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Hyundai shifts focus to hybrids as EV demand declines
Despite record-setting Q1 revenues, the automaker said its EV sales slipped nearly 5% year over year.
By Eric Walz • April 29, 2024 -
Volkswagen looks to boost tech, cut costs in China
The country’s transition to electric vehicles and growing local competition is making it harder for overseas automakers to stay competitive.
By Eric Walz • April 29, 2024 -
For Cruise robotaxi business, GM considers ‘outside investments’
Despite billions in losses attributed to its Cruise subsidiary, General Motors CEO Mary Barra said the company believes in the technology.
By Dan Zukowski • April 25, 2024 -
Nissan slashes operating profit amid sales dip
The automaker lowered its forecasted sales volume for fiscal year 2023 to 3.44 million vehicles last week.
By Haley Cawthon • April 24, 2024 -
Tesla accelerates launch of new models
The EV maker said production for a new vehicle lineup will start months earlier than originally announced and include a more affordable model.
By Haley Cawthon • April 23, 2024 -
GM Energy rolls out its first vehicle-to-home EV charging products
The bidirectional charging technology allows an electric vehicle’s battery to provide backup power to homes.
By Eric Walz • April 22, 2024 -
Ford recalls over 456K Bronco Sport, Maverick models
An undetected low battery charge can result in a loss of drive power on two of the automaker’s more popular vehicles.
By Eric Walz • April 18, 2024 -
Employers worry training won’t keep pace with tech advancement
Business leaders responding to a survey said it’s never been so hard to plan for future talent requirements.
By Carolyn Crist • April 18, 2024 -
Toyota clinches $150M for new climate-focused fund
The fund will build on the automaker’s inaugural 2021 climate fund, which has backed climate tech startups and carbon capture and storage companies.
By Zoya Mirza • April 17, 2024 -
Kendrion to sell automotive business to Solero Technologies
The transaction is expected to expand Solero Technologies' product offerings, geographic footprint and customer base.
By Haley Cawthon • April 17, 2024 -
Satisfaction gap widens between EV and ICE tires
BFGoodrich, Continental, Falken, Goodyear, Hankook, Kumho and Michelin are among the top-performing original equipment tire brands, according to a J.D. Power study.
By Kalena Thomhave • April 16, 2024 -
BMW, Rimac Technology to co-produce battery tech for EVs
The electric vehicle technology company expects the partnership — its largest and most ambitious yet — will help it become a high-volume Tier 1 automotive supplier.
By Eric Walz • April 16, 2024 -
American Honda gives data a promotion on the road to AI
The automotive company is pursuing an AI-for-all strategy, VP of IT Bob Brizendine said on a CIO Dive panel.
By Matt Ashare • April 12, 2024 -
BMW, Tata Technologies to collaborate on software-defined vehicles
The deal adds to a trend of automakers seeking out external tech expertise to help develop next-generation vehicles.
By Eric Walz • April 12, 2024 -
Cruise to resume mapping for robotaxis in Phoenix
It’s the first deployment of the company’s vehicles on public roads since California regulators suspended its permits last fall.
By Eric Walz • April 11, 2024 -
US private equity firm buys majority stake in Panasonic Automotive
The companies expect the transaction to close by the end of the first quarter of 2025.
By Michael Brady • April 10, 2024 -
In an era of AI, skill building is a top organizational priority, LinkedIn says
For the second year, aligning learning to business goals is a main focus for L&D professionals.
By Carolyn Crist • April 10, 2024 -
Elon Musk teases Tesla robotaxi
The CEO’s announcement comes five years after he first told investors Tesla expected to put one million robotaxis on the road in 2020.
By Haley Cawthon • April 9, 2024 -
Porsche and Applied Intuition to jointly develop vehicle software
The partnership also aims to help the automaker better manage and provide vehicle updates.
By Eric Walz • April 8, 2024 -
Ford to expand hybrid offerings, delay EV launches
With demand for EVs decreasing, the automaker will focus on launching new hybrid models and upgrading its manufacturing facilities.
By Eric Walz • April 5, 2024 -
Mercedes-Benz pilots high-speed X-ray technology for crash tests
Researchers used high-speed X-ray technology to analyze how vehicle body structures deform in a crash to better protect test dummies.
By Eric Walz • April 5, 2024 -
Stellantis invests in lidar startup SteerLight
The company’s solid-state lidar sensor uses low-cost silicon photonics technology and has no moving parts.
By Eric Walz • April 2, 2024 -
Traffic deaths declined in 2023, but distracted driving remains a danger
The proliferation of infotainment screens in new vehicles adds potential distraction, safety experts say.
By Dan Zukowski • April 2, 2024 -
Auto industry disruptions now ‘controllable’ but still a challenge: AlixPartners
“Although disruptions like the chip shortage may be behind the auto industry, that certainly doesn’t mean life is getting any easier,” said AlixPartners' Mark Wakefield.
By Kalena Thomhave • April 1, 2024 -
Hyundai to invest billions in South Korea to boost EV production
The automaker will also advance the development of software-defined vehicles and other technologies.
By Michael Brady • March 28, 2024