Omari Gardner Director of Content and Commentary, overseeing coverage of Toyota, Lexus, Volkswagen, Audi, Jaguar Land Rover and regulatory issues [email protected] 313-446-0438 See All Staff Page Recent Stories Column: Akio Toyoda's vision of retrofitted EVs is noble, but flawed Akio Toyoda's vision of retrofitting vehicles with EV and hydrogen powertrains to reduce the automotive fleet's carbon footprint is noble, but a difficult business proposition. The latest numbers on the microchip shortage: 2.7M vehicle cuts forecast for 2023 For 2023, AutoForecast Solutions estimates more than 2.7 million vehicles will be cut from productions schedules because of the global semiconductior shortage. Why rental car giant Enterprise is striving for EV charging access for all Rental car giant Enterprise Holdings is working to ensure the public charging network is accessible to all, co-developing a playbook with the National League of Cities and deeply studying three cities. Column: In defense of picking Joe Manchin, Elon Musk as Automotive News All-Stars Manchin and Musk have generated their share of controversy, and they won't win any popularity contests in some circles, but there is no denying that the impact each has had on the industry this year has been outsized. New NAMAD President Hugene Fields brings outsider's perspective to auto retail Hugene Fields, who has extensive nonprofit experience, takes his first foray in the automotive world as the new president of the National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers. GM to extend benefits to domestic partners and their kids General Motors says it's extending its benefits program as it seeks "ways to widen opportunities for people from all backgrounds." Toyota's goal: STEM for kids regardless of backgrounds Toyota's Driving Possibilities program has committed $110 million to STEM education for school-age kids in close proximity to its facilities across the country. Column: DE&I good for the car business, and we will keep covering it We sometimes hear arguments against corporate diversity, equity and inclusion policies on grounds that they are unfair. Here is the counterargument. Lexus on track in transition to electric vehicles Dejuan Ross sees Lexus remaining steady on its planned transition to an all-electric vehicle lineup by the next decade, beginning early next year with the RZ 450e. watch video Female drivers more likely to be hurt in crashes A female driver is 73 percent more likely to be seriously injured than a male driver in a vehicle crash and 17 percent more likely to die, data shows. Lexus RX drops V-6, gains fuel efficiency The Lexus RX's updated powertrains, which replace the outgoing gasoline and hybrid models' 3.5-liter V-6 with more fuel-efficient inline-fours, are key to Lexus' plan to retain leadership in the midsize luxury crossover segment. The latest numbers on the microchip shortage: N.A. vehicle output cut by 100,000 More than 100,000 vehicles were cut from North American production schedules because of the global microchip shortage last week, according to the latest AutoForecast Solutions report. How Acura uses pop culture to reach younger, diverse U.S. consumers Acura, which has its sights set on returning to 200,000 annual U.S. sales, is working to reach younger and diverse consumers through various pop culture-themed marketing efforts. I was going to wait to get an EV, but the time to switch is now Until recent events, I was waiting for more economical vehicle options, longer ranges and improved charging infrastructure. But there are a number of compelling reasons to take the plunge now, at least for me. Dealers need ‘seat at the table' on EV policy, says NADA's Mike Stanton At the Automotive News Congress in Washington, Mike Stanton said: "We've talked a lot about dealer and factory relations, but we can't get it done alone." Load More
Omari Gardner Director of Content and Commentary, overseeing coverage of Toyota, Lexus, Volkswagen, Audi, Jaguar Land Rover and regulatory issues [email protected] 313-446-0438 See All Staff Page