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Mercedes-Benz Vans names new managing director of sales and marketing

Nicolette Lambrechts has been appointed vice president and managing director of sales and marketing for Mercedes-Benz Vans USA, effective May 1. In this role, Lambrechts...

Hyundai launches 2022 Tucson SUV production in Alabama

Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama launched production of the all-new 2022 Tucson SUV, marking the first time the Tucson has been assembled in the United...

Ford expands Expedition offerings

Ford is expanding its 2021 Expedition full-size SUV lineup with the STX Package, which provides even more versatility and spaciousness. “The Expedition STX is perfect...

Volvo receives highest sustainability rating from EcoVadis

Volvo Cars has received the highest rating for its sustainability performance from EcoVadis, a provider of corporate sustainability assessments. The platinum medal rating places Volvo...

GM head of global manufacturing awarded Black Engineer of the Year

General Motors Executive Vice President of Global Manufacturing Gerald Johnson has been recognized by the BEYA STEM 2021 Conference with its top honor of...

Auburn’s new autonomous vehicle research facility opens

Auburn University has opened its new autonomous vehicle research facility at the National Center for Asphalt Technology test track, one of the few facilities...

Modine expands in Tennessee

Modine Manufacturing Co. is expanding its plant in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, investing $1.2 million and creating 45 jobs. The project will relocate three product lines...

Hyundai Santa Fe named Autotrader Best New Car

Hyundai Santa Fe is one of 12 vehicles to receive Autotrader’s Best New Cars for 2021 designation. “Hyundai continually listens to its consumers while working...

KB Autosys to Open First Manufacturing Facility in Georgia

KB Autosys, a brake pad supplier, will invest $38 million in opening its first U.S. advanced manufacturing facility in Meriwether County, Georgia. The company...

Toyota to add three EVs for U.S. market this year

Toyota Motor North America plans to debut three new electrified models this year. The company plans to add two battery electric vehicles and a...

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Nissan unveils plan for carbon neutrality, intelligent factory

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