Taking Stock and Looking Ahead: What Awaits the Auto Industry in 2026—Our View and Predictions
The future is at the doorstep. Here’s what could surprise drivers in the years ahead.
Ford Escape and Lincoln Corsair to Be Discontinued in the U.S. as Ford Makes Room for New EVs
Ford has decided to phase out its most affordable gasoline-powered models in the United States.
Dodge Charger and Chrysler Pacifica Push Stellantis to a Key Move—No Jobs Left Behind
Stellantis adds a third shift at its Canadian assembly plant.
Sad News: Ford Suddenly Halts Production of the F-150 Lightning
The move comes amid falling demand and changes in government incentives.
Ford adjusts EV strategy amid softer demand and shifting political landscape
Ford is pivoting away from its once-ambitious electric vehicle plans amid financial losses in favour of investment in gasoline engines and hybrid EVs.
Honda Halts Vehicle Production as Chip Shortages Hit Power Windows and Steering Systems
Fallout from the seizure of Nexperia from its Chinese owner, Wingtech.
Why Stainless Steel Never Became the Go-To Material for Modern Car Bodies
Stainless steel sounds perfect on paper — so why don’t automakers use it? The reasons are more surprising than you might expect.
Volkswagen Shuts Down Legendary Plant, Halts Vehicle Production: 35,000 Jobs at Risk
Volkswagen is closing its largest plant for the first time in 88 years.
Multiple New Models on the Way: Volkswagen Launches Trial Production of New Vehicles
Volkswagen is preparing for a major overhaul of its model lineup.
Ford and SK On Restructure Battery Partnership, Shifting Control of Key U.S. Plants
The restructuring of Ford and SK On’s battery partnership will reshape responsibilities at key U.S. plants and shift operational control.
Porsche Faces the Largest Workforce Cut in Its History: Up to 5,500 Jobs at Risk in Germany
One in four employees could be laid off.
Situation Steadily Improves: Ford Super Duty Production Is Rebounding
Output of Ford’s Super Duty pickups is rising despite the aftermath of a supplier plant fire.
Volkswagen Hands China the Keys to Its Future: First Model on the New CEA Architecture Debuts December 31
Decisions that once came straight from Germany will now be made in China.
Canada Declares Stellantis in Default as Jeep Compass Production Shifts to the U.S.
Moving Compass assembly from Brampton to Illinois puts C$500 million in government support at risk.
Why Henry Ford Ordered the Corners of His Factories Painted White
A century ago, automotive pioneer Henry Ford demanded all sorts of unusual things from his workers.