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2025 Trends: Car Prices Remain Stubbornly High in New Year and Potential Tariffs Could Add Pressure, But Shoppers May Find Silver Lining in New Affordable Inventory, According to Cars.com

2025 Trends: Car Prices Remain Stubbornly High in New Year and Potential Tariffs Could Add Pressure, But Shoppers May Find Silver Lining in New Affordable Inventory, According to Cars.com

New year brings tightening used-car supply, a shifting definition of "American-made," and new strategies for electric cars CHICAGO, Dec. 17, 2024 -- Cars.com Inc. (d/b/a "Cars Commerce Inc."), an audience-driven technology company powering automotive, today released its 2025 Automotive Trends. ... Continue reading

OFFICIAL DETAILED NHTSA WEEKLY RECALLS SUMMARY - December 16, 2024

OFFICIAL DETAILED NHTSA WEEKLY RECALLS SUMMARY - December 16, 2024

The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading

2024 Fiat 500e Chicago Car Guy Review

2024 Fiat 500e Chicago Car Guy Review

2024 Fiat 500e Affordable, all-electric city car By Larry Nutson Chicago Bureau Chief The Auto Channel The first half of 2024 is behind us. The U.S. new-car market lost some momentum in the second quarter as affordability, elevated prices and higher borrowing costs continued to weigh on consumers. ... Continue reading

Teamsters Speak Up About Unsafe Autonomous Vehicle Development

Teamsters Speak Up About Unsafe Autonomous Vehicle Development

Teamsters Push for Good Jobs, Safe Streets While AVs Continue to Wreak Havoc on Public Roads In response to news that General Motors (GM) will halt funding for its Autonomous Vehicle (AV) subsidiary Cruise, Peter Finn, Teamsters Western Region International Vice President and President of Teamsters Joint Council 7, rel ... Continue reading

Hongqi News On The Auto Channel

Hongqi News On The Auto Channel

Hongqi News On The Auto Channel CHANGCHUN, China Dec. 13, 2024 ; At the 22nd Auto Guangzhou 2024, HONGQI, the "World's New Luxury" automotive brand, proudly unveiled its latest creation—the Guoya. Featuring a design that blends tradition and modernity, meticulous craftsmanship, and powerful performance, the ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrapup December 8-14, 2024

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrapup December 8-14, 2024

Auto Central; Louisville, Kentucky, December 15, 2024; Every Sunday Larry Nutson, The Chicago Car Guy and Auto Channel Executive Producer, with able assistance from senior Detroit editor Thom Cannell from The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau, compile The Auto Channel's ... Continue reading

2024 Nissan Armada Prices

2024 Nissan Armada Prices

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Offering an impressive maximum towing capacity of up to 8,500 pounds1, family-friendly spaciousness and the largest standard infotainment screen in its class2, the 2024 Nissan Armada is on sale now with a starting Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)3 of $55,450. ... Continue reading

CES 2025: Pebble Unveils Production-Intent Pebble Flow Travel Trailer

CES 2025: Pebble Unveils Production-Intent Pebble Flow Travel Trailer

Pebble, a California-based startup redefining the way we live, work, and explore from anywhere, will debut the production-intent design of its flagship product, the Pebble Flow, at CES 2025. This all-electric travel trailer simplifies the challenges of RVing, combining advanced automotive technology with thoughtful des ... Continue reading

Top Car Shopping Trends of 2024 and A 2025 Look Ahead

Top Car Shopping Trends of 2024 and A 2025 Look Ahead

Examines 2024 Auto Market Influences and Expectations for 2025 Following a Year Defined by Affordability* Looming tariffs, questions on the future of electric vehicle tax credits, and ongoing affordability pressures stand to influence new and used pricing and demand ... Continue reading

Nissan Story: 2025 Rogue

Nissan Story: 2025 Rogue

The Nissan Rogue debuted in 2007 as a 2008 model, introducing innovative features that redefined expectations for small SUVs. Unlike most small SUVs on the market at the time, Rogue was based on a unibody platform, allowing for driving dynamics more like a sedan than a body-on-frame SUV. ... Continue reading

IBM Study Shows Future Cars To Be Software-defined Vehicles (SDVs)

IBM Study Shows Future Cars To Be Software-defined Vehicles (SDVs)

ARMONK, N.Y., Dec. 12, 2024 -- The IBM Institute for Business Value today published its latest 'Automotive 2035' study which reveals an industry grappling with an erratic transition away from current products and business models. ... Continue reading

U POWER Pioneers the Industry with the Launch of Autonomous Unmanned Battery Swapping Logistics Vehicles

U POWER Pioneers the Industry with the Launch of Autonomous Unmanned Battery Swapping Logistics Vehicles

SHANGHAI, Dec. 11, 2024 -- U Power Limited (the "Company" or "U Power"), a comprehensive EV battery power solution provider in China, announced today that the AI technology-based autonomous unmanned battery swapping logistics vehicle has been launched and has undergone road testing. ... Continue reading

5 Common Engine Light Problems and Solutions to Avoid High Costs

5 Common Engine Light Problems and Solutions to Avoid High Costs

With vehicle maintenance costs increasing by 7% in the first half of 2024 (Automotive Fleet), drivers are feeling the financial pressure more than ever. Ignoring common engine light warnings can lead to breakdowns, turning small issues into costly repairs. ... Continue reading

From Synthetic Humans to Invisible Experiences - Globant Releases 2025 Tech Trends Report

From Synthetic Humans to Invisible Experiences - Globant Releases 2025 Tech Trends Report

The yearly report explores crucial sectors expected to experience substantial transformations in the near future. These developments signify a move toward a reality where technology is more user-friendly, compassionate, and integrated into everyday life. ... Continue reading

Stellantis and CATL to Invest Up to €4.1 Billion in Joint Venture for Large-Scale LFP Battery Plant in Spain

Stellantis and CATL to Invest Up to €4.1 Billion in Joint Venture for Large-Scale LFP Battery Plant in Spain

NINGDE, China, Dec. 10, 2024 -- Stellantis and CATL today announced they have reached an agreement to invest up to €4.1 billion to form a joint venture that will build a large-scale European lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery plant in Zaragoza, Spain. ... Continue reading

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