Honda postpones $11B EV production investment in Canada

The automaker is delaying the plan by at least two years while seeking increased production in the U.S. for multiple models to avoid tariffs.

By Eric Walz • May 14, 2025

Ford’s chief EV, digital and design officer shares the automaker’s software vision

“In today’s automobiles, software is the single biggest lever in advancing a customer’s ownership experience,” said Doug Field in a blog post.

By Eric Walz • May 14, 2025

Nissan maneuvers to soften $3B hit from tariffs

The automaker says mitigation strategies, including collaborating with suppliers, will lessen the impact of U.S. duties by 30%.

By Larry Avila • May 14, 2025

Nissan slashing 20K jobs by FY2027

The automaker’s latest cost-savings plan also calls for seven plant closures in an effort to generate $3.4 billion in savings.

By Larry Avila • May 13, 2025

Toyota forecasts net income decline of 21% amid tariffs

The automaker faces uncertainties in the upcoming fiscal year as it works to lessen the impact of U.S. tariffs and potentially higher supply chain costs.

By Eric Walz • May 13, 2025

Polestar names new North America leader

Rick Bryant will succeed Anders Gustafsson, effective May 12. 

By Larry Avila • May 12, 2025

Volkswagen and Uber to test, deploy robotaxis

The companies plan to launch self-driving ID. Buzz service on the Uber app in 2026.

By Kalena Thomhave • May 12, 2025

US, China agree to reduce tariff rates for 90 days

By Wednesday, the two countries will charge 10% baseline duties during the period and remove certain retaliatory levies that pushed rates over 100%.

By Philip Neuffer • May 12, 2025

Omnichannel, first-party data top automotive marketing trends in 2025

OEMs and dealers are investing heavily in customer retention and conquesting and creating seamless buyers’ journeys, experts say.

By Michael Brady • May 9, 2025

Lucid leans into US manufacturing, Gravity launch amid market headwinds

The luxury EV manufacturer touts growth, tech licensing potential and domestic supply chain advantages in the wake of tariff turmoil.

By Nancy Dunham | WardsAuto • May 8, 2025

Ford recalls over 160K Super Duty pickups, SUVs for backup camera fault

A faulty printed circuit board connector may result in a blank screen or distorted image when shifting into reverse.

By Eric Walz • May 8, 2025

GM names North America president

Duncan Aldred takes over the role vacated by Marissa West in August 2024.

By Larry Avila • May 7, 2025

Hyundai bolsters executive leadership

The automaker promoted one executive to a new global role and another to oversee its North America manufacturing.

By Larry Avila • May 7, 2025

Rivian investing $120M in Illinois to strengthen domestic supply chain

The company’s planned supplier park is meant to create an electric vehicle manufacturing ecosystem, officials said.

By Larry Avila • May 6, 2025

‘We’re headed in the wrong direction’: Tariffs drive up prices, hurt output, PMI says

Manufacturers pulled back on production last month as the Trump administration's volatile trade policy caused consumer confusion and a drop in demand, according to the Institute for Supply Management. 

By Kate Magill • May 6, 2025

Ford lowers 2025 earnings outlook amid tariffs, BEV losses

While the automaker faces headwinds for the rest of 2025, the company says it is improving quality and lowering fixed costs.

By David Kiley | WardsAuto • May 6, 2025

Hyundai unveils its next-generation hybrid powertrain system

The new technology offers a 45% increase in fuel efficiency and 19% more power compared to ICE powertrains of the same class, according to the automaker.

By Eric Walz • May 5, 2025

Toyota, Waymo to collaborate on autonomous driving platform

The two companies aim to install advanced self-driving technology in personally owned Toyota vehicles.

By Eric Walz • May 5, 2025

Tariffs see Stellantis ditch financial forecast as Q1 revenues slide

The automaker’s first quarter revenue slumps 14% as it launches its financial recovery plan.

By Paul Myles | WardsAuto • May 2, 2025

GM recalls nearly 600K SUVs, pickups over engine failures

Over the past several years, the automaker identified more than 28,000 field complaints and incidents in the U.S. market potentially related to 6.2L V8 engine issues.

By Eric Walz • May 2, 2025

GM projects up to $5B in tariff costs in 2025

The automaker says it will work to hold the line on consumer pricing of its vehicles.

By David Kiley | WardsAuto • May 2, 2025

Mercedes-Benz to produce a new ‘core-segment’ vehicle in Alabama

Details were limited, but a spokesperson said the move aligns with the automaker's focus on optimization amid market shifts.

By Larry Avila • May 2, 2025

Toyota invests additional $88M in West Virginia

The automaker's cumulative investments total over $2.8 billion since it began production in the state in 1998.

By Larry Avila • May 1, 2025

Mercedes-Benz unveils steer-by-wire system

The automaker says it will be the first German OEM to offer the electronic steering technology in a production vehicle when it launches in 2026.

By Eric Walz • May 1, 2025

GM beats Wall Street expectations, suspends guidance over tariffs

General Motors is heavily exposed to tariffs, including its Buick brand, but Trump’s waffling offers some relief.

By David Kiley | WardsAuto • April 30, 2025