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President Trump prepares slight relief on auto tariffs—with strings attached

President Trump prepares slight relief on auto tariffs—with strings attached

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Anna del Villar
Anna del Villar
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Opinion: Slate Auto’s new EV pickup is affordable, customizable, and way cooler than I expected

Opinion: Slate Auto’s new EV pickup is affordable, customizable, and way cooler than I expected

After spending the better part of a decade covering the automotive industry—I’ve seen countless automakers chase the same formula... (3 min. read)

Anna del Villar
Anna del Villar
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Howard Bentley Buick GMC’s small-town charm is winning big

Howard Bentley Buick GMC’s small-town charm is winning big

"It’s all thanks to our amazing team and new and repeat customers from across the country,” said Dealer Principal Taylor Bentley Conner. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick
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Auto industry group asks Congress to repeal California’s EV rule

Auto industry group asks Congress to repeal California’s EV rule

California’s EV waiver, adopted by 11 other states, would require all new vehicle sales to be zero-emission by 2035. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick
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Tariff jitters push buyers into showrooms, but the surge might be short-lived

Tariff jitters push buyers into showrooms, but the surge might be short-lived

On the retail side, new vehicles are expected to reach 1,284,800—a 14.7% increase from a year ago. (2 min. read)

Anna del Villar
Anna del Villar
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Hyundai shifts Tucson production to dodge tariffs, keep sales rolling

Hyundai shifts Tucson production to dodge tariffs, keep sales rolling

The automaker will move production of some vehicles from Mexico to Alabama. (2 min. read)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick
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Stellantis hits milestone on faster solid-state batteries for future EVs

Stellantis hits milestone on faster solid-state batteries for future EVs

The automaker plans to incorporate solid-state batteries into a demonstration fleet as early as 2026. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick
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White House confirms possible adjustments to auto tariffs, raising more questions than answers

White House confirms possible adjustments to auto tariffs, raising more questions than answers

The dynamics surrounding Trump’s tariffs are certainly testing industry resilience in new and different ways. (4 min. read)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick
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VW’s ID. Buzz will power new Uber robotaxi service

VW’s ID. Buzz will power new Uber robotaxi service

“Volkswagen is not just a car manufacturer—we are shaping the future of mobility," said, Christian Senger, CEO of Volkswagen Autonomous Mobility. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick
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Automakers need incentives, transparency to keep buyers engaged — report

Automakers need incentives, transparency to keep buyers engaged — report

Trust is the most valuable currency right now. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick
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California New Car Dealers Association sues Scout Motors and VW

California New Car Dealers Association sues Scout Motors and VW

According to the suit, VW and Scout Motors are operating in direct violation of California Assembly Bill 473. (4 min. read)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick
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U.S. franchised dealers see year-over-year profit lift in Q1

U.S. franchised dealers see year-over-year profit lift in Q1

Much of the Q1 upside was front-loaded in March, as consumers rushed to purchase before any tariff-induced price increases. (3 min. read)

Anna del Villar
Anna del Villar