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Electric vehicles and some hybrids could help sustain the grid during a natural disaster. A deadly cold snap that hit Texas in 2021 left more than 4.5 million homes and businesses without power for days. A handful of owners of Ford F-150…

The Tesla Cyberquad for Kids is being recalled for a safety violation, and buyers of the $1,900 electric all-terrain vehicle — modeled after the Tesla Cybertruck design — can receive a full refund, the states Consumer Product Safety…

Mullen Automotive has hired former General Motors executive John Schwegman as the electric vehicle maker's chief commercial officer.Schwegman spent 35 years at GM in a variety of marketing-related roles, most recently senior director of…

PARIS — Renault said group sales reached 9.8 billion euros ($9.57 billion) in the third quarter as price increases helped the automaker generate revenue growth despite a decline car sales compared to the previous year. The group's overall…

The Ridgeville plant, which opened four years ago and is still underutilized, currently builds only one vehicle: the Volvo S60 low-volume sedan. At the end of next year, he will start assembling the large EX90 crossover. Supplying most of…

Top models from Mercedes-Benz are GLE 450, GLE400d, GLS, GLS Maybach as well as sedans such as S-Class, S-Class Maybach, G-Class, AMG E53 and E63 AMG as well as EQS and EQS53 AMG electric sedans. By : HT automatic office |…

WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Unit of Stellantide will pay $5.6 million to solve a California investigating violations of air quality regulations, the state announced Thursday. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) said the 30,600 vehicles…

Hyundai Motor Group galloped Ford Motor Co.. for the No. 2 spot in the US EV horse race. Through August, the South Korean automaker reported 43,072 new registrations of electric vehicles across its Kia, Hyundai and Genesis brands –…

An unidentified man slept on the windshield of a Honda car in Washington DC. By : HT automatic office | Updated: 08 Oct 2022, 15:07 Screenshot taken from the video posted on Twitter. The internet is full!--StoryGalleryPopup-->…

"If you're towing 10,000 pounds, an electric truck is not the way to go. And 95% of our customers tow over 10,000 pounds," Ford Motor Co. CEO Jim Farley told media at the Churchill Downs Racecourse, where he revealed a revamped Super Duty…

Fisker will showcase a premium version of its upcoming all-electric Ocean crossover at the 2022 Paris auto show, the company said in a statement. The California-based EV startup said it was still on track to start production of the midsize…

The push for battery-only supercars makes little sense for purely environmental reasons, said Philippe Houchois, an automotive analyst at investment bank Jefferies. “Putting a big battery in a supercar has a negative impact on…

Integrity Automotive acquires Nissan store Integrity Automotive Holdings of Mamaroneck, NY, expanded again with the July 25 purchase of its third Nissan store, buying a dealership in Springfield, NJ, from World Auto Group and Chris…

The automotive industry, already grappling with a global shortage of microchipsnow sees another supply chain concern: a lack of boats. Revenues from freighters that transport cars and industrial machinery around the world have soared to…

The E-Tech Electric Trafic Van is one of many electric vans that will make their public debut at the Hannover Motor Show, last held in 2018. Ford will introduce the E-Transit Custom medium van, unveiled earlier this month, with a range of…

PARIS — Global auto production appears to be picking up steam, according to a new forecast from S&P Global Mobility — but the analyst firm has downgraded its outlook for Europe as semiconductor shortages continue and that slowing…

The semi-finalist trucks are the Chevrolet Silverado ZR2, the Ford F-150 Lightning and the Lordstown Endurance. Candidates for Car of the Year are Acura Integra, BMW i4 eDrive 40, Genesis G80 EV, Genesis G90, Mercedes-Benz C-Class,…

Kia has exported over 1.5 lakh vehicles from India. They have five vehicles in the lineup, Sonet, Seltos, Carens, EV6 and Carnival. By : HT automatic office | Updated: Sep 10, 2022, 12:21 PM Kia Seltos and Sonet…

President Joe Biden signed into law the Cut Inflation Act in late August, designed to encourage domestic production of electric vehicles and reduce reliance on foreign supply chains.The legislation, which changes eligibility requirements…

