Nissan pulls the plug on its most affordable new car in the U.S.
For many buyers, a lightly used vehicle with better features, stronger brand perception, and similar monthly payments made more sense than a brand-new base Versa. (2 min read)
Tariff impact grows for German carmakers as U.S. market tightens
“15% tariff on every exported vehicle will result in billions of dollars in additional costs for us when exporting vehicles to the United States,” said Jürgen Mindel, a spokesperson for the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA). (3 min. read)
Dealers face year-end inventory glut as 2024/2025 models pile up
“If dealers are struggling to move an older, leftover 2024 or 2025 model, it can be an opportunity for buyers who want new car peace of mind and warranty coverage at a reduced price,” said iSeeCars executive analyst Karl Brauer. (3 min read)
Waymo speeds up safety, software updates ahead of 2026 expansion
Following a power outage in San Francisco that left its self-driving vehicles stalled on the streets, Waymo is now taking steps to address the issue. (3 min. read)
The golden age of Apple CarPlay might be ending, no matter what drivers want
A study by American Trucks found that 55% of drivers surveyed indicated that the inability to use CarPlay is a “deal-breaker” when buying a new vehicle. (3 min. read)
Power struggle over chipmaker Nexperia flares again
“Each day the dispute continues, the damage to the global industrial chain, international investment confidence and the shareholders deepens,” Yang told Bloomberg. (2 min. read)
Mercedes-Benz hit with massive multi-million-dollar settlement for diesel deception
“This significant outcome demonstrates that no corporation—no matter how powerful—is above the law when it comes to protecting our environment and our consumers,” stated Maryland AG Anthony Brown. (2 min. read)
Subprime auto financing stress is adding pressure to loan approvals
According to VantageScore Chief Economist Rikard Bandebo, borrowers are often "caught off guard" by high interest rates and the costs associated with keeping a car insured and maintained. (3 min. read)
U.S. new car sales poised to dip slightly in 2026 — forecast
Cox Auto expects a new-vehicle SAAR of 15.8 million in 2026, driven by slower economic growth, weaker job creation, and the expiration of EV tax incentives. (3 min. read)
In-car touchscreens still massively distracting to drivers, new report shows
The study found that larger touchscreen surfaces, which have become a major selling point for many newer models, did not improve the drivers’ ability to better multitask. (3 min. read)
Hyundai, Kia agree to $9M settlement expanding anti-theft fixes for millions of vehicles
The thefts began drawing global attention in 2021 when a group of teenagers, known as the “Kia Boys,” started posting videos on TikTok demonstrating how to steal the cars. (4 min. read)
Automakers press Trump administration, Congress to tighten China auto barriers
“In just five years, China has gone from a minor exporter to the world's largest auto exporter,” said U.S. House of Representatives member John Moolenaar. (3 min. read)
New CAFE proposal reshuffles the rules for SUVs, crossovers, and minivans – report
Looser CAFE targets may keep larger ICE vehicles in the mix longer, but the proposal will likely reshape product plans, pricing, and incentives over the next several years, according to S&P Global Mobility. (4 min. read)
Six-figure luxury vehicle sales projected to roughly double by 2035 – study
“Luxury is no longer defined solely by the vehicle itself,” said Antoine Tessier, CEO of duPont Registry Group, and a coauthor of the report (4 min. read)
