TSLA373.8350.115%
GM77.855-0.665%
F12.350-0.13%
RIVN16.415-0.535%
CYD41.080-0.79%
HMC24.316-0.1645%
TM192.820-3.26%
CVNA405.2302.21%
PAG160.6400.64%
LAD275.270-1.12%
AN203.2200.25%
GPI341.1201.34%
ABG201.670-0.34%
SAH71.5700.35%
TSLA373.8350.115%
GM77.855-0.665%
F12.350-0.13%
RIVN16.415-0.535%
CYD41.080-0.79%
HMC24.316-0.1645%
TM192.820-3.26%
CVNA405.2302.21%
PAG160.6400.64%
LAD275.270-1.12%
AN203.2200.25%
GPI341.1201.34%
ABG201.670-0.34%
SAH71.5700.35%
TSLA373.8350.115%
GM77.855-0.665%
F12.350-0.13%
RIVN16.415-0.535%
CYD41.080-0.79%
HMC24.316-0.1645%
TM192.820-3.26%
CVNA405.2302.21%
PAG160.6400.64%
LAD275.270-1.12%
AN203.2200.25%
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Following a series of safety-related investigations, the CEO and co-founder of General Motors' robotaxi division Cruise, Kyle Vogt, announced his resignation on November 19.

CEO of GM’s Cruise robotaxi division resigns following series of missteps

- November 20, 2023
Following a series of safety-related investigations, the CEO and co-founder of General Motors' robotaxi division Cruise, Kyle Vogt, announced his resignation on November 19.  Shortly after his departure, Vogt sent an...
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Ford has announced it will include its driver-assistance software, BlueCruise, on several 2024 models by default.

Ford to include BlueCruise, hands-free driving with select 2024 models

- August 15, 2023
Ford will include its driver-assistance software, BlueCruise, on several 2024 models by default. The car manufacturer announced the new plan on Monday, August 14. Previously, customers were required to opt-in for...
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Tesla, autopilot FSD, U.S. recalls

NHTSA investigation to determine if autopilot caused new Tesla accidents

- December 26, 2022
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is now investigating two more accidents allegedly involving the use of either Tesla's Autopilot or Full Self Driving (FSD) features. The NHTSA is currently involved...
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Cruise has lost yet another key leader as it continues to navigate the fallout of a mishandled traffic incident last October.

Regulators start new safety inquiry into GM backed robotaxi

- December 19, 2022
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened a new investigation over reports of braking issues in a General Motors robotaxi. GM's autonomous vehicle subsidiary, Cruise, only operates the robotaxi...
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auto retail trends

Assessing 5 Major Auto Retail Trends with Steve Finlay, Editor of WardsAuto

- January 29, 2020
In years past, a common criticism the auto industry has faced is that it’s stuck in the past or slow to innovate. However, industry professionals on the showroom floor every...
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renewable road

New Roads Pave the Way to Autonomous Driving Future in China and the U.S.

- April 13, 2018
In December 2017, a 3,540-foot-long stretch of road opened up in the eastern Chinese city of Jinan. This is no ordinary road. In fact, it may be the most technologically...
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Uber

Uber Autonomous Car Death Reinforces Doubt About Fully Autonomous Vehicles

- March 22, 2018
On March 18th at approximately 10 pm, a pedestrian was killed by a fully autonomous Volvo XC90 SUV managed by Uber in Tempe, Arizona. She was crossing the street at...
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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.
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