developmentstoday

Ask DT AI Audio Brief Videos Podcast +

Ask DT AI Audio Brief Videos Podcast

HomeTagsautomotive-industry

#automotive-industry

All articles tagged with "automotive-industry"

Company

About Us
Advertise
Contact
Editorial Policy

Legal

Terms of Service
Privacy Policy
Cookie Policy
AI & Ethics Policy
Do Not Sell My Info
FAQ
Archive
Site Map

Discover

Newsletter
Ask DT AI
Audio Brief
Videos
Podcast
DT Premium

Connect

Twitter / X
Facebook
LinkedIn
YouTube
Instagram
TikTok
Flipboard
RSS Feed

© 2026 Developments Today. All rights reserved.

Aug. 23, 2026 | Bonus Episode: Can Nissan turn incentive spending into lasting market share gains? (via www.youtube.com)

Can Nissan Turn Incentive Spending into Lasting Market Share Gains?

Nissan is increasing incentive spending while the broader industry pulls back.
Analysts question whether these incentives can create lasting market share gains.
The strategy involves trade-offs between short-term volume and long-term brand value.
Industry experts Larry P. Vellequette and Michael Martinez analyze the bet.

DE

DT Editorial Team·Aug 23, 2026·via autonews.com

More in Transportation→

Software-defined Vehicles: The Future of the Automotive Industry - Arm Newsroom (via newsroom.arm.com)

Software-Defined Vehicles Reshape the Automotive Industry from Factory to Garage

SDVs are reshaping the automotive industry from manufacturing to repair.
Manufacturing processes must adapt to software integration and new supply chains.
Repair ecosystem faces disruption with OTA updates and new diagnostic needs.
Competitive dynamics shift as software becomes key differentiator.

DE

DT Editorial Team·Aug 18, 2026·via autonews.com

More in Transportation→

VW management to continue cost cutting | Reuters (via www.reuters.com)

Volkswagen's Cost-Cutting Contradiction: Sacrificing Dealerships to Save Pennies

Volkswagen is slashing jobs and plants to cut costs.
The company is bypassing franchise dealerships for its Scout brand.
This contradicts its cost-cutting goals and risks alienating dealers.
Dealers provide essential infrastructure and customer relationships.

DE

DT Editorial Team·Aug 17, 2026·via autonews.com

More in Transportation→

Stellantis Weighs Sale of Brampton Plant Amid Unifor Talks (via www.globalbankingandfinance.com)

Stellantis Considers Selling Brampton Assembly Plant, Unifor Says

Unifor President Lana Payne says Stellantis is 'seriously' considering selling Brampton Assembly Plant.
Unifor is not party to the talks but is concerned for workers.
Sale could impact 2,800 jobs and Canada's auto industry.
Stellantis is focusing on EV production, making Brampton's future uncertain.

DE

DT Editorial Team·Aug 14, 2026·via autonews.com

More in Transportation→

BMW fast-tracks i3 production as strong demand sparks a major ramp-up

BMW Accelerates i3 Production Amid Surging Demand for Electric Hatchback

BMW is fast-tracking i3 production due to stronger-than-expected demand after opening orders early.
The ramp-up involves increased capacity at the Leipzig plant and coordination with battery suppliers.
The i3's success reflects a broader shift in consumer attitudes toward electric vehicles.
BMW's agility in responding to demand strengthens its position in the competitive EV market.

DE

DT Editorial Team·Aug 6, 2026·via electrek.co

More in Energy→

Polestar Has Record Sales in 1st Half of Year, But Facing Big Challenge - CleanTechnica

Polestar Posts Record H1 Sales Amid US Market Exit Challenge

Polestar reported record sales of 30,423 vehicles in H1 2026, with 17,296 in Q2.
CEO Michael Lohscheller highlighted growth in UK, Germany, South Korea, and Iberia.
Retail network expanded 39% to 235 sites; Polestar 5 deliveries starting and Polestar 4 production begun.
Polestar is barred from US market from 2027 model year due to Commerce Department rules on Chinese-connected vehicles.

DE

DT Editorial Team·Jul 10, 2026·via cleantechnica.com

More in Energy→

The 2027 Ram TRX Is Back, and It'll Cost You $102,790

Ram revives TRX with 777 horsepower and six-figure pricing

Ram reopened orders for the 2027 Ram 1500 TRX at a base price of $102,790 including destination.
The revived truck uses a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 rated at 777 horsepower and 680 lb-ft of torque.
Ram says the TRX can reach 60 mph in 3.5 seconds and has a top speed of 118 mph.
A limited-run Bloodshot Night Edition adds appearance upgrades and costs an additional $9,995.

DE

DT Editorial Team·Jun 23, 2026·via thedrive.com

More in Transportation→

BYD outsold Ford, and now it thinks it can catch Toyota as the world's No. 1 automaker

BYD's Ambition: From Outsold Ford to World's No. 1 Automaker

BYD outsold Ford globally, marking a milestone in EV adoption.
BYD's CEO aims to surpass Toyota as the world's top automaker within five years.
The company leverages vertical integration and global expansion to achieve its goal.
Challenges include trade tensions, brand recognition, and competition from legacy automakers.

DE

DT Editorial Team·Jun 10, 2026·via electrek.co

More in Energy→

Honda Ridgeline Is Going Away for 18 Months Until It Gets a V6 Hybrid: Report

Honda’s Ridgeline may return in 2028 with a V6 hybrid after an 18-month pause

A report says the Honda Ridgeline could pause sales for about 18 months.
The pickup is expected to return with a redesigned V6 paired to a dual-motor hybrid system.
Honda says Ridgeline remains important to its future lineup, though it did not confirm the full timeline.

