Industry
EU to implement new regulations for end-of-life vehicles
The rules aim to increase recycling, improve resource efficiency, and reduce dependence on critical raw materials.
GM to End Chevrolet Sales in China After 21 Years
Chevrolet China sales collapsed to less than 9,000 units last year.
Mazda3 sales surge in North America as SUV volume declines
The automaker's oldest small car saw nearly 90 percent growth in July despite falling overall sales.
Hybrid vehicle sales surpass EVs in California during first half of 2026
Market shifts follow the removal of federal EV tax credits and a reduction in available electric models.
Toyota remains world's top-selling automaker for 7th straight year
The Japanese automaker sold 5.39 million vehicles globally in the first half of 2026.
Mercedes-Benz Admits It Went 'Too Far' Removing Buttons, Will Bring Them Back
CEO Ola Källenius says the automaker will reintroduce physical controls for key functions while keeping large displays.
NHTSA to mandate easier vehicle egress methods
The agency is evaluating new safety rules for door handles following reports of doors failing to open during crashes.
Ford CEO warns Chinese automakers could reach US within a decade
Jim Farley and executives suggest market entry is likely toward the end of a 5-to-10-year window.
IIHS Study: Small Cars at Highest Risk for Driver Deaths; Large Trucks Endanger Others
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's 2023 model year analysis reveals wide disparities in vehicle safety, with the Kia Rio topping driver death rates and the Ram 3500 leading in other-driver fatalities.
BMW Q2 Automotive Profit Beats Forecasts Despite Tariff Headwinds
Cost-cutting measures and strong demand for new models helped the German automaker exceed market expectations, even as trade tariffs and a weakening Chinese market weighed on results.
Global EV Sales Jump 35% in Q2 2026, Records Set in 50 Countries
The International Energy Agency reports a quarterly surge in electric vehicle sales, with record figures across dozens of nations, while China's dominance and a global cost gap shape the market.
Toyota's First-Half Global Sales and Production Fall for First Time in Two Years
A 17.1% sales decline in China outweighed strong demand in North America and Japan, while a model changeover for the RAV4 also contributed to the drop.
Mercedes-Benz cuts cars sales outlook as China demand weakens
The German automaker reported a rise in second-quarter profit but warned of a challenging Chinese market, joining peers in a cautious outlook.
BMW to Cut 8,000 Jobs Through Voluntary Redundancy Program by 2027
The German automaker targets administrative and R&D roles, excluding production workers, as it faces geopolitical uncertainties and declining sales in China.