Europe’s leading automakers — including Volkswagen, Volvo, Polestar, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), and Ineos — are pressing forward with electrification and hybridization plans despite mounting challenges from tariffs and a slowing global EV market. Hybrid and fully electric vehicles remain central to these brands’ strategies as they balance emissions regulations, consumer demand, and trade policy […]
India is fast becoming a central pillar in the China+1 auto strategy adopted by global automotive manufacturers, according to a joint report by EY and Parthenon. This shift comes as companies seek to diversify supply chains and reduce overdependence on China amid geopolitical tensions, rising costs, and the need for supply stability. The report highlights […]
The 2025 Audi S5 review shows a car with strong fundamentals but frustrating shortcomings. While the previous S4 and S5 models impressed with design, build quality, and driving dynamics, this new generation fails to deliver the same magic. A Familiar Engine and New Platform Audi replaced the A4 nameplate but retained much of the old […]
The Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat continues its reign in 2026. Since its 2020 debut, Dodge hinted at ending production, but strong demand kept it alive. Originally limited to 2,000 units, then extended by another 1,000, the SUV remains a fan favorite five years later. Strong Sales Keep Dodge’s Super SUV Alive The third-generation Durango, first […]
Retired automotive analyst Michelle Krebs joined Automotive News’ Weekend Drive as guest co-host, offering her insights on some of the biggest developments in the industry. Broadcasting from the Automotive News offices in Detroit, Krebs and host Kellen Walker tackled topics ranging from EV startup struggles to union tensions and new retail moves. The week’s headlines […]
VW PowerCo Ignites Hiring Blitz for Canadian Battery Plant, Defying U.S. Tariff On August 6, 2025, Volkswagen Group’s battery unit, PowerCo, has kicked off an ambitious hiring drive for its new $7 billion battery cell manufacturing plant in Ontario, Canada. This move comes despite concerns over potential U.S. tariffs, which have affected other automakers and […]
The 2026 Lotus Emira arrives with notable updates in performance, refinement, and pricing. Lotus announced in June that the V6 SE would become the flagship model for the U.S., while the Emira Turbo will serve as the new entry-level trim. As order books open, pricing details are beginning to surface. According to CarBuzz, the Emira […]
The highly anticipated Porsche 911 Turbo S hybrid will officially debut later this year. Porsche CEO Oliver Blume confirmed the news during the company’s mid-year earnings call. This electrified version of the Turbo S will mark a major step in the brand’s transition toward performance hybrids. Blume’s announcement follows an earlier statement by former CFO […]
The battle for American performance supremacy reached new heights as the Corvette ZR1 and ZR1X overtook the Mustang GTD at the Nürburgring. Ford’s previous claim to fame, a blistering 6:52.07 lap by the GTD, has now been surpassed by Chevrolet’s high-powered duo. The response from Ford CEO Jim Farley? Two words: “Game on.” This brief […]
Car Tariffs 2025 are already hurting American car buyers, especially those shopping for new vehicles under $30,000. When former President Donald Trump introduced the new tariff plan, he promised lower prices. However, a new study from Cars.com shows the opposite—inventory is tightening and costs are rising across the board. According to the study, imports make […]
