TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%


President Donald Trump

The Court of International Trade on Wednesday struck down most of President Donald Trump's tariffs, ruling he exceeded his legal authority

Federal court blocks Trump’s tariffs, citing congressional overreach

- May 29, 2025
In a setback for the White House, the U.S. Court of International Trade on Wednesday struck down most of President Donald Trump's tariffs, ruling that he exceeded his legal authority...
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President Trump appeared to signal support last week for a long-disputed partnership between U.S. Steel Corp. and Japan’s Nippon Steel Corp.

Trump signals support for U.S. Steel deal but leaves ownership terms unclear

- May 27, 2025
President Donald Trump appeared to signal support last week for a long-disputed partnership between U.S. Steel Corp. and Japan’s Nippon Steel Corp., reigniting investor optimism, but without confirming whether he...
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President Donald Trump is calling for the renegotiation- or possible termination– of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).

Trump advocates for renegotiation of USMCA trade agreement amid national security concerns

- May 19, 2025
President Donald Trump is calling for the renegotiation- or possible termination– of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), five years after touting it as a major economic achievement. The announcement follows a...
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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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The Trump admin is considering new tariffs on imported critical minerals which may affect the automotive industry's access to materials.

Trump administration eyes tariffs on critical minerals, raising stakes for auto industry

- May 14, 2025
The Trump administration is considering new tariffs on imported critical minerals and their derivative products, which may affect the automotive industry's access to essential manufacturing materials. A national security investigation...
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California and 16 states sue Trump admin over halted $5B EV charger funding, citing threats to jobs, innovation, and clean energy goals.

California leads legal battle against Trump’s EV charger infrastructure rollback

- May 9, 2025
California, joined by 16 other Democratic-led states, has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for halting billions of dollars in federal funding to expand America's EV fast-charger infrastructure. The...
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Ford has suspended its full-year financial forecast, citing $1.5 billion hit to its 2025 adjusted earnings from the President’s tariffs.

Ford suspends forecast as Trump tariffs cut $1.5B from 2025 earnings

- May 6, 2025
Ford has suspended its full-year financial forecast, citing a projected $1.5 billion hit to its 2025 adjusted earnings from President Donald Trump’s auto tariffs. The automaker said shifting trade policies...
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On May 2, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told employees that he is planning to reduce the department’s workforce

Transportation Secretary plans to cut workforce by end of May under Trump’s efficiency push

- May 5, 2025
Speaking at a department town hall on May 2, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that the Department of Transportation will carry out a reduction in force (RIF) at the end...
Headlines Articles
GM will eliminate one of three shifts at its Oshawa, Ontario, plant, cutting roughly 700 jobs as it adjusts to President Trump's tariffs.

GM cuts shifts in Ontario plant, impacting 700 jobs due to auto tariffs

- May 5, 2025
General Motors (GM) will eliminate one of three shifts at its Oshawa, Ontario, plant, cutting roughly 700 jobs as the automaker adjusts its North American operations in response to President...
Headlines Articles

Weekly Roundup: Trump eases tariffs, GM cuts outlook, Ford axes $10B project

- May 2, 2025
Earlier this week: Trump to ease auto tariffs, reimburse automakers, and soften parts duties. GM slashes profit outlook amid $5 billion tariff threat. Ford scraps key software program after $10...
Daily Automotive News


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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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