Automakers: Page 3


  • A front view showing the headlights and grill of s white Rivian's electric commercial delivery van parked under a highway overpass.
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    Fleet customers can now purchase Rivian’s electric vans

    The company previously sold most of its electric vans to Amazon, its first large-scale customer.

    By Feb. 18, 2025
  • President Donald Trump in the Oval Office
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    Trump orders reciprocal tariffs on all countries

    “In other words, they charge us a tax or tariff, and we charge them the exact same tax,” the president said Thursday.

    By Philip Neuffer • Updated Feb. 13, 2025
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    Honda, Nissan officially end merger talks

    The two automakers said they would continue a strategic partnership focused on "the era of intelligence and electrified vehicles."

    By , , Feb. 13, 2025
  • Ford Oakville Assembly Plant.
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    Tariffs on Canada, Mexico would devastate US auto industry: Ford CEO

    Increased duties on imports from the two countries could give Asia-based automakers a competitive advantage, according to CEO Jim Farley.

    By Feb. 12, 2025
  • GM Flint assembly line hood
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    Tariffs on steel, aluminum likely mean higher costs for auto industry

    A 25% import duty could increase the price of a typical vehicle by $1,500, an expert said.

    By Feb. 12, 2025
  • Ford CEO Jim Farley standing between two Ford models in Detroit, Michigan on Jan. 9, 2025
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    Ford taps finance VP as new CFO

    Sherry House will move into the CFO role as planned after joining the automaker in June, when she inked a $4.5 million signing bonus as part of her compensation package.  

    By Grace Noto • Feb. 12, 2025
  • A driver hands are visible sitting behind the wheel of a 2025 Fiat 500e electric car.
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    Stellantis to launch AI-powered in-car assistant

    The automaker also aims to deploy technology developed by France-based startup Mistral AI across vehicle engineering, fleet data analysis, sales and manufacturing.

    By Feb. 12, 2025
  • A Jack Cooper Transport truck delivers a load of new Chevrolets and Buicks to a dealership in the sun in Newport Beach, California, in 2018.
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    Jack Cooper shutting down after losing automaker contracts

    Ford Motor Co. and General Motors ended agreements with the vehicle carrier, according to a spokesperson for the hauler.

    By David Taube • Feb. 11, 2025
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    Ionna moves forward with EV charging network

    The automaker-led joint venture remains committed to rolling out public charging infrastructure, despite the suspension of government funding.

    By Feb. 11, 2025
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    Trump tags steel, aluminum imports with 25% tariffs

    The new duties build on actions from the president's first term while axing exemptions and product exclusions.

    By Philip Neuffer • Updated Feb. 11, 2025
  • Toyota North Carolina Liberty battery plant
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    Toyota’s expanded $14B North Carolina EV battery plant ready to roll

    The batteries produced at the facility will be used in hybrids, plug-in hybrids and fully electric vehicles built in North America.

    By Feb. 10, 2025
  • Workers in white uniforms perform an inspection of a blue 2023 Pilot TrailSport SUV on the assembly line at Honda’s Alabama Auto Plant.
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    Honda recalls over 294K vehicles for engine stalling

    The automaker’s investigators concluded that an ECU software issue was the cause.

    By Feb. 10, 2025
  • Chevrolet Equinox EV 2024 on street
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    GM weighs production shifts, sourcing reviews to mitigate tariffs

    CFO Paul Jacobson said it has multiple playbooks to help offset impact of higher costs throughout its supply chain.

    By Feb. 7, 2025
  • An exterior view of a blue 2025 Toyota RAV4 hybrid SUV.
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    Toyota reports an operating profit decline of nearly 28% in Q3

    The automaker cited investments in new growth areas, labor costs and a challenging market environment for the drop in profits.

    By Feb. 6, 2025
  • Two employees dressed in white uniforms inspecting a red 2023 Honda Accord on the assembly line and Honda's Marysville Auto Plant.
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    Honda prepares to start ‘flexible’ vehicle production at Ohio EV hub

    The automaker will produce ICE, hybrid and fully electric models on the same production lines, allowing for flexibility to adapt in market demand.

    By Feb. 6, 2025
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    Nissan, Honda merger talks still on — for now

    Despite reports of a potential end to merger talks, the two automakers confirmed that discussions are ongoing and the companies may reveal more details by mid-February.

    By Feb. 5, 2025
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    Lucid names CFO

    Taoufiq Boussaid will take over on Feb. 25 for Gagan Dhingra, who has held the interim post since December 2023. 

    By Feb. 5, 2025
  • Donald Trump sits at his desk in the Oval Office with his hands clasped.
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    Manufacturing reenters growth mode in January as demand, production improve: PMI

    The news signifies a return to growth after more than two years. However, manufacturers are bracing for possible fallout from the Trump administration’s recent tariff proposals.

    By Feb. 5, 2025
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    Stellantis names new CEO for Jeep

    Bob Broderdorf takes over for Antonio Filosa as the automaker continues its global C-suite shakeup.

    By Feb. 5, 2025
  • A Lucid Gravity SUV plugged in for charging under a canopy at a Tesla Supercharger location.
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    Lucid Gravity gains Tesla Supercharger access with native NACS port

    The new luxury-electric SUV can now charge at over 20,000 Tesla Supercharger locations without the need for an adapter.

    By Feb. 4, 2025
  • Symbolic of Sino-American relations, the flag of the United States of America and the flag of the Republic of China fly together on flag poles next to each other on a sunny, windy day.
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    China responds to Trump with added tariffs on certain products

    The new duties are set to take effect Feb. 10 and cover some car, equipment and energy imports.

    By Max Garland • Feb. 4, 2025
  • President of Mexico Claudia Sheinbaum speaks in Mexico City on Oct. 3, 2024.
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    US delays tariffs on Mexico to March

    The two countries agreed to negotiate over the next month while collaborating on addressing drug and weapons trafficking.

    By , Philip Neuffer • Feb. 3, 2025
  • Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau responds to U.S. tariffs on Feb. 1, 2025.
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    Canada strikes back with 25% tariffs on select US goods

    The tariffs will target $155 billion worth of goods, such as orange juice, beer and motorcycles, with some duties starting Feb. 4.

    By Feb. 2, 2025
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    Policy shifts shake up automotive landscape in 2025

    Tariffs and potential updates to emission rules are driving automakers to rethink production strategies.

    By Jan. 31, 2025
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    Sales growth in the forecast for EVs, hybrids

    The potential loss of government incentives on battery electric vehicles may slow sales momentum later this year, experts say.

    By Jan. 31, 2025