Opposed to auto tariffs on China? Europe felt the same… and it’s not working out.
Tariffs and the Future of the Auto Industry On a recent episode of “The Drive,” my co-host Karl Brauer and I dove into a pretty hot topic in the automotive world: tariffs. Everyone seems to have a viewpoint on this. There’s a notable goal behind President Trump’s tariff approach—it’s meant to encourage companies to create […]
Freedom Caucus Applauds Committee Approval of Measure to Eliminate Biden Administration’s Auto ‘Kill Switch’
House Freedom Caucus Opposes Biden-Era Car Control Measures Conservative members of the House Freedom Caucus expressed satisfaction with the recent passage of an amendment to a spending bill aimed at eliminating the controversial “kill switches” associated with the Biden administration. “Taxpayer dollars shouldn’t go towards a surveillance system that views every law-abiding American driver as […]
Hyundai plans to introduce Boston Dynamics humanoid robots in US auto factories by 2028
Hyundai Plans to Introduce Humanoid Robots to U.S. Car Factories Hyundai is setting its sights on integrating humanoid robots into American car manufacturing on a significant scale. The company envisions scenarios where Boston Dynamics’ Atlas robots collaborate with human workers in U.S. auto factories. These humanoid robots, capable of bending, lifting, and moving through specially […]
Jim Banks Calls on USTR to Prevent China’s Influence in the U.S. Auto Sector
Sen. Banks Urges Action Against Chinese Influence in North American Auto Sector Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) is reaching out to U.S. Trade Representative Jamison Greer, requesting measures to prevent China from infiltrating the U.S. auto industry via Mexico and Canada. This request comes as part of preparations for an upcoming United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) meeting. […]
Bot Auto announces its first complete driverless commercial truck journey to Dallas
Driverless Big Rig Completes Delivery in Texas In an unprecedented event, a driverless big rig departed from Houston, Texas, late at night, completing a scheduled 230-mile delivery to the Dallas area by morning. This marks the first commercial freight delivery in the U.S. that was entirely driverless. This delivery was noteworthy because it aligned with […]
5 cars from the 2026 New York Auto Show that you might really consider purchasing
The New York International Auto Show reflects changing times in the industry. In a recent conversation with Karl Brauer on “The Drive,” we noted how automakers are less dependent on these events than in the past. Major announcements often happen online now, and many media events are no longer open to the public. While the […]
Preview of the New York International Auto Show: Impressive vehicles, yet drivers still encounter high prices
2026 New York International Auto Show The show, running until the end of this week, highlights a growing disparity between the celebrations of the auto industry and the actual desires of consumers. More than accolades for design or performance evaluations, affordability has emerged as the most significant factor influencing buying choices. What Buyers Really Want […]
City tows cute ‘monster truck’ tribute from auto shop and converts it to scrap metal.
Heartbreaking Loss for Brooklyn Community In a sad turn of events, the city towed a distinctive green memorial truck, known as the “mini monster,” which had been parked outside a Brooklyn auto shop for several years. This truck, decorated with flowers, became scrap metal after city workers removed it on the night of April 1, […]
Quick moments and stylish vehicles at the Auto Show in New York
For the next week, the Jacob Javits Center turns into an extraordinary venue for car enthusiasts. Unique cars from across the globe are gathering, flaunting price tags in the millions and capable of speeds over 200 miles per hour. The New York International Auto Show, established in the early 1900s, is recognized as the largest […]
A $25K Chinese hybrid SUV gets tested — and a warning is given to US auto manufacturers
Edmunds, a well-known car shopping site, has recently tested a Chinese vehicle for the first time, and editor-in-chief Alistair Weaver noted a significant impression. He stated, “U.S. automakers have good reason to be concerned.” Although Chinese vehicles face a sort of ban in the U.S., Edmunds felt it was important to test them because American […]