ICYMI: Volkswagen is considering a significant investment in the U.S. as tariffs affect its earnings. Tesla’s market share in the U.S.EV sector has dropped to its lowest level in eight years due to increasing competition. Stellantis has reinstated a third shift at its Windsor facility, while General Motors has postponed its planned cuts in Oshawa due to ongoing trade tensions between Canada and the U.S. New vehicle prices are increasing, and EV sales are reaching record highs, even as Tesla is losing market share in the U.S.The Department of Justice (DOJ) is suing Uber for allegedly discriminating against riders with disabilities.
Here’s a closer look at these top stories and more headlines to stay on top of this week’s automotive industry news.
Volkswagen weighs major U.S. investment as tariffs bite into earnings
Volkswagen is in advanced talks with the U.S. government about making substantial investments to expand its American operations, as steep tariffs on imported vehicles continue to weigh on Europe’s largest automaker. Read More
Tesla’s U.S. EV market share falls to eight-year low amid rising competition
Tesla’s U.S. EV market share fell to 38% in August, its lowest level in nearly eight years, as buyers increasingly chose electric vehicles from rival automakers, according to Cox Automotive data shared exclusively with Reuters. Read More
Stellantis reopens third shift in Windsor, GM delays Oshawa cut amid Canada-U.S. trade tensions
Stellantis NV plans to reopen a third shift at its Windsor Assembly Plant in early 2026, providing Canadian auto workers with increased hours and fulfilling its commitments from the 2023 negotiations with the Unifor union. At the same time, General Motors postponed a planned shift reduction at its Oshawa truck plant until at least February 2026, offering temporary job security amid ongoing trade tensions with the United States. Read More
New vehicle prices rise, EV sales hit record as Tesla loses US market share
New vehicle prices increased in August as 2026 models reached dealerships and automakers raised prices to offset rising costs, according to Kelley Blue Book. The average transaction price (ATP) for new vehicles hit $49,077, up 0.5% from July and 2.6% from a year earlier, marking the largest annual gain in more than two years. Retail sales climbed 2.5% year over year despite higher prices. Read More
DOJ sues Uber over alleged discrimination against riders with disabilities
The Department of Justice (DOJ) sued Uber on Thursday, alleging the ride-hailing company discriminated against riders with disabilities in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act. In a complaint filed in federal court in San Francisco, the DOJ said Uber and its drivers routinely refused to serve people with disabilities, including those traveling with service animals or using stowable wheelchairs. Read More
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