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President Trump meets with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing this week. It comes as China says it exports more EVs than ICE cars, despite a U.S. ban on Chinese auto imports.

China hits new EV export milestone as Trump heads to Beijing to talk trade

- May 11, 2026
On the Dash: China exported more EVs than gas cars for the first time in April. U.S. tariffs are instead redirecting Chinese EVs to Europe and Latin America. Congress and...
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Stellantis, Leapmotor expand partnership with Europe EV manufacturing push

Stellantis, Leapmotor expand partnership with Europe EV manufacturing push

- May 8, 2026
On the Dash: Stellantis is activating underused European plants, signaling potential volume stabilization and improved factory efficiency. Local EV production could help shield pricing from EU tariffs, supporting more competitive...
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Ford nears Geely partnership deal at Spain plant amid global EV strategy shift

Ford nears Geely partnership deal at Spain plant amid global EV strategy shift

- May 7, 2026
On the Dash: Ford continues expanding partnerships to reduce EV development costs and accelerate global competitiveness Multi-energy vehicle production signals continued industry focus on hybrid flexibility over all-EV strategies Global...
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Ford accelerates secret EV truck project to challenge China with $30K model

Ford accelerates secret EV truck project to challenge China with $30K model

- May 5, 2026
On the Dash: A lower-cost EV truck could expand affordability and bring new buyers into showrooms. Simplified manufacturing may improve margins and enable scalable inventory over time. Competitive pressure from...
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Volvo sales fall 11% as U.S. demand weakens, China competition intensifies

Volvo sales fall 11% as U.S. demand weakens, China competition intensifies

- May 5, 2026
On the Dash: Weak U.S. consumer sentiment may slow showroom traffic and increase reliance on incentives EV sales growth signals continued demand shift despite broader volume declines Competitive pressure from...
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Inside Hyundai's $7.6 billion EV power play: A first look at the MetaPlant America Revolution

Inside Hyundai’s $7.6 billion EV power play: A first look at the MetaPlant America Revolution

- May 4, 2026
Bryan County, Georgia, is emerging as a critical hub for the future of U.S. auto manufacturing. Hyundai Motor Group has invested $7.6 billion into its Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America,...
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Stellantis streamlines connected services with two-tier offering

Stellantis streamlines connected services with two-tier offering

- April 29, 2026
On the Dash: Stellantis simplifies its connected services into Connect ONE and Connect PLUS to improve clarity and adoption New EV-focused tools enhance charging management and route planning for electrified...
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Ford and Geely explore U.S. technology collaboration as talks shift focus to Europe

- April 27, 2026
On the Dash: Ford and Geely explored a U.S. technology partnership, but talks have stalled. Both companies are prioritizing a European deal focused on shared production and technology. Regulatory barriers...
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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.

Stellantis to prioritize four core brands in turnaround strategy, sources say

- April 24, 2026
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...
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Rivian R2 Production Begins

Rivian begins R2 production, taking aim at traditional dealerships

- April 23, 2026
On the Dash: Rivian has begun building the R2, with first customer deliveries expected this spring. The R2 is Rivian's first vehicle designed to compete in the mainstream market. Rivian's...
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