Targeted investment, tech can sustain critical infrastructure

To help communities bounce back after disaster, jurisdictions must identify gaps in lifeline systems and cost-effective ways to mend them, panelists at the Building Innovation 2025 conference said.

By Julie Strupp • June 24, 2025

GM recalls over 41K Cadillac Lyriq EVs for blank instrument displays while driving

The recall covers 2023-2024 models produced from March 2022 through September 2024.

By Eric Walz • June 24, 2025

Motional names president and CEO

Laura Major will lead the autonomous driving tech firm as it prepares to begin commercial service in 2026.

By Larry Avila • June 18, 2025

‘Break the silos’: Software-defined vehicle development requires new approach

More attention must be paid to "middleware" given consumer demand for smartphone-like updates for new models, experts said at AutoTech 2025.

By Eric Walz • June 18, 2025

NHTSA revises exemption process for vehicles without driver controls

The updated application process allows manufacturers to build up to 2,500 vehicles a year without steering wheels, pedals or mirrors.

By Eric Walz • June 17, 2025

Automakers face challenges in managing software-defined vehicles at scale

Industry experts suggest as vehicle technology increases in complexity, faster and more secure data management will be needed. 

By Eric Walz • June 13, 2025

The revival of Scout preserves its heritage through innovation

CTO Burkhard Huhnke details how the digital twin design process is expediting product testing as the automaker ramps up toward production in 2027.

By Eric Walz • June 12, 2025

Seattle outlines 7 priorities for autonomous vehicle adoption

Robotaxi policies should factor in equity, workforce training, safety and environmental concerns, diverse city residents said.

By Dan Zukowski • June 12, 2025

Vehicle mobile app usage rises among EV drivers: JD Power

But BEV owners want apps with better features and faster functionality.

By Kalena Thomhave • June 9, 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

Assisted by increasing affordability, global EV adoption continues to rise

An International Energy Agency report predicts EVs will make up more than a quarter of all cars sold this year.

By Kalena Thomhave • June 2, 2025

Ford recalls over 1M vehicles for defective backup camera software

The automaker also recalled 160K vehicles in April to address rearview camera faults caused by a loose circuit board connector.

By Eric Walz • June 2, 2025

Volvo Cars, Google expand partnership to deploy Gemini AI in vehicles

The automaker says the collaboration will help to “accelerate advancements in the connected car space for the entire automotive industry.”

By Eric Walz • May 30, 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

Hyundai’s updated Bluelink app simplifies EV charging

Drivers of some of the automaker’s newer electric vehicles can now locate and pay for public charging sessions with their smartphones.

By Kalena Thomhave • May 27, 2025

BP Pulse is bringing EV chargers to Waffle House

Chosen sites in the Southeast and the Sunbelt will get six electric vehicle charging bays, with the first locations coming online next year.

By Jessica Loder • May 27, 2025

Carmakers rev up AI efforts amid economic uncertainty

Ford, General Motors and Toyota pursue use cases to enhance customer experience, optimize costs and drive profits, executives said in their latest financial reports.

By Lindsey Wilkinson • May 22, 2025

Honda reducing EV investments by $21B, shifting focus to hybrids, ADAS tech

The automaker cited several factors for its decision, including slower than expected EV adoption, trade policies and relaxed environmental regulations in the U.S.

By Eric Walz • May 20, 2025

Google is adding its AI-powered Gemini voice assistant to Android Auto

The technology will be available for other vehicles with Google built-in later this year, including the new Lincoln Nautilus and Honda Passport.

By Eric Walz • May 19, 2025

GM names Aurora Innovation co-founder as chief product officer

Sterling Anderson will manage product lifecycles for the automaker's gas vehicles and EVs, effective June 2.

By Larry Avila • May 16, 2025

Kia joins Tesla’s Supercharger network after months-long delay

Recharging options for Kia EV owners grew by more than 80% through the partnership. 

By Kalena Thomhave • May 16, 2025

Uber expands robotaxis in partnership with Waymo, May Mobility, others

Atlanta will soon join Austin, Texas, offering autonomous Uber ride-hailing vehicles, CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said.

By Dan Zukowski • May 14, 2025

Ford’s chief EV, digital and design officer shares the automaker’s software vision

“In today’s automobiles, software is the single biggest lever in advancing a customer’s ownership experience,” said Doug Field in a blog post.

By Eric Walz • May 14, 2025

Volkswagen and Uber to test, deploy robotaxis

The companies plan to launch self-driving ID. Buzz service on the Uber app in 2026.

By Kalena Thomhave • May 12, 2025

Where data meets the road: How Snowflake is driving the future of automotive innovation

Discover how data, AI and cloud technology are transforming the automotive industry.

By Tim Long, Global Head of Manufacturing, Snowflake Pugal Janakiraman, Industry Field CTO—Manufacturing, Snowflake • May 12, 2025