Automotive News rounds up its most significant stories from 2025, highlighting Stellantis’ strategic turnaround as a defining industry narrative, alongside key shifts in U.S. auto sales trends and a major emissions settlement by Mercedes-Benz. The recap examines how electric vehicle adoption, supply chain challenges, and regulatory pressures shaped the year’s headlines. Industry analysts and executives weigh in on the factors driving these developments, offering insight into what lies ahead for manufacturers and consumers alike. For those tracking the auto sector’s evolution, this retrospective provides a snapshot of the year’s pivotal moments.


First Shift: Automotive News’ top stories of 2025 Stellantis comeback story | U.S. auto sales forecast | Mercedes settles emissions case (Jake Neher) ...