JT Hoffman, Senior Director of Insurance Sales for Ally Southeast Region, discusses the galvanizing force of the pandemic on the digital transformation of the finance and insurance process. He also has some tips on how dealerships can…

Despite Randall's repeated requests, the dealer allegedly failed to give him his paperwork for more than a month after the June 13, 2020 deal. He received it in July and noticed that his signature had been forged on some of the documents.…

In June, BMW Group announced plans to use 3D laser scanning technology to perform digital scans of its assembly plants by early 2023. The scanning will help create more efficient floor plans for the production facilities of the car…

Editor's note: Automotive News contacted the 2021 CADIA Impact Award winners following their nomination. To see who won, Click here. DETROIT — The Center for Automotive Diversity, Inclusion & Advancement is accepting nominations for…

Dealership profitability relies on vehicle sales, yes, but just as significant - or more - of service department. A 2019 Cox Automotive study showed that 49% of dealer gross profit came from fixed operations, although the COVID-19 pandemic…

BYD executives described the brand's positioning as "accessible premium." The Tang 4-wheel drive, 380 kW 7-seater is offered in Norway at the equivalent of 64,000 euros; a 240 kW full electric BMW iX SUV starts in Norway at the…

When Apple introduced CarPlay in 2014, several German automakers, including Audi, Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen, expressed concerns. on the loss of infotainment data such as navigation search. Toyota resisted adding CarPlay and Android…

WASHINGTON — Toyota Motor North America has agreed to recognize California's authority to set emissions standards for vehicles under the Clean Air Act, the Japanese automaker announced Tuesday. In a letter sent to California Governor Gavin…

Why is Tesla's sales journey so effective? Tesla's simplified approach starts at the beginning of the sales journey. The brand spends no time on first-contact activities, relying on customers to self-register their interest and book their…

Now on sale, the 2023 Nissan Murano returns largely unchanged as it continues to await a redesign. Along with a pair of new paint colors and updated logos, the Murano sees a small price hike on all trims - it now starts at $34,955 for…

The name Telluride - pronounced with a short string of strong consonants, coincidentally like Tahoe, Tundra, Bronco, Cherokee, Pilot, Yukon, Sequoia, and Tundra - evokes powerful and strong abilities. But Kia is still largely a challenger…

Luxury electric vehicle startups Rivian Automotive and Lucid Motors are racing to help reservation holders qualify for the current $7,500 federal tax credit before the recently passed Cut Inflation Act does. replaces it with a more…

After a 35% increase in health care costs from 2019 to 2020, Lakeland turned to its benefits consultant to find a different path. He worked with Health Rosetta, a group of consultants who advocate self-funded insurance plans, to set up…

Subscription startup Autonomy said on Tuesday it placed orders for 23,000 electric vehicles from various automakers for its fledgling subscription platform. Autonomy, founded by serial entrepreneur Scott Painter, also said it is…

Others have already struggled, however. ELMS filed for bankruptcy in June, citing insufficient funding, while Lordstown had to sell assets to Taiwanese contractor Foxconn. In May, Canoo revealed "substantial doubt" about its ability to…

Ed Roberts is the definition of ubiquitous. If you attend fixed operations conferences in person or watch virtual sessions online, chances are you'll see the COO of Bozard Ford-Lincoln in St. Augustine, Florida as a speaker or panelist. .…

Auto supplier Dana Inc. said net profit fell nearly 85% in the second quarter, reflecting lower operating profit caused by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency values, soaring costs and challenges of the supply chain. Dana reported…

After facing major supply chain disruptions during the pandemic, the EU and US are rushing to increase chip production as governments want to reduce their reliance on countries like Taiwan and South Korea. The US Chip Act was passed by…

Stellantis said it is investing $99 million in three plants to produce a new 1.4-liter turbocharged engine that provides "flexibility for hybrid-electric vehicle applications." The automaker is making the investments at its Dundee engine…

