Lear says record backlog brings ‘extreme confidence’ after tough Q4
"It's been a tough 18 months," Scott said. "The only awards that are important are the awards that we get in backlog, profitable backlog. It gives me extreme confidence that...
Ambassador Bridge blockade between U.S. and Canada threatens automotive industry’s ‘fragile supply chains’
As the demonstrators occupy the road leading to the bridge, the CBSA is encouraging truck traffic to use the Bluewater Bridge in Sarnia, Ont., about 90 minutes north of the...
Two U.S. senators raise ‘significant concerns’ with Tesla driving systems
WASHINGTON -- Two U.S. Senate Democrats wrote to Tesla Inc. CEO Elon Musk on Tuesday, raising "significant concerns" about the electric-car maker's Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (Beta) systems which have...
How Ford cut cost of making Mustang Mach-E EV by $1,000
The task force, comprising purchasing, manufacturing and engineering teams that launched the Mach-E, studied a combination of competitive products, social media input and connected-vehicle data to eliminate $1,000 in cost,...
After Tesla’s Elon Musk complained for months, President Biden acknowledges the automaker
U.S. President Joe Biden publicly acknowledged Tesla's role in U.S. electric vehicle manufacturing on Tuesday, after CEO Elon Musk repeatedly complained about being ignored. "From iconic companies like GM and...
GM’s EV truck production plans will increase sixfold, report says
General Motors plans to increase production of electric trucks and Cadillac SUVs this year by more than six times the previously planned output, according to information shared with suppliers. CEO...
Shyft Group — formerly Spartan Motors — to roll out EV van next year
The electric delivery van segment will get another new entry in about 18 months. The Shyft Group, formerly Spartan Motors, on Tuesday said it will build a turnkey electric delivery...
Kia, Hyundai recall more than 500,000 vehicles for possible fire risk
Kia America and Hyundai Motor America are recalling more than 500,000 vehicles combined for possible defects that could cause engine compartment fires, according to separate notices filed with NHTSA. The...
GM’s EV truck production plans increase six-fold-sources
General Motors plans to increase production of electric trucks and Cadillac sport utility vehicles this year by more than six times the previously planned output, according to information shared with...
Alfa Romeo Tonale crossover takes on BMW X1 in booming segment
Since the creation of Stellantis, Alfa Romeo has been using BMW as a benchmark, Alfa Romeo CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato told Automotive News Europe. The Tonale's main rival is the BMW...