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In our opinion: Tariffs are cause, rising auto prices are effect

Call it the first fruits of bad policy: On April 14, the average marketed price for a new automobile in the U.S. topped $50,000 for the first time since Dec. 7.

VW readies hybrids for U.S. lineup but not plug-ins

Volkswagen’s U.S. lineup hasn’t had a hybrid since 2016, but that is set to change.

Volkswagen to present in-house automated driving system for China

Volkswagen’s CARIZON, a joint venture between its software subsidiary Cariad and China’s Horizon Robotics, has developed the carmaker’s first in-house automated driving system.

Auto brands in Canada holding off on tariff-era price hikes, but signal that won’t last

Canadian countertariffs on U.S.-made vehicles are widely expected to raise new-car prices in Canada. In the first quarter of 2025, 41 per cent of vehicles sold in Canada came from the United States.

Steady sales will mitigate impact of tariffs on Kia, COO says

Steady demand for Kia vehicles and modest incentive spending will help Kia absorb some of the potential costs associated with tariffs.

GM supplier litigation over tariff costs highlights vulnerability in global parts network

In litigation that appears headed for settlement, a GM supplier of exterior trim products sued a Chinese parts maker for refusing to ship until the buyer agreed to pay tariff costs.

China bans ‘smart’ and ‘autonomous’ terms from vehicle ads after Xiaomi crash

The rule is part of a push to tighten safety regulations after a fatal crash involving a Xiaomi car in which the driver had been using an advanced driving assistance system (ADAS).

MG CyberX SUV is designed to attract younger buyers to brand

MG said its CyberX SUV will be pitched as a young customer’s “first toy for urban adventures.”

European sales rose 3% in March, as EVs, plug-in hybrids and Chinese brands surge

Sales of battery-electric vehicles were up 24 percent for the month; plug-in hybrid sales increased by 20 percent, and Chinese automakers MG, BYD and Chery had impressive gains.

Daily 5 report for April 16: The big surprise story from the New York auto show

Led by Subaru and Hyundai Motor Group, the 2025 show from the Big Apple reminded some of us that an auto show can still generate plenty of news.

VW to bolster redesigned Tiguan lineup with range-topping SEL R-Line Turbo

Volkswagen's Tiguan crossover will quickly gain a more powerful variant for the 2026 model year.

Ford tells dealers it might raise prices in May if tariffs continue

A memo to dealers said Ford was still working to understand the policy's effects but believes “certain tariffs are likely to remain in place for at least some time.”

VW guarantees current U.S. vehicle pricing through May as tariffs sow confusion

VW Group of America CEO Kjell Gruner said the move is a way for the brand to protect consumers and dealers.

Ford’s China business made $900 million last year

Ford’s China business, including exports from the country, made $900 million in earnings before interest and taxes last year.

Dealerships adopt ‘business as usual’ mindset amid tariff uncertainty

Trump's 25 percent auto tariffs have spurred a broad range of reactions from automakers, leaving dealers to handle the changes.

Genesis unwraps brand-boosting adventure concept, hypercar prototype

Genesis debuted a sleek adventuring vehicle concept and a prototype of its Magma hypercar ahead of the 2025 New York auto show.

2026 Subaru Outback is rougher, buffer on the outside, more refined inside

Redesigned for the 2026 model year, the seventh-generation Subaru Outback sheds its wagon-like exterior in favor of a boxy appearance with a slightly wider stance that suggests it’s built for brawn and practicality.

2026 Hyundai Palisade gets bigger, badder with new hybrid engine, XRT Pro model

Hyundai's redesigned 2026 Palisade has more space, better range and two new powertrains, including a hybrid. It also adds a more capable XRT Pro to the lineup.

Lucid interim CEO: We’re no longer a ‘sedan brand’ with Gravity crossover launch

Interim CEO Marc Winterhoff said Lucid's U.S. factory will help with tariff headwinds, but the EV maker is not immune from potential negative effects.

Kia betting big on small cars with EV4 sedan, K4 hatchback

Kia's 2026 EV4 compact car and K4 hatchback will add new entry points to the brand's existing electric and gasoline-powered lineups.

2026 Subaru Trailseeker to bring Outback-sized off-road chops as brand’s second EV

Subaru will introduce a second EV to its U.S. lineup next year with the 2026 Trailseeker, an Outback-sized two-row crossover.

2026 Subaru Solterra EV gets longer range, more power and other upgrades as competition heats up

Three years after its debut, Subaru’s first electric vehicle is getting a host of significant powertrain, performance, in-cabin technology and design upgrades intended to make it more competitive in compact crossover segment.

Lyft to buy Uber rival FreeNow from BMW, Mercedes in European expansion

The acquisition of FreeNow will open doors to major European cities as Lyft comes under pressure from rival Uber in its home North American market.

Renault Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard to leave Nissan board

Jean-Dominique Senard and another Renault representative, Pierre Fleuriot, will resign from Nissan’s board and the French automaker will appoint replacements for both. The new appointees will get a say in key decision-making at Nissan.

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