Toyota CEO Kenta Kon speaks with Automotive News in his first international media interview since taking the helm. Plus, Hyundai delays driver-assist software, Tesla teases the Roadster, and Chinese automakers eye North America. 

Ford counters Washington with a billion-dollar move. Plus, a look at Volkswagen’s truck ambitions and China’s opportunity amid the U.S.-Canada trade war.

Ford drops a billion dollars on its most profitable plant just days after a broadside from the Trump administration. Plus, Bozard Ford COO Ed Roberts talks about his mobile service success.

Range Rover Global Managing Director Martin Limpert talks about electric ambitions, a new model and the U.S. bespoke push. Plus, Volkswagen puts a staggering number on its overhaul.

Sonatus CEO Jeff Chou talks about the software challenge of fitting artificial intelligence inside today’s vehicles. Plus, Ford fires back after the U.S. Transportation Secretary calls out its CATL and Geely deals.

Volkswagen signals a major U.S. pivot toward pickups and SUVs while German labor pushes back on restructuring. Plus, KPMG’s Lenny LaRocca talks about why the tariff meltdown has not come.

Volkswagen’s supervisory board has unanimously approved an ambitious restructuring plan but leaves the hardest decisions for later. Meanwhile, Ford plots a quality turnaround.

Fraud is surging, and dealerships are vulnerable. Volkswagen Group’s restructuring takes a step forward. Plus, Tesla’s Cybercab officially launches, but it has a long way to catch up with Waymo.

Mazda North America CEO Tom Donnelly on leasing, his 500,000 sales goal and surviving “Liberation Day.” Volkswagen Group gets a new U.S. chief. Plus, a look at Carvana’s threat to traditional dealers.

Mazda North America CEO Tom Donnelly talks tariffs and hybrids with Automotive News. Uber cuts 3,300 jobs. Plus, August sales results beat expectations.