Episode

June 8th, 2026 | Honda refreshes key models; Loren McDonald on why EV trucks flopped

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Automotive News Daily Drive
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Jun 8, 2026
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Summary

Honda is refreshing the Accord and Passport, and American Honda’s product planning chief says customers will feel like they’re seeing new models. Auto executives met with President Donald Trump to discuss the right-to-repair bill. Plus, Chargenomics CEO Loren McDonald breaks down why the F-150 Lightning, Silverado electric vehicle and Cybertruck all underperformed.