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GM’s retooled Orion plant won’t launch as all-EV factory, report says | GM Q1 net income slips 6.6% | How Trump plans to reduce impact of auto tariffs | Volvo's challenges | Braman plans skyscrapers on Miami dealership campus

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Tuesday, April 29, 2025

GM's retooled Orion plant won't launch as all-EV factory amid changing plans

The long-delayed Orion Assembly Plant will not launch as a fully electric vehicle factory as General Motors had planned while undertaking a $4 billion retooling and expansion.

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GM net income declines as tariffs spoil 2025 guidance

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Trump to reduce impact of auto tariffs, U.S. Commerce secretary says

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Porsche cuts outlook as U.S. tariffs, China weakness hit in Q1

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Sonic Automotive buys out longtime partner in Volvo dealership

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Is Your Dealership Ready for a Safety Audit? Safety isn't just about avoiding fines - it's about protecting your team, reputation, and bottom line. A compliant dealership is a smart dealership.

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Hendrick Automotive to buy Chevy, GMC stores

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Volvo eyes $1.87B in cost cuts to protect profits

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New Volvo CEO faces multiple tariff-related challenges

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Porsche stops dealer shipments amid tariffs; EV angst easing

Porsche dealers say they have not received shipments of new vehicles from U.S. ports for several weeks. Nissan is upping U.S. Rogue production by 56 percent. Plus, McKinsey partners Philipp Kampshoff and Patrick Hertzke talk about the company's new consumer pulse survey that suggests more EV drivers are happy with their choice.

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