March 4, 2026 | Does Toyota need a sixth U.S. plant?; More VW dealers sue Scout
Automotive News’ Larry P. Vellequette explains why he thinks Toyota may be considering a sixth U.S. assembly plant to build a compact pickup and meet surging demand. Two more Volkswagen dealers are su...
4 Mars 25min
March 3, 2026 | Iran conflict: What the auto industry needs to know
The conflict with Iran has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, threatening oil supplies and raising recession fears. AlixPartners’ Dan Hearsch and Hart Energy’s Darren Barbee break down what the ...
3 Mars 22min
March 2, 2026 | Honda revives reverse-import strategy; Lei Xing says Chinese EV threat ‘overblown’
Honda will export U.S.-built models to Japan for the first time in nearly four decades, reviving a reverse-import strategy amid streamlined rules and trade-balance pressures. European auto suppliers f...
2 Mars 18min
Feb. 28, 2026 | Weekend Drive: Stellantis profit-sharing woes, Nissan’s Pathfinder gamble
Automotive News’ Larry P. Vellequette and Michael Martinez discuss Stellantis UAW workers losing profit-sharing checks while General Motors and Ford Motor Co. workers see payouts drop. They also weigh...
28 Feb 31min
Feb. 27, 2026 | Software woes persist; BMW’s humanoid robot expansion
Software problems continue to plague automakers as J.D. Power finds infotainment remains the least reliable vehicle component. BMW’s humanoid robots move past the pilot stage. Plus, Widewail’s Cuyler ...
27 Feb 20min
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 Feb 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 Feb 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 Feb 25min
