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    Hyundai opens $14M Alabama medical and wellness center

    The facility offers an array of services to its more than 4,000 Montgomery-based employees. 

    By Kalena Thomhave • April 18, 2025
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    Kia’s generative AI voice assistant debuts on the EV3 in Europe

    The company joins other automakers, including Hyundai, Volkswagen and Stellantis, aiming to add generative AI technology to their model lineups.

    By April 18, 2025
  • Commercial trucks cross the Lewiston-Queenston Bridge into the United States on Feb. 4, 2025, in Niagara Falls, Canada.
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    Canada grants limited reprieve on auto tariffs

    The country will allow a certain amount of U.S.-assembled cars to be imported duty-free provided companies maintain domestic production and investment levels. 

    By Philip Neuffer • April 17, 2025
  • Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick speaks during a cabinet meeting at the White House on March 24, 2025.
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    US launches probe into semiconductor imports

    The Section 232 investigation comes ahead of anticipated tariffs on the industry.

    By Philip Neuffer • April 14, 2025
  • An aerial view of the Ultium Cells electric vehicle battery cell plant in Lansing, Michigan.
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    LG Energy Solution picks up Michigan’s subsidies for Ultium plant

    General Motors announced the sale of its stake in the battery plant in December 2024.

    By Kalena Thomhave • April 14, 2025
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    The traditional cross-border model is holding the auto industry back

    Discover a smarter cross-border model for automotive supply chains that reduces costs and delays.

    April 14, 2025
  • Chang Song, president and head of Hyundai and Kia’s advanced vehicle platform division speaks on a stage. Behind him arm the words "HMG Developer Conference Pleos 25."
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    Hyundai accelerates self-driving technology development

    The automaker plans to incorporate Level 2+ autonomous driving technology in an incremental step toward full automation.

    By Kalena Thomhave • April 11, 2025
  • Symbolic of Sino-American relations, the flag of the United States of America and the flag of the Republic of China fly together on flag poles next to each other on a sunny, windy day.
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    China raises tariffs on US imports to 125%

    The increase takes effect Saturday, and the country's Ministry of Finance signaled it won’t retaliate further if Trump hikes duties again.

    By Max Garland • April 11, 2025
  • Ursula von der Leyen, head of the European Commission, delivers a speech in front of the European Parliament
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    EU delays US tariff countermeasures by 90 days

    The move comes in response to President Donald Trump’s pause of reciprocal tariffs against the bloc and most other trading partners.

    By Max Garland • April 10, 2025
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    Tariffs, fuel-efficient cars, could complicate Trump’s efforts to produce more oil

    The president’s desire to boost production could increase supply, but global unrest will have more of an impact on c-stores’ bottom lines, experts say.

    By Danielle McLean • April 10, 2025
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    EU approves further tariffs on US

    The retaliatory actions will start April 15, though the exact list of affected products remains unclear.

    By Philip Neuffer • April 9, 2025
  • The front grill of a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport SUV parked outdoors with blue sky in the background.
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    Ford recalls 33K Bronco Sport, Escape SUVs for potential fuel leaks

    The two SUV models were recalled in March 2024 for the same problem, which was addressed with an engine control software update.

    By April 7, 2025
  • President Donald Trump displays a signed executive order at the White House on April 2, 2025.
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    5 key details in Trump’s global tariffs order

    The text of the order opens the door for reduced duties for Canada and Mexico, but whether tariffs on China will stack remains nebulous.

    By Philip Neuffer • April 7, 2025
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    Deep Dive

    Global auto industry faces major disruption from Trump tariffs

    Global leaders expect substantial disruption in the automotive industry, both in the U.S. and around the world, as tariffs upend supply chains for automakers and parts suppliers.

    By Keith Nuthall in Ottawa; Julian Ryall in Tokyo; Sara Lewis in Brussels; and Andreia Nogueira in Lisbon • April 4, 2025
  • Current Canada Prime Minister Mark Carney gives a speech to supporters during a rally in Montreal on March 27, 2025.
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    Canada to match US tariffs on car imports

    The 25% duty on non-USMCA compliant passenger vehicles and light cargo trucks went into effect April 9.

    By Philip Neuffer • Updated April 9, 2025
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    China readies 34% tariff on US imports starting April 10

    The country's retaliation against President Donald Trump's trade policies builds upon previously announced duties.

    By Max Garland • April 4, 2025
  • Chang Song, president of Hyundai and Kia's Advanced Vehicle Platform Division, speaks at the company's Pleos 2025 technology event.
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    Hyundai announces new mobility software brand ‘Pleos’

    The automaker aims to achieve “Cloud Mobility” — a comprehensive ecosystem of mobility-focused software that’s continuously updated over-the-air.

    By April 4, 2025
  • Georgia Governor Brian Kemp looks on as Euisun Chung, Executive Chair Hyundai Motor Group signs an IONIQ 5 EV at the grand opening of the automaker's Metaplant America on March 26.
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    ZETA warns of economic risk of tariffs on EV supply chain

    Tariffs introduce uncertainty into an EV supply chain that companies are investing billions of dollars in, according to the trade group.

    By April 3, 2025
  • President Donald Trump waves to a crowd at the White House on April 2, 2025.
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    Trump installs 10% baseline tariff, country-specific duties

    The new duties will not be stacked on top of automotive-specific tariffs set to begin April 3, and exemptions for USMCA-compliant products remain in effect.

    By Philip Neuffer • April 2, 2025
  • An exterior red and white Toyota sign at the entrance of company's North America Headquarters in Plano, Texas.
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    Toyota’s finance arm makes executive changes

    The automaker named Anna Sampang as chief customer officer and Madhusudhan Reddy as chief information officer.

    By Kalena Thomhave • April 2, 2025
  • A person lifts a mountain bike from the bed of a Rivian R1T pickup truck outdoors with mountains in the background.
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    Rivian spins off micromobility unit as new startup named ‘Also’

    The unit will focus on small, lightweight electric vehicles to address global mobility transportation challenges, according to the EV maker.

    By April 2, 2025
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    Håkan Samuelsson returns to Volvo Cars as CEO

    The two-year appointment aims to ensure stability while the automaker searches for a long-term successor.

    By April 1, 2025
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    Ford asks investors to vote down supply chain emissions proposal

    Shareholder Green Century Capital Management wants the automaker to regularly disclose its strategies for meeting low-carbon steel benchmarks, among others.

    By April 1, 2025
  • The infotainment screen in a 2003 Honda Accord Touring model showing apps for drivers.
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    Honda fined $632K for violating California Consumer Privacy Act

    A state enforcement agency said the automaker made customers share excessive personal information with third parties without providing contract terms.

    By March 31, 2025
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    Ford taps Lululemon exec to lead integrated services unit

    The department aims to further develop the automaker's suite of software and digital services to inspire customer loyalty.

    By Kalena Thomhave • March 31, 2025