WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump hit back at Tesla Inc. CEO Elon Musk over his criticism of Republicans' massive budget proposal, suggesting the tech mogul is primarily upset over provisions that slash government support for electric vehicles.

"Elon is upset because we took the EV mandate ... which was a lot of money for electric vehicles,...Read more

Electric truck maker Bollinger Motors Inc. will live on after it emerged from receivership this week with a new CEO and ownership structure.

A federal judge early last month had ordered the Oak Park, Michigan-based company to be overseen by the independent third party amid recent financial woes that had halted production and were affecting its ...Read more

DETROIT — There was a tour back through Chrysler's 100-year history Wednesday on Belle Isle.

The storied carmaker started by Walter P. Chrysler on June 6, 1925, celebrated its century-long run by showing off stately old New Yorkers and 300s, the sleek Airflow and revolutionary Turbine Car, and old and new concept vehicles, including the brand...Read more

FARMINGTON HILLS, Michigan — Bank of America's annual "Car Wars" report forecasts a "rough ride" for the U.S. industry in the next couple of years because of low model replacement rates and struggling electric vehicle growth.

The annual study led by analyst John Murphy predicts automaker performance in the U.S. market by looking at product ...Read more

In May, electric vehicle maker Tesla (TSLA) posted a huge sales decline in many European countries, continuing a string of monthly shortfalls since January that have drawn significant attention. But management hopes that a refreshed Model Y, the company’s top-selling vehicle, will help sales rebound. And while Tesla has seen a lot of negative ...Read more

Ford Motor Co.'s U.S. sales increased 16.3% last month year-over-year, making for the Dearborn automaker's best May since 2019.

The company is offering thousands of dollars in discounts per vehicle as a part of its offering of "A Plan" discounts typically reserved for employees to its customers through the July 4 weekend. It comes in response ...Read more

Q: In response to a recent question, you indicated that automobile displays of speed limits are GPS mediated. While that may be true, an SUV we had would consistently read an exit ramp speed sign on Minnesota Route 62 at 169 mph. Even more interesting, the car would decelerate as we passed a County 50 road sign.

P.H., Edina, Minnesota

A: Yeah,...Read more

In a world where car design is increasingly held hostage by angry, dissonant design language, Aston Martin is an abiding reminder that the finest cars are timelessly beautiful, exquisitely crafted and intelligently engineered. The thought occurred as I approached this week’s test car, a 2026 Aston Martin Vantage Roadster sheathed in carbon-...Read more

Needing no introduction, Toyota has done one heck of a job recently in the SUV and truck market. Providing an array of vehicles to consumers has been its strong suit, along with unmatched reliability, dependability and usability. With GMC and other manufacturers expanding their off-road lineups, the 2025 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter is a strong ...Read more

At a time of great uncertainty for the automotive industry, one thing is certain: Bill Ford, executive chairman of Ford Motor Co., says he plans to stay in his role for "a while."

"Everybody has a sell-by date," Ford told reporters after a panel at the Detroit Regional Chamber's Mackinac Policy Conference. "But I also feel like, in many ways, I...Read more

FRANKLIN, Michigan — With its raccoon-like black details, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT is instantly recognizable as a new, 2025 off-road trim for the brand’s electric hatchback. It sports a black mask, black wheels, black wheel arches etched with “digital camouflage” graphic, and black mirrors. XRT for Xtra Raccoon Trim.

But what many ...Read more

WASHINGTON — The pullback on Biden-era tax credits in the budget passed by the Republican-controlled U.S. House could stunt the growth of the nation's still-fledgling electric vehicle industry and create ripple effects throughout the global autos market, clean energy advocates warn.

"Anybody who claims to be concerned about Chinese dominance ...Read more

Stellantis NV said Wednesday that Antonio Filosa, who currently oversees the Americas for the automaker, will serve as the company's next chief executive officer.

The internal hire of Filosa, a 25-year veteran of the company, was announced early Wednesday morning and ends a six-month-long search for a new CEO after Carlos Tavares resigned ...Read more

President Donald Trump's trade war with China underscores the importance of a reliable supply chain for the automotive industry of rare-earth minerals and magnets made from them that are necessary for parts from electric vehicle motors to windshield wipers and anti-lock braking systems.

Rare earths describe 17 metallic elements with properties ...Read more

General Motors Co. is pouring $888 million into a plant near Buffalo, New York, to make V-8 engines used in full-size SUVs and trucks, the company said Tuesday.

The capital infusion into Tonawanda Propulsion will pay for new machinery, equipment, tools and renovations as the plant gears up to start making the next generation of V-8 engines in ...Read more

A Republican-backed tax and spending bill passed by the U.S. House on Thursday aims to roll back federal clean energy incentives — a move critics warn could raise costs for consumers and derail investments in Georgia’s burgeoning electric vehicle and battery industry.

The GOP bill, backed by President Donald Trump, targets provisions in ...Read more

Q: We have a 2022 Lincoln Corsair that we purchased last May. We will be driving from Virginia to Cape Cod on a 10- or 12-day venture soon. My wife thinks it would be a good idea to rent a car for the trip rather than putting the wear and tear on our own vehicle. It is an opportunity to try other cars, maybe a hybrid, but it seems that the ...Read more

While automakers continue to offer larger and larger vehicles, Lexus has no problem touting its ever-popular LX. The long-lasting success of the big-fleet Lexus models needs no introduction and has been around for years.

This week we're testing the 2025 Lexus LX700h Overtrail. Wrapped in Nori Green Pearl, the seven-seater off-road powerhouse ...Read more

PALMAS DEL MAR, Puerto Rico — Among my earliest memories of driving was riding my Honda Z50s mini-bike along backwoods trails at 11 years old. These bikes were easy for a novice to handle and incredibly fun to ride. They withstood anything us neophyte drivers could dish out. Fast forward a few decades and you have to wonder why, given Honda’...Read more

Gov. Tim Walz has gloated publicly about Tesla’s business troubles in his political spat with Elon Musk, once even saying he got “a little boost” from the company’s falling stock price. No automaker, however, has been more important for Walz’s goal to convince Minnesotans to buy electric vehicles.

Though still modest, the EV market ...Read more