Toyota proves patience pays with its hybrid-focused strategy
Welcome back to the latest episode of “The Future of Automotive” on CBT News, where we put recent automotive and mobility news into the context of the broader themes impacting...
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VW’s Scout Motors invests $206M in Charlotte HQ
On the Dash:
Scout Motors will invest $206 million in Charlotte, creating 1,200 high-paying jobs over five years.
The automaker will produce electric and hybrid Scout vehicles at a new...
BEV sales fall sharply in October after federal tax credits expire, NADA says
On the Dash:
BEV sales dropped 46.7% month-over-month in October after federal EV tax credits expired.
Incentives rose to $13,161 per unit, partially offsetting the decline, but uncertainty remains.
Full-year...
CNCDA’S Brian Maas unpacks California’s Q3 auto trends
California remains the most closely watched automotive market in the country. The California New Car Dealers Association's (CNCDA) Q3 2025 California Auto Outlook report offers insights into where the market...
GM orders suppliers to cut China ties, Reuters reports
On the Dash:
GM is directing thousands of suppliers to eliminate Chinese-sourced parts by 2027, aiming to reduce geopolitical risk.
Geopolitical tensions and trade volatility are driving automakers to prioritize...
Toyota launches $13.9B US battery plant, pledges additional $10B investment
On the Dash:
Toyota has started production at its $13.9 billion North Carolina battery plant, its first U.S. battery facility outside Japan.
The company plans to invest an additional $10...
Ford Racing launches 2026 season with Detroit debut and F1 return
On the Dash:
Ford Racing’s 2026 season launches January 15 in Detroit, coinciding with the auto show.
Ford returns to Formula 1 with Red Bull after a 22-year absence, introducing...
Hyundai confirms security breach after hackers access sensitive data
On the Dash:
Hackers accessed Hyundai AutoEver’s systems between February and March 2025, exposing personal data, including names and Social Security numbers.
While HAEA serves 2.7 million users, only about...
Dealerships face service retention crisis as cars get older, loyalty drops
On the Dash:
Dealerships are losing service visits and loyalty, with only 54% of new car owners returning for service in 2025.
Service revenue remains vital, generating over $156 billion...
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