Automotive News Daily Drive

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Dec. 18, 2025 | Steven Rattner on 2009 auto bailout: "Everybody had to take pain" Dec 18, 2025

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Steven Rattner, who led the Obama administration’s auto rescue, reflects 16 years later on General Motors and Chrysler’s bankruptcies and addresses whether he’d do anything differently today. Plus, why Europe’s EV future remains intact despite this week’s combustion ban reversal— and what Ford dealers fear as the Escape goes away.

Dec. 17, 2025 | Impact of EU ICE ban reversal; Tesla sales at risk in California Dec 17, 2025

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The EU’s reversal on its combustion engine ban will reshape where automakers invest billions and which vehicles they prioritize globally. Automotive News Europe’s Peter Sigal details how this policy shift creates winners and losers for companies operating in both Europe and the U.S. Plus, California could suspend Tesla sales, and Scout Motors wins direct-sales rights in Colorado.

Dec. 16, 2025 | New tool tracks distressed suppliers; Rivian CEO talks China, R2 launch Dec 16, 2025

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Reporter John Irwin talks about the new Automotive News Supplier Distress Tracker, which finds that auto suppliers have cut more than 60,000 jobs across North America and Europe in 2025. Ford is discontinuing the F-150 Lightning after less than four years. Plus, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe discusses threats from China and the launch of the electric vehicle maker’s first mass-market vehicle in 2026.

Dec. 15, 2025 | Trump’s CAFE retreat likely to cost consumers; Nissan overhauls stair-steps Dec 15, 2025

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Automotive News’ Molly Boigon explains why relaxed emissions standards are likely to cost consumers more than they would save. Nissan revamps its stair-step bonuses after a dealer uproar. Plus, JLR says it did not, in fact, fire its controversial design chief.

Dec. 14, 2025 | Bonus Episode: Volvo CEO Hakan Samuelsson’s vision for cars of the future Dec 14, 2025

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Volvo Cars CEO Hakan Samuelsson talks about the automaker’s powertrain strategy moving forward, its relationship with parent company Geely and more.

Dec. 13, 2025 | Weekend Drive: USMCA drama; EVs do better than expected in October Dec 13, 2025

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Automotive News reporters Molly Boigon and Richard Truett discuss some of the biggest news stories in the auto industry from the past week, including President Donald Trump’s threat to dismantle USMCA and EV registrations doing better than expected in October after the repeal of federal tax credits.

Dec. 12, 2025 | Ford, SK On end joint battery venture; doing mobile service right Dec 12, 2025

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South Korean battery maker SK On is ending its joint venture with Ford. Mexico plans tariffs as high as 50 percent on Chinese cars. Plus, Jeremy Stephens of Bozard Ford joins the show to talk about how mobile service has helped serve his customers and boost the company’s bottom line.

Dec. 11, 2025 | Ionna CEO Seth Cutler interview Part 2; automakers push to preserve USMCA Dec 11, 2025

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In this second and final part of Automotive News’ interview with Seth Cutler, the Ionna CEO discusses softening electric vehicle demand after the loss of the federal tax credit and why the company is opting not to develop its own charging app. Automakers push to preserve USMCA as President Donald Trump floats bilateral deals. Plus, EV registrations do better in October than analysts expected.

Dec. 10, 2025 | Ionna CEO Seth Cutler interview Part 1; affordable cars selling fast Dec 10, 2025

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Seth Cutler, CEO of the Ionna charging network, talks about the eight automakers trying to beat Tesla at its own game. U.S. inventory dips with affordable cars flying off dealer lots. Plus, VinFast’s U.S. expansion collapses.

Dec. 9, 2025 | Volvo CEO Hakan Samuelsson interview; Nissan eyes hybrid hub in U.S. Dec 09, 2025

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Volvo Cars CEO Hakan Samuelsson says 2026 will be a comeback year for the automaker. Nissan considers making hybrid powertrains in Tennessee to make the Rogue tariff-proof. Plus, Asbury Automotive’s CEO is stepping down.

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