Ford and Geely Explore Manufacturing and Technology Partnership Talks in 2026
Ford and Geely are reportedly exploring potential manufacturing and technology partnership talks in 2026, signaling a pragmatic shift in how global automakers approach scale, cost control, and electrification strategy. While no formal agreement has been announced, discussions are understood to involve collaboration in selected markets, platform sharing, and possible technology exchange. The talks reflect mounting […]
U.S. Auto Plants Adjust Shift Schedules Amid Demand Changes
The American auto industry has always moved in cycles. Boom years bring overtime and hiring sprees. Lean years bring layoffs and idled lines. But the current moment feels different to workers and managers alike. The shifts happening now aren’t just about selling more or fewer cars. They reflect deeper uncertainty about what kinds of vehicles […]
U.S. Automakers Quietly Scale Back EV Production Targets for 2026
The ambitious electric vehicle timelines set just a few years ago are getting a reality check. General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis have all dialed back their EV production targets for 2026, citing softer-than-expected demand, charging infrastructure gaps, and a shifting political landscape around federal incentives. The pivot signals a broader recalibration across Detroit. Not an […]
Ford Lands New O’Reilly Series Team for 2026 as Hettinger Racing Joins the Blue Oval
Ford may have lost a major player when Haas Factory Team announced its move to Chevrolet, but the Blue Oval is not walking into the 2026 NASCAR season empty handed. Enter Hettinger Racing, a new organization ready to fly the Ford flag in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series (formerly Xfinity Series) starting next season. This […]
Hyundai May Walk Away from Russian Plant Buyback Option
Hyundai of South Korea is not likely to buy back the car plant that it had previously bought in Russia. In 2024, the company sold the factory in St. Petersburg with a two-year buyback option, which expires in January 2026. No assurance of Hyundai that it will exercise the option is forthcoming as that deadline […]
Ford Appoints New President and CEO for Australia and New Zealand
Ford has confirmed a leadership change across Australia and New Zealand as part of its regional strategy. The company named a long-serving executive to guide operations during ongoing market shifts. The announcement sets a clear direction for Ford in two key automotive markets. It also reflects a structured leadership transition within the wider organisation. Ford […]
New 2024 Ford F-150: What’s The Buzz About It?
The 2024 Ford F-150 brings some important updates to America’s best-selling truck line. While the changes may not seem big, there are many new features that truck owners will love. The launch of the Ford F-150 Tremor was scheduled back in 2020, but it was later postponed because of the pandemic. If you’ve been following […]