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Ram 1500 Recall for Bad Tire Pressure Monitoring
Inaccurate indication of tire pressure may result in tire failure Continue reading
BMW Group Testing Hydrogen Combustion Engine Truck
BMW Group is testing a hydrogen combustion engine truck at Leipzig. Japanese vehicle makers appear to be leading in the use of hydrogen fuel Continue reading
September 2026 Light Vehicle Production Forecast So-So
As the Iran war continues with limited options for the Trump mis-administration, Mobility Global [Formerly GlobalData and a frequent associate with J.D. Power – AutoCrat.] notes that global auto industry is still surviving the fallout from the ongoing and expanding Iran War, with higher oil prices adding inflation pressure, disrupting supply chains. This, of course, increases the risk of extensive negative economic consequences for many countries, and people. Continue reading
Michigan Governor Whitmer Against Trump Tariffs in WSJ
“A strong economy requires a trade policy that works with our partners, brings supply chains home and makes life affordable,” wrote Governor Whitmer. “That’s why I recently called the president to relay how the ever-changing tariff policy is hurting Michigan businesses and families. We need to be smart and strategic about trade policy, and lower costs so we can bring back American manufacturing.” Continue reading
Ford Recalls 150,000 Mustangs for Sudden Drive Power Loss
“In affected vehicles, the engine compartment wiring harness ground eyelet terminals may experience fatigue fracture. Depending on which ground eyelet fractures, this condition may result in a loss of motive power, loss of right and/or left headlamps, loss of windshield washer fluid pump function, loss of air conditioning, and/or an inoperable engine cooling fan,” Ford said in the mandatory safety defect recall filing made public by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) this morning. Continue reading
Posted in auto news, manufacturing, quality, recalls, safety
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Stellantis SUSTAINera Expands Remanufactured Parts Line
“Within the SUSTAINera 4R strategy (Reman, Repair, Reuse, Recycle), Remanufacturing plays a central role, as it helps customers and repairers meet growing needs for affordable and sustainable aftermarket solutions with no compromise on quality. All the parts are restored to OEM specifications, with the same performance and warranty as genuine parts – while reducing environmental impact by saving up to 80% raw materials and enabling up to 40% of non-emitted CO2 compared to new parts, supporting a more resource-efficient approach to mobility,” Stellantis said in a release. Continue reading
Posted in aftermarket, auto news, environment, manufacturing, mobility company, shows and events, transportation
Tagged AutoInformed news, autoinformed.com, Automotive news and analysis, circular economy, EDC, eDCT, High Voltage Batteries, Ken Zino of AutoInformed.com writing as AutoCrat, MOPAR parts, Stellantis, SUSTAINera Remanufactured parts, Twitter now X @KenAutoinformed
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First Look – Lexus NX Compact Crossover Hybrid SUV
Lexus (NYSE: TM, 7203T) offered a world debut of an updated NX on September 1. The compact crossover hybrid model is scheduled to be introduced across global markets from the end of 2026. Presumably as a 2027 model. [However as with all global automakers, Lexus is subject to the tariff whims, resentments and revenge actions of the Trump Mis-Administration. The Lexus NX is made in Cambridge Ontario in Canada – AutoCrat.]* As of the end of July 2026, cumulative sales have reached approximately 1.9 Million units across more than 90 countries and regions, establishing the NX as a core model in the global Lexus SUV lineup. Continue reading
Posted in auto news, connected vehicles, fuel economy or emissions, global warming, manufacturing, marketing, mobility company, news analysis, shows and events
Tagged AutoInformed news, autoinformed.com, Automotive news and analysis, Ken Zino of AutoInformed, Ken Zino of AutoInformed.com writing as AutoCrat, Lexus NX Compact Crossover Hybrid SUV, Twitter now X @KenAutoinformed
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Trump-Conomics = Everybody Loses a U.S.-Canada Trade War