Badshah is now the proud owner of a new Lamborghini Urus. This is his second Urus, the first is finished in Rosso Anteros color. By : HT automatic office | Updated: 30 Jul 2022, 09:47 Badshah taking delivery of…

In addition to stating that slavery was "not that bad," the complaint claims that an Assurant official not named as a defendant told a plaintiff that slavery was sanctioned by the Bible and that slaves were "lucky to be brought to…

Some 63% of investors polled by Bernstein expressed concern that Diess's surprise departure would weigh on the stock's performance, while 22% thought it could improve it. VW plans to list the Porsche division in the fourth quarter. Porsche…

For UAW, the more things change... Much has changed since UAW officials from factories and offices across the country last met in Detroit for a constitutional convention four years ago. The president they elected almost unanimously at…

Alex Casebeer Alex Casebeer 40 under 40 Capitol Auto Group Capitol Subaru's Alex Casebeer is one of Automotive News' 40 Under 40. This annual program honors 40 new…

Aurora said the company reached this milestone earlier than expected because it was ahead of schedule for security research. That's partly the result of its virtual test suite, an internal simulation tool that checks out new features…

He pointed out that emissions from logistics are actually greater than what Toyota emits from production plants. “We can reduce the volume of transport needed, by reducing the size of packaging and optimizing routes,” he added. " There is…

Despite 1,45,860 deliveries by Porsche, the brand suffered a decline of 5% compared to the previous year. By : HT automatic office | Updated: Jul 16, 2022, 1:57 PM The top-selling model in the first half was the…

Combined sales of the BMW and Mini brands in China fell 28% to 170,220 in the second quarter, due to the negative impact of pandemic-triggered lockdown measures. In the first half of the year, BMW Group delivered 378,727 BMW and Mini…

Hyundai is currently expanding its all-electric range to include the Ioniq 6, which will debut in Europe in the second half of the year, and the Ioniq 7, which is expected to hit the market in 2024. In May, Hyundai Motor Group, which…

At this point, automatic recovery looks more likely to occur in 2024 absent a deep recession, he said, adding that he forecast a "mild" global economic slowdown for now. While the global car market could rebound to its pre-pandemic level…

Autonomous technology company Argo AI said it laid off about 150 employees on Thursday. In a written statement, an Argo spokesperson said the layoffs were part of "cautious adjustments to our business plan" as the company plans for future…

Ford Motor Co. US light vehicle sales rose 1.8% in the second quarter, driven by improved inventory and continued strong demand for the company's new products. The automaker's quarterly gains were largely attributable to its show in…

There's a lot to be done about advanced driver assistance technology to reduce road fatalities. The global market is expected to reach $60 billion by 2026. Although this is a concentrated area of ​​development for many automakers, only…

Supercar manufacturers such as Ferrari have found it harder to reduce CO2 emissions by switching to electrified vehicles due to the disproportionate effect of battery weight and customer reluctance to give up the characteristic noise of V…

A lawsuit alleging CDK Global Inc. omitted crucial information related to its pending sale to investment firm Brookfield Business Partners was voluntarily dismissed, but six other federal lawsuits alleging similar behavior against the…

The finance company Goeasy Ltd. buys a minority stake in online used car retailer Canada Drives, as the venture lender seeks to increase its stake in the Canadian auto finance market. Goeasy announced the $40 million equity investment,…

Solis Yanmar has become the first tractor export brand to Turkey from India. By : HT automatic office | Updated: 26 June 2022, 15:17 market share in 12 European countries." title="Solis Yanmar has a leading market…

BRUSSELS – Italy, Portugal, Slovakia, Bulgaria and Romania want to delay by five years a European Union plan to effectively ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2035, a document says consulted by Reuters. The policy is a key…

Ford does not intend to replace Focus production at its vehicle assembly plant in Saarlouis, Germany, in 2025. Instead, the US company will seek "alternative opportunities" for the plant, including selling it to another automaker, said…

In the past fiscal year, 31 automotive component companies with cumulative revenues of more than ₹1.75,000 crore had seen a 23% year-on-year revenue growth. By : PTI | Updated: June 20, 2022, 7:15 PM File photo…

