Author: News Desk

General Motors on Monday confirmed that it will shut down its IT Innovation Center in Georgia, resulting in the loss of 300 jobs. The majority of the 900 positions at the site were focused on IT support—roles that many companies are scaling back due to technological progress. Some affected employees may be given the option to work remotely or relocate to one of GM’s other IT hubs, located in Austin, Texas; Mountain View, California; Seattle; Toronto; or Warren, Michigan. The decision follows GM’s recent layoffs of over 200 workers at its Warren Technical Center. The company also began its yearly…

Leapmotor plans to broaden its lineup next year by introducing an extended-range electric version (EREV) of its compact B10 SUV. The company says this addition will help bridge the transition between petrol-powered and fully electric models as it expands globally. During the B10’s international launch in France, Francesco Giacalone, Global Head of Brand Strategy, Product, and Marketing at Leapmotor International, confirmed that the B10 will feature a range-extender powertrain starting in 2026. He explained that the move was influenced by the strong performance of the C10 mid-size SUV, which is available in both EV and EREV options. In China, about…

Audi is currently trialing a new entry-level EV that will serve as an indirect successor to the outgoing A1 and Q2 models, which are scheduled for discontinuation next year. This upcoming EV will be Audi’s smallest model and is expected to compete with the BMW iX1 and the next-generation Mercedes-Benz GLA EV. According to Autocar, the upcoming EV resembles a more compact Q4 E-tron while drawing design inspiration from the 1999–2005 A2. Since this EV isn’t intended to directly replace any current model, Audi may introduce a new nameplate for it—potentially reviving the long-unused A2 badge. While Audi CEO Gernot…

German sports car manufacturer Porsche reported a third-quarter loss nearing one billion euros on Friday, attributing the setback to expenses linked with shifting back to petrol-powered models and postponing its electric vehicle (EV) rollout. Porsche’s latest projections reveal a 99% drop in operating profit compared to the previous year, with only €40 million recorded in the first three quarters of 2025, down from €403.5 million during the same period in 2024. The company’s global sales revenue also declined by €1.7 billion, while vehicle deliveries fell by 13,000 units, representing a 6% decrease year-on-year. “This year’s results reflect the impact of…

Lucid Motors has introduced its first discounts for the new Gravity SUV, offering a $3,000 discount off the price for a limited time. The company also revealed that a more budget-friendly variant will soon be available. After facing production setbacks earlier this year due to a magnet shortage, Lucid is now recovering and preparing for a significant scale-up, with the Gravity expected to dominate its manufacturing and delivery output in the latter half of the year. As Lucid accelerates its sales efforts, the company has introduced some of its first discounts for the Gravity SUV. According to a report by…

Rivian has agreed to a $250 million settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit brought by shareholders following the company’s abrupt price increases on its R1 pickup truck and SUV in 2022. The lawsuit claimed that Rivian provided inaccurate information and figures in its regulatory filings ahead of its 2021 IPO, misrepresenting the actual costs involved in producing the R1 EVs. Although Rivian agreed to the settlement, the company stated that it “denies the allegations in the suit and maintains that this agreement to settle is not an admission of fault or wrongdoing.” The settlement is pending approval from a…

Mazda Motor has deepened its collaboration with Nippon Steel, integrating their joint efforts into the latest MAZDA CX-5 crossover. The move is said to have streamlined procurement, cut down transportation expenses and CO₂ emissions, minimized supply chain inventory, and indirect savings in production costs. The collaboration supports Mazda’s 2030 Management Policy, which emphasizes reducing costs and strengthening the supply chain. “Through its co-creation activities with Mazda, Nippon Steel is promoting collaboration not only in the development of steel products, but also in a wide range of areas, including design, processing, and mass production processes.” Nippon Steel executive vice president Takashi…

The Canadian government declared on Thursday that the country is restricting the number of vehicles Stellantis and General Motors can bring in without tariffs, after the companies’ decisions to halt certain manufacturing operations in Canada, according to a report by the Associated Press citing a government official. The official stated that the automakers will no longer qualify for the full exemption from Canadian countertariff duties on vehicles and auto components. Earlier this month, Stellantis declared it would shift its planned Jeep Compass production from Canada to the United States, while General Motors revealed this week that it will cease manufacturing…

General Motors plans to introduce a range of advanced technologies in its vehicles by 2028, featuring eyes-off driving assistance, in-car artificial intelligence, and more. During the GM Forward event in New York on Wednesday, CEO Mary Barra and other executives unveiled the initiatives, emphasizing their vision to turn the car from just a means of transportation to a smart and interactive assistant. GM plans to launch the Level 3 hands-free, eyes-off highway driving feature in the Cadillac Escalade IQ in 2028. The automaker first led the way in hands-free driving with its Level 2 Super Cruise introduced in 2017, and…

Uber has renamed its ‘Uber Green’ service to ‘Uber Electric’ in the United States, reinforcing its commitment to boost electric vehicle rides. The company revealed that it has now more than 200,000 EV drivers worldwide and is rolling out fresh incentives and features for both passengers and drivers. As part of rebranding, Uber is also introducing several new EV-focused initiatives for both drivers and riders. For drivers, the company is rolling out its previously announced $4,000 ‘Go Electric’ grants to help them transition to electric vehicles—initially limited to New York City, California, Colorado, and Massachusetts. Nationwide, Uber drivers can also…