Looking back on Chrysler 300’s run as a pop culture staple
The assembly plant for the car driven by Snoop Dogg and former President Barack Obama is being retooled to build EVs.
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Kia, Hyundai, Genesis, VW, Ford and Audi dealerships sell across 4 states
A pair of Canadian auto retailers, as well as two large Midwest dealership groups, expanded with deals across Michigan, Ohio, Texas and New York.
Aston Martin shows DB12 convertible at Monterey Car Week
Aston Martin is adding a convertible version of the DB12, the Volante, late this year. The price is expected to be around $265,000.
GM working to increase production of EVs
After production of some EVs got off to a slow start, GM expects to move faster as a second battery plant comes online and supply snags are resolved.
Hyundai makes $55 million deal to put its name on Georgia Tech football field
Hyundai, which is building a $5.5 billion EV and battery plant near Savannah, will have its name on Georgia Tech’s field for the next 20 years.
The latest numbers on the microchip shortage: Chip supply crimps N. America
Automakers cut 49,330 vehicles from production plans at their North American factories this week because of the microchip shortage.
Texas dealer who beat cancer gives $25M to help others do same
Fox is helping his hometown of El Paso get its own comprehensive cancer center with a donation to Texas Tech University.
Hyundai, Genesis and Kia EVs are U.S. bound
Hyundai, Genesis and Kia continue to invest in localizing their electric vehicles in North America while still battling for market share for crossovers and affordable sedans.
GM to eliminate 200 engineering positions in effort to reduce complexity
A GM spokesperson said “we will work with those who are affected and provide them with an opportunity to apply for open positions.”
18 Emerging Technologies
A look at auto industry innovations, trends and ideas that could play a greater role in future vehicles.