White House extends exclusions for Section 301 China tariffs

Exemptions to the duties installed during previous administrations will remain until Aug. 31, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative announced last week.

By Philip Neuffer • June 5, 2025

GlobalFoundries commits $16B to expand New York, Vermont facilities

The chipmaker said the move resulted from President Trump’s push to onshore U.S. manufacturing and expand the domestic semiconductor supply chain for companies like Apple and General Motors.

By Sara Samora • June 4, 2025

Clarios plans $1B plant to shore up US critical mineral supply

The facility would recycle metalloid antimony to boost U.S. battery production.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 4, 2025

Toyota recalls 443K Tundra pickups for reverse light failures

The truck’s light assemblies are susceptible to moisture intrusion caused by adhesive separation on a vent patch.

By Eric Walz • June 3, 2025

Trump to increase steel, aluminum tariffs to 50%

The president announced the tariff hikes, which are set to begin Wednesday, while touting Nippon Steel’s proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel during a rally in Pittsburgh.

By Sara Samora • Updated June 2, 2025

Rivian secures $1B infusion from VW after meeting Q2 profit goal

Volkswagen Group’s investment will help the EV maker continue production, even as the company works to mitigate the impact of tariffs.

By Larry Avila • May 29, 2025

GM to invest $888M in New York to produce next-gen V8 engine

The automaker will use the funds to install new machinery, equipment, tools and facility renovations at its Tonawanda Propulsion plant.

By Eric Walz • May 28, 2025

GM, LG Energy target commercializing manganese-rich batteries for EVs

The battery chemistry virtually eliminates Cobalt and uses less nickel, while still offering high energy density to improve electric vehicle range.

By Eric Walz • May 27, 2025

Subaru weighs options to curtail a potential $2.5B tariff hit

The automaker’s Indiana plant, which now makes around 350,000 vehicles a year, has capacity to ramp up production, a company spokesperson said.

By Larry Avila • May 22, 2025

BMW hits milestone of 7M BMWs built in the US

The automaker is investing $1.7 billion for EV production in the country. 

By Kalena Thomhave • May 22, 2025

Commerce asks automakers for supply chain data for tariff evaluations

The federal agency will require submissions of information such as declared customs value of imports and country of final assembly for carmakers to qualify for reduced duty rates.

By Kelly Stroh • May 21, 2025

Stellantis opens automated parts distribution center in New York’s Hudson Valley

The company said the new facility’s technology will speed order completion and delivery times in the region.

By Kalena Thomhave • May 19, 2025

Waymo, Magna to jointly build robotaxis at new Arizona factory

The new facility will be capable of building “tens of thousands” of autonomous commercial ride-hailing vehicles a year once fully operational.

By Eric Walz • May 19, 2025

Hyundai, Posco Group partnership to strengthen US sourcing

The automaker secured the manufacturing conglomerate as an investor for its $5.8 billion Louisiana steel plant and an EV battery material resource.

By Larry Avila • May 15, 2025

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

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

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

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

‘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

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

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

Hyundai Mobis develops EV battery with built-in fire suppression

The company said the technology prevents thermal runaway battery fires rather than simply delaying them. 

By Kalena Thomhave • April 30, 2025