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U.S. States Ranked by Auto Repair Shop Density — 2dAcross multiple state snapshots, California houses the most auto repair shops overall (20,998) but per-capita density varies widely by state, with Idaho ranking eighth in per-capita shops and Hawaii ranking near the bottom in per-capita terms. The national picture from the BLS-backed data shows 176,403 automotive repair and maintenance establishments in Q4 2025, and highlights that sparsely populated, car-reliant states like Wyoming, South Dakota, and Montana tend to have high shop density relative to their populations due to driving needs.

Rachel Meyers Wyoming and South Dakota topping the density list tracks with how far apart towns are and how much folks drive out there.

Stellantis CEO says US market needs separate vehicles from Chinese partnerships — 3dStellantis CEO Antonio Filosa reiterated that the global auto market is split between the United States and everywhere else, with US regulations and consumer demand driving distinct strategies and making the US the company’s main profit engine. The automaker is pursuing region-specific approaches—from relying on domestic US development to partnering with overseas Chinese firms and exploring asset-reutilization and financing options to adapt to geopolitical and economic shifts.

US and Mexico Seek Interim Trade Deal Before Midterms — 3dThe US and Mexico are pushing to seal a bilateral USMCA-related deal before the U.S. midterms, with Canada effectively sidelined as talks focus on higher North American content, relief from Section 232 tariffs, and closing loopholes around third-country shipments, including Chinese involvement. Amid ongoing meetings and a sense of urgency, officials say a year-end agreement is plausible as both sides seek tariff relief for autos and aluminum and to reassure markets that supply chains remain tightly integrated.

Elena Vasquez Canada shouldn't be cut out of these talks since our auto plants depend on the same integrated supply chains.

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German industrial output posts steepest drop in a year amid auto slump — 6dGermany’s industrial production declined 1.1% month-on-month in July, led by a 9.2% drop in automobile output due to multi-week production pauses, while energy generation rose and other manufacturing categories eased; year-on-year, output fell about 1.6%. The May–July period shows a marginal three-month uptick in activity and orders rose in July, underscoring a mixed trajectory as markets weigh ECB policy and broader demand.

Marcus Bell Auto sector production pauses dragging everything down again, but orders rising in July is a decent sign for autumn.

2025 Luxury Models Span EVs, SUVs, Wagons — 4dLuxury SUV and sedan updates dominate the latest auto coverage, with Audi lifting its halo Q8 lineup to 631-hp RS Q8 Performance and SQ8, plus wagon-like A6 Allroad refinements and a well-equipped 2024 Q5 mentioning comfort tech; Mercedes counters with the 2025 EQS Sedan, featuring a larger 118-kWh battery, upgraded interior tech, standard digital key, and improved comfort and noise isolation. Collectively, manufacturers emphasize high performance, advanced driver-assistance and connectivity, and lavish interiors across compact SUVs, wagons, and flagship electric sedans.

Sam Okafor Audi's RS Q8 Performance at 631 hp is tempting but the Mercedes EQS with its bigger battery seems better for real-world range.

Detroit Gets Front Row Seat To China’s Slow Execution Of German Auto — Aug 8, 2026Germany’s once-mighty auto industry is trembling under pressure that strikes at the heart of that country’s national psyche.

United Auto Workers Union Endorses Biden for PresidentReporting — Apr 21, 2020The United Auto Workers union announced on Tuesday that it is endorsing Democrat Joe Biden for president in the 2020 election. U.S. President Donald Trump, a Republican, has heavily courted auto workers in key states…

‘Fixing Our Broken Trade Deals’: American Auto Workers Praise Trump’s Tariffs — Mar 27, 2025President Donald Trump’s plans to impose tariffs on foreign-made vehicles is gaining widespread support among auto worker unions and Republican lawmakers, who say the fees will help bolster the American auto industry…

Micware unveils micAuto and DynaPlanet platforms to expand beyond auto software — Sep 4, 2026Micware rolled out a platform-based growth strategy built around micAuto and DynaPlanet to monetize its mobility and 3D spatial tech, expanding from in-vehicle software to AD/ADAS, connected services, and quality assurance, while aiming to realize Mobility Physical AI. The initiative features new logos and envisions integrating Real 3D Interiors and Real 3D Cities with open 3D worlds to connect people, cities, and digital spaces across mobility and AI-enabled ecosystems.

Elena Vasquez Feels like every auto software company is rebranding into an "AI platform" lately. Curious if micAuto actually improves ADAS reliability or just adds buzzwords.

Li Auto Reports Q2 2026 Revenue RMB25.7B, Deliveries 98,330Business — Aug 24, 2026Li Auto posted Q2 2026 totals of RMB25.7 billion in revenue and 98,330 deliveries, with gross margin at 11.0% and gross profit of RMB2.8 billion, while market attention centers on how new models like the Li L6 could offset a slowing China EV market and pricing pressure. Ahead of results, analysts expect a Q2 loss of about 0.01 per share on roughly RMB3.86 billion in revenue, with July deliveries signaling potential volume gains as investors weigh ongoing competition and profitability pressures.

