A new study by the IIHS has discovered a concerning link between cars with higher, flatter front-end designs and pedestrian death rates.

Pedestrian casualties linked to hood shape, height among trucks and SUVs

CBT News Staff Writer - November 14, 2023

A new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) examining traffic accidents involving pedestrians discovered significantly higher fatality rates among vehicles with taller fronts than smaller passenger vehicles. While...

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Hyundai has announced plans to boost worker pay in the U.S. in response to record-setting contracts won by the United Auto Workers union.

Hyundai follows Honda, Toyota in raising worker pay

CBT News Staff Writer - November 14, 2023

Hyundai plans to increase employee wages in the U.S., following in the footsteps of Honda and Toyota as non-unionized automakers respond to the United Auto Workers strike. The South Korean automaker...

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Fisker announced a third-quarter loss that exceeded Wall Street's expectations and stated it only shipped roughly 1,100 Ocean electric SUVs.

Fisker’s third-quarter results: larger losses and disappointing deliveries

Jaelyn Campbell - November 14, 2023

On November 13, electric vehicle company Fisker announced a third-quarter loss that exceeded Wall Street's expectations and stated that it only shipped roughly 1,100 Ocean electric SUVs during the period....

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United Auto Workers members at facilities in Kentucky and Michigan have voted against contracts proposed by Detroit-Three OEMs.

United Auto Workers members at 3 plants vote no on Ford, GM deals

CBT News Staff Writer - November 13, 2023

United Auto Workers members at three key facilities in Kentucky and Michigan have voted to reject their respective contracts with Detroit-Three manufacturers, raising concerns about the union's efforts to move...

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Used car supply improved from October but declined from last November, while prices failed to rise during the United Auto Workers strike.

Used car supply remains stable in November, pricing weakens

CBT News Staff Writer - November 13, 2023

Used car supply remains under pressure in November, as high new vehicle prices force many consumers to wait on their next purchase. According to Cox Automotive, dealers started the month with...

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Tesla made a deal to sell its Supercharger under the EG Group, a central gas station, marking the second agreement of its kind.

Tesla signs second major deal to sell its Supercharger

Jaelyn Campbell - November 13, 2023

Tesla has agreed to sell its Supercharger under the EG Group, a central gas station and convenience store operator. The deal marks the second of its kind that Tesla has...

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To calculate 5-year depreciation rates, iSeeCars examined more than 1.1 million vehicles to determine which cars hold their value better.

Discover the best and worst vehicles that hold their value

Jaelyn Campbell - November 13, 2023

In order to calculate five-year depreciation rates, iSeeCars examined more than 1.1 million vehicles sold between November 2022 and October 2023. This data's historical comparison revealed that depreciation was lower...

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Volkswagen aims to launch an electric vehicle (EV) under $35,000 in the United States within the next two to four years.

Volkswagen to hit U.S. market with EV priced under $35,000

Jaelyn Campbell - November 10, 2023

On November 9, Volkswagen announced its plans to launch an electric vehicle (EV) under $35,000 in the United States within the next two to four years. Meanwhile, Chinese automaker Nio...

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As supply and chip shortages continue to recover in North America, Honda's profitability demand has soared by 34% in July-September from 2022.

Honda reveals its Q3 profits soar in Japan and the U.S.

Jaelyn Campbell - November 10, 2023

As supply and chip shortages continue to recover in North America, Honda's profitability demand has soared by 34% in July-September from 2022. In addition, the Tokyo-based company saw a 17%...

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President Biden joined United Auto Workers in Illinois where he expressed hope the union's achievements would lead to widespread change.

Biden attended United Auto Workers event, endorses plan to organize non-union OEMS

CBT News Staff Writer - November 10, 2023

President Biden encouraged United Auto Workers members to expand their influence to non-unionized automakers during an appearance at a Thursday event hosted by the organization. The President has now appeared alongside...

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Pedestrian casualties linked to hood shape, height among trucks and SUVs

Hyundai follows Honda, Toyota in raising worker pay

Fisker’s third-quarter results: larger losses and disappointing deliveries

United Auto Workers members at 3 plants vote no on Ford, GM deals

Used car supply remains stable in November, pricing weakens

Tesla signs second major deal to sell its Supercharger

Discover the best and worst vehicles that hold their value

Volkswagen to hit U.S. market with EV priced under $35,000

Honda reveals its Q3 profits soar in Japan and the U.S.

Biden attended United Auto Workers event, endorses plan to organize non-union OEMS

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