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U.S. auto industry stakeholders are urging tighter rules on ‘China-made’ vehicle pathways as Mexico’s USMCA role becomes central to future EV availability, pricing pressure, and sourcing compliance.
GM and LG Energy Solution’s Ultium Cells plant in Lordstown faces an uncertain restart as attention shifts toward energy storage production, underscoring uneven EV demand heading into 2026.
EPA plans a two-year delay for parts of its 2027-2032 vehicle greenhouse-gas rule. Here’s what changes for automakers in model-year terms-and what won’t change overnight for shoppers.
Toyota is recalling about 550,000 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid crossovers after reports of a second-row seat-back lock that may not engage properly. Dealers will replace a spring tied to the mechanism.
Hyundai is recalling about 294,000 U.S.-market vehicles over a seat belt anchor defect that could reduce occupant protection in a crash. Here’s what’s known so far from Reuters (April 10, 2026), what owners should do next via VIN checks, an
NHTSA’s updated NCAP driver-assistance evaluations aim to measure driver engagement, clear warnings and safe takeovers. Here’s what Tesla Model Y’s reported pass does-and doesn’t-mean for real-world driving.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling about 144,000 U.S. vehicles after instrument panel displays may reset and go blank. Here’s what it means for drivers and how dealers will fix it with a software update.
Tesla is recalling nearly 219,000 vehicles in the U.S. over an issue that can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. Here’s how to check your VIN, recognize symptoms, and understand the fix.
At NYIAS 2026 in Manhattan’s Javits Center، automakers unveiled new U.S.-market EVs even as demand cooled، while leaning harder on hybrids as a hedge.
As U.S. fuel prices surge, Reuters reports rising EV bookings on rental platforms turning rentals into low-commitment trials that reveal both EV appeal and persistent charging friction.
JLR is recalling 170K+ U.S. mild-hybrid SUVs after concerns about possible loss of drive power (Cars.com report, late Apr 2026). Here’s what it means, symptoms to watch for, how fixes work, and how to check your VIN.
Automakers say weaker USMCA trade terms could push tariffs into North American supply chains raising costs that hit low-margin entry-level cars first and potentially shrinking affordable model lineups.
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