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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 Eric Walz • Feb. 18, 2025 -
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 -
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 Edwin Lopez , Larry Avila , Eric Walz • Feb. 13, 2025 -
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 Larry Avila • Feb. 12, 2025 -
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 Larry Avila • Feb. 12, 2025 -
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 -
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 Eric Walz • Feb. 12, 2025 -
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 -
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 Larry Avila • Feb. 11, 2025 -
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’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 Larry Avila • Feb. 10, 2025 -
Honda recalls over 294K vehicles for engine stalling
The automaker’s investigators concluded that an ECU software issue was the cause.
By Eric Walz • Feb. 10, 2025 -
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 Larry Avila • Feb. 7, 2025 -
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 Eric Walz • Feb. 6, 2025 -
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 Eric Walz • Feb. 6, 2025 -
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 Larry Avila • Feb. 5, 2025 -
Lucid names CFO
Taoufiq Boussaid will take over on Feb. 25 for Gagan Dhingra, who has held the interim post since December 2023.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 5, 2025 -
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 Kate Magill • Feb. 5, 2025 -
Stellantis names new CEO for Jeep
Bob Broderdorf takes over for Antonio Filosa as the automaker continues its global C-suite shakeup.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 5, 2025 -
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 Eric Walz • Feb. 4, 2025 -
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 -
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 Edwin Lopez , Philip Neuffer • Feb. 3, 2025 -
Retrieved from CPAC on February 02, 2025
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 Edwin Lopez • Feb. 2, 2025 -
Policy shifts shake up automotive landscape in 2025
Tariffs and potential updates to emission rules are driving automakers to rethink production strategies.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 31, 2025 -
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 Larry Avila • Jan. 31, 2025