Automotive recalls ramp up, Lucid piles on incentives to boost Q3 sales, Jeep teases next-gen Compass

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1. Automotive recalls show no signs of slowing

Automotive recalls may not dominate the headlines like in 2014-2016, but since then, annual recalls haven’t dipped below 30 million vehicles, and 2024 is on track to hit that benchmark again.

Driving the news: Tesla topped the list in Q3 with over 1.8 million recalls, all resolved through over-the-air updates—a strategy gaining ground across the industry, according to BizzyCar. Yet, traditional manufacturers are still dealing with more complex issues that require in-person fixes, and with the NHTSA proposing stricter design rules, the stakes are only getting higher.

As automakers face off with new software challenges, the pressure to rethink recall strategies has never been greater … Read more

2. Lucid Q3 sales skyrocket thanks to discounts, incentives

Lucid Motor’s Q3 sales are up nearly 91% from last year, reaching 2,781 units sold — but it’s not all smooth sailing.

What’s happening: The EV startup relied heavily on price cuts and discounts to drive demand, with the 2025 Air sedan now priced $20,000 lower than its launch cost.

Despite the gains, production is also still a concern—Lucid built fewer vehicles in Q3 than in Q2, leaving it with a tight timeline to meet its annual goal. While these sales numbers are a positive sign, the heavy incentives raise questions about how sustainable the growth really is … Read more

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3. Jeep teases next-gen Compass arriving in 2026

Stellantis is rolling out a revamped Jeep Compass, with a European debut in 2025 and a U.S. launch in 2026. The new Compass will offer gas, hybrid, and electric options on Stellantis’ STLA Medium platform, aiming to reinvigorate Jeep’s struggling lineup.

With sales down 14% in Q3 and dealers voicing concerns over the brand’s competitiveness, this model will be a critical test for Stellantis.

The challenge? Making the Compass appealing and affordable enough to win back buyers … Read more

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• The 2025 Chevy Silverado EV LT is finally coming with over 400 miles range.

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