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State development documents show Audi is considering adding about $3B and 3,000 jobs by 2033 to its planned $4B Macon-area plant (4,500 jobs, ~200,000 SUVs/year), as reported by Reuters. The added capacity remains under consideration, not a confirmed source of dealer supply.
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The other stories from Friday, November 6, 2026.
Tesla plans to wind down Texas Cybertruck production around mid-2027 for Cybercab capacity. It has not confirmed a new truck production site.
Read the full summary →Toyota priced the 2027 RAV4 hybrid from $32,300 and plug-in from $42,100. Their arrival dates differ.
Read the full summary →The 2027 Tundra starts at $42,890 with new equipment and a Trailhunter package, due at dealers this fall.
Read the full summary →BMW cut its full-year auto margin outlook again while keeping its automotive free-cash-flow target.
Read the full summary →Hyundai recalled 37,901 vehicles for software that may deactivate airbags and pretensioners. Dealers will update affected vehicles free.
Read the full summary →Jeep unveiled a CJ-8-inspired Wrangler Scrambler SRT concept at SEMA, with independent front suspension and reversible rear seats.
Read the full summary →Group 1's F&I revenue fell more than consolidated income per deal. Its U.S.-only per-unit figure covers a different scope.
Read the full summary →Lifetime loan interest remains sharply above 2019 levels. The selling price alone does not show the full borrowing cost.
Read the full summary →CarMax is pairing Tier 2 lending and protection plans with long-term growth goals. Those goals are not completed gains.
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