Ford suspends 2025 guidance amid $2.5 billion tariff impact

The Ford display is seen at the New York International Auto Show on April 16, 2025. Danielle DeVries | CNBC DETROIT — Ford Motor beat Wall Street’s first-quarter expectations, but suspended its 2025 financial guidance amid an expected $2.5 billion impact this year from President Donald Trump‘s tariffs. The Detroit automaker said it expects to offset… Continue reading Ford suspends 2025 guidance amid $2.5 billion tariff impact

Inside GM’s decade-long battle to revive Cadillac as the quintessential American luxury car brand

The “Saarinen Lobby” inside General Motors’ global design headquarters on the campus of its Warren Technology Center outside of Detroit, Michigan. GM WARREN, Mich. — Walking into General Motors’ global design headquarters is like taking a step back in time. Much of the midcentury modern architecture and designs have remained untouched since the space opened… Continue reading Inside GM’s decade-long battle to revive Cadillac as the quintessential American luxury car brand

German FAZ: The “curious uncle” was a hero,009296

For him as a child, Oskar Schindler was not yet a hero, but also a heart carrier and also “somewhat curious uncle,” says Hans-Michael Trautwein. Traut wine was old for ten years when he met the “Jewish Savior”. Schindler, who lived in Frankfurt from 1957 until his death in 1974, was often guests with his… Continue reading German FAZ: The “curious uncle” was a hero,009296

Why Ford decided to merge its next-gen architecture into its current platform

The automaker’s software chief Doug Field explains why the company cancelled its ‘FNV4’ project, and why a domain-style system may work better for Ford’s gas and hybrid vehicles. The automaker’s software chief Doug Field explains why the company cancelled its ‘FNV4’ project, and why a domain-style system may work better for Ford’s gas and hybrid… Continue reading Why Ford decided to merge its next-gen architecture into its current platform

Electric Vehicles Update – Advancements in Battery Materials Boosting Innovation in EV Industry

NEO Battery Materials Ltd., a developer of low-cost silicon anode materials for lithium-ion batteries, has appointed Dr. Matthew Dawson, CEO of Elementium Materials, as a Senior Scientific Advisor. Dr. Dawson’s extensive background in advancing energy transition technologies is expected to bring valuable insights and support to NEO’s commercialization of its battery technology. This development highlights… Continue reading Electric Vehicles Update – Advancements in Battery Materials Boosting Innovation in EV Industry

@niche: “WHAT WE’VE GOT HERE IS… FAILURE TO COMMUNICATE.”003853

Detroit. Those famous words, spoken by Strother Martin, aka the “Captain,” from the 1967 film “Cool Hand Luke” starring Paul Newman, have particular resonance this week. What many people don’t remember about that quote is what Martin said immediately after, which was, “Some men you just can’t reach. So, you get what we had here last… Continue reading @niche: “WHAT WE’VE GOT HERE IS… FAILURE TO COMMUNICATE.”003853

Car Prices Expected to Rise as Tariffs on Parts Kick In

The United States imposed 25 percent tariffs on imported auto parts on Saturday that could sharply raise prices for new and used vehicles as well as for repairs and insurance. The latest tariffs, which President Trump ordered in March as part of his plan to promote domestic manufacturing, come after the 25 percent levies on… Continue reading Car Prices Expected to Rise as Tariffs on Parts Kick In

Geotab deepens OEM Partnerships with over 80% of leading OEMs to drive data harmonisation and industry standards

Strategic collaborations with 31 brands across three continents ensure consistent, high-quality data for mixed fleet management advancing the future of the connected vehicle industry LONDON, May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Geotab, a global leader in connected transportation solutions, is significantly advancing the telematics industry through strategic partnerships and a commitment to data excellence. Building upon… Continue reading Geotab deepens OEM Partnerships with over 80% of leading OEMs to drive data harmonisation and industry standards

Nio is facing heavy competition in China’s fierce EV market. Making key design decisions ‘within hours’ could help it break through

China is the world’s most competitive market for electric vehicles. Startups and established carmakers are sparring on price, technology and, increasingly, design, as companies try to grab market share. Foreign visitors are often astounded by what Chinese EVs can do. “The EV market, especially in China, is incredibly competitive,” says Kris Tomasson, vice president of… Continue reading Nio is facing heavy competition in China’s fierce EV market. Making key design decisions ‘within hours’ could help it break through