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%


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The U.S. NHTSA announced it is upgrading its investigation into 129,222 Ford vehicles equipped with the BlueCruise hands-free driving system

NHTSA escalates probe into Ford’s BlueCruise following fatal crashes

- January 21, 2025
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced Monday it is upgrading its investigation into 129,222 Ford vehicles equipped with the BlueCruise hands-free driving system. The decision comes after...
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Stellantis is making big changes to turn its U.S. business around after a tough 2024 and the departure of CEO Carlos Tavares.

Stellantis shifts focus: Jeep, Dodge, and Ram set for a big comeback

- January 21, 2025
Stellantis is making significant changes to turn its U.S. business around after a tough 2024 and the departure of CEO Carlos Tavares. The automaker is focusing on bringing back popular...
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The Volkswagen Group has raised alarms over U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on Mexican imports.

Volkswagen warns of economic woes from proposed 25% tariffs on Mexican imports

- January 21, 2025
The Volkswagen Group has raised alarms over U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on Mexican imports, warning of a significant economic impact on American consumers and the global automotive market. The...
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The FTC has reached a proposed settlement with GM, prohibiting the automaker from sharing customer geolocation and driving behavior data.

FTC to ban GM from sharing driver data in landmark privacy settlement

- January 17, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reached a proposed settlement with General Motors (GM), prohibiting the automaker from sharing customer geolocation and driving behavior data with consumer reporting agencies for...
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Sean Duffy, Trump's pick to lead the Department of Transportation, will support NHTSA's safety probes into Tesla's vehicles.

Transportation secretary nominee Sean Duffy supports NHTSA investigations into Tesla

- January 17, 2025
Sean Duffy, Donald Trump's pick to lead the U.S. Department of Transportation, will support the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) probes into Tesla's advanced driver-assist technology. Tesla CEO Elon...
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Rivian secures $6.6B in funding for new EV plant in Georgia

- January 17, 2025
Rivian has finalized a $6.6 billion loan agreement with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to support the construction of a new manufacturing facility in Stanton Springs North, Georgia. The...
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The electric and hybrid segments had an exceptional year in 2024 and achieved a record 20% share of vehicle sales in the U.S. market.

Electric and hybrid vehicles achieve 20% U.S. market share in 2024

- January 17, 2025
The electric and hybrid segments had an exceptional year in 2024 and achieved a record 20% share of vehicle sales in the U.S. market. According to Motor Intelligence, an auto...
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Must-see innovative startups and tech at NADA 2025

- January 17, 2025
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Weekly roundup: Chinese car ban, Canadian tariff threat, $635M EV charging boost

- January 17, 2025
Earlier this week: Chinese cars and tech faced a U.S. ban as Biden finalized a landmark auto policy. Trump’s proposed 25% Canadian tariff on cars may raise vehicle costs for...
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Tesla has introduced discounts on its Cybertruck inventory, marking down prices by up to $1,600 on new units and $2,600 on demo models

Tesla slashes Cybertruck prices amid production slowdowns

- January 16, 2025
Tesla has introduced discounts on its Cybertruck inventory, marking down prices by up to $1,600 on new units and as much as $2,600 on demo models. The move comes as...
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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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