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World Sales Tumbled 10.8% in January

Steep slowdowns across the globe start the year with a 6-year low.

January Shortfall Undercuts Q1-2020 North America Production Outlook

Production is forecasted to rise slightly in Q2-2020, which would end a string of five straight year-over-year quarterly declines.

GM Cruise OK’d to Carry Passengers in California, But Still Awaits Fed Ruling

The ruling from the California Public Utilities Commission is significant because it is the first for a traditional automaker and...

Solar EV Charging Stations to Be Off-Grid in California

The investment will expand access to EV charging to drivers in rural areas, including the Central, Coachella and Imperial valleys...

U.S. Light-Vehicle Sales Could Be Impacted Relatively Quick From Coronavirus-Caused Production Stoppages

Any disruption in the flow of vehicles to U.S. dealers will be faster felt than at any time in the...

Survey Says U.S. Voters Want Stronger Eco Policy

U.S. voters desire stronger fuel-economy standards and expanded incentives and support state-based regulations, according to a Brunswick Group survey.

AImotive Focused on Automated Driving’s More Near-Term Potential

The Hungarian start-up believes full-capability autonomous vehicles are an inevitability, but for now it is eyeing less ambitious applications for...

Hyundai Reveals Prophecy; Bosch and Pininfarina Team Up; GM Ups Charging

Hyundai’s latest BEV concept showcases a sleeker design language, while suppliers unite to offer tailor-made BEVs and GM will raise...

California’s AV Disengagement Reports Create Controversy but Not Clarity

With almost no reporting requirements in other states or even at the federal level, the California DMV’s system provides a...

February U.S. Light-Vehicle Sales Slightly Above Expectations

The Federal Reserve’s cut to short-term rates could indicate it strongly senses upcoming declines in consumer and business confidence related...