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    Ford recalls 850K vehicles for defective fuel pumps

    The automaker has issued 89 recalls this year, which potentially extend to over 5.2 million vehicles.

    By • July 14, 2025
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    From port to plant: How automotive shippers are slashing demurrage, per diem and downtime

    Key ways automotive shippers can streamline container flow and minimize disruption.

    By Joe Greek • July 14, 2025
  • Donald Trump holds up a pamphlet that says "Foreign Trade Barriers" while speaking at a podium.
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    US plans 30% tariffs on EU, Mexico

    President Donald Trump unveiled the new duty rates, set to begin Aug. 1, in separate letters shared on social media Saturday morning. 

    By Max Garland , Philip Neuffer • July 12, 2025
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    Elektrobit and Foxconn plan to jointly develop EV platform

    Foxconn launched a mobility consortium in 2021 with the goal of creating a standardized electric vehicle platform.

    By • July 8, 2025
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    Trump rolls out reciprocal tariffs for Japan, South Korea, others

    The U.S. detailed the rates it will impose on imports from certain countries starting Aug. 1 in mostly identical letters shared by the president.

    By Philip Neuffer • Updated July 12, 2025
  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks to reporters at the U.S. Capitol on June 27, 2025.
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    US preps for August return of country-specific reciprocal tariffs

    The Trump administration plans to reinstate the levies Aug. 1 after alerting individual trading partners of their specific duty rates starting Monday.

    By Philip Neuffer • July 7, 2025
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    Continental continues push to focus solely on tires

    The automotive supplier confirmed it will sell its ContiTech business division as it further streamlines its operations.

    By Kalena Thomhave • July 2, 2025
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    Continental’s automotive group creates semiconductor unit

    The auto parts maker, recently branded as Aumovio, is teaming with GlobalFoundries to develop and manufacture chip components as demand ramps up.

    By Nathan Owens • July 1, 2025
  • A white 2025 Lincoln Aviator SUV on road with tress and greenery in the background.
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    Ford recalls 133K Lincoln Aviator SUVs for loose exterior trim

    This is the second recall for Aviator models in June, the first of which was for incorrectly installed second-row seat switch bezels.

    By • June 30, 2025
  • A red 2024 Chevrolet Silverado Chassis Cab parked at a work site with a bridge and construction machinery in the background.
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    GM recalls 62K Chevrolet Silverado trucks for brake system electrical short

    Because of a resulting fire hazard, the automaker is advising customers to park their vehicles outdoors and away from structures until repairs are completed.

    By • June 27, 2025
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    Honda recalls 259K vehicles for brake pedal defect

    The automaker cites insufficient training at a supplier, which resulted in some brake pedal pins not being properly staked before assembly.

    By • June 26, 2025
  • The interior of a 2025 Ford Explorer SUV showing the steering wheel and instrument panel.
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    Ford recalls over 300K Explorer, Aviator SUVs for binding second-row seat switches

    The automaker is sending out interim notification letters beginning June 23 to alert customers of the safety risk. It will mail a second letter once replacement parts are available.

    By • June 25, 2025
  • Stellantis Mopar Megahub Detroit Michigan
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    Stellantis plans $388M parts distribution ‘Megahub’ in metro Detroit

    The facility will be staffed by nearly 500 UAW workers once operational in 2027, according to the company. 

    By Kalena Thomhave • June 24, 2025
  • Signage of Nippon Steel Corp. is displayed outside the company's headquarters on January 07, 2025 in Tokyo, Japan
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    Nippon finalizes $14B US Steel takeover

    The deal gives President Donald Trump approval over key provisions of the new partnership, including any job moves, facility closures or other future acquisitions. 

    By • June 20, 2025
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    Allison Transmission acquires Dana Inc.’s off-highway unit for $2.7B

    Through the purchase, the supplier aims to expand its commercial powertrain offerings to a broader global marketplace. 

    By • June 13, 2025
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    Automakers must cope with tariff-fueled business climate in the short-term: analyst

    S&P Global forecasts that the global trade environment may have more clarity by the end of the year. 

    By • June 10, 2025
  • Brand new Lucid electric cars sit parked in front of a Lucid Studio showroom on May 24, 2024, in San Francisco, California.
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    Lucid signs US graphite supply deal for EV batteries

    The agreement with Graphite One builds on a 2024 pact between the two companies and is expected to begin providing EV battery materials to the carmaker in 2028.

    By • June 6, 2025
  • United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer speaks during a hearing before the House Committee on Ways and Means on April 9, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
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    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
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    Clarios plans $1B plant to shore up US critical mineral supply

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

    By • June 4, 2025
  • The front grill of a white 2024 Toyota Tundra pickup.
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    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 • June 3, 2025
  • A white factory with the blue U.S. Steel logo and U.S. flag on the building.
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    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 • Updated June 2, 2025
  • Stellantis Mopar New York Hudson Valley distribution center
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    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
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    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 • May 15, 2025
  • Nissan Smyrna Tennessee plant
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    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 • May 14, 2025
  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent appears before the House Financial Services Committee on May 7, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
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    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