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J KENNETH BLACKWELL: Big Auto Wants Your Data. Trump and Congress Aren’t Having It. — Oct 5, 2025Congress is not going to allow Big Auto to sideline consumer privacy and safety while getting subsidized massively by the federal government. That is because, in late September, by an overwhelming vote of 50 to 1…

American Auto Giant Lays Off Hundreds Of US WorkersReporting — Aug 19, 2024A major American auto manufacturer reportedly laid off about 1,000 of its employees on Monday, including about 600 workers based in the U.S. in a bid to streamline current operations. General Motors (GM) is making cuts…

‘Abandoned by the Democratic Party’: Auto Workers Turning on ‘Union Joe’ As Major Strike LoomsReporting — Sep 13, 2023The United Auto Workers union (UAW) has criticized President Joe Biden’s push for more electric vehicles (EV) due to multiple concerns, including fears that there will be less demand for labor to produce EVs because…

As Biden Pickets, Trump Deals Brutal Truth About ‘The Only Time Joe Biden Has Ever Gotten His Hands Dirty’Opinion — Sep 28, 2023As strikers with the United Auto Workers have been on the picket line for two weeks in a labor action against all three major U.S. auto manufacturers, President Joe Biden decided to join them Tuesday — for all of 12…

Major Auto Companies Reportedly Race To Save Sunsetting Tax Credit For Green Boondoggles — Sep 30, 2025Several major auto companies are rushing to enlist dealers in programs that would effectively extend the $7,500 electric vehicle (EV) tax credit and help secure buyers before it sunsets on Tuesday, according to Reuters…

‘We Are Ecstatic’: Union Boss Who Backed Harris Says He’s Thrilled With One Major Trump Policy — Mar 27, 2025In a video posted to social media Thursday, United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain praised President Donald Trump after Trump announced tariffs on imported automobiles and auto parts. Citing “national security…

‘No Fan Of Mine’: Trump Fires Back At NBC Host, Reminds Her UAW Praised His Auto Tariffs — May 4, 2025President Donald Trump touted praise for his tariffs from the president of the United Auto Workers during a Sunday interview with NBC host Kristen Welker. Trump imposed a 25% tariff covering imported cars, SUVs…

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Republican Senator Blames ‘Fat Fingers’ and Auto-Correct for Insensitive Tweet About PelosiReporting — Mar 25, 2020Auto-correct can be your friend, sometimes. Other times it can lead to awkward or offensive word changes by accident. Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) says the tool is partially responsible for a tweet that landed him in hot…

US Auto Sales Remain Stuck Below Pre-Pandemic LevelsReporting — Oct 1, 2024U.S. car sales remain stuck below pre-pandemic levels amid a struggling auto market, according to The Wall Street Journal. Higher borrowing costs and increased prices on new vehicles are two key factors steering…

Major Auto Union That Brought The Whole Industry To A Halt Last Year Threatens To Launch Massive Strike Once AgainReporting — Sep 18, 2024The United Auto Workers (UAW) threatened Tuesday night to stage a strike against major automaker Stellantis due to allegations of failing to meet certain contract requirements on plant openings. UAW President Shawn Fain…

Texas woman stung by 300 killer bees RockportHealth — Aug 25, 2026A Texas woman recovering from a spine injury was attacked by more than 300 Africanized bees at a Rockport storage facility, with deputies and firefighters spraying her off and coordinating her evacuation as an auto gate hindered escape. Experts warned about the aggression of Africanized bees and the incident raised public-safety concerns about such swarms.

American Regent recalls epinephrine vials over glass, nylon particle contamination — Sep 3, 2026American Regent is recalling three lots of Epinephrine Injection, USP 30 mg/30 mL (NDC 0517-3030-01) due to sterility concerns and the presence of particulate matter, including nylon, glass, acrylic, polyethylene, and cellulosic materials, with cracked and leaking vials found in nationwide distribution. The recall targets hospital and clinic multi-dose vials (not EpiPen auto-injectors) used for emergency treatment of severe allergic reactions and septic shock, and no adverse events have been reported yet; healthcare facilities should remove the recalled lots (25128L1C0, 25280L1C0, 26108L1C0) and can contact American Regent at 1-800-645-1706 for guidance.

Dana Whitfield Hospitals should double check their stock against those lot numbers now, not wait for a memo to circulate.

Volkswagen nears stake sale to JSW in IndiaAuto — Jul 21, 2026Volkswagen is in advanced talks with JSW Group to sell a majority stake in Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Pvt. Ltd. to accelerate its expansion in India, one of the world’s fastest-growing auto markets, with discussions focused on forming a local partner and leveraging JSW’s footprint. However, critical details such as deal valuation, capital commitments, and investment size remain unresolved across multiple reports.

Stock screener flags fintech, telecom and auto stocks for growth potential — Sep 3, 2026MarketBeat’s stock screens spotlight sector-specific lists—from value names like Invesco QQQ, SpaceX and Snowflake to fintech players such as Rocket Companies and Kaspi.kz—reflecting broad investor interest across technology, finance, and infrastructure equities. The reports also flag notable developments in other groups, including Bharat Forge’s Kalyani Strategic Systems’ arms deal, Solex Energy’s listing plan, Power Grid’s Gujarat transmission bid, Hindustan Zinc’s mining lease, and automotive and telecom peers such as SpaceX, Monolithic Power Systems, AutoZone, Rivian, O’Reilly Automotive, SoundHound AI, Verizon, AT&T, AST SpaceMobile, and T-Mobile.

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