TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%


autonomous vehicles

Waymo's rapid expansion and backing by Uber are cementing its status as the leading robotaxi service in the United States.

Waymo expands robotaxi service to cover Silicon Valley

- March 12, 2025
Waymo announced that it's expanding its service by 27 square miles around the San Francisco Bay Area. The expansion will now cover parts of Silicon Valley, including Mountain View, Los...
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Uber launches driverless Waymo rides in Austin, rapidly expanding its AV partnership to outpace competitors looking to enter the market.

Waymo and Uber launch driverless ride-hailing service in Austin

- March 4, 2025
Starting today, Uber will begin offering driverless Waymo rides in Austin as part of a strategic multi-year partnership between the two companies. Uber riders who request UberX, Uber Green, Comfort, or...
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Toyota announced the future of mobility by stating the completion of the first phase of its $10.13 billion Woven City project.

Toyota unveils $10.13B Woven City to redefine mobility for next-gen innovation

- January 7, 2025
At this year's CES event, Toyota made a bold statement about the future of mobility by announcing the completion of the first phase of its $10.13 billion Woven City project....
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According to an exclusive Reuters report, U.S. prosecutors are investigating whether Tesla committed securities or wire fraud.

DOJ further investigates Tesla for possible securities, wire fraud

- May 9, 2024
According to an exclusive Reuters report, U.S. prosecutors are investigating whether Tesla committed securities or wire fraud by deceiving investors and customers about its self-driving capabilities. The Securities and Exchange Commission...
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Over the years, Tesla has been under scrutiny due to several fatal accidents involving its Autopilot self driving system.

Tesla faces trial over Autopilot misuse

- March 11, 2024
Over the years, Tesla's Autopilot system, a feature of its Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), also known as Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) Package, has been under scrutiny due to...
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Waymo reported that a crowd in San Francisco vandalized and set a self-driving car on fire by hurling a firework inside of it.

Waymo’s autonomous car up in flames: vandalism sparks debate over self-driving safety

- February 12, 2024
Waymo, an Alphabet subsidiary, reported that on February 10, a crowd in San Francisco vandalized and set a self-driving car on fire by hurling a firework inside of it. The San...
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CEO Mary Barra said, "Safety remains the top priority as Cruise demonstrates what autonomous vehicles can provide to society."

General Motors faces scrutiny over Cruise autonomous van

- November 7, 2023
Following a month-long incident wherein the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) withdrew autonomous vehicle firm Cruise's robotaxi permits and suspended all operations, company CEO Kyle Vogt called an all-hands...
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California's DMV has suspended GM's permit for AV deployment and testing, alleging the company has "misrepresented" the technology's safety

California DMV suspends permits for Cruise’s self-driving robotaxis

- October 25, 2023
California's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) revealed it suspended General Motors’ permit for autonomous vehicle (AV) deployment and testing, alleging the company "misrepresented" the technology's safety.  The suspension follows a series...
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The inaugural J.D. Power U.S. Robotaxi Experience Study found that consumers are uneasy about testing and using robotaxis on city streets.

New J.D. Power study reveals most consumers still uneasy about robotaxis

- October 19, 2023
The inaugural J.D. Power U.S. Robotaxi Experience Study found that consumers are uneasy about testing and using robotaxis on city streets. The study offers the first customer reviews from people...
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I’m Steve Greenfield from Automotive Ventures, and I’m glad that you could join us.It’s been a tough quarter for many of the legacy automakers. highways emissions

How this automotive startup is taking the complexity out of digital car repairs

- October 13, 2023
Welcome to another edition of The Future of Automotive, with Steve Greenfield, Founder and CEO of Automotive Ventures, where I put recent automotive and mobility news items into context in...
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Ford files patent for smart tool tracking system in vehicles
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Stellantis revives supplier program, JD Power sees transparency gains, Hyundai expands robotics strategy
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Bosch announces $225 million direct funding agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce
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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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Pricing transparency raises OEM website satisfaction, JD Power finds
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Hyundai takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics strategy accelerates
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Mitsubishi expands Texas port operations to speed dealer deliveries
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The AI platform capturing $10,000 a month in after-hours dealer revenue
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Fighting payment anxiety in the F&I office with empathy and value
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Mexico targets USMCA tariffs, Volkswagen expands affordable EVs, Lucid denies bankruptcy rumors
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