AutoInformed fully agrees with CAR and Abraham Lincoln. This is not a U.S. Government of the people, by the people and for the people. AutoInformed is against tariffs by tyrants or kings. Continue reading
Posted in auto news, AutoInformed Editorial, economy, financial results, manufacturing, news, news analysis, opinions, transportation, Trump Truth Tests
Tagged AutoInformed news, autoinformed.com, Automotive news and analysis, center for automotive research, Edgar Faler, Ken Zino of AutoInformed, Ken Zino of AutoInformed.com writing as AutoCrat, nafta, Tyler Harp, United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, USMCA, X @KenAutoinformed
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SAP Races – Porsche sells MHP to Tata Consultancy Services
“Porsche is taking another important step in its strategy to focus resolutely on its core business with the transfer of MHP to Tata Consultancy Services,” said Dr Michael Leiters, Chairman of the Executive Board of Porsche AG. “At the same time, we are gaining a strategic partner in TCS. By combining Porsche’s automotive expertise with TCS’s digital technology and AI capabilities, we will further strengthen our innovative power, increase efficiency and boost our competitiveness in an increasingly data- and software-driven world of mobility.” Continue reading
Posted in auto news, manufacturing, software defined vehicles
Tagged AutoInformed news, autoinformed.com, Automotive news and analysis, Dr. Michael Leiters, K. Krithivasan, Ken Zino of AutoInformed, Ken Zino of AutoInformed.com writing as AutoCrat, MHP, Porsche and Tata Consultancy Services, software-defined mobility, System Analysis Program Development, X @KenAutoinformed
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August 2026 U.S. New-Vehicle Sales Forecast Down
Total U.S. new-vehicle sales for August 2026, including retail and non-retail transactions, are forecast to reach 1,347,600, a 4.8% decrease year-over-year, according to a joint forecast from J.D. Power and GlobalData. August new-vehicle retail sales on track for 6.9% decrease year over year, however annual comparisons are skewed by the EV tax credit pull-ahead effect on sales in 2025. August global light-vehicle sales are expected to decline 5.1% from August 2025 to 6.9 million units. This is a selling rate of 91.5 million units, down by 5.3% year-over-year. Continue reading
Posted in economy, manufacturing, news analysis, sales
Tagged August 2026 Global Light-Vehicle Sales Forecast, August 2026 U.S. New-Vehicle Sales Forecast, autoinformed.com, Automotive news and analysis, GlobalData, JD Power and GlobalData, Ken Zino of AutoInformed, Ken Zino of AutoInformed.com writing as AutoCrat, X @KenAutoinformed
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John Deere UAW Members Refuse Contract Extension Offer
“While John Deere continues to outsource jobs, 1600 workers are still laid off. Our members rejected Deere’s offer to extend their contract because they know their worth and what they deserve,” said UAW President Shawn Fain. “The company failed to make an offer that addressed the issues weighing on the minds of our members, especially job security. We’ll see Deere at the table in 2027.” Continue reading
Posted in economy, labor issues, manufacturing
Tagged AutoInformed news, autoinformed.com, Automotive news and analysis, John May, Ken Zino of AutoInformed, Ken Zino of AutoInformed.com writing as AutoCrat, Laura Dickerson, Shawn fain, United Auto Workers at John Deere, X @KenAutoinformed
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August 2026 Light Vehicle Production Forecast – Fog of War
The fog of war is in the latest global light vehicle production forecast released today by Mobility Global.* “The global auto industry is holding up better than many expected, with small near-term upgrades in several regions, partly offset by meaningful … Continue reading
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Tagged August 2026 Light Vehicle Production Forecast, auto industry commentary, AutoInformed news, autoinformed.com, automotive blog, Automotive news and analysis, China production, Ken Zino of AutoInformed, Ken Zino of AutoInformed.com writing as AutoCrat, Mike Wall, Mobility Global, X @KenAutoinformed
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Seven Unions Want Bans on Defense Contractor Stock Buybacks
Defense Contractors Prioritizing the Warfighter Continue reading →