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Nissan stands firm as Chinese automakers expand in Brazil and Mexico
3+ hour, 4+ min ago (240+ words) Competition from Chinese automakers is increasing in Brazil and Mexico as they aim to address excess production capacity in their home country. Nissan is embracing growing competition from Chinese automakers in Latin America, even as governments in the region move…...
Skygrid looks to transform vehicles into AI compute nodes
5+ hour, 26+ min ago (573+ words) Welcome back to the latest episode of "The Future of Automotive" on CBT News, where we put recent automotive and mobility news into the context of the broader themes impacting the industry." This week, I'm very excited to announce Automotive…...
Trump administration rescinds EV fuel economy rule
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (214+ words) The Energy Department removes a rule that inflated electric vehicle efficiency under CAFE standards, signaling a shift in federal incentives. The Trump administration said Wednesday it is rescinding a federal rule that had boosted the fuel-economy value of electric vehicles,…...
GM to invest $63M CAD in Oshawa for next-gen trucks
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (305+ words) The investment will prepare Oshawa for next-gen pickup truck production, and follows threats from Canadian officials to reclaim funding tied to recent pullbacks. The capital injection will help prepare Oshawa for the next generation of trucks, including upgrades to stamping…...
Scout Motors to delay EV launch amid tech challenges
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (236+ words) VW's revival of the iconic Scout SUV and pickup faces production delays as engineers tackle range-extender software and factory priorities shift." Image Source | Scout Motors Volkswagen's Scout Motors"subsidiary, set to bring electric and range-extended SUVs and pickups to the…...
Uber to invest $100 million in robotaxi charging hubs across US cities
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (190+ words) The rideshare company is building high-capacity charging stations to support its autonomous vehicle expansion and robotaxi network. Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi Uber plans to spend more than $100 million to develop fast-charging stations for autonomous vehicles in key U.S. markets. The investment…...
Alpine Automotive Group acquires Len Lyall Chevrolet in Aurora, Colorado
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (318+ words) Colorado's largest woman- and minority-owned auto group expands its footprint with first Chevrolet dealership. (AURORA, Colo. " February 13, 2026) Alpine Automotive Group today announced it has acquired Len Lyall Chevrolet, a long-established Chevrolet dealership serving Aurora for decades. The dealership, located at…...
KBB report shows January new-vehicle ATP reaches an all-time high
2+ day, 13+ min ago (352+ words) The strength in pricing is primarily due to shifts in product mix rather than broad-based price increases. New-vehicle prices climbed to a record high for January as automakers pulled back on incentives and higher-priced trucks and SUVs continued to dominate…...
Ford targets $30,000 EV with new battery strategy
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (225+ words) Advanced technology, a smaller battery, and a lighter design will drive cost reductions, making next-gen EVs affordable and competitive against Chinese rivals. Ford Motor Co. is targeting a starting price of about $30,000 for its next-generation electric vehicle lineup by shrinking…...
Mercedes-Benz recalls EQB EVs for third time over battery fire risk
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (443+ words) Ashby Lincoln has spent over 7 years at CBT News, where he specializes in marketing and content strategy for the automotive industry. With a sharp eye for digital trends and a deep understanding of dealer communications, he helps shape compelling stories…...