Wards Daily Edition


	JUNE 25, 2025

Toyota U.K. Builds LCV Version of Land Cruiser

Brand adds AWD option to its van range, creating a halo model for its Professional model lineup.

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for June 25

Europe EV Sales Up 28%, Tesla Down 28%; BYD Cutting Production in China; Ferrari Goes Sailing.

Chinese Automakers Double European Market Share in Hybrid Push

A switch of focus from BEV to hybrid imports to escape tariffs helps China’s brands boost vehicle registrations in May.

Industry Voices | Want Quality Referrals and Higher Closing Rates? Try This

Retail referral programs offer dealers exclusive access to high-intent buyers, built-in marketing support and simplified pricing structures – all while reducing sales friction and boosting customer loyalty.

Nav Specialist HERE Sees Opportunity in Industry’s SDV Hiccups

Automakers are rejiggering their software-defined-vehicle strategies in light of the pullback in battery-electric-vehicle programs, but that could open the door a bit wider to suppliers still looking to play key roles in the transition.

WardsAuto Podcast: BEV Charging Infrastructure Getting Better Despite Political Opposition

Despite Republican opposition to green tax credits and government investment into sustainable technology meant to mitigate effects of climate change, BEV public charging is getting better.