New vehicle brand loyalty inching closer to pre-pandemic levels

Toyota leads OEMs while Tesla has faltered, according to a new report.

GM-Hyundai partnership yields five new vehicles

The two automakers expect to sell more than 800,000 of the new vehicles each year once production is fully scaled.

Fewer traffic deaths reported in early 2025

According to federal data, 8,055 people were killed on U.S. roads in the first three months of 2025, a 6.3% decline compared to the same period in 2024.

Toyota invests more than $50M in Arizona testing center

The improvements to the desert facility reflects the automaker’s drive to do business “where it sells.”

Lucid disappoints Wall Street, drops production forecast

The company’s models will lose the federal tax credit while the upstart automaker faces stiff competition from better-known brands selling BEVs.

Trump plans 100% tariffs for semiconductor imports

Chips are one of several product types currently under Section 232 investigation by the White House, a frequent precursor to duties.

Ford recalls 56K F-150 pickups for seat belt warning chime

The latest recall is the automaker’s 94th in 2025, the highest-ever for an automaker in a given year.

Stellantis names Scott Krugger as head of North America design

The new role includes leading the creative direction and design strategy of the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram brands.

Ford names commercial business unit president

Former GM and Amazon executive Alicia Boler Davis will take over leadership at Ford Pro effective Oct. 1, the automaker said.

The supervisor crisis — and why companies should be worried

Without a pipeline of future supervisors, companies may experience a leadership vacuum in coming years, a new report found.

EU delays countermeasures to US tariffs by 6 months

The bloc has now paused implementation three times, with the latest moratorium coming after reaching a framework deal with the U.S.

Former head of Cruise joins Kodiak’s board of directors

Mohamed Elshenawy will bring self-driving car expertise to the autonomous trucking company as it prepares to go public, per Kodiak’s announcement.

Amazon Autos adds CPO, used Hyundai vehicles to its online marketplace

The e-commerce site lets dealers reach more customers, many of whom expect an omnichannel car buying experience when purchasing a new or used vehicle.

‘We’re going to have to live with tariffs’: PMI

A seemingly cemented plan for country-specific tariffs could lead to a more stable and predictable industry in the year ahead, according to the Institute for Supply Management. 

Toyota Motor North America VP of manufacturing to retire

Janette Hostettler is currently responsible for vehicle manufacturing and organization at the automaker’s largest global manufacturing facility.

US to install country-specific tariffs Aug. 7

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday officially codifying rates for over 60 trading partners while pushing back implementation by seven days.

Ford takes out $3B loan amid tariff uncertainty

The unsecured loan signals confidence from lenders, although the automaker’s current credit rating indicates its business is vulnerable to adverse economic conditions.

FCA US recalls 121K Jeep models for second-row head restraint issue

The headrests may not lock in the upright position due to an interference condition, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

US unveils details for 50% copper tariff

The plan includes levies on semi-finished copper products and their derivatives, a sales requirement for copper scrap and some exceptions for auto parts.

Return-to-office orders drive attendance bump, but hybrid work tools remain crucial

Mandates are helping to increase attendance, but most office interactions still involve remote participants, meaning operators must remain diligent in implementing and measuring collaboration tools, experts say.

Tariffs hit Ford’s Q2 profit while automaker teases big EV news

The No. 2 U.S.-based automaker by sales volume projects a $3 billion loss this year from tariffs.

Nissan to shutter Mexico factory as part of broader cost savings plan

The CIVAC Plant was Nissan’s first production facility outside Japan and operated continuously for more than 60 years.

US, South Korea strike tariff deal, Trump says

Under the proposed agreement, imports from South Korea would be subject to a 15% tariff while U.S.-originating goods would be exempt from duties.

New vehicle spending projected to hit monthly record in July: JD Power

However, tariffs may complicate the future market, according to a new sales forecast.

Supplier expects to benefit from $16.5B Tesla, Samsung AI chip deal

Graphjet Technology says growth in U.S. semiconductor manufacturing is timely for its planned expansion in Nevada.