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 […]
Leapmotor Debuts D99 MPV, D19 SUV Set for April 2026 Launch
Stellantis’ Chinese partner just unveiled a minivan with 310 miles of electric range and the largest hybrid battery ever fitted to an MPV. Meanwhile, American families are stuck with a Pacifica offering 32 miles.The Leapmotor D99 was revealed during the company’s 10th anniversary celebration in late December, marking the Chinese automaker’s entry into the premium […]
The Electric Minivan Dodge Needs Already Exists – Just Not Here
Stellantis owns a stake in Leapmotor, which just unveiled a minivan with 310 miles of electric range. Meanwhile, American families are stuck with a Pacifica offering 32 miles.The Leapmotor D99 was revealed during the company’s 10th anniversary celebration in late December, marking the Chinese automaker’s entry into the premium electric minivan segment. The vehicle launches […]
Leapmotor D99: Stellantis-Backed Electric Minivan With 447-Mile Range That Won’t Come to America
If you want to understand just how far behind American automakers have fallen in the electrified minivan segment, look no further than the Leapmotor D99. Unveiled at the Chinese brand’s 10th anniversary celebration, this electric people-mover offers something no American family can currently buy: a plug-in hybrid minivan with over 300 miles of pure electric […]
Stellantis Brings Back V-8 Ram TRX Pickup for 2027 With Price Over $100000
Stellantis is bringing back its V-8-powered Ram TRX pickup truck for the 2027 model year. The truck will arrive in late 2026 with a starting price above $100,000. This move reflects the easing of federal emissions regulations and the company’s effort to revive U.S. sales. The TRX aims to attract buyers to Ram and maintain […]