Rivian 2026 deliveries set to surge as R2 SUVs reach production
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Rivian expects 53% higher deliveries in 2026, driven by the more affordable R2 SUVs.
Production and capital expansion for the R2 will be costly, requiring up to...
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Stellantis in talks with Canada to revive idled Brampton plant
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Stellantis is negotiating with the Canadian government to restart production at its idled Brampton plant.
The automaker moved Jeep Compass production to Illinois as part of a...
First look: 2027 Toyota Highlander EV
Toyota is making one of its biggest moves yet, and it’s happening to one of its most important vehicles. The Highlander — one of America’s most popular three-row SUVs —...
Global auto market challenges mount as Nissan trims losses and Mercedes-Benz earnings fall
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Nissan’s upcoming Rogue plug-in hybrid and refreshed lineup highlight how critical strong product cadence will be for driving showroom traffic in 2026.
Tariff-related costs are materially impacting...
U.S. proposes boosting American-made requirements for federally funded EV charges
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Stricter domestic sourcing requirements may slow installation timelines in some markets, potentially affecting EV adoption rates that dealers rely on for long-term electrification strategies.
Dealers working with...
Lawmakers move to require manual backups for electric door handles
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The SAFE Exit Act would require manual mechanical releases in vehicles with electronic door systems.
The bill follows fatal incidents where electric door handles reportedly failed after...
Erik Kibler on the economic trends shaping the 2026 auto market
The auto market is navigating a period of uncertainty, from rising vehicle prices to shifting buyer behavior and evolving EV trends. Dealers and consumers alike are trying to make sense...
Ford posts largest quarterly decline, projects 2026 rebound
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Despite the fourth-quarter miss, Ford’s F-Series trucks and Ford Pro commercial fleet operations are expected to drive profitability, signaling stability for dealers reliant on these high-demand segments.
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California pushes ahead on EV mandates as Detroit automakers reengage regulators
While Washington has pulled back on electric vehicle mandates and emissions enforcement, California is moving in the opposite direction—and the nation’s largest automakers are paying close attention. This week, executives...
EPA to revoke endangerment finding that underpins US climate rules
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The EPA will revoke the 2009 endangerment finding, removing the federal basis for regulating greenhouse gas emissions.
The rollback benefits the fossil fuel industry but creates legal...
