Automakers & Suppliers EPA to revise proposed freeze of vehicle fuel economy rules The head of the EPA said Thursday the agency would revise its proposed freeze of vehicle fuel economy standards before unveiling final regulations in the coming months. Mobility Report Uber files for long-awaited stock offering Uber, in a filing that’s expected to be the biggest U.S. IPO in 2019, warned of slowing growth in its core ride-hailing business -- revenues have leveled off in recent quarters -- and said autonomous vehicles could dramatically lower operating costs but also disrupt its business model. Automakers & Suppliers Tesla, Panasonic moderate expansion plans for battery factory Tesla and Panasonic are tempering expansion plans for the massive battery factory they’ve plugged billions into the last few years, deepening concerns about demand for the carmaker’s EVs. Manufacturing China's Geely launches EV brand called 'Geometry' Geely's move comes as automakers race to develop vehicles powered by means other than gasoline to meet an expected rise in demand as China enforces official production quotas designed to reduce smog. Politics EU clears way for start of formal trade talks with U.S. European Union countries gave initial clearance to start formal trade talks with the United States, a move designed but not guaranteed to smooth strained relations between the world's two largest economies. Future Product Chevy to reveal next-gen, midengine Corvette in July Chevrolet plans to unwrap the next-generation Corvette, featuring a midengine layout for the first time, in July. GM President Mark Reuss, who also heads the automaker's global product development programs, posted an image of the eighth-generation Corvette -- the C8 -- on his Facebook page late Thursday. Retail GMC launches CarbonPro truck bed on Sierra General Motors is ready to launch its industry first carbon fiber bed on the GMC Sierra pickup. Pricing for the option was not disclosed. Disasters Vintage Porsche collection damaged in fatal N.C. gas explosion One of the top collections of vintage Porsche cars in the world was severely damaged by a deadly gas-pipeline explosion in North Carolina, according to local news reports. Politics Senator suggests Trump’s auto-tariff analysis not 'professional' A report that could lead to auto tariffs is likely not being released by the White House because it lacks rigor and could deal a political setback for President Trump, a top Republican senator said. Automakers & Suppliers Honda moves into a glass house to stir mobility ideas To encourage Detroit-area engineers and startups to collaborate on new mobility ideas, Honda has come down from its tall tower to let people look in its windows. PM NEWSCAST Blast damages vintage Porsches ? GMC Sierra carbon fiber bed ? Dim view on tariff report ? Bear walks into Denso plant See all PM Newscasts AM Newscast Ghosn health issues raised ? UAW tries again at VW plant ? Subaru to show Outback redo ? Helping humans 'bond' with AI See all First Shift Special Video Report Florida BMW, Mini stores cash in on 24/7 online parts sales Speed, accuracy and a focus on customer care are fueling a thriving online parts business at Ferman BMW and Ferman Mini of Tampa Bay. Opinion Prepare for a rough ride ahead Wall Street lets Lyft skip profit step The PACE of innovation in North America A tipping point for vehicle connectivity More Opinion stories ? Best Practices Dealer uses meditation to tackle stress on the sales floor Dealerships' cybersecurity plan targets vendors Sponsored Content Provided By Ally VIDEO: Take action to create a welcoming workplace More Best Practices stories ? Cars & Concepts Subaru's redesigned Outback to debut in New York Bentley teases Flying Spur successor New pickups come with ordinary interiors at luxury car prices EV maker Bordrin skips flash, keeps real-car focus Ford Escape's new, high-tech turbo three: A game changer? Access F&I F&I profits hold steady for dealers Exeter Finance to pay $6 million for financing 'unfair' auto loans CFPB: 'All options on table' for enforcing Wells Fargo order Where do I e-sign? More Access F&I stories ? This Week's Issue In Q1, Ram outsold Silverado to take over 2nd place in pickup sales UAW filing cites overdue payments for training centers Napleton retains all stores in FCA settlement Ford plans to split the compact crossover segment More stories from this week's issue ? BLOGS Ford Escape's new, high-tech turbo three: A game changer? Fiat 500 will go full electric next year, report says If at first you can't sell EVs, at least try Is Chevy's midengine Corvette too powerful? More Blogs ? FIXED OPS JOURNAL Porsche, Buick tops in service, Power study finds Most dealerships still fumble sales-to-service handoff More Fixed Ops Journal stories ? NEW TECH Ford's parking gets more hands-off What: Active Park Assist 2.0 Where: 2020 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer Tech source: Valeo Automotive News this month is taking a look at emerging New Tech: Those innovations unimagined or not commercially viable just 10 years ago that engineers are now translating into mass production. Suppliers ArcelorMittal is spinning Honda's help into gold Honda helped ArcelorMittal create a new approach to making a safer door ring. Now, ArcelorMittal is marketing the concept to other automakers. Manufacturing China's JAC says it has not held talks with Volkswagen JAC Motors said it had not held talks with Volkswagen after Reuters reported that the German auto giant was interested in taking a stake in its Chinese electric vehicle JV partner. Carlos Ghosn Scandal Ghosn's arrest interrupts kidney failure care, defense team says Carlos Ghosn's latest arrest interrupted his care for chronic kidney failure, which has plagued the former Nissan because of treatment for high cholesterol, Reuters reported. Manufacturing UAW takes another shot at organizing VW plant in Tenn. The UAW said in a petition the union would cover "all full-time and regular part-time production and maintenance employees" at Volkswagen's Chattanooga assembly plant. Suppliers Zeroing in on what stinks Aryballe Technologies, a French food and cosmetics industry tech supplier, is developing a sensor to identify errant smells in a vehicle. Retail Chevy dealership salesman suspected of kidnapping, robbing customer of $200K, document says Investigators in Chattanooga requested a warrant to seize the bank account of a Chevrolet salesman suspected of kidnapping a disabled customer in Tennessee and taking nearly $200,000 from his accounts. Dealers Moreno sells Ohio dealerships to Canada's Rafih Longtime Ohio dealer Bernie Moreno has sold several Cleveland area luxury dealerships to Rafih Auto Group of Windsor, Ontario. Dealers Maritz partners with Northwood to acquaint students with the auto industry The partnership includes an internship program that is expected to run this summer and a scholarship program that is in the works. Regulation & Safety Ford recalls F-150, Super Duty trucks a second time for fire risk Ford is recalling about 327,000 pickups in North America equipped with engine block heaters because cable splice connectors might have inadvertently been damaged during a service procedure for a previous recall and now pose a fire risk. Mobility Velodyne rides the Alpha Puck into new business Velodyne Lidar has a new flagship for its surround-view sensors, and its name is Alpha Puck. 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