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GM recalls over 21K Cadillac Lyriq EVs
The model’s anti-lock braking system may activate unexpectedly, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 15, 2024 -
Telsa set to reveal its robotaxi Oct. 10
CEO Elon Musk said he wanted to make some “important changes” to improve the product, which delayed its previously planned Aug. 8 debut.
By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 14, 2024 -
GlobalFoundries auto revenue rebounds in Q2
The chipmaker expects "meaningful" year-over-year growth in the segment as demand improves.
By Kate Magill • Aug. 12, 2024 -
Hyundai, Kia thefts drop over 50%: study
A software update was “extremely effective” at thwarting theft tactics popularized by viral social media videos, per Highway Loss Data Institute research.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 9, 2024 -
Rivian already sees tailwinds from VW partnership
CEO RJ Scaringe said the EV maker expects to achieve more favorable pricing from its suppliers as a result of the deal.
By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 7, 2024 -
BMW touts success of humanoid robot pilot at South Carolina plant
The robots were able to insert sheet metal parts into fixtures, which were used to assemble the chassis of a vehicle.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 7, 2024 -
Owner satisfaction with new vehicles rebounds: JD Power
Owners of new EVs made by traditional automakers are more satisfied with their cars than ever, according to a study.
By Kalena Thomhave • Aug. 7, 2024 -
Continental mulls spinoff of its automotive business
The company cited the industry’s software-driven technology transformation as one of the reasons for the potential move.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 6, 2024 -
NXP Semiconductors’ inventory woes persist amid slow auto demand
The company's revenue was down last quarter as its plan to normalize inventory levels takes longer than expected.
By Kate Magill • Aug. 5, 2024 -
Nissan, Honda join forces to research vehicle technologies
The two companies believe that software, autonomous driving, connectivity and AI will determine the value of vehicles in the future.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 5, 2024 -
Auto industry’s innovation push brings ‘startup’ capital structure
As automakers juggle EV resource allocation, regulation and macroeconomics, they are operating more like startups, according to the most recent Hackett Working Capital Survey.
By Adam Zaki • Aug. 5, 2024 -
GM Ventures leads $39M funding round for battery technology startup
Addionics intends to use the funds to build its global workforce and expand manufacturing and commercialization efforts.
By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 1, 2024 -
3 things influencing Mercedes-Benz’s strategy in China
CEO Ola Källenius believes more than 90% of BEV makers in the country are burning cash.
By Haley Cawthon • July 31, 2024 -
Sunrun, BGE launch first US electric vehicle-to-home virtual power plant
The initiative kicks off with just three customers but is “a significant proof of concept ... and the goal is to expand these programs all around the country,” said Sunrun CEO Mary Powell.
By Robert Walton • July 31, 2024 -
What does your CEO need to know about cybersecurity?
CEOs don’t necessarily have to become experts in the technical aspects of cybersecurity to be prepared in case of an attack or — hopefully — stop one before it starts.
By Jen A. Miller • July 25, 2024 -
Partial automation systems unlikely to prevent crashes: report
Lane-centering technology and adaptive cruise control should not be considered safety features, according to the IIHS.
By Kalena Thomhave • July 25, 2024 -
GM shifts AV plans from Cruise Origin to Chevy Bolt
CEO Mary Barra said the move will allow the company to deliver autonomous vehicle technology at scale as quickly as possible.
By Haley Cawthon • July 24, 2024 -
Elon Musk: CrowdStrike outage caused ‘seizure’ for auto supply chain
Tesla has deleted the cybersecurity software off all of its systems, the CEO said on the social platform X.
By Haley Cawthon • July 23, 2024 -
Rear AEB systems work well on compact SUVs: IIHS
“Technology that intervenes on behalf of the driver is more effective in preventing crashes than other types of solutions,” said IIHS President David Harkey.
By Eric Walz • July 22, 2024 -
Coffee and EV charging: Mercedes-Benz partners with Starbucks
The collaboration will add DC fast chargers at 100 retail locations along the 1,400-mile Interstate 5 corridor.
By Haley Cawthon • July 22, 2024 -
Hyundai recalls 67K vehicles for transmission, fuel pump issues
The two separate recalls will fix software that caused some vehicles to roll away, even while parked, among other problems.
By Eric Walz • July 19, 2024 -
Owners report more problems with EVs than gas vehicles: JD Power
New technology in cars is driving an increase in owner complaints, a June study found.
By Kalena Thomhave • July 17, 2024 -
Snowflake-linked attack on Advance Auto Parts exposes 2.3 million people
One of the few customers to publicly link Snowflake to a third-party intrusion said its database was breached for 40 days.
By Matt Kapko • July 16, 2024 -
Stellantis offers new EV incentives
Customers will have a choice of a free home charger or a $600 credit to pay for public charging sessions.
By Eric Walz • July 15, 2024 -
AutoNation warns CDK cyberattack will dent quarterly earnings
The major North American car dealership estimates the attack will lead to a $1.50 per-share earnings impact.
By David Jones • July 15, 2024