Sept. 19, 2026 | Weekend Drive: The V-8 comeback; Stellantis’ Brampton dilemma
Michael Martinez and Greg Layson break down the return of the V-8 at two Detroit automakers, Stellantis losing interest in its idled Brampton plant and Canada’s push toward a new partnership with the ...
19 Sep 23min
Sept. 18, 2026 | Fed’s rate hike another hit to affordability; AI models show pedestrian bias
The Fed’s new rate hike further complicates efforts to address the vehicle affordability crisis. Hyundai’s CEO warns Washington about China. Plus, a new study finds self-driving artificial intelligenc...
18 Sep 21min
Sept. 17, 2026 | Stellantis: No business case to keep Brampton plant; Geely’s Zack Zhang
Stellantis says there’s no business case to keep its Brampton plant. The Fed raises interest rates for the first time in three years. Plus, Geely’s Zack Zhang on the E2’s European debut.
17 Sep 20min
Sept. 16, 2026 | GM's next CarPlay play; AN Rising Stars talk AI, EVs and affordability
General Motors brings back CarPlay to gasoline-powered pickups. The Federal Trade Commission releases new guidance on dealer price advertising. Plus, three Automotive News Rising Stars talk about arti...
16 Sep 18min
Sept. 15, 2026 | Ford freshens F-150 for 2027; Toyota’s Kenta Kon (Part 2)
Ford refreshes the F-150 for 2027 with more V-8 availability and hands-free towing. Stellantis eyes a Ram production shift. Plus, part two of our exclusive interview with Toyota CEO Kenta Kon.
15 Sep 23min
Sept. 14, 2026 | Toyota CEO Kenta Kon’s first international media interview (Part 1)
Toyota CEO Kenta Kon speaks with Automotive News in his first international media interview since taking the helm. Plus, Hyundai delays driver-assist software, Tesla teases the Roadster, and Chinese a...
14 Sep 26min
Sept. 12, 2026 | Weekend Drive: Ford’s Kentucky Truck Plant bet; VW eyes U.S. trucks
Ford counters Washington with a billion-dollar move. Plus, a look at Volkswagen’s truck ambitions and China’s opportunity amid the U.S.-Canada trade war.
12 Sep 25min
Sept. 11, 2026 | Ford bets $1 billion on Kentucky Truck Plant; Bozard Ford’s Ed Roberts
Ford drops a billion dollars on its most profitable plant just days after a broadside from the Trump administration. Plus, Bozard Ford COO Ed Roberts talks about his mobile service success.
11 Sep 18min
