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A jury has awarded nearly $256.5 million to a California auto dealership owner who claimed Nissan had a secret plan to put him out of business during the recession.

General Motors Co. was accused in a lawsuit by owners of diesel-powered trucks of using illegal emissions software that allowed the vehicles to bypass government emissions tests and pollute far beyond legal limits on the road.

More executives changes are coming at the automaker.

More executives changes are coming at the automaker.

The latest on developments in financial markets (All times local): 9:35 a.m.

The latest on developments in financial markets (All times local): 9:35 a.m.

Stocks that moved substantially or traded heavily Wednesday: Intuit Inc., up $8.68 to $137.83

Ford's sudden move to replace Mark Fields with Jim Hackett reflects potentially negative developments inside the automaker, Moody’s said in a new report.

Geely is set to acquire a controlling stake in Lotus, the British sports car maker.

Geely is set to acquire a controlling stake in Lotus, the British sports car maker.

A certified pre-owned vehicle costs more than a regular used car, but it can give buyers some peace of mind in an often murky market.

Ford issued two recalls spanning 3,000 vehicles in North America, including F-150 and Super Duty trucks.

The Latest on a jury awarding more than $256 million in a lawsuit against Nissan (all times local): 3:15 p.m.

The Latest on a jury awarding more than $256 million in a lawsuit against Nissan (all times local): 3:15 p.m.

“Wild Ride” author Adam Lashinsky said Tuesday the regulatory issues and human perception are the two biggest reasons why driverless cars are not widely available.

“Wild Ride” author Adam Lashinsky said Tuesday the regulatory issues and human perception are the two biggest reasons why driverless cars are not widely available.

Ford's new CEO, Jim Hackett, revealed a little about his plans — and a lot about himself — when he talked to media after his appointment.

The U.S. government filed a lawsuit against Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, accusing it of using undisclosed software to skirt diesel emissions rules.

Harley-Davidson, which has received praise from President Trump, confirmed that it will open a new plant in Thailand in late 2018.