This Weeks OEM Headlines
BMW Q2 results beat consensus thanks to demand for offroaders - BMW's second-quarter operating profit beat expectations thanks to record sales of luxury cars including the X1 offroader...
This week's most impactful OEM headlines, including:
Ford, Fiat Chrysler pivot to more SUVs, fewer small cars
Reuters says Ford and Fiat Chrysler are cutting production of smaller cars and idling...
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Mercedes-Benz will launch MB.DRIVE ASSIST PRO in Stuttgart and Munich by year-end.
The SAE Level 2 system requires driver supervision at all times.
A limited U.S. version...
While the auto retail landscape is rapidly changing, dealers are navigating margin pressure while seeking new ways to drive profitability. On today’s episode of Inside Automotive, Jeff Rosen, President and...
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Honda is shifting aggressively toward hybrids as EV demand and policy conditions evolve.
North America will remain the primary focus for Honda’s upcoming hybrid rollout.
Expanded hybrid...
From global headlines to policy changes, the automotive industry is bearing the brunt. Joining us on today’s Inside Automotive episode is Tom Maoli, CEO of Celebrity Motor Car in New...
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Ford is expanding beyond vehicle manufacturing into energy storage and infrastructure markets tied to AI growth.
Investor enthusiasm suggests Wall Street increasingly values automakers with diversified technology...
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Stellantis is accelerating its EV strategy through deeper partnerships with Chinese automakers and suppliers.
China’s leadership in EV technology continues to reshape global manufacturing and sourcing decisions.
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Honda’s renewed focus on hybrids could boost showroom demand as consumers continue to favor practical electrified options.
Slower EV adoption is forcing automakers to prioritize profitability and...