GM to lay off 1,000 from its software and services unit

The job cuts impact around 600 salaried employees at the automaker’s Warren Tech Center in Michigan and another 400 globally.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 20, 2024

Uber and BYD partner to introduce more EVs to global markets

The project aims to add 100,000 EVs to the ride-hailing platform.

By Kalena Thomhave • Aug. 19, 2024

ChargePoint unveils its ‘Omni Port’ EV charging solution

The charging adapter works with Tesla and non-Tesla vehicles at the company's public stations.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 15, 2024

Texas sues GM for selling customer driving data

The automaker failed to tell buyers it was selling their driving data to help insurers analyze driving behavior, according to a Texas AG lawsuit.

By Justin Bachman • Aug. 15, 2024

GM recalls over 21K Cadillac Lyriq EVs

The model’s anti-lock braking system may activate unexpectedly, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 15, 2024

Telsa set to reveal its robotaxi Oct. 10

CEO Elon Musk said he wanted to make some “important changes” to improve the product, which delayed its previously planned Aug. 8 debut.

By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 14, 2024

GlobalFoundries auto revenue rebounds in Q2

The chipmaker expects "meaningful" year-over-year growth in the segment as demand improves.

By Kate Magill • Aug. 12, 2024

Hyundai, Kia thefts drop over 50%: study

A software update was “extremely effective” at thwarting theft tactics popularized by viral social media videos, per Highway Loss Data Institute research.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 9, 2024

Rivian already sees tailwinds from VW partnership

CEO RJ Scaringe said the EV maker expects to achieve more favorable pricing from its suppliers as a result of the deal.

By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 7, 2024

BMW touts success of humanoid robot pilot at South Carolina plant

The robots were able to insert sheet metal parts into fixtures, which were used to assemble the chassis of a vehicle.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 7, 2024

Owner satisfaction with new vehicles rebounds: JD Power

Owners of new EVs made by traditional automakers are more satisfied with their cars than ever, according to a study.

By Kalena Thomhave • Aug. 7, 2024

Continental mulls spinoff of its automotive business

The company cited the industry’s software-driven technology transformation as one of the reasons for the potential move.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 6, 2024

NXP Semiconductors’ inventory woes persist amid slow auto demand

The company's revenue was down last quarter as its plan to normalize inventory levels takes longer than expected. 

By Kate Magill • Aug. 5, 2024

Nissan, Honda join forces to research vehicle technologies

The two companies believe that software, autonomous driving, connectivity and AI will determine the value of vehicles in the future.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 5, 2024

Auto industry’s innovation push brings ‘startup’ capital structure

As automakers juggle EV resource allocation, regulation and macroeconomics, they are operating more like startups, according to the most recent Hackett Working Capital Survey.

By Adam Zaki • Aug. 5, 2024

GM Ventures leads $39M funding round for battery technology startup

Addionics intends to use the funds to build its global workforce and expand manufacturing and commercialization efforts.

By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 1, 2024

3 things influencing Mercedes-Benz’s strategy in China

CEO Ola Källenius believes more than 90% of BEV makers in the country are burning cash.

By Haley Cawthon • July 31, 2024

Sunrun, BGE launch first US electric vehicle-to-home virtual power plant

The initiative kicks off with just three customers but is “a significant proof of concept ... and the goal is to expand these programs all around the country,” said Sunrun CEO Mary Powell.

By Robert Walton • July 31, 2024

What does your CEO need to know about cybersecurity?

CEOs don’t necessarily have to become experts in the technical aspects of cybersecurity to be prepared in case of an attack or — hopefully — stop one before it starts.

By Jen A. Miller • July 25, 2024

Partial automation systems unlikely to prevent crashes: report

Lane-centering technology and adaptive cruise control should not be considered safety features, according to the IIHS.

By Kalena Thomhave • July 25, 2024

GM shifts AV plans from Cruise Origin to Chevy Bolt

CEO Mary Barra said the move will allow the company to deliver autonomous vehicle technology at scale as quickly as possible.

By Haley Cawthon • July 24, 2024

Elon Musk: CrowdStrike outage caused ‘seizure’ for auto supply chain

Tesla has deleted the cybersecurity software off all of its systems, the CEO said on the social platform X.

By Haley Cawthon • July 23, 2024

Rear AEB systems work well on compact SUVs: IIHS

“Technology that intervenes on behalf of the driver is more effective in preventing crashes than other types of solutions,” said IIHS President David Harkey.

By Eric Walz • July 22, 2024

Coffee and EV charging: Mercedes-Benz partners with Starbucks

The collaboration will add DC fast chargers at 100 retail locations along the 1,400-mile Interstate 5 corridor.

By Haley Cawthon • July 22, 2024

Hyundai recalls 67K vehicles for transmission, fuel pump issues

The two separate recalls will fix software that caused some vehicles to roll away, even while parked, among other problems.

By Eric Walz • July 19, 2024