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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%
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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%
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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%
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Toyota is recalling approximately 443,000 Tundra and Tundra hybrid pickup trucks from the 2022 to 2025 model years.

Toyota recalls nearly 500,000 Tundras over faulty reverse lights

- May 19, 2025
Toyota is recalling approximately 443,000 Tundra and Tundra hybrid pickup trucks from the 2022 to 2025 model years due to a defect in the reverse light that could cause the...
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GM pushes to overturn California's EV mandate, citing affordability concerns as EV sales and consumer demand weaken nationwide.

GM pushes back against California’s ban on gas-powered vehicles

- May 19, 2025
General Motors (GM) is urging lawmakers and employees to help overturn California's electric vehicle mandate. The company is actively lobbying Congress to revoke California's emission waiver, which allows stricter tailpipe-emission...
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Tesla began accepting Cybertruck trade-ins for the first time, signaling a shift in strategy as the electric pickup continues to underperform

Tesla accepts Cybertruck trade-ins as market demand weakens

- May 19, 2025
Tesla has started accepting Cybertruck trade-ins for the first time, signaling a shift in strategy as the electric pickup continues to underperform commercially and depreciate at a steep rate. More than...
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Stellantis delays Ramcharger to 2026 and REV to 2027 amid weak EV demand; gas-powered Ram 1500 production remains strong.

Stellantis delays Ram EV launches to 2026 and 2027

- May 16, 2025
Stellantis announced a second delay in launching two high-profile battery electric Ram pickups to be produced at the Sterling Heights Assembly Plant. The automaker confirmed the plans on Thursday. The Ram...
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Toyota’s 2026 bZ Woodland is a rugged all-electric midsize SUV with 375 HP, AWD, and off-road capabilities for adventure seekers.

Toyota adds rugged EV to lineup with 2026 bZ Woodland crossover

- May 16, 2025
Toyota unveiled its new 2026 bZ Woodland, a new all-electric midsize SUV. This new model is Toyota's third BEV and joins the refreshed bZ small SUV and new 2026 C-HR...
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Weekly Roundup: U.S. cuts tariffs in China, UK trade deals, Tesla faces new FSD probe

- May 16, 2025
Earlier this week: The U.S. and China slashed tariffs in a surprise trade truce. Trump, Starmer strike potential U.S.-UK trade deal with cuts to car, steel tariffs. U.S. regulators investigate...
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GMC is upgrading its all-electric HUMMER EV lineup with more off-road capability, faster acceleration, and new limited-edition styling.

GMC launches the 2026 HUMMER EV, featuring enhanced acceleration and rear-steering ‘King Crab’ mode.

- May 15, 2025
GMC is upgrading its all-electric HUMMER EV lineup with more off-road capability, faster acceleration, and new limited-edition styling for the 2026 model year. The updates, which include an exclusive new...
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General Motors and LG Energy Solution will begin commercial production of lithium manganese-rich (LMR) prismatic battery cells by 2028.

GM, LG Energy to launch manganese-rich EV batteries

- May 15, 2025
General Motors and LG Energy Solution will begin commercial production of lithium manganese-rich (LMR) prismatic battery cells by 2028, targeting next-generation electric trucks and full-size SUVs. The new battery technology, developed...
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Last November, Tesla ended a controversial policy prohibiting U.S. customers from purchasing their leased vehicles at the end of the term.

Tesla alters lease policy after years of misleading “robotaxi” promise

- May 15, 2025
According to an exclusive Reuters report, last November, Tesla ended a controversial policy prohibiting U.S. customers from purchasing their leased vehicles at the end of the term — a restriction...
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Polestar appoints Rick Bryant as Head of North America, succeeding Anders Gustafsson, amid strong global sales growth in Q1 2025.

Polestar names Rick Bryant as Head of North America

- May 15, 2025
Polestar has appointed Rick Bryant as Head of Polestar North America, effective May 12. Bryant has over three decades of automotive industry experience, including thirteen months as Head of Operations...
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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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