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June 26, 2024 at 5:57 PM
Volkswagen forms alliance with EV startup Rivian in $5 billion deal
Volkswagen has struggled to make a successful transition to EVs, with sales of its electric vehicles falling in 2024.
June 26, 2024 at 5:57 PM
June 26, 2024 at 1:26 PM
Rivian shares soar on massive cash injection from Volkswagen, starting immediately with $1 billion
Shares of Rivian are soaring before the opening bell after Volkswagen agreed to invest $1 billion in the electric vehicle maker immediately and a potential total of up to $5 billion as part of a software development agreement
June 26, 2024 at 1:26 PM
June 25, 2024 at 3:26 PM
Ford recalls over 550,000 pickup trucks because transmissions can suddenly downshift to 1st gear
Ford is recalling more than 550,000 pickup trucks in the U.S. because the transmissions can unexpectedly downshift to first gear no matter how fast the trucks are going
June 25, 2024 at 3:26 PM
June 25, 2024 at 2:44 PM
Advocates renew calls for rule to require technology that prevents hot car deaths
As another hot summer begins, advocates are renewing their call for federal regulators to require technology in cars that can help prevent child deaths.
June 25, 2024 at 2:44 PM
June 24, 2024 at 11:42 PM
Car dealerships revert to pens and paper after cyberattacks on software provider
Car dealerships across North America are still wrestling with disruptions that started last week
June 24, 2024 at 11:42 PM
June 24, 2024 at 6:14 PM
Car dealers crippled by cyberattack
The nearly week-old cyber outage has left thousands of dealers across the U.S. and Canada unable to process appointments or complete sales transactions. Cyber security expert Scott Spiro weighs in.
June 24, 2024 at 6:14 PM
June 24, 2024 at 4:37 PM
Here are the best performance cars for $65,000
The number of truly outstanding performance cars priced at or around $65,000 might surprise you
June 24, 2024 at 4:37 PM
June 24, 2024 at 2:46 PM
Cyberattack hampers car dealers
ABC News’ Faith Abubey discusses how hackers have broken into thousands of dealership networks across the U.S.
June 24, 2024 at 2:46 PM
June 24, 2024 at 12:55 PM
Massive cyberattack hits car dealerships
CDK Global, a major software provider for the auto industry, says hackers broke into its network, causing headaches for buyers and those getting their vehicles repaired.
June 24, 2024 at 12:55 PM
June 24, 2024 at 12:54 PM
China, EU are open to talks on plans to hike tariffs on Chinese EVs
Officials say that China and the European Union are open to holding talks on the EU's recent decision to sharply raise tariffs on imports of Chinese-made electric vehicles
June 24, 2024 at 12:54 PM
June 24, 2024 at 12:51 PM
Car dealerships are being disrupted by a multi-day outage after cyberattacks on software supplier
Car dealerships across North America have faced a major disruption this week
June 24, 2024 at 12:51 PM
June 24, 2024 at 5:42 AM
A Mexico City neighborhood keeps the iconic Volkswagen Beetle alive
The Volkswagen Beetle may have been born in Germany, but the “Bug” is king in a neighborhood on the fringes of Mexico City
June 24, 2024 at 5:42 AM
June 23, 2024 at 3:40 PM
Thousands of car dealerships’ operations crippled by cyberattack
A major auto industry software provider, CDK Global, says it was hit by cyberattacks on Wednesday, crippling business at roughly 15,000 auto dealerships in the U.S. and Canada.
June 23, 2024 at 3:40 PM
June 21, 2024 at 12:11 AM
Bugatti unveils 1st electrified sports car
The $4.1 million Tourbillon is currently in the testing phase.
June 21, 2024 at 12:11 AM
June 20, 2024 at 11:57 PM
New Bugatti Tourbillon gets 37 miles of electric range
The Bugatti Tourbillon is the first electrified hypercar from the French marque.
June 20, 2024 at 11:57 PM
June 20, 2024 at 2:30 PM
Edmunds: The best performance cars for $65,000
The number of truly outstanding performance cars priced at or around $65,000 might surprise you
June 20, 2024 at 2:30 PM
June 18, 2024 at 5:42 PM
Fisker files for bankruptcy protection
Electric vehicle maker Fisker filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, the second electric startup to do so in the last year as even industry leaders struggle to lure more buyers beyond the early adapters of the technology
June 18, 2024 at 5:42 PM
June 18, 2024 at 3:02 PM
Hyundai to start manufacturing IONIQ 5 electric SUVs at new Georgia plant this fall
Hyundai Motor Group says it plans to begin manufacturing IONIQ 5 electric SUVs at its sprawling new plant in Georgia this fall
June 18, 2024 at 3:02 PM
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Hyundai sued by DOL after manufacturing plant employed 13-year-old on assembly line
The plant allegedly employed a 13-year old child to work over 50 hours per week in its assembly line, the agency said.
