AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY

May 26 2025BUSINESS

Volvo's Big Changes: 3, 000 Jobs on the Line

Volvo Cars, a Swedish auto giant, is making some tough calls. They're planning to cut around 3, 000 jobs. This isn't a small thing. It's a big part of a major plan to save money. The company is owned by Geely Holding, a big player from China. This news came out after they announced a huge cost-cutting plan. We're talking 18 billion Swedish kronor, which is a lot of m...

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May 21 2025BUSINESS

Toyota's Big Move: RAV4 Goes Hybrid-Only in 2026

In a big shift, Toyota has announced that the 2026 RAV4 SUV will be available only as a hybrid or plug-in hybrid. This means no more traditional gas engines for this popular model. The change is part of a major redesign that includes updates to both the interior and exterior, as well as performance improvements. Toyota is betting big on hybrids, even as the industry ...

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May 19 2025BUSINESS

Pony. ai's Self-Driving Car Fire: What Went Wrong?

Self-driving technology is advancing rapidly. But it's not without its hiccups. Pony. ai, a Chinese company, recently had a scare. One of its robotaxis caught fire in Beijing. The good news is, no one was hurt. The bad news is, the cause of the fire is still a mystery. Pony. ai's cars are equipped with software that allows for remote monitoring. This feature c...

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May 11 2025CELEBRITIES

The Man Who Shaped American Roads

A legend in the world of car design has left his mark on history. William L. Porter, a name synonymous with iconic American vehicles from the late 1960s and early 1970s, passed away at the age of 93. His home in Whitmore Lake, Michigan, was where he took his last breath on April 25. The cause of his death remains unspecified, as shared by his son, Adam. Porter's inf...

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May 01 2025FINANCE

The Tariff Tightrope: GM's Financial Dance

The CEO of General Motors, Mary Barra, started her quarterly letter to investors with a nod to President Trump. She thanked him for his backing of the U. S. auto industry. However, she later revealed a significant issue: the company expects to face a financial hit of $4 billion to $5 billion due to Trump's tariffs. This situation shows the tricky path GM must walk. ...

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Apr 23 2025BUSINESS

Tesla's Financial Rollercoaster: The Price of Political Involvement

Tesla's first quarter of 2025 was a bumpy ride. The electric car giant managed to stay in the green, but it was a close call. The company's CEO, Elon Musk, has been heavily involved in politics, and this has taken a toll on Tesla's finances. A global trade war and an aging product lineup have also played a part in the company's struggles. The numbers tell a story. T...

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Apr 06 2025BUSINESS

Tariffs Trouble: Jaguar Land Rover Pauses U. S. Shipments

Car lovers in the U. S. might have to wait a bit longer for their new Jaguar or Land Rover. The British car giant has decided to hit the pause button on shipments to the U. S. for the entire month of April. Why? The company is trying to figure out how to handle the new tariffs that U. S. President Donald Trump has slapped on foreign cars. These tariffs add a hefty 25...

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Mar 25 2025BUSINESS

Hyundai's Big Bet on America: Jobs, Steel, and Tech

Hyundai is making a huge move in the United States. The South Korean company is planning to invest a massive 21 billion dollars in the US. This is a big deal, and it's not just about building cars. Hyundai is looking to create jobs, boost production, and dive into some cutting-edge technology. First off, let's talk jobs. Hyundai is planning to create 14, 000 full-t...

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Mar 25 2025TECHNOLOGY

Ice Driving: The Real Test for Electric Cars

In the heart of Sweden, a unique challenge awaits electric vehicles. The cold and icy conditions are the ultimate test for these cars. The weather can be tricky, even in the middle of winter. This is where Polestar, a company with Swedish roots, puts their electric vehicles to the test. They want to make sure their cars can handle the toughest conditions. The go...

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Mar 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Spark That Ignited Nvidia's Drive Toward Self-Driving Cars

Nvidia's CEO, Jensen Huang, took the stage at the GTC 2025 conference to share some big news and a bit of history. He talked about a moment that changed everything for Nvidia. It all started with AlexNet. This isn't a person, but a special type of AI model. It was created by Alex Krizhevsky, Ilya Sutskever, and Geoffrey Hinton. These three computer scientists ma...

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