Manufacturing Trade war heats up as EU vows to retaliate on U.S. auto tariffs The EU vowed prompt retaliation if the U.S. follows through on a threat to impose tariffs on imported vehicles, as transatlantic trade tensions showed no signs of easing. German automakers at most risk from Trump tariffs Commentary Bad policy, worse political strategy on auto tariffs The auto tariff fight isn't so different from the border wall fight, except that it's even more one-sided against Trump. Automakers & Suppliers Ghosn readies counterpunch with new 'All-Star' defense lawyers With a trial looming on charges of aggravated breach of trust and filing false statements to regulators, Carlos Ghosn is betting that an attorney with a history of challenging the insular Japanese legal world can make him a free man again. Best Practices Fla. store puts service parts near its techs All the back-and-forth walking from DeLuca Toyota's service bays to the parts department was inefficient and counterproductive for time-sensitive repair orders. So now the parts come to the work. Regulation & Safety Fuel economy talks break down between U.S., Calif., report says The breakdown in fuel economy talks adds to tension between Washington and Sacramento, which has emerged as a major antagonist to the Trump administration. Blogs A GM investment in Rivian would send the wrong messages An electric pickup would be a risky gamble for GM. Here's why. Manufacturing Ford to cut products, jobs in South American shakeup Ford said it will exit the commercial heavy-duty truck business after it stops building its heavy-duty Cargo lineup at the Brazil plant. It will also end production and sales of the F-4000 and F-350 pickups and Fiesta subcompact sedan in that region. PM NEWSCAST War against 'stair steps' • EU vows tariff retaliation • Zotye hires marketing vets • No stopping Audi drivers? See all PM Newscasts AM Newscast Honda axing U.K., Turkey sites • Soap may harm Ridgeline • GM investing in Mich. plant • Toyota retail moneymaker? See all First Shift Opinion Dealers need to be ready for anything Elaine Chao: A speedier path for innovation More Opinion stories » FIXED OPS JOURNAL Other industries raid dealerships for talented shop veterans Ex-tech says he left auto retail for more control, less politics Virginia dealership group trains nonviolent inmates to become its service techs Most dealerships still fumble sales-to-service handoff More Fixed Ops Journal stories » Can car companies ever win on Wall Street? BLOGS Tesla introduces 'Dog Mode' to keep pets cool inside the car A GM investment in Rivian would send the wrong messages Will Jaguar replace XE, XF sedans with a single EV? Chevy's 2019 Blazer: More Camaro, less Equinox More Blogs » Cars & Concepts Bentley revs up Bentayga with Speed variant Mazda's Moro: New crossovers could give U.S. sales big boost Will Jaguar replace XE, XF sedans with a single EV? Could Harley-Davidson end up on all fours? More Cars & Concepts stories » Access F&I Serious auto delinquencies reach highest level since 2012 Dealers take a hard look at F&I managers' pay Retiring F&I Express CEO to assist in transition Break the rules? Expect the consequences More Access F&I stories » Best Practices Fla. store puts service parts near its techs At Niello Buy Center, it pays to buy only Dealership group teaches life skills Sponsored Content Provided By Ally VIDEO: Take action to create a welcoming workplace More Best Practices stories » Weekend Drive Why Ford's Hinrichs is bullish on USMCA Ford's global operations boss Joe Hinrichs says North America must maintain a strong auto industry to take on China and the European Union. Plus, Hinrichs discusses capacity calls, avoiding surprises and Canadian memories. Listen to Weekend Drive as a podcast See all Weekend Drive Mobility Report Audi expanding regions where drivers can 'ride the green wave' Audi says it's expanding a new technology that will allow drivers to adjust their speeds to catch green lights at intersections. Manufacturing GM to boost 10-speed output with $20M plant investment "GM's investment in Romulus will enable the plant to continue playing an important role in our core business going forward," said CEO Mary Barra. Suppliers Dana reports best annual sales, profits, margin since 2008 The driveline supplier reported $100 million in net income for the fourth quarter, as it overcame increased commodity costs in part with higher end-market demand across its four business units. Cars & Concepts Subaru Viziv Adrenaline concept to debut at Geneva Subaru released a darkly lit teaser photo of the Viziv Adrenaline concept. The vehicle is slated to be shown at the Geneva auto show. Retail China's Zotye adds marketing vet Jan Thompson to U.S. team Chinese automaker Zotye has hired two top marketing officials in advance of its planned U.S. debut, including former Toyota-Mazda-Nissan exec Jan Thompson. Mobility Report Former Intel exec to lead Mich. mobility center Michigan's American Center for Mobility has hired a former executive in Intel's automotive division as its permanent CEO. Michael Noblett, 62, will replace interim CEO Kirk Steudle. Automakers & Suppliers German automakers at most risk from Trump tariffs Trump has complained since mid-2017 about the German cars’ presence on U.S. streets and tweeted threats to tax German automakers’ vehicles. Automakers & Suppliers Honda will close U.K., Turkey plants in restructuring move Honda will shutter assembly plants in England and Turkey as the automaker pushes toward electrification and confronts changing trends in trade relations. Suppliers MEMA promotes Long to lead supplier group The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association tapped William Long as its new president. He replaces Steve Handschuh, who retired in December. Manufacturing GM invests $36M at Mich. plant for Traverse, Enclave refresh GM said it will invest $36 million at its Lansing Delta Township plant in Michigan for the midcycle refreshes of the Chevrolet Traverse and Buick Enclave. 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