Suppliers hiking charges for all automakers, not just Ford
Auto parts makers contacted by Reuters said they have raised prices on parts in the range of 7 percent to 20 percent......»»
NZXT wants you to pay up to $169/month to rent a gaming PC
NZXT Flex subscription has "new or like-new" PCs, one-time $50 shipping fee. Enlarge / NZXT's subscription program charges $169/month for this build. (credit: NZXT) NZXT, which sells gaming PCs, components, and peripher.....»»
Magna, in unusual step, lowers 2026 outlook on EV uncertainty, contract assembly woes
Magna International took the unusual step of lowering its outlook for its 2026 financial performance as it grapples with automakers reducing, postponing or canceling electric vehicle plans amid soft sales growth......»»
Rearview camera recalls are becoming common. Here"s why
Ford, Volkswagen, Stellantis and Honda have experienced recalls in recent months because of faulty rearview cameras, all from different suppliers......»»
Intel"s grim forecast could concern automakers in wake of microchip crisis
Intel is a major supplier of semiconductors to the automotive industry, having supplied chips installed in more than 50 million vehicles. Intel says 18 automakers have vehicles with Intel chips on the road for use in their EVs and software......»»
GPB Capital founder David Gentile found guilty in Ponzi-like fraud that included dealerships
Gentile’s co-defendant, Jeffry Schneider, who ran Texas-based Ascendant Capital, also was convicted of securities fraud and conspiracy charges by a federal jury in Brooklyn, N.Y., following a trial that lasted more than seven weeks......»»
VW Group profit falls on restructuring charges, lower deliveries
At VW's so-called core group, which consists of the VW, Skoda and Seat brands, profitability dropped to 5 percent......»»
Why Ford is expanding Maverick pickup line with Lobo street truck
Maverick Lobo is the latest example of Ford creating subbrands for popular nameplates that include variants to appeal to different customers......»»
Auto suppliers continue to face worker shortage and high costs
The Federal Reserve indicated labor supply and demand are in sync in the U.S. economy for the first time in years. But suppliers are still lagging behind......»»
2025 Ford Maverick Loses Controversial Dashboard Cubby
2025 Ford Maverick Loses Controversial Dashboard Cubby.....»»
Ford facelifts its Maverick pickup, adds all-wheel-drive hybrid option
The AWD hybrid is Ford's response to overwhelming customer requests. Enlarge / The cosmetic changes to the MY25 Ford Maverick include a new front bumper, front grille, and new headlamps. (credit: Ford) Ford is giving its.....»»
Lawmakers ask FTC to investigate the sale of driver data, alleging ‘flagrant abuse" of privacy
Automakers, which have made lofty revenue projections about the riches to be found in the sale of connected vehicle data, have largely sought to ignore the fact that consumers do not want their data to be sold......»»
Ford freshens the 2025 Maverick with features customers have clamored for
Ford hopes the new powertrain option — plus a larger center screen, new tech and updated design elements — will help the Maverick maintain sales momentum, especially among first-time Ford buyers......»»
Automakers reverse course on EV targets
Cooling sales growth, high vehicle prices and uncertain political outcomes have forced automakers to pivot......»»
Cox: Wholesale vehicle valuations tool adds automakers" factory-installed options
Cox Automotive said it has enhanced the Manheim Market Report, its wholesale vehicle valuations tool......»»
New self-powered electrostatic tweezer enhances object manipulation and microfluidics
In a study published in Device has reported a new self-powered electrostatic tweezer that offers superior accumulation and tunability of triboelectric charges, enabling unprecedented flexibility and adaptability for manipulating objects in various wo.....»»
Detroit 3 financials ‘disappointing" as challenges mount
Second-quarter results for GM, Ford and Stellantis reflect a bumpy road as they juggle costly EV plans while managing profits on gasoline and hybrid models in an uncertain market environment......»»
Traditional automakers" EVs surpass Teslas in J.D. Power satisfaction study
Overall consumer satisfaction with vehicles is rising, especially on fuel economy, but infotainment systems continue to fall short......»»
Prestone scientists working to develop low-conductivity coolant to boost EV efficiency
Low-conductivity coolant in EVs and fuel cell vehicles can increase charging and driving efficiency and reduce fire risk. Prestone, one of the industry's largest suppliers of factory fill coolant, is developing new coolants specifically for EVs......»»
Most automakers predict missed EV sales goals, slower transition in Kerrigan survey
The majority of automaker executives who participated in the 2024 Kerrigan OEM Survey said the transition to EVs will be slower than initially projected in the U.S......»»
China poised to lead global auto market, S&P Global says
BYD has emerged as a top 10 manufacturer, and evolving retail networks and new factories in Europe offer opportunities for Chinese automakers. Despite European and North American tariffs, they continue to push forward......»»