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Hiroshi Okuda, who led Toyota's climb as a global automaker, dies at 93

Hiroshi Okuda, the former chief executive of Toyota, who was instrumental in the automaker's global expansion and the development of the gas-electric hybrid Prius, has died at 93. Okuda served as president and chairman from 1995 to 2006, leading Toyota's push for fuel-efficiency and …

Will GM’s 20-Year SAIC China EV Pact Reshape General Motors' (GM) Global Technology Narrative?

General Motors and SAIC Motor have extended their SAIC-GM joint venture in China by 20 years to 2047, committing to launch at least 30 new energy vehicles by 2030 and to use China-developed technologies for both domestic and overseas markets. This shift from one-way …

Samsung buys out General Motors’ stake in St. Joseph County battery plant

Samsung has acquired General Motors' stake in a battery plant located in St. Joseph County, Indiana, making it Samsung's first independently operated battery production base in North America. The plant, initially a joint venture announced in 2023, will now produce high-tech batteries for energy …

Motorola Solutions Inc. stock outperforms competitors on strong trading day

Motorola Solutions Inc. (MSI) saw its stock rise by 1.06% to $466.86 on Tuesday, outperforming the broader market which experienced a dismal trading session with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both falling. This increase broke a two-day losing streak for the …

Motorola Solutions Cvp, CAO Sold Shares Worth Over $823K

Katherine A. Maher, CVP and CAO of Motorola Solutions (MSI), sold shares worth over $823,500 in four transactions on August 7, 2026. The sales occurred at an average price of $469.891 per share. After these transactions, Maher retained direct ownership of 671 shares and …

Sharda Motor Industries uploads Q1FY27 earnings call recording

Toyota Stock Defies 508,354-Vehicle Recall as Shares Rise

This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Toyota Motor (NYSE:TM), the global automaker behind Toyota and Lexus, faced a 508,354-vehicle U.S. recall Tuesday. The stock's reaction? Almost nothing. Toyota's U.S.-listed shares actually gained roughly 0.4% in regular-session trading as of 11:34 a.m. ET. According to …

Motorcar Parts of America (MPAA): Donald Smith & Co. discloses 6.54% ownership stake

Donald Smith & Co., Inc. has disclosed a beneficial ownership of 1,237,941 shares, or 6.54%, of Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. (MPAA) common stock through a Schedule 13G SEC filing. The investment adviser holds significant sole voting and dispositive power over these shares, with …

Axon Jumps After Earnings Beat and Analyst Target Hikes: Here’s The Next Catalyst Investors Are Waiting On

Quick Read Axon surged 6% after Q2 revenue of $904M beat estimates, with AI Era Plan revenue up nearly 700% and contracted bookings rising 41% to $15B. Motorola beat estimates and acquired counter-drone firm D-Fend for $1.5B, while Tyler Technologies has cratered 30% YTD …

Former Toyota chairman Hiroshi Okuda dies at 93

Investing.com -- Hiroshi Okuda, who led Toyota Motor Corp. as president and chairman during a period of global expansion in the late 1990s and early 2000s, died Tuesday, according to Japan's Kyodo News. He was 93. Okuda joined Toyota as the company was building …

The Motor & General Finance Limited Reports Earnings Results for the First Quarter Ended June 30, 2026

General Motors Dumps Another Major EV Battery Stake; GM Stock Rises

General Motors sold its stake in an Indiana EV battery plant to South Korea's Samsung SDI amid sluggish demand for electric cars. GM stock offered a trendline entry on Tuesday. Ford stock and Tesla stock also gained below key levels. Continue Reading

GM’s Samsung SDI Battery Deal Changes Shape as Indiana Plant Pivots to Energy Storage

General Motors (GM) and Samsung SDI have revised their battery partnership. While they will continue to co-develop next-generation prismatic battery cells for future EVs, Samsung SDI has acquired GM's stake in their Indiana plant. This plant will now primarily focus on producing batteries for …

Motorola Solutions Chairman & CEO Greg Brown to chair Hall of Fame's National Advisory Board

Greg Brown, Chairman and CEO of Motorola Solutions, has been appointed the first chair of the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s National Advisory Board. He will lead a 10-person panel of executives providing guidance for the Hall of Fame's "Evolve 2030" plan, a multimillion-dollar …

Judge refuses to throw out Ford lawsuit against Kentucky dealership over ownership transfer

A federal judge in Kentucky has allowed Ford Motor Co. to proceed with its breach-of-contract lawsuit against Pure Country Ford. The lawsuit alleges that the dealership transferred ownership interests without the automaker's authorization. This decision means Ford's claims can continue to be litigated.

