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Automotive News Daily Drive
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Daily Drive is a daily podcast series hosted by Kellen Walker. We speak with industry experts, insiders and Automotive News reporters about events and trends impacting and reshaping the automotive industry. Automotive News is the leading source of news, data and understanding for the auto industry's decision-makers. Learn more at autonews.com.
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May 27, 2026 | Gordie Howe Bridge could finally ease key trade bottleneck; dealers positive in Q2
May 2700:22:07Tap to summarizeAutomotive News Canada’s Greg Layson breaks down what’s at stake for the North American auto industry with the expected opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario. Dealers are feeling positive despite economic and geopolitical headwinds. Plus, Volvo gets the green light to import connected vehicles despite its Chinese ownership stake.
Transcribe →May 26th, 2026 | Honda pauses Ridgeline; Nuro COO Andrew Chapin
May 2600:17:26Tap to summarizeHonda will pause Ridgeline pickup production until 2028 due to tougher emissions standards. Ferrari just unveiled its first electric car. Plus, Nuro COO Andrew Chapin discusses scaling robotaxis safely.
Transcribe →May 24, 2026 | Bonus Episode: Mercedes-AMG’s electric performance gamble
May 2400:15:03Tap to summarizeAutomotive News reporter Jack Walsworth elaborates on Mercedes-AMG’s first all-electric performance car, including the complex sound engineering behind the GT 4-Door Coupe and the glitzy, star-studded L.A. reveal event complete with Brad Pitt and Blink-182.
Transcribe →May 23, 2026 | Weekend Drive: Stellantis’ affordable product blitz; state of trade in 2026
May 2300:24:14Tap to summarizeOur panel breaks down Stellantis’ ambitious plan to launch 11 new models in North America by 2030, most under $40,000. Plus, a look at Automotive News’ series on the state of trade and tariffs in 2026 ahead of USMCA negotiations.
Transcribe →May 22, 2026 | Motor oil shortage worsens; Ram's Maverick challenger coming in 2028
May 2200:19:40Tap to summarizeArnold Gacita, president of Petra Automotive Products, talks about the growing motor oil shortage linked to the Iran war that is hitting dealerships and service centers. Ram will bring a compact pickup to challenge Ford’s Maverick in 2028. Plus, Stellantis sees opportunities for its idled Brampton plant.
Transcribe →May 21st, 2026 | Stellantis’ $70B turnaround plan; Mitsubishi's dealership exodus
May 2100:21:29Tap to summarizeStellantis unveils plans for nine vehicles under $40,000 by 2030. Nissan eyes importing Chinese-made vehicles to Canada. Plus, Automotive News’ Urvaksh Karkaria explains why Mitsubishi has cut 56 dealerships since 2019.
Transcribe →May 20th, 2026 | Hyundai overhauls service operations; Mercedes-AMG's first EV
May 2000:19:18Tap to summarizeHyundai is overhauling its service operations after years at the bottom of customer satisfaction surveys. Mitsubishi’s dealer network is shrinking fast. Plus, Mercedes-AMG unveils its first all-electric performance car.
Transcribe →May 19th, 2026 | Ford wants to supply military; the dos and don’ts of retail AI contracts
May 1900:13:30Tap to summarizeFord is in talks to supply pickups to the military. After years of tightening standards, subprime lending is on the rise once again. Plus, Steve Greenfield of Automotive Ventures shares advice for dealers navigating the artificial intelligence landscape.
Transcribe →May 18th, 2026 | Used EV sales surge; automakers, suppliers getting along better
May 1800:20:33Tap to summarizeElena Ciccotelli, host of the “EVs for Everyone” podcast, and Cox Automotive’s Stephanie Valdez Streaty talk about surging used electric vehicle sales in April. Automakers and suppliers improve their relationships for the first time in 26 years. Plus, Stellantis partners with Dongfeng in France.
Transcribe →May 16, 2026 | Weekend Drive: Toyota's $2B Texas plant; Ford's supplier crackdown
May 1600:23:16Tap to summarizeAutomotive News reporters Larry Vellequette and Michael Martinez discuss Toyota’s potential $2 billion Texas assembly plant, Ford cracking down on suppliers over quality and costs, and the latest electric vehicle strategy shifts from Honda, Mazda and Subaru.
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