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	FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Why Ford F-150 Lost Sales Crown to Toyota RAV4

The Ford F-150 lost its crown as best-selling model in 2024 to the Toyota RAV4 after leading sales for 42 years as consumers reduced their interest in recreational fullsize trucks and felt the pinch of rising sticker prices. Toyota’s lineup of ICE, HEV and PHEV versions of the RAV4 crossover was perfectly positioned for where the market moved.

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for Feb. 19

Nikola Files for Chapter 11; Rivian To Post Gross Profit; Volkswagen EV Sales Tank in China

Toyota Claims Third-Gen Fuel-Cell Powertrain Matches Diesel Durability

Boasting greater fuel efficiency, increased range, compact design, robustness and lower costs of production, the automaker's latest hydrogen fuel-cell system claims to cover applications from light passenger cars to heavy-duty trucks.

Scania to Buy Northvolt's Truck Battery Manufacturing Unit

Swedish truck maker acquires its supplier of heavy-duty battery power packs as European manufacturer tries to restructure and avoid collapse.

Industry Voices | Maximizing AI Innovation in EV Manufacturing

Artificial intelligence is emerging as a key focus within the electric-vehicle industry. The high failure rate of AI projects can deter manufacturers from investing. Yet businesses can still benefit from unsuccessful trials.

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Mobileye Reveals Its Roadmap to the Mobility Revolution

The mobility revolution will happen once automated-driving systems have the performance precision, market reach and cost structure that ensure global scalability, CEO Amnon Shashua says.