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Automotive News examines how the outcome of Election Day could affect electric vehicle policy and trade policy for the auto industry.

Audi may receive tariff relief tied to a potential Georgia plant, while GM is paying $220 million over its handling of driver data.

President Trump has chosen to pursue trade negotiations rather than impose tariffs on robotics and industrial machinery imports.

Volkswagen Group is increasing its reliance on the U.S. market, highlighted by plans for an Audi plant in Georgia.

Audi is pursuing reduced U.S. tariffs through a possible relief program for automakers making major domestic manufacturing investments, as plans for a Georgia factory progress.

Following New York City's ban on horse-drawn carriages in Central Park, one carriage driver is proposing to replace them with electric vehicles.

The U.S. has reportedly promised Audi tariff relief in connection with a planned manufacturing plant in Georgia, according to unnamed sources.

The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged even as inflation picked up pace.

A South Korean worker has filed a lawsuit against LG Energy Solution related to an alleged explosion at its Michigan plant.

Johan de Nysschen explains Audi's reasoning for building its own U.S. plant rather than partnering with Volkswagen Group sibling brands.

A $5 billion federally funded electric school bus program has seen hundreds of buses delayed and some never delivered, with a major manufacturer facing trouble.

An Automotive News opinion piece says Audi's planned Georgia plant lacks details and raises questions related to tariffs.

Audi has reportedly selected Georgia as the location for a manufacturing plant in the United States, according to Automotive News' First Shift briefing.

Volvo is confronting a profitability crisis in the U.S. market driven by tariffs and weakening demand for its vehicles.

Audi is weighing a U.S. factory plan that would benefit President Trump politically while creating complications for parent company Volkswagen.

Audi plans to invest $4 billion to build its first manufacturing plant in the United States, to be located in Georgia.

Audi plans a $4.2 billion investment in its first U.S. factory, located in Georgia, with annual capacity of up to 200,000 vehicles.

The U.S. economy expanded 2.2% in the second quarter, above an earlier 1.5% estimate, as consumer spending increased.

Audi concluded a multi-year search for a U.S. manufacturing plant location by selecting a site in Georgia.

Audi plans a $4 billion investment in an assembly plant in Georgia that will produce SUVs.

CBT News examines a federal law passed by Congress that moves toward requiring vehicle technology capable of affecting whether drivers can operate their cars.

General Motors is giving a $500,000 grant to the American Federation of Teachers Educational Foundation to launch Manufacturing Futures, part of its $50 million Michigan commitment.

Automotive News' First Shift briefing reports concerns that a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration rule could lead automakers to move production overseas.

Automotive News publishes data on U.S. brand loyalty rates by vehicle make as of July 2026.

A Chinese battery manufacturer has reached a settlement in a dispute over a failed $2.4 billion factory project in Michigan.

An industry source reports concerns that a NHTSA fuel economy (CAFE) rule could encourage automakers to move vehicle production overseas.

NHTSA finalized revised fuel economy standards targeting a 34.9 mpg fleet average by 2031, down from roughly 50 mpg under prior rules.

An Automotive News opinion column argues that available data show President Trump's tariffs are failing to achieve their intended results.

Florida police say a dealership employee involved in a fatal hit-and-run attempted to have the damaged vehicle repaired at the dealership where they worked.

Automotive News publishes U.S. used vehicle registration figures for August 2026 and the year to date.

The Trump administration has recruited experienced Detroit auto industry executives to help address problems in the U.S. defense industry.

Automotive News examines how Democratic gains in the midterm elections could bring increased congressional scrutiny of the Trump administration's trade policies affecting the auto industry.

Automotive News examines how a potential Democratic midterm election victory could affect auto trade policy and electric vehicles.

A Philadelphia man has been convicted for his role in a $2 million theft from a New Jersey auto dealership that occurred on July 4.

Automotive News published U.S. light-truck sales figures for the third quarter and year-to-date 2026.

Automotive News reports U.S. new-vehicle sales figures for the third quarter and year-to-date period of 2026.

CBT News article criticizes federal regulators over bright vehicle headlights, particularly on SUVs, that are blinding oncoming drivers at night.

NHTSA is reviewing a petition alleging Tesla robotaxis sped through active school zones, as the agency considers whether to open a formal investigation.

United Auto Workers members reelected Shawn Fain as union president, with lucrative contracts outweighing controversies during his tenure.

U.S. electric vehicle sales grew 7.7% from the second quarter to 266,630 units in Q3, reaching 6.5% of new-vehicle sales.

Automotive News publishes a data table of U.S. vehicle sales broken down by make for the third quarter and year-to-date 2026.

UAW President Shawn Fain has claimed reelection, receiving about 68% of the vote according to preliminary tallies.

Automotive News' First Shift briefing covers the Trump administration's rollback of fuel economy and emissions standards.

Automotive News publishes data on U.S. new car and light-truck inventory levels as of October 1, 2027.

Payless, a used-car dealer in Alaska, agreed to pay more than $500,000 to resolve the state attorney general's case over undisclosed document fees.

A part-time adjunct faculty position teaching automotive technology has been posted in Dayton, Ohio.

Ram outsold Jeep in the third quarter to become Stellantis' largest U.S. brand, while the automaker's run of U.S. sales increases came to an end.

General Motors reported its fourth consecutive quarterly drop in U.S. sales, with electric vehicle sales also declining.

U.S. auto sales rose in September on Labor Day deals and hybrid demand but fell for the third quarter, with Asian automakers gaining and Detroit 3 losing share.

The city of Boston has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration after it rescinded a $20 million grant tied to the city's plan to install EV chargers.

The president of the National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers discusses how elections may affect DEI policies and the possibility of Chinese vehicles entering the U.S. market.

Executives from Ford, GM, Hyundai and Mercedes-Benz cautioned against letting Chinese automakers enter the U.S. market, with one describing the prospect as a 'D-Day' moment.

Senator Bernie Moreno stated that proposed legislation targeting Chinese vehicles would not result in Mercedes-Benz being barred from the U.S. market.

Hyundai CEO Jose Muñoz says the company will invest about $500 million in Alabama to produce the Tucson hybrid, new engines, and extended-range EV powertrains.

A job listing seeks a general sales manager for a position located in Miami, Florida, posted through Automotive News.

Volkswagen has begun production of the 2027 Atlas at its Tennessee plant as the automaker faces difficulties in the U.S. and broader global challenges.