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Stay updated on news from the major automotive manufacturers (OEMs), including policies, programs, and innovations affecting collision repair standards and practices.

Ford Recalls 272,645 EVs and Hybrids Over Rollaway Risk; Automaker Nears 150 Recalls for 2025

Parking module defect affects F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E, and Maverick models as Ford’s recall count continues setting industry records.

Autobody News Staff

Ford Takes $19.5B Charge, Ends F-150 Lightning Production in Major EV Pullback

Automaker scraps current electric truck, pivots to hybrids and extended-range vehicles as EV demand weakens.

Autobody News Staff

Hyundai Mobility Training Center Holds Grand Opening

The new training facility will prepare employees to manufacture EVs at Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America.

Autobody News Staff

Automakers Report Mixed Results of October New-Vehicle Sales

Several brands reported a year over year decrease in sales compared to October 2024.

Autobody News Staff

Why Industry-Wide Protocols Are Needed in the Software-Defined Vehicle Era

In addition to restoring structure and appearance, collision repairs must also return safety-critical systems to OEM standards — which should be verified through recalibration and inspections.

John Melendez, for Autobody News

OEM News: Stellantis to Invest $13B in U.S. Manufacturing; GM Takes $1.6B Hit on EVs

Stellantis is refocusing its efforts after shipments to the U.S. fell about 25% year over year, while GM is dealing with softening EV demand.

Autobody News Staff

Ford, GM Scrap EV Tax Credit Plans

The automakers previously announced workarounds to continue to offer the tax credit after the program's Sept.

Autobody News Staff

Honda Expands Ohio R&D with New Materials Lab at OSU

Honda's $2.6 million lab will support work in quantum computing, hydrogen fuel cells, carbon capture and EV batteries, which tie into next-gen vehicle platforms.

Autobody News Staff