TSLA400.4904.11%
GM79.290-0.29%
F14.0400.08%
RIVN16.5200.26%
CYD48.700-2.35%
HMC26.2600.07%
TM173.9401.17%
CVNA66.5503.69%
PAG175.2003.87%
LAD294.8501.83%
AN188.7402.38%
GPI313.1608.09%
ABG197.0506.92%
SAH80.7302.6%
TSLA400.4904.11%
GM79.290-0.29%
F14.0400.08%
RIVN16.5200.26%
CYD48.700-2.35%
HMC26.2600.07%
TM173.9401.17%
CVNA66.5503.69%
PAG175.2003.87%
LAD294.8501.83%
AN188.7402.38%
GPI313.1608.09%
ABG197.0506.92%
SAH80.7302.6%
TSLA400.4904.11%
GM79.290-0.29%
F14.0400.08%
RIVN16.5200.26%
CYD48.700-2.35%
HMC26.2600.07%
TM173.9401.17%
CVNA66.5503.69%
PAG175.2003.87%
LAD294.8501.83%
AN188.7402.38%
GPI313.1608.09%
ABG197.0506.92%
SAH80.7302.6%


Ford

GM, Ford pursue defense contracts as military demand fuels manufacturing growth

GM, Ford pursue defense contracts as military demand fuels manufacturing growth

- June 19, 2026
On the Dash: GM and Ford are leveraging manufacturing expertise to pursue a growing share of U.S. defense contracts. Defense-related business offers automakers a less cyclical revenue stream outside traditional...
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Ford begins U.S. production of LFP battery cells for next-generation EV platform

Ford begins U.S. production of LFP battery cells for next-generation EV platform

- June 17, 2026
On the Dash: Ford has started producing lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells in Michigan, supporting a lower-cost EV platform set to launch in 2027. The company expects the technology to...
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Novelis restarts Oswego plant after nine-month shutdown, easing F-150 supply shortage

Novelis restarts Oswego plant, easing auto aluminum shortages

- June 10, 2026
On the Dash: Novelis restarted its Oswego, N.Y., hot mill Wednesday after a nine-month shutdown. Two fires in fall 2025 cost Ford an estimated $2 billion in supply disruptions. The...
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Ford, Bloomberg Philanthropies invest $5M to train next generation of auto technicians

Ford, Bloomberg Philanthropies invest $5M to train next-gen auto technicians

- June 10, 2026
On the Dash: Ford estimates the U.S. auto industry will need more than 350,000 new technicians by 2029, including 7,000 in Michigan alone. The program creates a pipeline of dealership-ready...
Industry News Articles
Ford-backed group urges EU to delay EV import tariffs

Ford-backed group urges EU to delay EV import tariffs

- June 8, 2026
On the Dash: A Ford-backed group is urging the EU to delay EV import tariffs, citing battery supply chains that aren't ready. EU and UK battery production is far...
EVs & Technology Articles
Ford unveils Bronco Filson special edition with premium off-road features

Ford unveils Bronco Filson special edition with premium off-road features

- June 8, 2026
On the Dash: Ford continues to expand the Bronco lineup with premium, lifestyle-focused special editions aimed at outdoor enthusiasts. The Bronco Filson pairs high-end interior upgrades with standard off-road equipment,...
New Car Sales Articles
Trump weighs in on right-to-repair debate after meeting with automakers, dealers

Trump weighs in on right-to-repair debate after meeting with automakers, dealers

- June 5, 2026
On the Dash: The right-to-repair debate remains active in Washington and could affect dealership service operations. Dealers continue to oppose broader repair-data legislation, citing intellectual property and aftermarket concerns. Congress...
Industry News Articles
World's largest battery maker shifting away from EVs to energy storage

World’s largest battery maker shifts away from EVs to energy storage

- June 5, 2026
On the Dash: CATL wants energy storage to account for half of its global sales by 2030, up from 25% today. Automakers and dealers could face tighter EV battery supply...
EVs & Technology Articles
Ford U.S. sales fall 14% in May as EV, hybrid, truck demand softens

Ford U.S. sales fall 14% in May as EV, hybrid, truck demand softens

- June 4, 2026
On the Dash: Ford's EV sales slowdown continues, with Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning posting steep year-over-year declines. Hybrid sales also fell, signaling broader softness beyond battery-electric vehicles. Explorer, Maverick...
Industry News Articles
Novelis to restart Oswego hot mill, easing Ford F-150 supply crunch

Novelis to restart Oswego hot mill, easing Ford F-150 supply crunch

- June 3, 2026
On the Dash: Novelis expects to restart its Oswego hot mill within weeks, ahead of a late June target. The shutdown cost Novelis an estimated $925 million in pre-tax losses...
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