TSLA313.030-6.66%
GM82.6401.97%
F14.3500.2%
RIVN15.840-0.62%
CYD45.070-0.77%
HMC28.1600.17%
TM177.4200.62%
CVNA60.4600.27%
PAG217.3501.81%
LAD340.9506.93%
AN208.1803.08%
GPI330.8704.19%
ABG225.2403.1%
SAH99.8200.71%
TSLA313.030-6.66%
GM82.6401.97%
F14.3500.2%
RIVN15.840-0.62%
CYD45.070-0.77%
HMC28.1600.17%
TM177.4200.62%
CVNA60.4600.27%
PAG217.3501.81%
LAD340.9506.93%
AN208.1803.08%
GPI330.8704.19%
ABG225.2403.1%
SAH99.8200.71%
TSLA313.030-6.66%
GM82.6401.97%
F14.3500.2%
RIVN15.840-0.62%
CYD45.070-0.77%
HMC28.1600.17%
TM177.4200.62%
CVNA60.4600.27%
PAG217.3501.81%
LAD340.9506.93%
AN208.1803.08%
GPI330.8704.19%
ABG225.2403.1%
SAH99.8200.71%


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Top Stories  Detroit automakers respond to hazardous air as wildfire smoke impacts production. Read More Honda ends U.S. Prologue EV as hybrid demand reshapes strategy. Read More New-vehicle affordability slips in June as...
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We’ve covered Flock cameras before, the automated license plate readers were expanding fast, sold as a precision crime-fighting tool. The update is less reassuring. Fresh mistakes are still occurring, including...
Detroit automakers respond to hazardous air as wildfire smoke impacts production
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Detroit automakers respond to hazardous air as wildfire smoke impacts production

- July 17, 2026
On the Dash: Production remains online, but ongoing air quality issues could temporarily disrupt manufacturing output if conditions worsen. Any prolonged production interruptions at Michigan assembly plants could affect future...
Honda ends U.S. Prologue EV as hybrid demand reshapes strategy
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On the Dash: Honda dealers should expect hybrids, not EVs, to drive showroom traffic and sales growth in the near term. The Prologue's retirement reflects continued softness in U.S. EV...
2026 Lincoln Navigator raises the luxury SUV bar with tech, power, and comfort
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The full-size luxury SUV market is more competitive than ever, but the 2026 Lincoln Navigator continues to carve out its place by focusing on what buyers in this segment actually...
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Stellantis revives supplier program, JD Power sees transparency gains, Hyundai expands robotics strategy

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Top Stories  Stellantis revives supplier rewards program to drive cost savings. Read More Pricing transparency raises OEM website satisfaction, JD Power finds. Read More Hyundai takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics...
Stellantis to prioritize four core brands in turnaround strategy, sources say The automaker plans to shift funding toward Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat while maintaining its broader portfolio. On the Dash: Expect increased product investment and marketing support for Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat. Regional and niche brands may see reduced volume but more targeted positioning and shared platforms. Platform-sharing and rebadging strategies could affect inventory mix and model differentiation. Stellantis will concentrate most of its investment on four core brands as CEO Antonio Filosa pushes a turnaround strategy set for release May 21, according to a Reuters exclusive. The automaker has identified Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat as its priority brands. It will allocate a “material increase” in funding to them, driven by their stronger global sales and profitability, marking a shift away from the company’s previous approach of distributing investment more evenly across its portfolio. Sign up for CBT News’ daily newsletter and get the latest industry stories delivered straight to your inbox. Stellantis will retain its 14-brand lineup, the largest in the industry, and will not shut down underperforming marques. Instead, the company will reposition secondary brands such as Citroën, Opel and Alfa Romeo to operate in regional or niche roles. These brands will rely on shared platforms and technology developed by the core brands while maintaining distinct styling and market identity. The strategy comes as Stellantis works to regain market share in the United States and Europe while facing growing competition from Chinese EV makers. The company earlier reported a 22.2 billion-euro charge tied to scaling back its EV plans, underscoring the urgency of the strategic shift. Its market valuation has also declined significantly in recent months. To support the transition, Stellantis will expand its use of shared “multi-energy” platforms that support electric, hybrid and internal combustion (ICE) vehicles. Additionally, the company is evaluating rebadging strategies and joint development programs, including collaborations with its Chinese partner, Leapmotor. Executives and investors backing the plan expect the increased focus on core brands to improve efficiency and strengthen financial performance. Analysts say Stellantis could still consider further consolidation if results fall short of expectations. Meta description (140 characters) Stellantis to boost funding for Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat, shifting strategy while maintaining its 14-brand global portfolio.
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Stellantis revives supplier rewards program to drive cost savings

- July 16, 2026
On the Dash: Lower supplier costs could help Stellantis improve profitability while funding future vehicle launches. Changes in supplier contracts may influence production costs, parts pricing and vehicle availability over...
Mitsubishi expands Texas port operations to speed dealer deliveries
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Mitsubishi expands Texas port operations to speed dealer deliveries

- July 16, 2026
On the Dash: Faster distribution could reduce delivery times for Mitsubishi dealers in the Gulf Coast and Midwest. Expanded port capacity gives Mitsubishi greater flexibility if supply chain disruptions occur...
Mexico targets USMCA tariffs, Volkswagen expands affordable EVs, Lucid denies bankruptcy rumors
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Mexico targets USMCA tariffs, Volkswagen expands affordable EVs, Lucid denies bankruptcy rumors

- July 15, 2026
Top Stories  Mexico targets auto, steel tariffs as USMCA review puts North American trade in focus. Read More Volkswagen expands affordable EV lineup with new ID. Cross SUV. Read More Lucid denies bankruptcy,...


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