TSLA389.000-5.46%
GM76.730-0.91%
F14.165-0.015%
RIVN16.715-1.085%
CYD45.015-0.855%
HMC28.7400.85%
TM179.4642.5437%
CVNA69.470-1.12%
PAG206.2405.84%
LAD341.42010.05001%
AN209.3105.77%
GPI327.5658.165%
ABG227.1508.72%
SAH102.3752.645%
TSLA389.000-5.46%
GM76.730-0.91%
F14.165-0.015%
RIVN16.715-1.085%
CYD45.015-0.855%
HMC28.7400.85%
TM179.4642.5437%
CVNA69.470-1.12%
PAG206.2405.84%
LAD341.42010.05001%
AN209.3105.77%
GPI327.5658.165%
ABG227.1508.72%
SAH102.3752.645%
TSLA389.000-5.46%
GM76.730-0.91%
F14.165-0.015%
RIVN16.715-1.085%
CYD45.015-0.855%
HMC28.7400.85%
TM179.4642.5437%
CVNA69.470-1.12%
PAG206.2405.84%
LAD341.42010.05001%
AN209.3105.77%
GPI327.5658.165%
ABG227.1508.72%
SAH102.3752.645%


EVs

F-150 Lightning

Owners of the Ford F-150 Lightning are defying the norm

- March 9, 2023
The F-150 Lightning electric pickup from Ford is revolutionizing the truck industry. Owners of Lightnings are defying the odds by using their electric truck beds for more heavy-duty work than...
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As a Tesla owner, the thought of having to replace your car's battery is a scary prospect, and costs very depending on the model year.

Tesla opens up first group of Superchargers to non-Tesla owners

- March 2, 2023
Tesla has opened up the first batch of its Superchargers to non-Tesla EVs as part of its fast-charging networking plan. Tesla is utilizing a unique socket for these charging units...
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technicians

The Urban League and NADA are working together to train mechanics

- February 27, 2023
The severe lack of auto technicians in the U.S. has prompted a number of initiatives to hire trained mechanics at auto dealerships. The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA), National Urban League,...
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Ram 1500 REV

Ram stops taking reservations after 1500 REV sells out in 5 days

- February 21, 2023
Ram ended reservations for its 1500 REV pickup truck just five days after the order books opened. Ram is certainly attempting to generate buzz about its EV, and there would...
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automotive industry news

Weekly Roundup: Dealer principal Mike Maroone’s view from the top and Tesla retaliates to union campaign

- February 17, 2023
Weekly Roundup: Tesla workers launched a unionizing campaign at Giga New York—layoffs swiftly followed, Toyota visionary Shoichiro Toyoda passed away at 97, Hyundai unveiled vehicle subscription service Evolve+, and more headlines to...
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Koji Sato

Restructuring Toyota’s EV strategy is the top priority for the next CEO

- February 14, 2023
With a new leadership team recently introduced, Toyota's incoming CEO, Koji Sato, has pledged to "drastically" rework the automaker's sluggish EV strategy in order to rebuild the largest automaker in...
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Mustang Mach-E price cuts

Ford follows Tesla’s lead and reduces the price of its electric Mustang Mach-E

- January 31, 2023
Ford Motor is ramping up production and lowering pricing for its electric Mustang Mach-E crossover, just weeks after Tesla revealed similar plans for its EVs. Depending on the model, the automaker...
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California ZEVs

In 2022, California sold 40% of all zero-emission vehicles in the United States

- January 26, 2023
Electric, hydrogen-powered, or plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) are considered zero-emissions vehicles (ZEVs), and automakers sold 345,818 of them in California in 2022. Which represents an increase of 138% over 2020...
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Polestar 2EV

The Polestar 2 EV gets a makeover to help increase its range for 2024

- January 25, 2023
Although a makeover never hurts, the most important thing is what's inside. For 2024, the Polestar 2 has undergone major aesthetic and powertrain technology updates. Being a standalone subsidiary of Volvo...
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Bronco

Ford is offering frustrated Bronco owners $2,500 to buy anything else

- January 25, 2023
Ford has sent letters offering a $2,500 discount to impatient customers sick of having to wait for specific high-end Bronco SUVs that are ordered but delayed due to the ongoing...
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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 takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics strategy accelerates
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