TrueCar CEO Mike Darrow said the company hopes to expand its TrueCar+ digital sales tool to other markets by the third quarter, with used vehicles likely growing faster than new vehicles.darrow said Automotive News Friday that the goal is…

Sony Honda Mobility, which will be based in Tokyo, will combine Honda's expertise in vehicle engineering and manufacturing, as well as its after-sales service competence, with Sony's strengths in imaging, sensing, telecommunications and…

Striking truckers in South Korea have reached a deal with the government, ending a week-long strike that has increased pressure on global supply chains. Truckers will return to work immediately after agreeing to extend a freight rate…

The special edition gets a red-white-blue styling treatment from Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur, the automaker's automotive customization unit. Its Azure Blue 356 exterior color is inspired by the 1953 356 America Roadster.The…

Cox surveyed 591 franchisees and 555 independent dealers from January 24 to February 7 for the first quarter index and 568 franchisees and 531 independents from April 25 to May 9 for the second quarter study. In addition to asking dealers…

Swedish automaker Polestar Cars will showcase what it says is its best-selling vehicle in the United States to date. The Volvo subsidiary will bring the Polestar 3, a crossover the size of a Porsche Cayenne, to the United States in the…

AUTO CENTRAL CHICAGO - Jun 5, 2022; Every Sunday, Larry Nutson, The Chicago Car Guy and Auto Channel Executive Producer, with the able assistance of Editor-in-Chief Thom Cannell of the Auto Channel Michigan office, compiles Auto Channel's…

The praise from UAW leaders stands in stark contrast to their tone just over a year ago, when the union lambasted Ford for moving planned production of two upcoming electric crossovers from Ohio Assembly to Mexico. Gerald Kariem, head of…

WASHINGTON — Eight automakers have improved their electric vehicle emergency response guides and incorporated vehicle-specific details on extinguishing lithium-ion battery fires, following a recommendation last year by a federal agency of…

Uprooted trees, air conditioning units falling from buildings and general rumble of traffic made the sudden change in weather a not-so-welcome change for many in Delhi. By : HT automatic office | Updated: May 30, 2022, 8:19…

Electric Last Mile Solutions Inc. warned friday it could run out of cash in June, at least a month earlier than expected, unless it can raise additional capital. The latest projections reflect higher costs in a number of areas,…

BMW's $1 billion Mexican assembly plant could become the automaker's first dedicated electric vehicle production center. A source familiar with BMW's product plans says the automaker is set to start manufacturing the next-generation 3…

The JV battery plant is expected to be built near Stellantis' engine, casting and transmission plants in Kokomo, Indiana, the sources said, declining to be named as the announcement is not yet public. . In October, Stellantis announced…

SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — A year after the state of Georgia and local government partners spent $61 million to purchase a vast tract of land for future industrial development, Gov. Brian Kemp planned to visit the site on Friday for what…

The chip shortage that is holding automakers back is lasting longer than expected and is forcing some buyers to wait 18 months for some in-demand models. Volkswagen Group CEO Herbert Diess said last week that the company is completely…

The company has been hit harder by chip shortages than competitors, in part because of the complexity of its designs, Bolloré told investors in an earnings call Thursday. “We are definitely losing market share,” he said. "But the impact…

The deal between McLaren and Mercedes is expected to close later this year. By : HT automatic office | Updated: May 14, 2022, 5:29 p.m. File photo used for representation purposes only. (Reuters) McLaren!--StoryGalleryPopup-->…

Carvana Co.'s revelation on Tuesday that it laid off 2,500 employees sparked a flurry of backlash in the stock market and among social media users who said they were employees included in the layoffs.On Twitter and Reddit, several people…

Canoo Inc.. has accused its second largest shareholder of wrongfully profiting from recent stock sales and is trying, in a lawsuit, to recoup those profits. The EV startup says DD Global Holdings Ltd., a Cayman Islands company, should…

By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent If there ever was a perfect marriage between a corporate sponsor and one of golf's alphabet soup organizations, the Wells Fargo Championships at TPC Potomac…

