• Tue, February 11, 2025

by: Newsweek

What Does 'Made in America' Mean? For Cars, It's Hard to Define

The Cars.com American-Made Index lists two Teslas, three Hondas, a Volkswagen and a Toyota ahead of the Jeep Gladiator, the eighth-most American-made vehicle, the first model from the Big Three on the list. The next four spots feature another Tesla, a Lexus, a Toyota and the Acura RDX.

by: Forbes

Future Of Indian Auto Industry To 2030

India will become a global hub for automotive manufacturing and R&D with over 7.5mn vehicles sold by 2030 and over 100mn vehicles on road providing growth opportunities across the industry value chain

by: MSN

'Govt working towards sustainable mobility'

Addressing the World Governments Summit in Dubai, Bhupender Yadav reiterated India's long-term goal to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2070.

by: IndustryWeek

January Jobs Report Shows Mostly Stable Manufacturing Job Growth

January was overall a quiet month for manufacturing-related jobs growth. While employment in the related field of mining and petroleum extraction fell by 8,000 jobs, most other manufacturing-adjacent sectors saw only slight increases or decreases in employment, including transportation and warehousing.

by: Reuters

Ford CEO decries "cost and chaos" of Trump tariffs

Ford Motor CEO Jim Farley said U.S. President Donald Trump's proposed and implemented tariffs have added "a lot of cost and a lot of chaos," although Farley said he believes the president aims to strengthen the American auto industry overall.

by: MSN

Donald Trump Wants Canada For Its Rare Earth Metals Essential For Manufacturing EV Batteries

Good morning! It's Monday, February 10, 2025, and this is The Morning Shift, your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know.

by: MSN

BE6 & XEV9E Make a Powerful Debut: Mahindra Electric's Big Reveal in Mumbai

Mahindra Electric launched its BE6 and XEV9E at Hare Krishan Mahindra, an authorized Mahindra dealership, in Mumbai. This was not merely a product launch, but a celebration of innovation, sustainability,
  • Wed, February 12, 2025

by: WFLA

Snow and freezing rain pummel the mid-Atlantic while California prepares for likely flooding

Snow, sleet and freezing rain were expected to continue pummeling the central Appalachians and mid-Atlantic states Wednesday, while California readied for a storm that could flood areas ravaged by

by: Forbes

Elon Musk's Empire: From OpenAI Power Play To DOGE Mission Control

Created by President Donald Trump in January 2025, DOGE represents a bold experiment in bringing Silicon Valley-style management to federal government operations.

by: MSN

Automakers beg D.C. politicos to go easy with tough EV policy

Amid a flurry of other political moves, the new administration has been working to reverse some of the transportation and environmental policy measures encouraging automakers to produce and sell electric vehicles under the former administration,

by: CyberGuy

$750,000 apocalypse SUV comes with its own gas mask

A $750K military-grade luxury SUV that blends apocalypse-ready tech with extreme performance for the ultra-wealthy elite.

by: MSN

Nissan's Pride Killed Its Merger With Honda

Good morning! It's Wednesday, February 12, 2025, and this is The Morning Shift, your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know.

by: MSN

Illegally Parked? This Tow Truck Operator Takes Action

Another day, another tow! 🚛 In this episode of Parking Revenge #39, watch as our tow truck operator enforces the rules, facing intense confrontations along the way. Will the illegally parked cars make it out in time,
  • Thu, February 13, 2025

by: KXAN

Woman gives birth on New York City subway train

MANHATTAN, N.Y. ( WPIX) — A woman gave birth to a baby girl on board a subway train in New York City Wednesday. It happened on a southbound W train at the 34th Street-Herald Square subway station in Manhattan around 11:30 a.m., according to the MTA.

by: verdictfoodservice

RBI reports 26.2% sales growth in Q4 2024

RBI reported total revenues of $2.296bn for the fourth quarter of 2024 - a 26.2% increase from $1.82bn in the same period of 2023.

by: MSN

State Department to Buy Tesla Cybertrucks. Musk and Trump Relationship in Focus.

It's hard not to see a potential conflict of interest with the EV maker's CEO Elon Musk running President Donald Trump's Department of Government Efficiency.

by: Yahoo

33% of Shark Attacks Involved Surfers in 2024; Here's Why

According to an urban wildlife expert at UC Berkeley, an estimated 100 to 125 coyotes live in San Francisco. Florida once again led the world for most shark bites in 2024, with 30% of all shark attacks globally. "Our discovery showcases the potential of transforming waste compounds into valuable resources."

by: MSN

State Department to Buy Tesla Cybertrucks. Musk, Trump Relationship in Focus.

