TSLA377.0001.7%
GM83.400-0.55%
F13.095-0.075%
RIVN15.150-0.2102%
CYD35.1300.09%
HMC32.445-0.085%
TM191.920-0.58%
CVNA67.140-0.04%
PAG211.120-1.04%
LAD311.830-4.32%
AN169.0300.27%
GPI252.7901.92%
ABG186.1901.64%
SAH64.910-1.01%
TSLA377.0001.7%
GM83.400-0.55%
F13.095-0.075%
RIVN15.150-0.2102%
CYD35.1300.09%
HMC32.445-0.085%
TM191.920-0.58%
CVNA67.140-0.04%
PAG211.120-1.04%
LAD311.830-4.32%
AN169.0300.27%
GPI252.7901.92%
ABG186.1901.64%
SAH64.910-1.01%
TSLA377.0001.7%
GM83.400-0.55%
F13.095-0.075%
RIVN15.150-0.2102%
CYD35.1300.09%
HMC32.445-0.085%
TM191.920-0.58%
CVNA67.140-0.04%
PAG211.120-1.04%
LAD311.830-4.32%
AN169.0300.27%
GPI252.7901.92%
ABG186.1901.64%
SAH64.910-1.01%


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Rivian secures direct-sales win in Washington

Rivian secures direct-sales win in Washington

- March 30, 2026
On the Dash: Washington’s law allows Rivian and Lucid direct sales, signaling potential pressure on franchise protections. Rivian’s nearly $5 million ballot push, with up to $25 million planned, forced...
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Toyota's global February output falls 3.9% amid China and Japan slowdowns

Toyota’s global February output falls 3.9% amid China and Japan slowdowns

- March 30, 2026
On the Dash: Toyota’s global output fell 3.9% to 749,673 vehicles, marking four straight months of production declines. U.S. sales increased 3.2% to 180,950 units, driven by strong demand for...
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Weekly roundup: Toyota’s $30B bid nears close, EV home-charging satisfaction drops, Sony Honda halts Afeela EV development

- March 28, 2026
ICYMI: Toyota’s $30B bid for Toyota Industries nears close after price raised to 20,600 yen. EV home-charging satisfaction declines as costs rise, JD Power study finds. Sony Honda Mobility halts...
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Volkswagen, Rivian software partnership reaches milestone

Volkswagen, Rivian software partnership reaches milestone in $5.8B deal

- March 27, 2026
On the Dash: Volkswagen and Rivian complete winter testing milestone tied to a $1 billion funding tranche. Partnership, valued at $5.8 billion through 2027, supports VW’s software and EV strategy. ...
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Sen. Bernie Moreno addresses tariffs, affordability, and regulation impacting U.S. auto dealers

Sen. Bernie Moreno addresses tariffs, affordability, and regulation impacting U.S. auto dealers

- March 26, 2026
Welcome to a special edition of Inside Automotive. Today’s guest is U.S. Sen. Bernie Moreno, former car dealer, who addresses mounting pressures facing the retail automotive industry. Dealers are contending...
Auto Industry Trends Inside Automotive
IIHS 2026 safety awards name 63 winners,

IIHS 2026 safety awards name 63 winners, but minivans don’t make the cut

- March 25, 2026
On the Dash: Families seeking maximum safety may consider three-row SUVs or family-friendly electric SUVs, as no minivans earned awards in 2026. Budget-conscious buyers can access more than a dozen...
Safety & Compliance Articles
GM to invest $600 million in South Korea plants

GM to invest $600 million in South Korea plants amid modernization push

- March 25, 2026
On the Dash: GM will invest $600 million in South Korea, including an additional $300 million announced this week. Funds will modernize two plants and enhance small-SUV production capacity. GM...
EVs & Technology Articles
Sony Honda Mobility halts Afeela EV development

Sony Honda Mobility halts Afeela EV development after Honda’s strategy shift

- March 25, 2026
On the Dash: Afeela EV program halted after Honda flags up to 2.5 trillion yen ($15.7 billion) writedown. Afeela 1, priced from $89,900, will not launch despite planned deliveries to...
EVs & Technology Articles
JD Power home charging

EV home charging satisfaction declines as costs rise, JD Power study

- March 24, 2026
On the Dash: 86% of EV charging happens at home, yet only about 20% of owners receive dealer education on optimizing it. Average monthly home charging cost rises to $63,...
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GM eyes-off testing

GM begins highway testing of self-driving technology in Michigan, California

- March 24, 2026
On the Dash: GM is testing self-driving technology with 200 vehicles on highways in Michigan and California. Data from 34 states over six months is being used to refine system...
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