The first half of 2025 has been life-altering for Stockton resident Kiana Green. bit.ly/3ZVUe7x

BMW is recalling more than 70,000 electric vehicles in the U.S. after identifying a software issue that can cause the vehicle’s high-voltage system to shut down, leading to a temporary loss of drive power. bit.ly/4lca86i

New light-vehicle sales in June 2025 totaled a SAAR of 15.3 million units. The June 2025 SAAR represents an increase of 2.3% compared to June 2024. bit.ly/3GjyeNg

SUVs aren’t just popular; they are the backbone of the current U.S. car market. bit.ly/45R7MVv

According to Edmunds, a record 19.3% of new-car buyers in Q2 2025 committed to monthly payments of $1,000 or more, marking the highest level ever recorded. bit.ly/4nlH8KG

The Women’s National Basketball Association is coming back to the Motor City after 20 years with an assist from General Motors CEO Mary Barra and a member of the Ford family. bit.ly/3ZZk8Y0

Honda is downsizing and pushing back plans for a next-generation hydrogen fuel cell system, citing a deteriorating market for a technology that was central to its long-term strategy. bit.ly/4nwhYJl

The U.S. light-vehicle market slowed considerably in June after a strong spring fueled by consumers rushing to lock in prices ahead of new U.S. tariffs on imports. bit.ly/3I8Ysmc

Car buyers nationally set a record in the second quarter as more opted for whoppingly long-term loans and monthly car payments that rivaled some monthly home mortgage bills. bit.ly/4lbaSIV

Toyota is delaying its U.S. electric vehicle (EV) production timeline by more than a year, shifting plans to build a new electric SUV from Indiana to its Georgetown, Kentucky, plant. bit.ly/3I8YwSY

Tim Kuniskis, the recently unretired Ram CEO, is getting three more titles at parent company Stellantis. bit.ly/4nxW3l1

Thirty-two new vehicles had disappeared over the course of a single week from a rail yard in New Orleans that served as “a crucial off-loading and storage facility for newly manufactured vehicles destined for dealerships in the Gulf South region,” according to a police press

Volkswagen of America has fixes for a pair of unrelated recalls that halted sales of the ID Buzz electric minivan in the spring. bit.ly/3TRPZ9p

A Texas man was arrested after allegedly using a gun to steal a 2025 Ford Mustang during a test drive. Police were able to identify the man because he left his driver’s license behind during the drive. bit.ly/4kEJW3f

A pivotal week on global trade looms as President Donald Trump’s 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs is scheduled to end on July 9. bit.ly/44DUGc4

Hyundai has not made any tariff-related pricing changes despite reports that said price hikes could be on the horizon. bit.ly/3IgLtPu

Hyundai and Kia are rolling out aggressive global discounts on electric vehicles and SUVs, with incentives reaching nearly $17,000 in some markets. bit.ly/4eE11Zt

Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than 200,000 vehicles because a software defect can cause the rearview camera to fail, increasing the risk of a crash and injury. bit.ly/4eHAYAU

Nissan Motor Co. has signed a deal with Dongfeng Motor Group Co. to jointly establish a vehicle export company, a move that will allow the Japanese carmaker to make better use of production capacity in China. bit.ly/45S8Icj

A print ad for the elegant 1936 Chrysler Airflow highlighted the sedan’s smooth ride, safety and spaciousness in what the automaker called the “greatest luxury in travel today.” bit.ly/45WYcQZ