Tag: electric vehicles
U.S. auto regulators close probe into GM SUV seat belt failures
U.S. auto safety regulators have concluded a five-year investigation into seat belt failures in certain General Motors SUVs after the company provided extended warranty...
Rivian rolls out major software update with ‘Launch Mode’ and enhanced...
Rivian has begun deploying a significant software update, version 2024.31, for its flagship R1T and R1S electric vehicles (EVs). This update introduces several new...
Hyundai and Kia achieve record August sales driven by robust demand...
Hyundai and Kia posted record sales in August, driven by robust demand for crossovers and hybrids, making it one of the industry's strongest months...
Scout Motors to unveil first electric adventure vehicles
Scout Motors, the electric adventure truck spinoff from Volkswagen (VW), is set to reveal its first vehicle on October 24, marking the brand's return...
Willie Beck on M&A trends, OEM approvals, and market shifts within...
In this latest episode of Driving Solutions, we reconnect with Willie Beck, Co-Managing Partner at Bel Air Partners. Beck shares valuable insights on the...
UAW wins major wage gains at supplier plants, raising concerns among...
The United Auto Workers (UAW) is securing unprecedented wage increases and benefits at automotive supplier factories, driven by the hardline negotiations inspired by UAW...
Ford recalls 90,700 vehicles over engine valve defects
Ford has initiated a recall of approximately 90,700 Ford and Lincoln vehicles due to a significant engine defect. The Michigan-based automaker initially announced the...
BMW recalls electric Mini Cooper SE vehicles over battery overheating risk
BMW is recalling 12,535 Mini Cooper SE electric vehicles due to potential battery defects that could lead to fires, according to documents filed with...
Volkswagen considers plant closures and ends job protection pledge amid industry...
Volkswagen, one of Germany's automotive giants, has announced that it cannot rule out the possibility of closing plants in its home country, citing significant...
Bob Nardelli, former Chrysler Chairman, on state of the industry, EVs,...
Bob Nardelli is widely recognized as one of the best operating executives in the United States. He has a proven track record of growing...