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  • Nissan 2023 Rogue
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    Nissan shuffles C-suite to spark turnaround

    The automaker plans to announce more appointments in April as it looks to revive slumping sales.

    By Dec. 16, 2024
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    Hyundai and Genesis Motor North America names CEO

    The automaker said Randy Parker has been instrumental in leading its U.S. sales growth, setting all-time company sales records for three consecutive years.

    By Dec. 13, 2024
  • Workers assemble a vehicle at the FAW-Volkswagen factory in Foshan, China.
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    Volkswagen, SAIC extend partnership to 2040

    The joint venture will focus on product, production and decarbonization initiatives, including an accelerated electrification strategy. 

    By Dec. 12, 2024
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    Toyota names C-suite officers after resignation

    Two current executives will take over Jun Nagata's chief risk officer and chief compliance officer roles.

    By Kalena Thomhave • Dec. 11, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    Inventory management key amid EV uncertainty, affordability woes, experts say

    Automakers might struggle to manage inventories as federal support for electric vehicle purchases could change with the new administration.

    By Dec. 11, 2024
  • A white 2025 Ram 1500 Tradesman pickup parked outdoors with green trees in the background.
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    Stellantis shakes up North American leadership, Ram CEO returns

    As the automaker seeks to spark sales, Timothy Kuniskis has returned as Ram CEO after retiring in May.

    By Dec. 10, 2024
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    Wholesale used vehicle prices increased in first half of November

    Retail pre-owned sales have increased in recent weeks, which should contribute to elevated demand, according to Cox Automotive Analyst Jeremy Robb.

    By Kalena Thomhave • Dec. 10, 2024
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    Nissan names US chief marketing officer

    The automaker says Allyson Witherspoon is tasked with strengthening its image in a critical market for the company.

    By Kalena Thomhave • Dec. 5, 2024
  • An aerial view of the Ultium Cells electric vehicle battery cell plant in Lansing, Michigan.
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    GM sells stake in Ultium Cells joint venture battery plant

    The plant is one of three U.S. facilities that the automaker planned to operate as part of its joint venture with LG Energy Solution.

    By Dec. 4, 2024
  • A red Lynx & Co. fully electric O2 model parked outside on a sunny day.
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    Volvo sells 30% stake of Lynx & Co. to Zeekr

    The automaker’s equity was valued at $747.4 million and the divestment is part of a new ownership structure for the jointly operated brand.

    By Dec. 3, 2024
  • Former Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares at the Frankfurt Auto Show on September 12, 2017.
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    Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares resigns

    The departure of the automaker’s CEO follows a wave of executive turnover this year amid significant sales declines in North America. 

    By Dec. 2, 2024
  • Jamieson Greer, right, at a meeting of Ministers Responsible for Trade of APEC at the Hotel Sheraton Miramar in Vina del Mar, Chile, in May 2019.
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    Trump taps Jamieson Greer as USTR

    The international trade lawyer would lead the agency as the new administration embarks on an aggressive tariff agenda against China and other countries. 

    By Nov. 27, 2024
  • Andrea Soriani GM Maserati North America
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    Maserati taps ex-Lucid exec as North America GM

    Andrea Soriani, former VP of marketing at the EV maker, is returning to the luxury auto manufacturer after seven years.

    By Nov. 27, 2024
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    Rivian lands $6.6B loan from the Department of Energy

    The funds will help revive construction of the company’s electric vehicle factory in Georgia.

    By Updated Jan. 17, 2025
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    Many car owners with loans are struggling: JD Power

    A survey of more than 11,000 consumers found 1% of those at financial risk had enough savings to cover six months of living expenses. 

    By Kalena Thomhave • Nov. 26, 2024
  • Donald Trump speaks at a campaign event in Reading, Pennsylvania.
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    Trump calls for 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico

    The president-elect also called for additional 10% tariffs on imports from China as part of his day one White House plans. 

    By Philip Neuffer • Updated Nov. 26, 2024
  • An exterior red and white Toyota sign at the entrance of company's North America Headquarters in Plano, Texas.
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    Toyota North America’s VP of quality to retire

    Kent Rice currently oversees the automaker’s development, deployment and management of the quality systems and policies within the company’s operations.

    By Nov. 25, 2024
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    BMW’s US footprint may protect it from tariff impacts, CEO says

    CEO Oliver Zipse said 65% of the company’s cars sold in the U.S. are locally made.

    By Nov. 25, 2024
  • Volkswagen Group North America CEO Kjell Gruner
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    Volkswagen names Rivian exec as its North America CEO

    Kjell Gruner takes over Dec. 12 for Pablo Di Si, who stepped down from the post, according to the company. 

    By Nov. 22, 2024
  • An aerial view of BorgWarner's Seneca, South Carolina facility.
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    BorgWarner CEO to retire, successor named

    Frédéric Lissalde has been in the top leadership role since 2018. Now, he will hand the reins to Joseph Fadool.

    By Nov. 22, 2024
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    GM cuts hundreds of jobs across the globe

    The layoffs will impact UAW workers and the automaker’s Michigan tech center.

    By Nov. 20, 2024
  • A silver Lucid Gravity electric SUV parked in front of a cantilevered building with blue sky in the background.
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    Lucid opens Gravity orders in bid to reshape SUV market

    The company will begin with production of the $94,900 Grand Touring trim, which has a range of over 440 miles.

    By Nov. 20, 2024
  • Shot of Rivian EV truck in a parking lot on Aug. 2023
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    Rivian CFO inks $3.5M trading plan as EV industry faces bumps

    President-elect Trump will likely ax the tax credit on electric vehicles, which could significantly impact competition in the segment.

    By Grace Noto • Nov. 20, 2024
  • 2024 Honda CR-V Sport Touring.
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    Honda weighs production pivot ahead of potential tariffs

    The automaker is committed to ramping up U.S. electric vehicle production despite the incoming Trump administration's tariff threats, an executive said.

    By Nov. 18, 2024
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    Sponsored by Yooz

    How AP automation drives resilience in the automotive sector

    Enhance automotive operations and cut costs by streamlining the process and improving accuracy.

    By John Gronen • Nov. 18, 2024