Feb. 26, 2026 | No profit sharing for Stellantis UAW workers; Will companies get tariff refunds?
Stellantis UAW workers won’t receive profit-sharing checks for the first time since 2011 after the automaker posted losses in North America. Lear scores historic Super Duty seating win from Forvia. Pl...
26 Helmi 21min
Feb. 25, 2026 | Nissan's dual Pathfinder bet; Why Chinese automakers face a U.S. brick wall
Nissan plans to sell two distinct Pathfinders starting mid-2029, mirroring Toyota’s utility vehicle strategy. Nissan, Stellantis and Mercedes invest in UK self-driving startup Wayve. Plus, Automotive ...
25 Helmi 21min
Feb. 24, 2026 | What you need to know about latest tariff chaos; Canada's trade warning
Automotive News’ John Irwin explains everything you need to know about the latest tariff and trade developments and what they mean for the auto industry. Experts say Canada’s auto industry must remain...
24 Helmi 25min
Feb. 23, 2026 | Auto industry gets reprieve from new tariffs; AlixPartners' Dan Hearsch
President Donald Trump issues new 15 percent global tariff but exempts vehicles and auto parts. Stellantis prepares to report its first annual loss driven by €22 billion ($25.9 billon) in write-downs....
23 Helmi 13min
Bonus Episode: Tekion CEO Jay Vijayan on profitability plans and ROI transparency
In the second half of his interview with Automotive News Retail Tech Reporter Mark Hollmer, Tekion CEO Jay Vijayan discusses the company’s path to profitability in 2026, why Tekion isn’t rushing to go...
22 Helmi 6min
Feb. 21, 2026 | Weekend Drive: Will auto companies get tariff refunds after SCOTUS ruling?
Automotive News’ Larry P. Vellequette and Automotive News Canada’s Greg Layson discuss the U.S. Supreme Court ruling striking down many of Trump’s tariffs, steep price increases on Canadian and Japane...
21 Helmi 31min
Feb. 20, 2026 | SCOTUS strikes down Trump tariffs; understanding IRS negative equity decision
Automotive News reporter John Irwin discusses the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down many Trump tariffs as unconstitutional, and what happens next for the billions paid by the auto industry. Volk...
20 Helmi 22min
Feb. 19, 2026 | Tekion CEO Jay Vijayan on AI security; Auto execs anxious about job security
Tekion CEO Jay Vijayan discusses the company’s growth to 3,000 rooftops and why he says artificial intelligence security is becoming more critical than ever. Auto executives report more job security a...
19 Helmi 22min