Honda Invests in Quemix to Advance Quantum Computing Applications for Materials Research

Honda Motor has invested in Quemix to accelerate the development and deployment of quantum computing technologies, specifically for materials research. The companies have a history of collaboration, including joint work on quantum state readout technology and quantum algorithms for Density Functional Theory calculations. Quemix …

Honda’s Pioneer 700, Pioneer 520 Multipurpose Side-by-Sides Return for 2027, Delivering Exceptional Versatility

Honda has announced the return of its Pioneer 700 and Pioneer 520 side-by-sides for the 2027 model year, highlighting their versatility for both work and recreation. The Pioneer 700 will be available in six versions across two-seat and four-seat configurations, with prices ranging from …

Ex-Toyota chair Okuda, outsider who masterminded global footprint, dies at 93

Hiroshi Okuda, former chairman of Toyota Motor Corp, has died at 93. An outsider who became president in 1995, Okuda was instrumental in globalizing Toyota's operations, building overseas production bases, and championing the development of the Prius hybrid car. He was also known for …

Ford Shares Gain Following DBS Upgrade as Earnings Forecast Attracts Investors

Ford shares rose 1.9% after DBS upgraded the stock to Buy with a $17 price target, citing a stronger profit outlook. The upgrade follows Ford's increased 2026 adjusted EBIT forecast to $10 billion to $11 billion, though analyst sentiment remains divided on the company's …

Toyota recalls 655K Camrys over display error that may deactivate turn signals and other indicators

Toyota is recalling approximately 655,000 Camry vehicles globally, with over 508,000 in the U.S., due to a display error that can deactivate safety indicators like turn signals, hazard lights, and seat belt reminders. The affected 2025-2026 Camry Hybrid models have a 7-inch display combination …

Motor & General Finance sets book closure for 96th AGM

SiriusXM Canada returns to the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham with exclusive artist collaborations, live programming and INDYCAR coverage

Meyer Shank Racing entries feature exclusive Three Days Grace x SiriusXM Octane and Rolling Stone Canada race liveries SiriusXM airs live turn-by-turn broadcast of one of the biggest events on the NTT INDYCAR® Series calendar on Sunday, August 16 TORONTO, Aug. 11, 2026 /CNW/ …

Q1 Results: Tata Motors, HAL, Grasim Industries, Lenskart, IRCTC, VA Tech Wabag, GMR Airports to post earnings on Aug 12

Motor & General Finance Q1 Results: Net profit rises to ₹227 lakh

Future Ford Vehicles May Adjust Screens If Outsiders Get Too Curious

Ford has patented a new system that would allow future vehicles to adjust their display screens if they detect outsiders getting too close. This technology aims to protect sensitive information displayed in the cabin, such as account numbers or passwords, by warning the user …

Online Qualification Opens for Third Edition of Honda National Technician Contest

American Honda has opened online qualification for the third Honda National Technician Contest, seeking top technicians from Honda dealerships nationwide. The contest aims to identify eight finalists who will compete in person, with the ultimate goal of selecting two technicians to represent Team USA …

Erste Group Bank Predicts General Motors FY2027 Earnings

Motorcar Parts earnings missed by $0.90, revenue fell short of estimates

Motorcar Parts (NASDAQ: MPAA) reported first-quarter EPS of $-0.71, missing analyst estimates by $0.90. Revenue for the quarter was $168.02M, falling short of the consensus estimate of $183.39M. Despite the earnings miss, the stock is up 19.77% in the last three months but down …

Motorcar Parts Posts $13.4M Loss; Order Timing Hit Sales

Motorcar Parts of America (MPAA) reported a net loss of $13.4 million, or $0.71 per share, for Q1 fiscal 2027, compared to a net income in the prior year, primarily due to the timing of customer orders and competitor bankruptcy inventory liquidations. Despite the …

Ford Motor Company Names Mano Mannoochahr Chief AI and Data Officer

Ford Motor Company has appointed Mano Mannoochahr as its new Chief AI and Data Officer. Mannoochahr will be responsible for advancing Ford's AI and data capabilities, collaborating with various Ford divisions. He brings extensive experience from his previous roles at Verizon and Travelers, where …

Samsung SDI and GM Sign Battery Development Agreement

Samsung SDI and General Motors (GM) have signed a new agreement for battery development, deepening their strategic partnership. This collaboration builds on their existing relationship in the battery sector. The agreement is set to advance battery technology and production.

Samsung SDI Buys GM's Stake In Indiana Battery JV; In Deal To Jointly Develop Prismatic Batteries

(RTTNews) - South Korean battery maker Samsung SDI Co., Ltd. (006400.KS) announced Tuesday that it has ended joint ?venture agreement with General Motors Co. (GM) in Indiana, and acquired GM's 49.99% stake in the battery plant. Further, both companies entered into a new agreement …

Toyota to recall over 508,000 US vehicles over instrument cluster display issues

Toyota is recalling 508,354 vehicles in the U.S., including certain 2025-2026 Camry Hybrid models, due to an instrument cluster display issue. This flaw can prevent critical safety information from being shown, increasing the risk of accidents. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration stated that …

Pacer Advisors Inc. Sells 154,969 Shares of Lithia Motors, Inc. $LAD

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. $HMC Stock Holdings Lifted by Bank of America Corp DE

Bank of America Corp DE has increased its stake in Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (HMC) by 3.6% in the first quarter, now owning 2,834,932 shares worth $68.92 million. Several other institutional investors also adjusted their positions in HMC. The article also provides details on …

Tata Motors CV shares trade lower ahead of Q1 FY27 results: 5 things investors need to know