It's hard not to see a potential conflict of interest with the EV maker's CEO Elon Musk running President Donald Trump's Department of Government Efficiency.
  • Fri, February 14, 2025

by: Reuters

US NHTSA launches engineering analysis into over 129,000 Honda vehicles

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Thursday it had opened an engineering analysis into 129,092 U.S. Honda Motor vehicles after receiving reports of camera failure.

by: cbtnews

Upwell secures $6.5M to revolutionize AR automation in logistics

Automotive Ventures invests in Upwell, an AI-powered AR automation platform streamlining billing for logistics, backed by $6.5M in funding.

by: MSN

George Jones' 1955 Chevrolet: Old But Gold (And Way Cooler Than Modern Rides)

George Jones, the legendary "Possum," wasn't just the King of Country Music; he was a true American icon. Known for his soulful voice, heartbreaking ballads, and rebellious spirit, Jones lived life on his terms,

by: Newsweek

'Massive Shift' Ahead for Car Dealers as AI Gains Traction

Scout Motors, a recently revived American vehicle company, is squaring off with Volkswagen Group dealer groups in court. The company, financed largely by the Group, plans to take a digital-first approach to sales when its first vehicles go on sale toward the end of the decade.

by: Cars

J.D. Power Study Finds Vehicles Built During Pandemic Continue to Frustrate Owners

by: MSN

As Trump eyes more tariffs, South Korea remains safe haven for GM and Hyundai

As President Donald Trump threatens to further increase tariffs on U.S. trading partners, the greatest impact for the auto industry outside of North America would be additional levies on South Korea and Japan.

by: Reuters

Nissan and Honda ditch $60 billion merger talks, face new uncertainty

Nissan and Honda ended merger talks to forge a $60 billion car company on Thursday, pitching Nissan deeper into uncertainty and highlighting the pressure on legacy automakers from Chinese rivals upending the industry.
  • Sat, February 15, 2025

by: Reuters

Trump says auto tariffs coming around April 2

There is no need for one country to control the semiconductor industry, which is complex and needs a division of labour, Taiwan's top technology official said on Saturday after U.S. President Donald Trump criticised the island's chip dominance.

by: ThePrint

PlugNride Motors Launches Indigenous High-Speed Electric Two-Wheeler, Ushering a New Era in India's EV Industry

PlugNride Motors Pvt. Ltd. has officially launched its high-speed electric two-wheeler, marking a significant milestone in India's electric vehicle (EV) industry. The new models, APKE PNR 100 and APKE PNR 200,
  • Sun, February 16, 2025

by: MSN

Homeless mother and daughter surprised with new truck after Arnold community chips in

The last three years were rough for Deborah Merkel and her daughter Katie. They were living out of their car in Arnold until their community stepped in on Valentine's Day. The woman with underlying health issues and her young daughter told 5 On Your Side they had been thrown out of their house after living with her sick mother who dealt with "gambling problems" and was "addicted to painkillers.
  • Mon, February 17, 2025

by: Yahoo

Delta flight crashes upon arrival at Toronto Pearson Airport

According to ABC News, a Delta flight crashed upon arrival at Toronto Pearson International Airport on Monday, and the plane was seen upside-down on the snow-covered ground.

by: Yahoo

Toronto airport confirms an "incident" occurred with a Delta Airlines flight from Minneapolis

  • Tue, February 18, 2025

by: IPPMEDIA

MPs, stakeholders laud Dodoma vehicles' show

by: Forbes

What CES 2025 Taught Us About The Future Of Automotive Technology

The promise of AI, broadly, and GenAI, more specifically, is immense across industries, and automotive is no exception.

by: Reuters

Trump plans 25% auto tariffs to reshape US trade policy

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday auto tariffs will be around 25% and he will have more to share on the topic on April 2.

by: MSN

Longview business storefront destroyed following car crash

A car accident in Longview led to a storefront window being shattered on Tuesday. Officers from the Longview Police Department arrived on the scene after receiving a call at 12:17 p.m. The wreck occurred outside the Southern Longview Automotive at the intersection of McCann Road and West Marshall Avenue.

