Most HR leaders conducted ‘serial layoffs’ within the past year, per survey

The trend is one tending towards “reactive workforce management,” rather than long-term planning, Careerminds said.

By Ryan Golden • Aug. 28, 2025

Dealers prefer lender relationships with national banks over regional banks: J.D. Power

Meanwhile, Maserati Capital USA ranked highest in overall dealer satisfaction among all lenders, captive and non-captive.

By Kalena Thomhave • Aug. 28, 2025

Hyundai boosts US investments to $26B through 2028

The automaker aims to significantly expand its domestic manufacturing footprint, including steel production and robotics.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 27, 2025

Major companies reframing, not abandoning, DEI: report

More than half of S&P 100 companies adjusted their diversity, equity and inclusion messaging in major filings in 2025, according to The Conference Board.

By Lauren Schenkman • Aug. 26, 2025

As tariff impacts spread, new vehicle prices and inventories are set to rise

A resilient used car market “remains a relative bright spot,” according to digital marketplace and research site CarGurus.

By Kalena Thomhave • Aug. 26, 2025

Rivian readies for next evolution with R2 launch

With lessons learned from its first generation vehicles, the EV maker is banking on scale to reduce costs and drive profits.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 26, 2025

Mercedes-Benz USA appoints VP of network development

Greg Gates is returning to the automaker in September after departing from his former role as general manager of strategic retail development in 2018.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 25, 2025

Canada to scale back retaliatory tariffs for US imports on Sept. 1

The country will lift levies on goods compliant with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement while maintaining sector-specific duties on steel, aluminum and cars.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 22, 2025

Subaru forecasts a 50% profit decline for FY2026

Despite the impact of tariffs on its bottom line, the automaker’s quarterly sales in the U.S. increased by 25,000 units.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 22, 2025

Hertz is now selling used vehicle inventory on Amazon Autos

The company is offering used vehicles at non-negotiable prices, often below Kelley Blue Book suggested retail value.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 21, 2025

Ex-Tesla exec named CEO of Uber Freight

Rebecca Tinucci is taking the reins from founder Lior Ron, who will become the COO of autonomous trucking startup Waabi.

By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 21, 2025

Rivian moving forward on $5B Georgia EV plant

The battery electric vehicle maker will host two events next month to mark the restart of construction in 2026. 

By Larry Avila • Aug. 19, 2025

Toyota Motor North America appoints CTO

Keita Moritsu will be responsible for all of the automaker’s North American vehicle research and development efforts.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 19, 2025

US expands scope of Section 232 steel, aluminum tariffs

Truck trailers, certain car parts and numerous household appliances will now face 50% levies, per guidance from Customs and Border Protection.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 19, 2025

Volvo names chief commercial officer

Erik Severinson is tasked with improving the automaker’s product line up and boosting EV sales.

By Paul Myles | WardsAuto • Aug. 19, 2025

Lyft co-founders depart board, convert Class B shares

Logan Green and John Zimmer launched the ride-hailing company in 2012, which has since grown into a global mobility platform.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 15, 2025

Trump says semiconductor tariffs to come next week

The president indicated that duties on chips would be “approximately 100%” earlier this month.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 15, 2025

Tesla’s North America service director departs

Piero Landolfi joined the electric automaker in October 2016 and was appointed as head of service for North America in August 2020.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 14, 2025

BMW appoints new head of US technology office

Stefan Gerhaeusser will lead BMW’s Silicon Valley-based research and development operation, swapping positions with the former head of the division.

By Kalena Thomhave • Aug. 14, 2025

Rivian announces new Atlanta headquarters

The automaker’s East Coast office is expected to open by year’s end and will initially house around 100 workers.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 13, 2025

Waymo readies its robotaxis for winter weather

The company has tested its autonomous ride-hailing vehicles in Boston, New York City and Philadelphia. Can they handle snow, ice and winter storms?

By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 13, 2025

More new car buyers are trading in vehicles they still owe money on

Higher prices and interest rates are fueling a rise in underwater car loans, according to new analysis from Edmunds.

By Kalena Thomhave • Aug. 12, 2025

Ford launching new $30K BEV pickup with modular assembly in 2027

The automaker says it has shaken off an older design approach to engineer and manufacture a vehicle to match the quickness and flexibility of Chinese OEMs.

By Christie Schweinsberg | WardsAuto • Aug. 12, 2025

Uber and Lyft CEOs want to add more robotaxis

The ride-hailing companies are partnering with several robotaxi and technology companies to bring more AVs to more cities.

By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 11, 2025

New vehicle brand loyalty inching closer to pre-pandemic levels

Toyota leads OEMs while Tesla has faltered, according to a new report.

By Kalena Thomhave • Aug. 8, 2025