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Ford, Global Power Products debut home backup solution
More than 800 electric utilities have approved GPP’s GenerLink transfer switch, which provides backup power for outlets and hardwired appliances at significantly lower cost than a standby generator, Ford says.
By Brian Martucci • July 24, 2026 -
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Ford, China’s Geely to build cars in Spain in joint venture
The deal calls for the automakers to build two new Ford multi-energy vehicles and two new Geely electric SUVs at the Valencia plant.
By Paul Myles • July 24, 2026 -
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TrendlineArtificial Intelligence
Automakers and dealers alike are increasingly seeing the use case for AI within their operations. Explore some use cases in this trendline.
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Ford recalls nearly 388K SUVs for binding second-row seat switches
The recall expands a previous one in June 2025 for switches that can stick and cause the second-row seats to suddenly slide or fold.
By Kalena Thomhave • July 24, 2026 -
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Honda confirms next-gen Ridgeline pickup
Set to arrive within two years, the third-generation Ridgeline will continue to be built in Alabama.
By Bengt Halvorson • July 23, 2026 -
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Tesla reports strong Q2 deliveries and revenue, weaker profits amid big spending
Expenditures on other projects, like its Optimus robot and scaling its Robotaxi business, leave investors holding out for future returns.
By Bengt Halvorson • July 23, 2026 -
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Xpeng will enter US auto market, when allowed
The China-based EV and tech start-up is expanding in Europe, but also is eyeing the potential of North America, according to its CEO.
By Paul Myles • July 22, 2026 -
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GM reports revenue of $48B in Q2, updates full-year guidance
The automaker’s EBIT-adjusted margin also improved from the same period a year ago, increasing from 6.4% to 8.2%.
By Eric Walz • July 22, 2026 -
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Stellantis appoints new CEOs for Jeep, Ram brands
Matt VanDyke, who has been tapped to lead Ram, previously served as CEO of FordDirect.
By Eric Walz • July 21, 2026 -
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Ford commits to workers’ raises and making Super Duty trucks in Canada
Members of Unifor have ratified a three-year collective agreement that may indicate the direction for pending agreements with other automakers.
By Bengt Halvorson • July 21, 2026 -
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Hyundai’s new Driving Simulator can pack years of track testing into hours
The automaker can validate dozens of different vehicle configurations in simulation without having to build a single prototype.
By Eric Walz • July 20, 2026 -
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JLR adds charging access and tools for customers in Europe
Two expanded commercial partnerships help the automaker improve EV and plug-in hybrid customer experiences.
By Paul Myles • July 20, 2026 -
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Kia recalls nearly 463K Telluride SUVs due to fire risk from overheated power seat motors
To date, Kia has received no reports of injuries or crashes related to the issue despite several reports of fires beneath the front seats.
By Kalena Thomhave • July 17, 2026 -
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Geely claims record-setting performance and efficiency with downsized EV power units
The parent of Volvo Cars and Polestar claims AI-assisted torque management and cooling system improvements.
By Bengt Halvorson • July 17, 2026 -
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California offers $3,500 point-of-sale rebate for first-time EV buyers
The instant rebate is part of a broader $600 million incentive package Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law to keep the state a leader in clean transportation.
By Eric Walz • July 16, 2026 -
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Stellantis Q2 shipments grow thanks to North America
The automaker group reported 10% YoY growth in core markets in the second quarter, while deliveries declined or were flat in markets outside North America and Europe.
By Paul Myles • July 16, 2026 -
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Volvo Cars wins government support for its Belgium plant
A pledge of $136 million is agreed to secure the future of the automaker's Ghent plant while EX60 customer deliveries begin.
By Paul Myles • July 16, 2026 -
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Mitsubishi Motors taps Texas port to boost US auto distribution
The company selected Port Freeport to improve its transportation flows to Gulf and Midwest dealer partners.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 15, 2026 -
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Lucid makes sweeping leadership changes as sales falter
As the EV maker struggles to find anything close to the volume it previously projected for its lauded Gravity SUV, Lucid has replaced nearly its entire C-suite and seeks more accountability.
By Bengt Halvorson • July 15, 2026 -
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Honda recalls over 325K Odyssey minivans for backup camera failures
Water can enter the camera assembly and corrode the unit’s circuit board, preventing the image from displaying when shifting into reverse.
By Kalena Thomhave • July 15, 2026 -
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Ford, GM sign memory supply agreements with Micron
The deals will strengthen the automakers’ sources of supply for memory and storage for use in next-generation vehicles.
By Phil Neuffer • July 14, 2026 -
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Polestar reports record first-half sales despite slump in Q2
The automaker has been banned from selling its EVs in the U.S. because of connected-vehicle technology linked to China.
By Paul Myles • July 14, 2026 -
Courtesy of Volkswagen
Facing high costs, Volkswagen aims to halve model lineup
The global automaker seeks to cut equipment options by up to 75% and its production capacity to 9 million units.
By Greg Kable • July 14, 2026 -
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Ford and Canada’s Unifor reach tentative deal, setting up broader Detroit Three labor talks
The auto union is banking on Ford to set a deal that might be extended to GM and Stellantis, but experts warn that both sides are in a weak negotiating position.
By Keith Nuthall • July 13, 2026 -
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Hyundai adds connected garage tech to vehicle infotainment screens
The automaker is partnering with Chamberlain Group, a manufacturer of garage door openers and security systems, to add its “myQ” Connected Garage technology to some models.
By Eric Walz • July 13, 2026 -
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Gordie Howe bridge set to open July 27 after weekslong delay
Projections show each hour 400 commercial vehicles could cross the new span between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, originally scheduled to debut last month.
By Larry Avila • July 13, 2026
