep DiveAuto dealers seek more policy wins in 2026, including curtailing direct sales
At NADA Show 2026, the trade group rallied its members against automakers' direct-sales plans, saying the plans could turn partners into competitors.
Updated Feb. 10, 2026
