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California moves to end higher auto rates for unmarried drivers

Sep 18, 2026

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California moves to end higher auto rates for unmarried drivers

The regulatory change seeks to bar insurers from charging single, divorced, and widowed drivers more for auto insurance than married drivers in California. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Subaru holds 2027 Forester pricing steady as affordability pressures persist

Sep 18, 2026

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Subaru holds 2027 Forester pricing steady as affordability pressures persist

Subaru’s decision to hold pricing on key 2027 Forester models could provide another boost to the SUV’s sales. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Ford turns software subscriptions into new service, aftermarket opportunities

Sep 17, 2026

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Ford turns software subscriptions into new service, aftermarket opportunities

Dealers at center of software growth strategy as paid subscribers hit 1.6M (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Detroit auto leaders push back on Chinese carmakers as Trump signals openness to U.S. production

Sep 17, 2026

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Detroit auto leaders push back on Chinese carmakers as Trump signals openness to U.S. production

Chinese automakers entering the U.S. market through domestic production could introduce new competition for Detroit automakers and their dealer networks. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Renault-Nissan’s Ghosn era faces renewed scrutiny as $1 million consulting deal goes to trial

Sep 17, 2026

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Renault-Nissan’s Ghosn era faces renewed scrutiny as $1 million consulting deal goes to trial

The former Renault-Nissan CEO’s lawyer had formally asked the court to postpone the trial, which is set to run through Sept. 28. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Toyota reshapes China dealer network as global automakers deepen local partnerships

Sep 16, 2026

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Toyota reshapes China dealer network as global automakers deepen local partnerships

Under the deal, Toyota would hold 50% of a merged Toyota sales company in China, with FAW and GAC holding 25% stakes each. (4 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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GM brings CarPlay, Android Auto to split-screen interface in 2027 Silverado, Sierra

Sep 16, 2026

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GM brings CarPlay, Android Auto to split-screen interface in 2027 Silverado, Sierra

Drivers can access both functions without losing sight of vehicle gauges. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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More than 1 in 4 taxis, rideshare vehicles have unfixed recalls

Sep 15, 2026

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More than 1 in 4 taxis, rideshare vehicles have unfixed recalls

Unfixed recalls plague taxis, rideshare vehicles as dealers eye service opportunities (4 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Volvo bets on longer-range hybrids to boost U.S. momentum, strengthen dealer lineup

Sep 15, 2026

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Volvo bets on longer-range hybrids to boost U.S. momentum, strengthen dealer lineup

The automaker called the models 'a key part of Volvo ⁠Cars' bridge to a fully electric future' (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Trump signals openness to Chinese cars built in U.S. as industry pushes for ban

Sep 15, 2026

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Trump signals openness to Chinese cars built in U.S. as industry pushes for ban

The president also said he does not want Chinese automakers building vehicles in Mexico and shipping them to the U.S. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Car ownership hits $5,851/year as insurance, gas, repair prices surge

Sep 14, 2026

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Car ownership hits $5,851/year as insurance, gas, repair prices surge

Maintenance and repair costs in 2025 were about 23.5% higher than six years earlier, AAA estimates. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Filosa says Stellantis sees a divided auto world: 'The United States ... and then we have the rest of the world'

Sep 14, 2026

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Filosa says Stellantis sees a divided auto world: 'The United States ... and then we have the rest of the world'

Stellantis is increasingly pursuing different strategies for the U.S. and the rest of the world. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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U.S.-Canada trade tensions put auto parts suppliers at risk

Sep 11, 2026

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U.S.-Canada trade tensions put auto parts suppliers at risk

Tariffs compound the financial impact of COVID-era supply chain shortages and the start-and-stop ramp-up to EV production. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Jeep launches ‘This Is Jeep Country’ campaign, doubling down on brand’s legacy

Sep 10, 2026

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Jeep launches ‘This Is Jeep Country’ campaign, doubling down on brand’s legacy

Brand leans on heritage, owner community in new campaign to boost SUV sales (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Michigan senator claims Trump might open door to Chinese cars as Xi visit nears

Sep 10, 2026

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Michigan senator claims Trump might open door to Chinese cars as Xi visit nears

Any move to allow Chinese vehicles into the U.S. could significantly alter the competitive landscape for dealers. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Ford faces federal pressure to cut China ties as U.S. auto scrutiny intensifies

Sep 10, 2026

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Ford faces federal pressure to cut China ties as U.S. auto scrutiny intensifies

2 proposed bipartisan bills from the House and Senate seek to rein in the country's auto ties. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Volkswagen weighs Ducati sale as sweeping restructuring expands beyond core auto business

Sep 9, 2026

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Volkswagen weighs Ducati sale as sweeping restructuring expands beyond core auto business

Ducati is part of VW’s Audi Group, which also includes Automobili Lamborghini and ultra-luxury automaker Bentley Motors. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Canada’s retaliatory tariffs take effect as U.S. auto trade risks escalate

Sep 9, 2026

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Canada’s retaliatory tariffs take effect as U.S. auto trade risks escalate

U.S.-Canada trade war deepens as new tariffs raise stakes for autos, USMCA. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Ford, GM turn underused EV battery capacity into new revenue stream

Sep 9, 2026

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Ford, GM turn underused EV battery capacity into new revenue stream

Detroit automakers repurpose EV battery investments as grid storage market surges. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Volkswagen sells German auto plant for defense production as sweeping restructuring takes shape

Sep 8, 2026

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Volkswagen sells German auto plant for defense production as sweeping restructuring takes shape

Selling the Osnabrück factory could save about 1,400 of the site's 1,800 jobs, according to labor officials. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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JLR to cut 4,000 jobs, target $2.3 billion in savings as tariffs, Chinese competition bite

Sep 8, 2026

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JLR to cut 4,000 jobs, target $2.3 billion in savings as tariffs, Chinese competition bite

The British automaker, owned by India’s Tata Motors, is also aiming to lower its break-even point toward 300,000 vehicles. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Polestar narrows losses, improves margins as automaker prepares to exit U.S. market

Sep 4, 2026

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Polestar narrows losses, improves margins as automaker prepares to exit U.S. market

Retail sales totaled 30,423 cars, up 0.4% year over year. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Update: Volkswagen approves historic restructuring with 50,000 job cuts, model lineup slashed in half

Sep 3, 2026

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Update: Volkswagen approves historic restructuring with 50,000 job cuts, model lineup slashed in half

In addition to cutting 50K jobs, the plan includes shuttering production at four German auto plants. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Honda targets $9 billion in cost cuts as Chinese competition, EV losses mount

Sep 3, 2026

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Honda targets $9 billion in cost cuts as Chinese competition, EV losses mount

Lower component and production costs could help Honda remain competitive on vehicle pricing. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Ford bets $30K Fathom pickup can buck EV slump with 100,000-sales target

Sep 3, 2026

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Ford bets $30K Fathom pickup can buck EV slump with 100,000-sales target

Ford officials have also said the pickup will feature technology designed to rival Tesla and Chinese EV brands. (3 min. read)

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