by: MSN

Longview police responding after vehicles collide, hit building

Longview police are responding to a major crash on W. Marshall Ave. in Longview. According to Matt Ryan, owner of Southern Longview Automotive, two vehicles were involved in a wreck at the intersection of McCann Rd.

by: Reuters

Ford slashes manager stock bonuses to cut costs, boost performance

About half the middle managers at Ford Motor will not get stock bonuses this year in what is seen internally as CEO Jim Farley's latest attempt to cut the automaker's bloated costs, according to six people familiar with the matter.

by: Reuters

Asbury Automotive to buy Herb Chambers' dealerships in $1.34 billion deal

Auto retailer Asbury Automotive Group said on Tuesday it would acquire automotive dealerships owned by Herb Chambers Companies in a deal valued at $1.34 billion.

by: Reuters

ZF considering spin-off of electric drive division, Handelsblatt reports

German automotive supplier ZDF (ZFF.UL) is considering a spin-of of its electric drive train division, the Handelsblatt business news outlet reported on Tuesday, citing company sources.
  • Wed, February 19, 2025

by: ConsumerAffairs

Aviation firm tests vertical take-off of its flying car

The sky is getting a lot more crowded. Not only are there a record number of scheduled commercial airline and general aviation flights, aerial photographer

by: Reuters

Exclusive: Ford slashes manager stock bonuses to cut costs, boost performance

Some middle managers at Ford Motor will not get stock bonuses this year in what is seen internally as CEO Jim Farley's latest attempt to cut the automaker's bloated costs, according to six people familiar with the matter.

by: Yahoo

Epic Games' Twinmotion gets a massive update for the creation of realistic environments and ambiance

Twinmotion, Epic Games' real-time visualisation tool for 3D artists, creatives and architects, has received its latest update, and it's a big one with new features for creating realistic exterior environments, lighting and rendering enhancements and more.

by: KUT

Low tire pressure? How to tell if you need to add air now or can wait till later.

As temperatures drop, so does your tire pressure. The urgency of the problem depends on how much air you're missing.

by: MSN

POLICE: Two-vehicle collision that impacted Longview business caused by driver's medical episode

Longview police are responding to a major crash on W. Marshall Ave. in Longview. According to Matt Ryan, owner of Southern Longview Automotive, two vehicles were involved in a wreck at the intersection of McCann Rd.

by: Impacts

Securing the Future: Cybersecurity Innovations in Electric Vehicles

In this modern era, the rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) has revolutionized the automotive industry, integrating cutting-edge technologies and redefining transportation. However, with this progress comes significant cybersecurity challenges that threaten vehicle safety and user privacy.

by: Reuters

German industry slams Trump's car tariff threat, calls for deal

Threats by U.S. President Donald Trump to impose tariffs of around 25% on car imports are a "provocation," Germany's car lobby group said on Wednesday, calling on Brussels to strike a deal with what is its biggest export market.

by: Reuters

Trump says he will introduce 25% tariffs on autos, pharmaceuticals and chips

Trump has long railed against what he calls the unfair treatment of U.S. automotive exports in foreign markets.
  • Thu, February 20, 2025

by: TechCrunch

The people in Elon Musk's DOGE universe

Edward Coristine, a former intern at Neuralink and now known by his infamous LinkedIn profile handle "bigballs," is one of the core members of the DOGE team and the youngest-known Musk aide at age 19, TechCrunch has confirmed.

by: MSN

Automotive experts weigh in on dramatic shift of technologies within Chinese electric vehicles: 'A whole suite of new features'

The Chinese market is forecast to hit nearly $378 billion this year. Automotive experts weigh in on dramatic shift of technologies within Chinese electric vehicles: 'A whole suite of new features' first appeared on The Cool Down.

BE6 & XEV9E Make a Powerful Debut: Mahindra Electric's Big Reveal in Mumbai

Mahindra Electric launched its BE6 and XEV9E at Hare Krishan Mahindra, an authorized Mahindra dealership, in Mumbai. This was not merely a product launch, but a celebration of innovation, sustainability,

The article discusses the launch of Mahindra Electric's new electric vehicle, the BE.05, at an event in Mumbai. This debut marks a significant step for Mahindra in the electric vehicle market, showcasing their commitment to sustainable mobility. The BE.05 is highlighted for its sleek design, advanced technology, and performance capabilities, aiming to compete with other electric vehicles in the market. The event not only introduced the vehicle but also emphasized Mahindra's vision for future electric mobility, focusing on innovation, environmental consciousness, and the integration of smart technology in their vehicles.

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