Automakers

Toyota Europe CEO views company as a ‘European OEM’

Yoshihiro Nakata says its manufacturing partners in the U.K., Japan and Turkey should be recognized as “Made in EU” under a legislative proposal.

By Paul Myles • June 15, 2026

FCA US recalls over 1M Jeep Wranglers, Gladiator pickups over fire risk

The recall includes a park outside warning due to the fire risk from overheated power steering system electrical components.

By Kalena Thomhave • June 12, 2026

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Artificial Intelligence

Automakers and dealers alike are increasingly seeing the use case for AI within their operations. Explore some use cases in this trendline.

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Mitsubishi reveals Eclipse Sportback EV based on the Nissan Leaf

A fully electric model under the Eclipse nameplate will be the next to arrive in a series of steps toward the brand’s U.S. renewal and sales growth.

By Bengt Halvorson • June 12, 2026

Audi Nuvolari supercar revealed as brand’s fastest road car ever

The limited-production hybrid combines a Lamborghini-built twin-turbo V8 gas engine with three electric motors for a top speed of over 217 mph.

By Greg Kable • June 12, 2026

Nearly 1K workers to vote on GM, Ford supplier’s proposal to end strike

Employees represented by UAW Local 2093 will vote on the proposed contract presented by Dauch Corp., formerly known as American Axle & Manufacturing, on Sunday.

By Sara Samora • June 11, 2026

GM debuts ‘Energy Pass’ to help its EV customers manage public charging

The automaker is providing a single unified experience instead of having to use multiple public EV charger apps and payment methods from competing companies.

By Eric Walz • June 11, 2026

Stellantis launches driverless pilot program in Luxembourg

The automaker has teamed up with Pony.ai and Bolt to trial autonomous technology on the nation’s city streets.

By Paul Myles • June 11, 2026

Used EV values are rallying, and the timing is right for dealers

Gas prices are driving demand — and prices — for used EVs, just as dealers face an influx of them off-lease.

By Jim Henry • June 10, 2026

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.

By Bengt Halvorson • June 10, 2026

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.

By Eric Walz • June 10, 2026

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.

By Paul Myles • June 9, 2026

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.

By Eric Walz • June 9, 2026

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.

By Greg Kable • June 9, 2026

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.

By Paul Myles • June 8, 2026

Automakers: Catch up to China Speed!

Once again, Detroit needs to swallow its pride and go back to school, John McElroy writes. 

By John McElroy • June 8, 2026

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.

By Paul Myles • June 8, 2026

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.

By Paul Myles • June 5, 2026

In 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.

By Keith Nuthall • June 5, 2026

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."

By Eric Walz • June 4, 2026

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.

By Paul Myles • June 4, 2026

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.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 4, 2026

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.

By Bengt Halvorson • June 3, 2026

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.

By Eric Walz • June 3, 2026

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.

By Joseph Szczesny • June 2, 2026

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.

By Tanya Gazdik • June 2, 2026