Fearing the Ax, Instead He Had Lunch With Ford CEO

A veteran Ford manager writes a candid book about what’s wrong with the auto maker.

By Steve Finlay • Sept. 28, 2007

Ford Celebrates F-Series Anniversary With Special-Edition Trucks

The 60th anniversary F-150 and Super Duty will boast a 2-tone paint scheme of dark shadow gray over ebony, or a reverse color scheme.

By Ward's Staff • Sept. 27, 2007

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Cadillac Ready for Right-Hand Drive CTS Production

Among markets slated to get right-hand-drive CTS sedans are Australia and South Africa, both set to offer the car for the first time.

By Herb Shuldiner • Sept. 26, 2007

UAW Strikes GM Nationwide for First Time in 30 Years

The UAW blames the strike on GM, claiming the auto maker is not adequately addressing the issue of job security.

By James M. Amend and Eric Mayne • Sept. 24, 2007

GM Rolls Out Fresh Incentive Program Across Lineup

Called “Time to Buy,” the new program comes despite GM efforts to distance itself from incentives.

By Ward's Staff • Sept. 21, 2007

Ford Shakes Up Executive Ranks

Francisco Codina, group vice president, North American marketing, sales and service, will retire after 30 years of service.

By Ward's Staff • Sept. 20, 2007

New Toyota Corolla, Matrix to Debut at SEMA

November’s Los Angeles auto show will see the debut of the ’08 Sequoia fullsize SUV.

By Christie Schweinsberg • Sept. 19, 2007

Strike Shuts Down VW S. Africa Plant

Workers reportedly are demanding a 9% pay hike, while employers are offering 8.5%.

By Ward's Staff From Wires • Sept. 19, 2007

Indian JVs Push Nissan’s Global LCV Strategy

Nissan has the credentials to plug the gaps in Ashok Leyland’s market standing, as well as an opportunity to participate in India’s light commercial vehicle market.

By Sudhakar Shah • Sept. 18, 2007

EC Investigates Aid to Volvo’s Gent Plant

The EC is investigating whether the grant encourages Volvo to undertake additional training activities in support of a new medium-size vehicle platform to build Ford, Jaguar and Volvo cars.

By Alan Osborn • Sept. 17, 2007

Hyundai, Kia Address Sales Decline in China

Year-to-date, Hyundai’s sales are off 18.2% at 128,587 units, while Kia’s deliveries are down 17.6% to 64,937.

By Vince Courtenay • Sept. 13, 2007

Ford Awaits Public Reaction to Verve Concept

The Verve will be joined by two other B-car concepts that will be unveiled later this year, including one in Asia and one in the U.S.

By Byron Pope • Sept. 12, 2007

Winterkorn Outlines VW Plan for 12 New Vehicles

The U.S. market is Volkswagen Group’s “top strategic priority” going forward.

By Eric Mayne • Sept. 12, 2007

Ford to Take Control of Romanian Daewoo Plant

Ford has committed to spending €675 million to upgrade and modernize the plant, with plans to produce up to 300,000 small cars and 300,000 engines per year.

By Peter Homola • Sept. 12, 2007

Chrysler Unveils ’09 Dodge Journey With Eye on International Growth

Chrysler believes the ’09 Dodge Journey will emulate the Nitro’s success in moving the auto maker closer to its goal of doubling sales in Western Europe.

By James M. Amend • Sept. 12, 2007

GM Holden Makes Way for New Commodore at Elizabeth

The VZ Commodore and its earlier derivatives were critically important to securing GM Holden’s manufacturing base in Australia over the last decade.

By Alan Harman • Sept. 12, 2007

Porsche CEO Rebuts Greenpeace ‘Climate Pig’ Charge

A cutaway model of the Cayenne showing the German auto maker’s upcoming parallel hybrid powertrain is on display at the luxury brand’s auto show stand.

By William Diem • Sept. 11, 2007

Dealers Helped Convince Chrysler to Hire Jim Press

Toyota’s top American executive “became a very attractive candidate” as a result of dealers’ talks with Chrysler CEO Robert Nardelli.

By Steve Finlay • Sept. 11, 2007

Small-Town Chrysler Dealer Speaks Out

Octogenarian Duane Schultz has seen a lot in his neighborhood – and beyond – selling cars for the last 60 years.

By Mac Gordon • Sept. 11, 2007

Things Looking Up at Volkswagen

The proposed B-segment vehicle would be VW’s first rear-engine car since the Beetle.

By Eric Mayne • Sept. 10, 2007

Honda Doesn’t Try to Undercut Competitors With Accord

Accord pricing has increased approximately $600, or 2.5%, on a sales weighted basis from ’07 to ’08.

By Ward's Staff • Sept. 10, 2007

Suzuki Gets Emotional With New SX4 Sport

The new sedan is the latest example of today’s affordable compacts that are sporty and stylish.

By Steve Finlay • Sept. 10, 2007

Press Departure a Blow, But Unlikely to Slow Toyota

Toyota’s No.1 American executive likely wanted to get back to his roots by being involved in the sales and marketing side of the business, analysts and dealers say.

By Christie Schweinsberg • Sept. 6, 2007

Focus-Based Kuga CUV Ready to Roll

Despite its off-road ability, the Kuga will put the accent on “driving quality,” Ford says.

By Ward's Staff • Sept. 5, 2007

Chrysler Warranty Program Shows Promise

The program is among the reasons why, despite a devastating housing-market downturn, Chrysler remains confident in the wake of August’s sales decline.

By Eric Mayne • Sept. 5, 2007