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Covering electric vehicles, autonomous vehicles, manufacturing, tech, supply chain, regulations & safety, labor, and more.en-usFri, 06 Dec 2024 15:50:00 -0500Rivian to open its charging network to all EV drivershttps://www.automotivedive.com/news/rivian-opens-adventure-network-to-all-ev-drivers/734814/<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/1aQpguvcB_HWqIyoWIElrHyZXzUlBcYz4z8slOnw9NI/g:ce/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS9HZURVWkdaYUFBQW9JRGguanBlZw==.webp"/></div></figure><p>The move follows Tesla&rsquo;s decision to open its Superchargers to other automakers to improve public access and promote EV adoption.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>Eric WalzFri, 06 Dec 2024 15:50:00 -0500https://www.automotivedive.com/news/rivian-opens-adventure-network-to-all-ev-drivers/734814/Volkswagen’s PowerCo secures battery materials supply dealhttps://www.automotivedive.com/news/volkswagon-powerco-battery-materials-deal-ev-novonix/734854/<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/Sci04IA3_MyrsLwglSviM0NEXFUn9OW6c_OStkgkNtA/g:ce/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS9HZXR0eUltYWdlcy0xMzIyNTE1MjgxLmpwZw==.webp"/></div></figure><p>The five-year agreement with Australia-based Novonix, a manufacturer of synthetic graphite material, is slated to start in 2027.</p>Kelly StrohFri, 06 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0500https://www.automotivedive.com/news/volkswagon-powerco-battery-materials-deal-ev-novonix/734854/Honda, Lexus best in retaining resale value: JD Powerhttps://www.automotivedive.com/news/honda-lexus-best-resale-value-2025-jdpower/734660/<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/YePVSt7SZbe3Br6oLfv7sYZvb0K4RXP2MyHyb6zxedE/g:ce/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS9HZXR0eUltYWdlcy0yMTUzMjgwMjgxLmpwZw==.webp"/></div></figure><p>Balanced marketing strategies and fewer discounts contributed to each brand&rsquo;s strong performance in the used vehicle market.</p>Kalena ThomhaveFri, 06 Dec 2024 08:56:00 -0500https://www.automotivedive.com/news/honda-lexus-best-resale-value-2025-jdpower/734660/GM recalls 132K pickups for tailgates that can open while drivinghttps://www.automotivedive.com/news/gm-gmc-recalls-nhtsa-132k-hd-pickups-for-tailgate-switch/734688/<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/8CeskznCx9moFI50Y-6_87SR1MwZSftzC1_dyqezfHA/g:ce/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS8yMDI0LUNoZXZyb2xldC1TaWx2ZXJhZG8tSEQtNS5qcGc=.webp"/></div></figure><p>The automaker issued a previous recall in February for up to 570,434 pickups for the same issue.</p>Eric WalzThu, 05 Dec 2024 12:50:00 -0500https://www.automotivedive.com/news/gm-gmc-recalls-nhtsa-132k-hd-pickups-for-tailgate-switch/734688/Nissan names US chief marketing officerhttps://www.automotivedive.com/news/nissan-chief-marketing-officer-north-america/734534/<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/FmaK2k9gp86kRwjBHS1BL-HWE--UI3XghffK9W07RVM/g:ce/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS9HZXR0eUltYWdlcy0xODExMjA5NzIwLmpwZw==.webp"/></div></figure><p>The automaker says Allyson Witherspoon is tasked with strengthening its image in a critical market for the company.</p>Kalena ThomhaveThu, 05 Dec 2024 09:07:00 -0500https://www.automotivedive.com/news/nissan-chief-marketing-officer-north-america/734534/Trump taps Peter Navarro as lead trade advisorhttps://www.automotivedive.com/news/donald-trump-peter-navarro-trade-advisor-tariffs/734671/<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/9pKnX5STNBXQPHIcNJiPO-ITEyVjb6j-4NHtJWv0FNg/g:ce/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS9HZXR0eUltYWdlcy0xOTYwMDg0OTAyXzEuanBn.webp"/></div></figure><p>The former Trump administration official will return to the White House to advance the president-elect&#39;s trade and manufacturing agendas.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>Kate MagillWed, 04 Dec 2024 15:33:00 -0500https://www.automotivedive.com/news/donald-trump-peter-navarro-trade-advisor-tariffs/734671/GM sells stake in Ultium Cells joint venture battery planthttps://www.automotivedive.com/news/gm-sells-stake-ultium-cells-lg-energy-solution-ev-batttery-plant/734503/<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/IqpSLNAa7lpvx-x4xW3pkHC3auREuFcKrtPxpLrwKqU/g:ce/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS9TY3JlZW5zaG90XzIwMjQtMTItMDNfYXRfMS4zMC4yNVBNLnBuZw==.webp"/></div></figure><p>The plant is&nbsp;one of three U.S. facilities that the automaker planned to operate as part of its joint venture with LG Energy Solution.</p>Eric WalzWed, 04 Dec 2024 10:25:00 -0500https://www.automotivedive.com/news/gm-sells-stake-ultium-cells-lg-energy-solution-ev-batttery-plant/734503/GM Energy partners with a Texas utility to provide free EV charginghttps://www.automotivedive.com/news/gm-energy-reliant-launch-free-ev-night-charging-texas/734459/<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/5wXmaNSNLFXbbICFX5WnKMETT-CeJYORkESHVitxCeY/g:ce/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS9HZXR0eUltYWdlcy0xMzQ5MzE0NTkxLmpwZw==.webp"/></div></figure><p>The program for Chevrolet electric vehicle owners will utilize renewable energy while offsetting charging costs.</p>Kalena ThomhaveWed, 04 Dec 2024 09:28:00 -0500https://www.automotivedive.com/news/gm-energy-reliant-launch-free-ev-night-charging-texas/734459/Manufacturing ‘neared stabilization’ in November: PMIhttps://www.automotivedive.com/news/pmi-november-2024-donald-trump-tariffs-demand-layoffs/734327/<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/4dPbKVKVLMu-EybnbUFj7V0GqShdaVawVeebTdtFeBA/g:ce/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS9HZXR0eUltYWdlcy0xNTUxMzg4MjguanBn.webp"/></div></figure><p>Companies are preparing for growth under a second Trump administration, even as the threat of tariffs causes some uncertainty.</p>Kate MagillWed, 04 Dec 2024 09:14:00 -0500https://www.automotivedive.com/news/pmi-november-2024-donald-trump-tariffs-demand-layoffs/734327/Where Michigan stands as an auto hub in the electrification erahttps://www.automotivedive.com/news/michigan-automakers-ford-gm-stellantis-evs-batteries-south/731943/<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/LEGnbvUdFEwhvtgVGm85BKFwg9tSviF3YU-U4Vjo4xc/g:ce/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS9lemdpZi03LTQ2M2Q0OTA5YTQuanBn.webp"/></div></figure><p>The state&rsquo;s reputation as the heart of the auto industry offers a solid foundation for the transition to EVs.</p>Megan RugglesTue, 03 Dec 2024 09:34:39 -0500https://www.automotivedive.com/news/michigan-automakers-ford-gm-stellantis-evs-batteries-south/731943/