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Sept. 5, 2025 | ICE raids Hyundai plant, detains 450 workers; How to avoid F&I fraud Sep 05, 2025

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U.S. immigration authorities carried out a raid at Hyundai Motor Group’s massive electric vehicle complex outside Savannah, Ga. Canada delays its EV mandate by one year. Plus, David Frontiera of Informativ talks about what’s driving up cases of synthetic identity fraud in F&I.

Sept. 4, 2025 | Sales fall for three Japanese automakers; state of trade talks with Canada Sep 04, 2025

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Three Japanese automakers see sales slip in August. Dealers are feeling gloomier than ever about EV markets. Plus, Automotive News Canada’s Greg Layson gives an update on trade talks starting up again between Ottawa and Washington D.C. after about a month of silence.

Sept. 3, 2025 | U.S. Senate Candidate Mallory McMorrow Part 1; sales strong in August Sep 03, 2025

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Michigan State Sen. Mallory McMorrow talks about her ideas for bolstering federal support for electric vehicle infrastructure, R&D and more. Several brands see strong sales in August. Plus, dealers and automakers get extra time to deliver EVs after tax credits expire.

Sept. 2, 2025 | What tariff court ruling means for auto industry; Qualcomm’s Anshuman Saxena Sep 02, 2025

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A court rules that most of President Donald Trump’s tariffs are illegal. JLR is hit by a cybersecurity incident, disrupting production and sales. Plus, Qualcomm’s Anshuman Saxena talks about the company’s driver-assistance partnership with BMW.

Aug. 31, 2025 | Bonus Episode: Abdul El-Sayed interview, Part 2 Aug 31, 2025

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In the second and final portion of his interview with Automotive News’ Molly Boigon, U.S. Senate candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed discusses the future of safety and emissions standards, changing attitudes toward vehicle ownership and more.

Aug. 30,2025 | Weekend Drive: Trade bombshell?; UAW coverage over 90 years Aug 30, 2025

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Automotive News staff reporters Michael Martinez and Molly Boigon talk about the biggest news stories from the past week, including a portion of the U.S.-EU trade framework that could reshape safety and emissions standards. Plus, a look at how the UAW and Automotive News’ coverage of labor issues have evolved over the past century.

Aug. 29, 2025 | EU begins process to cut auto tariffs; F&I special coverage Aug 29, 2025

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The European Commission says it would agree to remove tariffs on U.S. industrial goods to cut U.S. duties on European cars. Lana Payne is reelected president of Unifor. Plus, our own John Huetter and Paige Hodder discuss the new retail finance and insurance special section in Automotive News.

Aug. 28, 2025 | Mercedes wants a Europe tariff deal; AAA’s Greg Brannon Aug 28, 2025

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Mercedes-Benz wants the U.S. and Europe to lower auto tariffs. AAA’s director of automotive research Greg Brannon talks about how driver-assistance systems fare in traffic. Plus, the UAW encounters a speed bump in a vote in Kentucky.

Aug. 27, 2025 | U.S. Senate Candidate Abdul El-Sayed Part 1; AN 100th birthday Aug 27, 2025

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Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Michigan, talks about his vision for a stronger American auto industry. Stellantis pays $190 million in U.S. fuel economy penalties. Plus, Automotive News journalists celebrate the publication’s 100th birthday with stories of some of the most influential figures they have covered in the industry.

Aug. 26, 2025 | Hyundai adds $5 billion in U.S. investments; AN Congress preview Aug 26, 2025

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Hyundai Motor Group is adding $5 billion of investments to its U.S. operations. California dealers sue Sony Honda over direct sales of Afeela electric vehicles. Plus, three industry experts scheduled to speak at Automotive News Congress 2025 discuss Chinese competition, the retail market and more.

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