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Today β€” April 19th 2024Automaker News (US/Canada)

2024 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2025 4Runner are similar β€” but different

By Larry P. Vellequette

The redesigned 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser goes on sale this spring with a higher price and lower volume expectations than the upcoming 2025 Toyota 4Runner, due late this year. Toyota admits there will be some overlap.

  • April 16th 2024 at 12:00

Chery to sign platform deal with premium European brand

Chery's Chairman, Yin Tongyue, said two premium European marques want to use a platform from the Chinese automaker.

  • April 15th 2024 at 07:42
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EPA's push to eliminate β€˜forever chemicals' brings scrutiny to EV components

By John Irwin

The EPA is moving to rid waterways of cancerous PFAS chemicals, but the auto industry still relies on some of them for crucial components and materials, including those used in EVs.

  • April 12th 2024 at 05:00

Alfa Romeo returns to small cars with Milano electric crossover

By Andrea Malan

The Milano could become Alfa Romeo’s best-selling model because the small crossover segment is Europe’s largest, and continues to grow.

  • April 10th 2024 at 16:18

China's Chery nearing deal to build cars in Spain

Chery could build cars for European markets in a former Nissan plant in Barcelona.

  • April 9th 2024 at 19:26

BMW, Mini will return to the 2024 Paris auto show

By Paul McVeigh

BMW's return to the show highlights European automakers' concern about the growing presence of Chinese brands in Europe.

  • April 9th 2024 at 07:35

Why auto supply chains have shown resiliency after the Baltimore bridge collapse, port blockage

By John Irwin

So far, there is no indication the Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore will have an impact on automotive supply chains on the level of COVID or the semiconductor shortage.

  • April 4th 2024 at 12:59

Editorial: Don't waste industry reprieve on 2027-32 EPA emission regs

The EPA's decision to recast emission regulations for 2027-32 model year vehicles will give automakers a better chance to make needed progress. It shouldn't be wasted.

  • March 29th 2024 at 04:00

Automakers, Tier 1 companies ask suppliers for parts payment delays as investment costs mount

By John Irwin

Some automakers and Tier 1 parts companies, on the hook for billions of dollars in EV and software-related investments, are asking their supply chains for longer payment terms or to defer payments entirely.

  • March 26th 2024 at 14:53

Column: Large losses on EV sales remain obstacle in zero-emission transition

By Jerry Hirsch

Frustrated with slower than expected EV sales, automakers helped convince the EPA to tap the brakes on the zero-emission vehicle transition.

  • March 24th 2024 at 17:00

Editorial: Automakers must be flexible, work together to survive EV transition

EV alliances, such as the one announced by Honda and Nissan, will be crucial for automakers' balance sheets and longevity.

  • March 24th 2024 at 04:00

Column: Will UAW vote at VW Chattanooga start another long campaign?

By Larry P. Vellequette

The UAW's $40 million drive to organize nonunion assembly plants will kick off with a vote at VW's assembly complex in Chattanooga, the site of another famous march through the South.

  • March 22nd 2024 at 13:05

Aiways, other struggling EV makers get new lease of life

Aiways, Zhidou and Haima are a trio of 'zombie' EV makers aiming to rebound in China's crowded, hyper-competitive auto market.

  • March 20th 2024 at 13:01

Small town, big lithium mine: One American community undergoes its own EV transition

By Molly Boigon

Rural locations like Humboldt County, Nev., are undergoing rapid changes crucial for the EV transition. But those changes are testing local governments and stirring debate among residents.

  • March 17th 2024 at 17:00

VW ID Buzz output to remain in Germany

By Jack Walsworth

U.S. pricing on the ID Buzz has not been finalized but will be key for dealer and VW profitability.

  • March 15th 2024 at 15:38

GM puts 2 newcomers in pivotal roles

By Lindsay VanHulle

General Motors hired Jens Peter Clausen, formerly of Tesla, to lead global manufacturing, while Baris Cetinok, who has worked at Apple and Microsoft, will lead its software and services team on an interim basis.

  • March 15th 2024 at 15:21

Tesla blacklists Cybertruck owner trying to resell pickup, owner alleges on forum

By Laurence Iliff

Tesla has allegedly canceled future Cybertruck orders for a current owner of the pickup who was trying to resell it in the used-car market, according to a post in an online forum.

  • March 11th 2024 at 20:47

Chevy Blazer EV sales resume with price cut after software issue

By Lindsay VanHulle

Chevy said the Blazer EV will have a lower starting price and again qualify for the full $7,500 federal purchase tax credit on new EVs.

  • March 8th 2024 at 17:05

U.S., EU elections could influence future Alfa Romeo EVs

By Luca Ciferri

CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato hopes to launch a large, sporty crossover along the lines of the Ferrari Purosangue aimed at the U.S. and China in 2027, but geopolitical and market trends could favor a small hatchback instead.

  • March 8th 2024 at 13:00

Guest commentary: 3 reasons dealers should embrace AI

By Merritt Critcher

Dealers have nothing to fear when embracing AI.

  • March 8th 2024 at 05:00
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