Adam Chamberlain returns to Mercedes-Benz USA as CEO

Dimitris Psillakis will transition to a senior strategic advisor role and remain with the company until the end of 2025, the automaker said.

By Kalena Thomhave • April 28, 2025

Volvo Cars names new CFO

Deputy CFO Fredrik Hansson has taken over for Johan Ekdahl, who resigned after nearly a decade on the job.

By Larry Avila • April 25, 2025

Hyundai posts its highest Q1 revenue in company history

The automaker plans to maintain its sales momentum with the launch of new hybrids and fully electric models under its Ioniq brand.

By Eric Walz • April 25, 2025

GM’s head of global manufacturing resigns

Jens Peter Clausen, a veteran of Tesla and Google, will step down in mid-May after overseeing the automaker's manufacturing for a little over a year.

By Larry Avila • April 24, 2025

Auto groups: US tariff policies ‘will scramble the global automotive supply chain’

In a letter to the Trump administration, industry leaders say recent actions will increase costs and eliminate jobs.

By Larry Avila • April 23, 2025

Tesla’s net profit nosedives 71% in Q1

Elon Musk’s alignment with the Trump administration may be impacting Tesla's reputation, according to one analyst.

By Eric Walz • April 23, 2025

General Motors taps Dell sustainability head to become new CSO

Cassandra Garber will lead the automotive giant’s sustainability efforts and ESG practices starting April 22, which coincides with Earth Day.

By Zoya Mirza • April 22, 2025

Nissan nominates 4 new board candidates after exec shakeup

New CEO Ivan Espinosa is among the recommended director appointments after the automaker overhauled its executive leadership team to lead its turnaround.

By Larry Avila • April 22, 2025

Most automakers report sales gains in Q1

GM reported a double-digit sales jump to start the year, while Ford and Stellantis reported quarterly declines.

By Larry Avila • April 22, 2025

US proceeds with China-linked ship fees

Trade groups fear the plan will raise ocean rates and disrupt supply chains, but U.S. officials argue the fees are essential to incentivizing domestic shipbuilding.

By Edwin Lopez • April 21, 2025

Trump orders review of Nippon-US Steel deal

The 45-day review renews the possibility that the Japan-based firm could acquire the American steelmaker.

By Kate Magill • April 18, 2025

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

Powell says tariffs will likely push up inflation, unemployment rate

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell highlighted how policy shifts by the Trump administration have created unusual economic uncertainty.

By Jim Tyson • April 17, 2025

Continental Tire names CEO for Americas

Tansu Işık will take the reins for the tire manufacturer in the Americas, succeeding Jochen Etzel after his retirement in May 1.

By Kalena Thomhave • April 9, 2025

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

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 Eric Walz • April 1, 2025

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

Nissan Americas CIO to retire amid broader leadership shifts

Lesley Ma, a seasoned executive with stints at Ford and General Motors, will replace William Orange, effective April 7.

By Roberto Torres • March 28, 2025

GM Energy joins PG&E bidirectional EV charging pilot in California

Certain electric vehicle owners are now eligible for discounts on charging equipment that can be used to power homes during blackouts.

By Kalena Thomhave • March 28, 2025

Nissan to launch 10 new models in North America to fuel comeback

The roster of refreshed and all-new vehicles will include the return of the electric Leaf as a compact crossover in the U.S.

By Eric Walz • March 26, 2025

Hyundai to invest $21B in US manufacturing

The automaker plans to build a $5.8 billion steel plant in Louisiana as part of the investment.

By Kate Magill • March 25, 2025

AI, ‘digital fluency’ top workers’ skills-building wishlist

Adoption of the technology at work continues to be a tricky area of conversation, especially regarding the future-proofing of individual resumes and entire businesses.

By Caroline Colvin • March 25, 2025

Hiring for promise can help close skills gaps, research indicates

“Many organizations are transforming their capabilities so rapidly that they can’t acquire all the skills they need,” a Gartner director said.

By Carolyn Crist • March 24, 2025

Stellantis offers buyouts in Michigan, Ohio and Illinois

The buyouts and voluntary retirement packages follow a challenging 2024 for the automaker that included declining profits and shrinking market share in North America.

By Eric Walz • March 21, 2025

Nissan’s new leaders bring fresh perspective: analysts

A new CEO and executive team may be the right approach to revitalize the struggling automaker, experts say. 

By Larry Avila • March 18, 2025