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Ram surges 20% YoY as North America drives Stellantis’ Q1 volumes
Despite continuing trading challenges, the company claimed the fastest-growing automaker title, CEO Antonio Filosa said.
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Wards 10 Best Awards2026 Wards 10 Best Interiors & UX Winners: OEMs look to redefine the in-cabin experience
Digital cockpits, connectivity, the return of buttons and knobs and more premium materials are among the trends transforming vehicle interiors.
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GM’s US manufacturing investments surpass $6B in one year
The company’s latest commitments totaling $830 million will support SUV and truck production at major facilities in Michigan and Ohio.
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Ford expects $1.3B tariff refund, but supply chain pressure remains
The automaker is still prepping for a $1 billion hit from tariffs in 2026 while projecting sizable commodity headwinds.
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GM bets on trucks and keeps writing down EVs, amid war and trade unease
The automaker sees full-size pickups, SUVs and a diversified portfolio as key to maintaining margins in 2026, despite potential challenges.
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Nissan cancels 2 electric SUVs planned for the US market
The automaker said the decision would “better align with market conditions, customer demand and its updated strategic direction.”
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Trump targets EU cars, trucks with 25% tariff
The U.S. president said he would install the levy next week because the bloc “is not complying” with a trade agreement struck last summer.
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Courtesy of Volkswagen
Volkswagen reveals ID. Polo as new entry-level EV
The compact hatchback targets Europe and other global markets with its sub-$30,000 price, but it’s not planned for the U.S.
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Diehl Automotive Group adds Toyota, VW dealerships amid buying spree
CEO Corina Diehl said a refined corporate structure has helped accelerate its M&A process and identify unique opportunities like a collision center addition.
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Fed holds main rate steady, notes risks to jobs, inflation from Iran war
Jerome Powell said after the end of his term as Federal Reserve Chair in May he will remain on the board as a governor to help ensure the Fed is free of political interference.
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Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
Higher-margin trucks, SUVs boost Ford’s revenue in Q1
Combined sales of the Bronco, Explorer and Expedition rose 17.9% year over year, which was the best first-quarter start for these models since 2002.
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2027 Infiniti QX65 review: Luxury fastback SUV makes a smooth statement
The QX65 channels FX design flair and delivers refinement and comfort for the road, not necessarily the trail.
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A single-point dealership sells to a larger auto group to remain competitive
Derek Sylvester, former owner of the Chevy store, will continue working there along with his two daughters and nephew.
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Auto industry ransomware attacks more than doubled in 2025
The former deputy assistant director of the FBI’s Cyber Division said hackers are targeting OEMs and suppliers who must act quickly to identify attacks.
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Courtesy of Volvo Cars
Volvo Cars cites geopolitical conditions for Q1 2026 sales slide
Challenges in the U.S. and China are being mitigated by strong European performance, said CEO Håkan Samuelsson.
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Courtesy of General Motors
GM forecasts $500M tariff refund, plans further mitigation efforts
The automaker still projects up to $3.5 billion in duty costs in 2026, primarily driven by Section 232 levies, including those on steel and aluminum
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Courtesy of Stellantis
FCA US recalls 65K Ram trucks for instrument cluster display failures
The unit’s 3.5-inch screen, which shows gear position and vehicle warnings, may fail to appear at startup or power off while driving due to a software error.
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Canada’s new auto lobby sets USMCA review as its initial focus
The Pacific Manufacturing Association of Canada wants Toyota and Honda "to access the USA market — that's where vehicles made in Canada get bought,” CEO Brendan Sweeney told WardsAuto.
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Analysts hail Stellantis, Microsoft’s AI training partnership
Efforts to embrace AI systemically could help accelerate the automaker's competitiveness versus emerging brands from China.
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Fixed Ops, F&I carry the load for dealerships in Q1
Tariffs imposed a year ago temporarily restored some of the pricing power dealers had lost because of higher new-car inventories, a Presidio-NCM study said.
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Courtesy of Jaguar Land Rover
JLR recalls more than 170,000 US mild hybrids over power loss
A remedy for the issue that could lead to DC-DC converter failure is "currently under development," according to a JLR letter filed with NHTSA.
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Courtesy of Smart Automobile Co.
Smart signals US ambitions as it unveils Concept #2 city EV
While current trade tensions are preventing the brand’s return, the company’s marketing chief Kang Yi said the company is not closing the door on the U.S.
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Tesla plans over $25B in capital spend for robotics, chips and AI
The planned expenses this year are triple the amount of capital spent in 2025 and will support the automaker’s factory and production line conversions.
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Courtesy of Seat S.A.
SDVs pose challenges to automotive supply chains, Moody’s says
Quality control of software is not as easy as hardware, but automakers are warned not to overreact.
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ColumnThe $100B quality tax: Why the industry is losing the war on defects
Automakers are trying to build more complex vehicles in less time, while navigating broad technology shifts. What could possibly go wrong?
