Panelists say treat talent recruitment like a supply chain to attract skilled workers
Recruiting and retaining top employees will require work by companies, schools and state policymakers, experts said at the 2024 CAR Management Briefing Seminars.
Acura teases concept previewing US-built EV on its own platform
Acura teased an electric SUV concept that will debut in Monterey next week The production version of the electric SUV concept will ride on Acura and Honda’s own BEV platform Acura will...
PHEVs and EVs outsold gas-powered cars in China in July
Electric cars and plug-in hybrids outsold non-hybrid internal-combustion cars in China—the world’s largest new-car market—in July, reports Reuters. Sales of plug-in cars increased...
Subaru Outback vs Subaru Crosstrek: Compare Crossover SUVs
The 2025 Subaru Outback and 2025 Subaru Crosstrek both channel the same kind of rugged crossover appeal, offering the layout and interior accommodations of a roomy hatchback or wagon, combined with...
Hurricane crate engines hit the market priced from $7,995
Stellantis aftermarket division Mopar has expanded its lineup of crate engines with the new Hurricane inline-6. The Hurricane is a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 that’s slowly making its...
NACS or CCS: ChargePoint EV chargers follow Tesla Magic Dock
As automakers and charging networks move to adopt the Tesla North American Charging Standard (NACS) for EV fast charging, ChargePoint is releasing new hardware that combines Tesla and non-Tesla...
First Shift: Tesla charger network wins over rivals
• Tesla charger network’s appeal • Record profit for Honda • EVs and factory utilization • Sustainability’s cost benefits • 2025 Genesis GV80...
Tesla Electric partners with SunRun to bolster Texas grid
Tesla customers will soon use home energy-storage systems to support the Texas power grid. A partnership between Tesla Electric, a retail electricity provider operated by the automaker’s Tesla...
Cops gain Pursuit Mode button on 2025 Ford Police Interceptor
Ford’s version of the Explorer built for police agencies all around the country has been enhanced for the 2025 model year. Known as the Ford Police Interceptor Utility, the Explorer police...
2025 Ford Police Interceptor gains standard hybrid powertrain
Ford’s 2025 Police Interceptor now has a standard hybrid powertrain Ford no longer sells Explorer hybrid to consumers A non-hybrid V-6 and twin-turbo V-6 remain optional for police-spec...
2025 Porsche Taycan
What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Porsche Taycan? What does it compare to? The Taycan was Porsche’s first electric car, but the sedan doesn’t stray far from the design, performance, or...
Ram Professional unit looks to grow truck brand’s commercial business
Ram’s commercial team is touting a product slate with the brand’s most diverse set of powertrains ever, including the new ProMaster EV that Amazon will use for last-mile...
2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV charges up for $61,590
Dodge’s first EV will be the Charger Daytona R/T and Daytona Scat Pack 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona models arrive to dealerships later this year 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T costs $61,590;...
First Shift: Barra guest stars in dealership’s parody video
• Barra guest stars in parody • Ghosn calls out Nissan deal • Execs’ vision on EV policy • ToyotAbility takes center stage • Nissan offers buyouts to salaried...
Lucid CEO: Will take years for competition to catch up
The 2025 Lucid Air Pure is the most efficient vehicle sold in the U.S. Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson said competitors are years behind Rawlinson believes efficiency is the key to EVs Lucid Group CEO...
Investors back new car warranty marketplace startup Chaiz
The startup is seeking partnerships for its online marketplace for extended car warranties and vehicle service contracts
Ford Mustang Mach-E sets distance record, drives 569 miles on a charge
A U.K.-based team has set a Guinness World Record for longest distance traveled by an EV on a single charge, covering 569 miles and 3,379 feet in a Ford Mustang Mach-E. The record attempt was staged...
Guest commentary: Fraud prevention across the car-buying journey
The rise and impact of fraud in the automotive industry has significant implications for both consumers and auto retailers. It is imperative to combat fraud across each step of the car-buying...
SunPower files bankruptcy, was to be GM’s Ultium Energy home installer
SunPower filed bankruptcy on Monday SunPower was originally going to be GM’s installer for home energy storage systems A decade ago SunPower was the most popular choice amongst companies for...
Big utilization drop for North American auto factories on the horizon as EV production begins
Automakers will build less than two-thirds of their vehicle assembly capacity in 2030, according to GlobalData.