DE

DT Editorial Team·May 27, 2026·via thedrive.com

More in Transportation→

Toyota eyes $2 billion Texas plant; AutoPayPlus CEO on affordability

Toyota’s Reported Texas Plant Study and Subaru’s EV Delay Point to a More Uneven Auto Transition

Toyota is reportedly considering a $2 billion assembly plant in Texas.
Subaru is delaying in-house EV production after a $362 million charge and a 90% profit plunge.
The two moves reflect an uneven auto transition shaped by tariffs and capital discipline.

DE

DT Editorial Team·May 18, 2026·via autonews.com

More in Transportation→

Honda CEO Tries To Distract From $5.7 Billion Annual Loss With Promise Of 15 New Hybrids And By Dropping 2040 Combustion-Free Goal - Jalopnik

Honda retreats from its 2040 combustion-free target after a steep annual loss

Honda says it will launch 15 new hybrids by 2030.
The company reported its first annual loss since going public in 1957.
Honda is dropping its 2040 combustion-free target and increasing US local sourcing for hybrid components.

DE

DT Editorial Team·May 15, 2026·via jalopnik.com

More in Transportation→

Embattled Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe scrambles for reboot in face of historic loss from bad bet on EVs

Honda pivots back toward hybrids after warning of a historic annual loss

Honda says it faces its first annual loss.
The company links the setback to rising EV costs.
Management is shifting emphasis toward hybrids as part of a reboot.

DE

DT Editorial Team·May 11, 2026·via autonews.com

More in Transportation→

ANC Podcast: May 8, 2026 | The week’s top stories and Infiniti Canada’s Ken Hearn

Federal Trade Court Blocks Trump’s 10% Global Tariffs in Fresh Blow to Trade Policy

A federal trade court blocked Trump’s 10% global tariffs as unlawful.
The ruling was described as the second major setback to the tariff effort after a February Supreme Court ruling.
The decision is significant for automakers and other industries that rely on international supply chains.

DE

DT Editorial Team·May 8, 2026·via autonews.com

More in Transportation→

First Shift: Lucid reports $1 billion loss

Lucid’s $1 Billion Loss Leads Automotive News’ Latest Market Brief

Lucid’s reported $1 billion loss was the lead item in Automotive News’ latest video briefing.
The same roundup pointed to dealer-broker friction and GM’s Orion Assembly plans.
Automotive News also highlighted higher shopper satisfaction when AI is used.
The mix of topics reflects financial, industrial, retail, and digital pressure points in autos.

DE

DT Editorial Team·May 8, 2026·via autonews.com

More in Transportation→

Germany warns of ‘huge costs’ as Trump threatens to increase EU tariffs to 25%

Trump Tariff Threat on EU Vehicles Draws German Warning Over Economic Fallout

Germany says a threatened 25% U.S. tariff on EU vehicles would carry huge costs.
Automotive News says the move would threaten billions in transatlantic auto trade.
The warning comes as the auto market is already adjusting to tariff-related uncertainty.

DE

DT Editorial Team·May 3, 2026·via autonews.com

More in Transportation→

Nissan to Produce ICE Trucks & SUVs Instead of EVs in USA - CleanTechnica

Nissan Reverses Mississippi EV Plan and Turns Back to Gas Trucks and SUVs

Nissan has canceled plans to build two EV models at its Mississippi factory.
The plant will instead produce an updated Frontier, a new Xterra, and related body-on-frame vehicles.
The company cited market conditions, customer demand, and updated strategy for the reversal.

DE

DT Editorial Team·May 2, 2026·via cleantechnica.com

More in Energy→

GM Throws In The Towel On Future Electric Trucks - Jalopnik

GM reportedly halts next-generation electric truck program as EV demand softens

GM has reportedly put its next-generation full-size electric trucks on indefinite delay.
The halted program was said to target refreshed, lower-cost EV trucks and SUVs for 2028 production.
The move suggests a broader industry shift toward hybrids and slower EV rollout in large vehicles.

DE

DT Editorial Team·Apr 22, 2026·via jalopnik.com

More in Transportation→

GM suspends next-gen electric truck indefinitely as it retreats to gas

GM Reportedly Puts Next-Generation Electric Truck Refresh on Hold

GM has reportedly suspended plans to refresh its full-size electric truck and SUV lineup.
The affected lineup includes the Silverado EV, Sierra EV, Hummer EV, and Escalade IQ.
The decision suggests a reassessment of large EV economics and demand.
The move comes as automakers adjust EV strategies across the industry.

DE

DT Editorial Team·Apr 22, 2026·via electrek.co

More in Energy→

Hyundai and Kia Want To Sell You a Pickup Truck by 2030

Hyundai and Kia Set Their Sights on U.S. Pickup Trucks Before 2030

Hyundai says it will launch body-on-frame vehicles in the U.S. before 2030.
Kia has separately confirmed a body-on-frame truck for the U.S. by 2030.
The plans put both brands into one of the industry’s most important and competitive segments.

DE

DT Editorial Team·Apr 15, 2026·via thedrive.com

More in Transportation→

Nissan Exec Teases Xterra and Says 'Badass Is Back'

Nissan Signals the Xterra’s Return as It Rebuilds Its Truck and SUV Lineup

Nissan Americas Chairman Christian Meunier teased the Xterra’s return with the phrase “Badass is back.”
The upcoming model is expected to use a new body-on-frame platform shared with other future Nissan and Infiniti vehicles.
The report says Nissan plans V6 and V6 hybrid powertrains, with production in Canton, Mississippi and launch in the second half of 2028.

DE

DT Editorial Team·Apr 15, 2026·via thedrive.com

More in Transportation→

1
2
Next