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Nissan issues 'do not drive' warning for older vehicles, says airbags can explode
The warning covers certain model year 2002-2006 Nissan Sentras, 2002-2004 Nissan Pathfinders and 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4s.
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Experts explain rise in catalytic converter theft amid shooting death of actor
A nationwide crime trend plaguing car owners has gained renewed focus amid the death of actor Johnny Wactor.
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Why thieves steal catalytic converters
The high value of the precious metals in these devices is seen as the main reason why they are targeted.
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Tips for keeping your family safe while in the car
With many people hitting the road this holiday weekend, ABC News medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton shares tips on how to stay safe while behind the wheel.
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UAW loses Alabama vote to expand
Thousands of Mercedes Benz workers in Alabama voted against joining the union.
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Mercedes-Benz workers in Alabama vote 'no' to joining union
Mercedes-Benz workers in Alabama vote against joining UAW, a blow to the union's expansion in the South.
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Biden announces new China tariffs on electric vehicles, solar, chips and more
Biden announced new tariffs on $18 billion worth of Chinese imports, including a sharp hike on electric vehicles, to help protect his administration's investments.
2 months ago
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Mercedes-Benz workers in Alabama are voting to join the UAW. Here's what's at stake.
Vote comes a month after the UAW unionized its first auto plant in the South.
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Why electric vehicles are causing motion sickness in drivers, passengers
Some EVs have an eco mode that's set up to make the throttle less sensitive.
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Police, cancer researchers team up to track stolen vehicles
Police in Portland, Oregon, are arresting more suspected car thieves and reducing the number of vehicles stolen, thanks to a partnership with cancer researchers.
2 months ago
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Volkswagen workers in Tennessee have voted to join UAW, union says
4,326 workers at the Volkswagen facility were eligible to vote.
2 months ago
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Volkswagen workers in Chattanooga, Tennessee, vote to join UAW
Volkswagen workers in Chattanooga, Tennessee, voted overwhelmingly to join the United Auto Workers. ABC News' Morgan Norwood reports.
2 months ago
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Tennessee Volkswagen workers vote to join union
Workers at Volkswagen in Tennessee are giving a thumbs up to join the United Autoworkers which marks the first non-union factory in the South to organize.
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Why the UAW vote at Volkswagen is significant for workers across US
Roughly 4,000 voters at a Volkswagen facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee, begin casting their union ballots today.
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This automaker has an answer to electric sports cars
"There's going to come a point where physics gets in the way," according to McLaren engineer Sandy Holford.
3 months ago
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New reports warns of rise in online used car scams
The Better Business Bureau says scammers are turning to new tactics to trick buyers, especially for those looking to buy classic cars.
3 months ago
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Kia’s design chief talks about the brand's design philosophy
Karim Habib, head of Kia Global Design, says design is an important factor for customers.
3 months ago
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New York City transit officials approve $15 commuter toll
New York City's Metro Transit Authority has approved a first-in-the-nation congestion fee for drivers traveling into the heart of Manhattan.
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Chrysler recalling 280,000 vehicles
Chrysler is recalling more than 280,000 cars over an airbag issue and Donald Trump's social media platform may be going public.
3 months ago
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Meet your new virtual assistant: The AI in your car
Mercedes-Benz says its new virtual assistant transforms the "car-driver relationship."
3 months ago
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Modern female crash dummies can improve safety for women, experts say
Experts believe developing a more modern female crash dummy can save the lives of women in car crashes.
3 months ago
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New EPA vehicle standards would cut US emissions, ramp up pressure for more EVs
The Environmental Protection Agency announced new vehicle emissions standards Wednesday that will push the U.S. auto industry to make more electric cars and trucks.
3 months ago
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EPA announces new vehicle emissions standards
The new vehicle emissions standards puts pressure the industry to make more electric vehicles.
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Rivian's new low-cost SUV could take sales away from Tesla
Our vehicles "shift mindsets in terms of what's possible in an electric vehicle," said CEO RJ Scaringe.
4 months ago
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Rivian CEO says company is changing mindsets on electric vehicles
In the interview with ABC News, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe said the company’s vehicles “shift mindsets in terms of what’s possible in an electric vehicle.”
4 months ago
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Waymo approved to expand robotaxi service to LA
Waymo has been approved to expand its driverless taxi service to Los Angeles while concerns mount over self-driving cars and vehicle safety.
4 months ago
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How these 2 events are trying to save car culture in the US
Two major car events are taking place the same weekend in Florida.
4 months ago
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GM engineer sets example for fellow minorities
"Do not let obstacles be roadblocks," said Dom Lester, a chief engineer at General Motors.
4 months ago
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2 Black GM workers share their experiences in the automotive industry
"Do not let obstacles be roadblocks," said GM chief engineer Dom Lester.
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Why 2024 may be the best year to buy a new car or truck
More automakers are offering deep discounts to move inventory.
5 months ago
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Experts weigh in on why there are so many car recalls
The near-daily headlines warning of a recall amount to more than an eye-catching coincidence.
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