Automotive News Daily Drive

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March 27, 2026 | WrenchWay’s Jay Goninen talks about what technicians are looking for; Hyundai pledges increase in U.S. production Mar 27, 2026

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WrenchWay President Jay Goninen discusses the company’s Voice of the Technician survey results and what technicians are looking for in a dealership. Hyundai pledges to increase U.S. production by 2030. Plus, what dealers need to know about the wave of used electric vehicles hitting the market.

March 26, 2026 | What Afeela cancellations signal for Honda, Sony; Q1 sales preview Mar 26, 2026

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Automotive News Asia Editor Hans Greimel discusses Sony Honda Mobility’s decision to cancel its Afeela EVs. U.S. auto sales are heading for a rough first quarter. Plus, Stellantis workers face parking tickets for driving the wrong brand.

March 25, 2026 | Toyota’s Mark Templin on tariff pressure, price hikes; Honda, Sony nix Afeela EVs Mar 25, 2026

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Mark Templin, Toyota Motor North America COO, talks about how the automaker is navigating rising tariff costs and global unrest. Sony and Honda cancel their Afeela electric vehicles. Plus, what dealers need to know about how workers’ social media posts could violate FTC advertising rules.

March 24, 2026 | Could AI replace vehicle listing sites?; Zoox expands to two new markets Mar 24, 2026

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A new wave of startups is betting that artificial intelligence can replace third-party vehicle listings sites entirely, saving money for dealers and customers alike. Amazon’s Zoox is bringing its robotaxis to Austin and Miami while expanding coverage in Las Vegas and San Francisco. Plus, Toyota invests $1 billion in Kentucky and Indiana plants for electric vehicle production.

March 23, 2026 | VW cuts capacity despite backlog; Nvidia's Ali Kani Mar 23, 2026

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Volkswagen pushes ahead with factory cuts and job reductions despite a backlog of orders, while ZF hunts for asset buyers as debt mounts. Automotive News’ Urvaksh Karkaria breaks down Mercedes-Benz’s product push. Plus, Nvidia’s Ali Kani talks about the company’s modular automotive approach.

March 22, 2026 | Bonus Episode: Vinturas CEO on supply chain crisis; IMSA president on racing’s growth Mar 22, 2026

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Vinturas CEO Ronald Kleijwegt talks about why supply chain disruption has become structural rather than episodic, and what automotive executives need to do differently. Plus, Automotive News reporter Jack Walsworth concludes his conversation with John Doonan, president of the International Motor Sports Association, about record attendance at the Rolex 24, a groundbreaking NASA partnership, and what’s ahead for sports car racing in North America.

March 21, 2026 | Weekend Drive: Ford's casting gamble; China's route to U.S. via Canada Mar 21, 2026

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Ford is making what CEO Jim Farley calls “the most radical change” to assembly since the Model T, replacing hundreds of parts with giant aluminum castings. Automotive News staff reporters Larry P. Vellequette and Michael Martinez discuss that gamble and more of the week’s biggest stories from the auto industry, including how Chinese automakers could use Canada as a backdoor to the U.S. market.

March 20, 2026 | Ford bets on giant castings; Service Manager Micah Morton Mar 20, 2026

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Ford is planning to replace hundreds of parts with giant aluminum castings on its upcoming electric pickup. New data shows dealership pricing practices the FTC warned about are widespread. Plus, service manager Micah Morton talks about recruiting younger technicians and stepping up service marketing.

March 19, 2026 | Engineer used $25 AI tool to save $4,200 on car; Iran war threatens Japan’s supplies Mar 19, 2026

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Boston software engineer AJ Stuyvenberg describes how he built an AI agent for just $25 that negotiated with dealerships and saved him $4,200 on a Hyundai Palisade. Toyota warns the Iran war threatens Japan’s auto supply chain. Plus, John Doonan, president of the International Motor Sports Association, talks about record attendance and the future of sports car racing.

March 18, 2026 | NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang says AV tech is 'solved'; Nissan's last laugh Mar 18, 2026

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NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang says autonomous driving tech is a “solved problem” and will become a multi-trillion dollar business. Gas prices have jumped 27 percent since the Iran conflict began and used electric vehicle dealers in some markets are suddenly swamped. Plus, Automotive News Asia Editor Hans Greimel discusses his column arguing Nissan gets the last laugh in its failed Honda merger.

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