TSLA418.790-4.90999%
GM82.9801.28%
F15.285-0.425%
RIVN18.025-0.245%
CYD58.4500.78%
HMC27.9750.265%
TM179.680-0.54%
CVNA66.4402.79%
PAG171.245-0.635%
LAD291.6100.94%
AN187.860-2.39%
GPI306.7000.95%
ABG190.1103.19%
SAH84.2200.93%
TSLA418.790-4.90999%
GM82.9801.28%
F15.285-0.425%
RIVN18.025-0.245%
CYD58.4500.78%
HMC27.9750.265%
TM179.680-0.54%
CVNA66.4402.79%
PAG171.245-0.635%
LAD291.6100.94%
AN187.860-2.39%
GPI306.7000.95%
ABG190.1103.19%
SAH84.2200.93%
TSLA418.790-4.90999%
GM82.9801.28%
F15.285-0.425%
RIVN18.025-0.245%
CYD58.4500.78%
HMC27.9750.265%
TM179.680-0.54%
CVNA66.4402.79%
PAG171.245-0.635%
LAD291.6100.94%
AN187.860-2.39%
GPI306.7000.95%
ABG190.1103.19%
SAH84.2200.93%


Ford

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

Ford targets Level 3 eyes-off driving by 2028 with new EV platform

- January 8, 2026
On the Dash: Ford plans to launch Level 3 eyes-off driving on highways by 2028, debuting on a new EV platform. The technology will be offered as a paid feature,...
Ford, rear-view cameras

Ford posts best US sales since 2019 as trucks, hybrids offset EV slowdown

- January 7, 2026
On the Dash: Ford’s U.S. sales rose 6% in 2025 to 2.2 million vehicles, its strongest annual result since 2019. Strong F-Series and hybrid sales helped offset EV declines and...
Senate panel delays Detroit Three CEO hearing after Ford, GM object to timing during Detroit Auto Show and concerns over scope.

Senate committee postpones hearing amid Detroit Three CEO pushback

- January 7, 2026
On the Dash: A Senate committee postponed a hearing that would have brought Ford, GM, and Stellantis CEOs together for joint testimony for the first time since 2008. Ford and...
Ford signals a reset on EVs, favoring hybrids and core truck models after demand falls short of expectations.

Ford learns a very expensive lesson when it comes to EVs

- January 6, 2026
If you want a clear picture of where the American auto market is heading, don’t look at political speeches or glossy concept vehicles. Look at where manufacturers are spending —...
Chief Operating Officer Kumar Galhotra, recalls

Ford posts record 152 recalls in 2025 but says vehicle quality is improving

- January 5, 2026
On the Dash: Ford issued a record 152 safety recalls in 2025, reflecting an aggressive approach to detecting and correcting defects. The company doubled its safety team, expanded testing, and...
Dunne, Chinese, automakers

Michael Dunne elaborates how Chinese automakers are disrupting global markets

- January 2, 2026
One of the most important stories in automotive retail in 2025 is China’s accelerated influence on worldwide markets. Michael Dunne, CEO of Dunne Insights and host of the Driving with...
A dispute is brewing between Sen. Ted Cruz and the Detroit Three over CEO testimony at a Senate hearing on vehicle affordability.

Sen. Cruz, Detroit Three clash over CEO attendance at Senate affordability hearing

- December 31, 2025
On the Dash: Sen. Ted Cruz wants Detroit Three CEOs to testify at a Jan. 14 Senate hearing on vehicle affordability. Ford and GM object, citing scheduling conflicts, subject matter...
Ford, CATL, SK On battery parntership

Ford scales back EV plans, pivots to energy storage with Chinese battery tech

- December 24, 2025
On the Dash: Ford shifts focus from EVs to energy storage by leveraging CATL’s LFP technology, converting its Kentucky plant to produce stationary storage batteries. Chinese tech partnership navigates U.S....
Len Bellavia discusses how Ford’s Amazon CPO program tests digital retail limits while keeping dealers central, raising legal questions.

Len Bellavia examines legal risks in the Ford Amazon CPO program

- December 24, 2025
As automakers test new retail pathways, franchise dealers are closely monitoring where innovation intersects with franchise law. A key example is Ford’s alliance with Amazon, which places certified pre-owned vehicles...
LG Energy Solution, Ford

Ford ends $6.5B EV battery deal with LG Energy Solution amid EV pullback

- December 18, 2025
On the Dash: Ford is scaling back its EV strategy, terminating a $6.5 billion battery deal and canceling multiple EV models amid shifting demand and policy conditions. Battery suppliers are...