General Motors Bets Big on Pickups With Millions in New Investment
Bigger, newer, and more powerful: General Motors is ramping up investment in pickup truck production. Here’s what we know so far about the company’s plans.
Volkswagen Group May Continue Job Cuts: Press Office Hints at Impact of U.S. Tariffs
Details of the new cost-cutting strategy have not yet been disclosed.
Stellantis Won’t Abandon Brampton Plant but Moves Jeep Compass Production to the U.S.
The next-generation Compass was originally expected to roll off the assembly line in Ontario.
Toyota RAV4 2026 Production Begins in Canada for the U.S.: Crossover Goes Hybrid-Only in North America
Assembly is ramping up at the Woodstock, Ontario plant, with crossovers destined for U.S. customers.
Former Nissan and Mercedes Plant in Mexico May Be Sold to Chinese Automakers: What We Know
The COMPAS facility in Mexico, officially set to close in May 2026, could be acquired by Chinese manufacturers. Here’s what we know about the potential deal.
Rivian Gears Up for R2 Rollout as Early Testing Reveals Average Charging Speeds
Rivian is nearing the start of deliveries for its highly anticipated R2 electric crossover.
Toyota Boosts Vehicle Sales to 7.3 Million, but Profit Falls 26% on Higher Costs and Currency Swings
Toyota Motor has released its consolidated IFRS results for the first nine months of fiscal year 2026 (April 1 to December 31, 2025).
Geely Cars May Move to Ford Plants in Exchange for Advanced Chinese Technologies
Auto giants Ford and Geely are in talks over a potential partnership.
Toyota Partner Begins Construction of Solid-State Battery Plant: Electrolyte Promises 620 Miles of Range and 10-Minute Charging
For many years, Japan’s Toyota has promised to bring solid-state battery electric vehicles to market, and now that long-running story is starting to take on real shape.
Volkswagen Confirms New Tiguan Launch in March — Seven-Seat Version Dropped
The model will no longer have major regional differences and will become a single global product.
Stellantis Plans to Strengthen Dealer Partnerships to Boost Sales and Market Growth
The move comes amid efforts to restore sales volumes and market share following a dip in North American sales.
“Let Them Come”: Trump Signals Openness to Chinese Automakers Leaving Russia for the U.S.
Trump says the U.S. is ready to welcome Chinese carmakers—under strict conditions
Alfa Romeo and Maserati Put on Hold: Italian Brands Teeter on the Edge
Stellantis has idled its Cassino plant and delayed new Alfa Romeo and Maserati models as weak demand and shifting EV plans force a rethink.
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.