TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%


emissions

emission

Ohio Joins Oil Companies in Supreme Court Challenge Against California’s Emission Limits

- July 10, 2024
In a major legal challenge, the state of Ohio, alongside major oil companies and business groups, is challenging California’s authority to set stricter greenhouse gas emissions standards for vehicles. This...
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General Motors

General Motors to Pay $145.8 Million Penalty for Excess Emissions in 5.9 Million Vehicles

- July 5, 2024
In a significant regulatory crackdown, General Motors (GM) has been levied with a $145.8 million penalty following a comprehensive government investigation that discovered excess emissions in approximately 5.9 million of...
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Biden energy, truck emissions

Biden hopes to improve smog, makes new update to truck emission rules

- December 22, 2022
The Biden Administration has announced new clean air standards which target heavy-duty truck emissions. Although the rule change won't take effect until 2027, it is the first update of its kind...
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Toyota

Toyota agrees to recognize California emission standards

- August 25, 2022
Toyota Motor North America has agreed to recognize vehicle emission standards set by the state of California under the Clean Air Act. The statement comes from a letter sent to...
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automotive

CBT automotive newscast: August 25, 2022

- August 25, 2022
 Inside Automotive: Dealer Andy Wright weighs in on OEM direct-to-consumer selling models We are hearing even more buzz surrounding the direct-to-consumer model that EV makers and some of the top OEMs are...
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The Environmental Protection Agency is planning to lower strict emission standards proposed last year, effectively slowing the EV transition.

Automakers under scrutiny for fraudulent emissions data

- August 3, 2022
The U.S division of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles pleaded guilty to criminal conspiracy earlier this year in connection to a multi-year U.S Justice Department diesel-emissions fraud probe. Now, the automaker has to pay...
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emissions

New Biden administration proposal would require states to track highway emissions

- July 11, 2022
Joe Biden’s administration is making strategic plans involving states to decrease emissions to meet the target goal of zero emissions by 2050. So far, less than half of the states...
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efficiency

Penalties reinstated for tight CAFE efficiency standards

- March 29, 2022
On Sunday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Department of Transportation reinstated the strict Obama-era penalties for falling short on corporate average fuel economy (CAFÉ) standards that the...
Daily Automotive News Articles
ICE vehicles

ICE vehicles are most common choice among consumers, they deserve our attention

- November 17, 2021
Headlines on Tuesday, November 16 sought to command attention from consumers in the market for a vehicle but from two very different perspectives. Dodge unveiled Jailbreak Models for the 2022 Dodge...
Sales & Marketing Articles

What does ‘Carbon Neutral’ mean for auto dealers?

- October 6, 2021
News releases and headlines often feature corporations mentioning their sustainability efforts and pledges to attain carbon neutrality within a certain time frame. As an example, in November 2019, Volvo Cars...
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Sale of stakes in Bugatti Rimac and Rimac Group marks latest move in Porsche CEO Michael Leiters' sweeping turnaround effort.
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Ford boosts U.S. assembly, Stellantis prioritizes turnaround strategy, Hyundai profit drops 24%
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Toyota Mobility Foundation Names Innovators in Clean Freight as Detroit Winners of Global Sustainable Cities Challenge
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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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Hyundai's profit drops 24% as tariffs, weak global demand persist 
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The latest JD Power-GlobalData forecast shows a decline in new car sales in April, but you can blame last year's tariff panic, not today's buyers.
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2026 Subaru Outback: Rugged evolution meets everyday practicality
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Autonomous
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