They could also win hundreds of millions of dollars in prize money. Around 47.5% of F1's profits make up the prize money, which is then split into two categories: half goes to F1 and its shareholders; half goes to the teams, who…

United States Sales at Toyota Motor Corp., hyundai and KIA fell double digits in April from a year earlier when industry volume soared as shortages of key parts and stalled supply lines continue to undermine production and shipments…

BERLIN — German automakers and suppliers have said they are preparing for the possibility that Russia will cut gas supplies following the conflict in Ukraine.Gazprom, Russia's major state-owned energy company, last week fired a warning…

Lucide Group Inc.. said it would sell up to 100,000 electric vehicles to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia over the next decade, ranking among the biggest purchases of plug-in models ever. The automaker has reached an agreement with the Saudi…

Twitter wants to know about any active investigation by regulators of Musk, including by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, that poses a risk to the deal going through, one of the sources said. Securities lawyers say Musk, who…

Ford will launch its F-150 Lightning electric pickup on April 26. By : HT automatic office | Updated: 23 April 2022, 12:35 electric pickup truck. (Ford)" title="File photo of the Ford F-150 Lightning electric pickup…

A Kia dealership in Maryland may owe customers more than $1 million in refunds after settling allegations that it charged fees and shipping charges on top of the vehicle's advertised price.Koons Kia, based in Owings Mills, Md., has not…

Canadian supplier Magna International Inc. and South Korean LG Electronics Inc. today opened a plant in Mexico that will supply parts for General Motors electric vehicles, the companies announced today. LG Magna e-Powertrain, the 2021…

Investors took particular aim at Musk's comments at a TED event last week in Vancouver. He said "I was forced to concede to the SEC illegally" and settle the agency's lawsuit over the 2018 "Secure Funding" tweet. Shareholders say August…

According to the ministry's proposals, the subsidy of up to 4,500 euros ($4,874) for a plug-in hybrid would be scrapped and the subsidy for electric cars would fall to 4,000 euros next year, from 6,000 euros currently. and would fall to…

Once the agreement is concluded, the software engineering environments of the two teams will be merged into a single unit. Founded in 2016, Five operates from six locations in the UK and has approximately 140 employees. With expertise in…

Organizations will also implement the internship program to help promote career opportunities at franchised dealerships, such as positions in sales, service, finance and insurance, digital marketing or parts. Internship candidates will be…

A Toyota dealership employee in northern Illinois died Thursday night after being shot in the store's parking lot, local police said. Loves Park, Illinois police say Anderson Toyota employee Daniel R. Johnson, 29, was shot and "evidence…

The CX-60 entered production at Mazda's No. 2 plant in Hofu, western Japan, last month. Deliveries to Europe will begin this summer and to Japan in the fall. The crossover will sport a range of engines, starting with a plug-in hybrid…

Sono, founded in 2016 in Munich, is developing a fully electric vehicle with solar cells integrated into the bodywork, increasing the car's range by an average of 112 kilometers (70 miles) per week beyond the 305 kilometer range of its…

Toyota said it shared the UK's ambition to move towards zero emissions, but declined to comment on government mandates as it did not see draft rules being prepared by the Department for Transport . "We continue to see a role for many…

The pressure inside the gloves can be about 4 pounds per square inch, enough to occasionally knock out astronauts' fingernails, said Ron Diftler, a former project manager at the Johnson Space Center in Houston.“The person wearing the…

WASHINGTON — Major U.S. and foreign automakers backed the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's new, tougher vehicle on Wednesday emission regulations in a legal challenge brought by some states and ethanol groups. Texas and 15 other…

Tesla Inc. will seek investor approval to increase its number of shares to allow for a stock split in the form of a dividend, the electric carmaker said on Monday, sending its shares soaring more than 5% on Monday. market opening. The…

DETROIT — Tim Edmunds, a former UAW official at Local 412 in Warren, Mich., pleaded guilty on Friday to embezzling $2.2 million in union funds and laundering money . He could face up to nearly five years in prison, according to the U.S.…

You're here. faces opposition from community and environmental groups over its plan to throw a party for 15,000 people to celebrate the opening of its plant in Austin. The company intends to offer tours of the 8 million square foot…

WASHINGTON — General Motors is recalling nearly 740,600 U.S. vehicles for bright headlight glare that can dazzle or distract other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall covers certain 2010-17 GMC Terrain compact crossovers…

Owners of a Honda dealership engaged in "unfair commercial extortion", fraudulently misrepresented ownership of property and wrongfully delayed construction of the store for more than two years, the Massachusetts Supreme Court has…

In Changchun, an industrial hub in northeast China, all automakers, including the Volkswagen Group and Toyota Motor Corp., are required to halt production for at least four days this week. In Shanghai, China's largest city, VW Group and…

Drivers of electric vehicles will be able to get more than a caffeine load at select Starbucks locations this year. Volvo Car United States said on Tuesday that it would be collaboration with Starbucks in a pilot project to add…

"You take a look and say, 'OK, what's a nice SUV you have the freedom to plug in whenever you want, or to use gasoline?'” Herod said Automotive News After the meeting. "And I think consumers, you know, may want to switch to an electric…

EV manufacturer Rivian has hired a senior executive from a major auto supplier as its next chief operating officer, according to people familiar with the matter, in a bid to get its struggling manufacturing operations back on track.…

Stellantis' current light commercial vehicle operations are led by Xavier Peugeot, who serves as Senior Vice President, Commercial Vehicles Business Unit. Tavares created a separate business unit for light commercial vehicles at the head…

"Being able to expand our automotive footprint in the great state of Iowa is extremely exciting for our organization," Teddy Morse, CEO of Ed Morse Automotive, said in a statement. "We look forward to making significant capital…

American demand for bigger and taller crossovers and SUVs gave automakers a ray of sunshine amid an otherwise dismal February sales month. The industry-wide inventory crisis caused by the continued shortage of semiconductor chips…

Adam Chamberlain, Aston Martin's new president for the Americas, hasn't been seen much in the office since joining the British luxury carmaker just over 100 days ago. Chamberlain, 48, left his job in November at Mercedes-Benz USA, where he…

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nevada--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kerrigan Advisors, the leading sell-side advisor and opinion partner to auto dealers nationwide, represented Earnhardt Auto Centers, based in Phoenix, Arizona, in connection with the sale…

Online used-vehicle retailer Vroom's net loss widened to nearly $130 million in the fourth quarter, but the company posted big revenue gains and said it sold a record number of vehicles via e-commerce. Vroom reported total revenue of…

After weeks of strong increases, the pace of global vehicle production cuts resulting from the microchip shortage has slowed from the previous week, according to the latest estimate from AutoForecast Solutions. AFS said around 577,900…

“We absolutely see SG&A (sales, general and administrative) synergies between the two businesses, so the combined business will be smaller than the two as they are today – but how, what combination of those? , it's too soon," Davis…

Electric vehicle start-up Faraday Future confirmed on Wednesday that its battery-powered FF 91 luxury crossover is still on schedule to begin production in the third quarter of this year, despite a management shakeup earlier this month.…

Takuya Tsumura will take the helm of Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL) as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer from April 1, 2022 replacing Gaku Nakanishi as his four-year tenure draws to a close. Takuya Tsumura takes over as Chairman and CEO of…

Superpedestrian designs and builds its Link electric scooters for shared use in 59 cities in 10 countries in the United States, Europe and Turkey. There are 35,000 Link scooters worldwide. The company designs and engineers the vehicles…

Italy will provide hundreds of millions of euros in support for a battery factory in southern Italy planned by Stellantis, the government's industry minister has said. "We are convinced that Stellantis must continue to engage in Italy and…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The Kia Stinger floats like a butterfly and stings like a… four-door luxury performance car. The 2022 Kia Stinger starts at $37,365 (Kia)The midsize model that…

General Motors' new CarBravo platform allows dealers to sell Certified Pre-Owned vehicles of any brand online, but it also replaces GM's traditional Certified Pre-Owned program for stores that choose to use it. Other automakers are likely…