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Ram Lowballs Its Way to Top of Most-Watched Auto Ads List

Carmakers chose between spending big on NFL placements or spending less on other programming, according to iSpot.tv.

By Wards Staff • Sept. 30, 2022

Autoline Daily 2022: Top Industry News for Sept. 29

Porsche IPO Off to Strong Start; GM Using New Battery Tech; Citroen Oli is Wild Lightweight EV Concept

Sept. 29, 2022

Kettering University Student Learning Center to Boost Image, Campus Experience

Kettering University adds a $63 million state-of-the-art student study and collaboration center. As the institution climbs in the rankings, the new building brings it firmly into the 21st century.

By David Kiley • Sept. 29, 2022

Autoline Daily 2022: Top Industry News for Sept. 28

BMW Reveals First-Ever XM; U.S. Can Start Building Charging Network; Ford Unveils New F-Series Super Duty

Sept. 28, 2022

Autoline Daily 2022: Top Industry News for Sept. 27

Hertz Taps Oil Giant for EV Chargers; Chevy Boosts Silverado HD’s Diesel Power; Citroen Debuts New Logo

Sept. 27, 2022

Autoline Daily 2022: Top Industry News for Sept. 26

EU Could Ban PHEVs; Tesla Model Y Has Best BEV Resale Value in China; Toyota Ends Production in Russia

Sept. 26, 2022

Autoline Daily 2022: Top Industry News for Sept. 23

Ford Raids Silicon Valley for Talent; VW Concept Anticipates AV Travel; Mahle’s IC Components for H2 Engines

Sept. 23, 2022

Will OEMs Compete With Dealers for Used-Car Sales?

While the new-car “agency” model is getting all the attention, there are other disturbing trends afoot in some global OEMs’ efforts to “remake” distribution that so far in the U.S. have gone unnoticed. One is the control and retailing of used vehicles.

By John F. Possumato • Sept. 23, 2022

Autoline Daily 2022: Top Industry News for Sept. 22

GM Steps Up Battery Recycling; Tesla Sells $250 CCS Adapter; Toyota Says Fuel Cells Ready to Replace Diesels

Sept. 22, 2022

Autoline Daily 2022: Top Industry News for Sept. 21

Chinese Battery Company to Invest in U.S.; Hertz To Buy 175,000 GM EVs; NTSB Wants Drunk Driver Monitor

Sept. 21, 2022

Refrigerant Supports OEMs’ Environmental Transformation

Following years of technical and safety evaluations, the global auto industry decided HFO-1234yf was the best choice to provide environmentally compliant, safe and efficient cabin cooling.

By Rick Winick • Sept. 21, 2022

Are Clouds in Forecast for Blue Sky Dealership Values?

Scarcity of new cars and trucks is the biggest driver of record new-vehicle profits per unit, and record dealership profits overall. Dealership sellers and dealership buyers differ on whether today’s high-demand, low-supply environment can be sustained.

By Jim Henry • Sept. 21, 2022

Autoline Daily 2022: Top Industry News for Sept. 20

Dodge EV Muscle Cars Delayed; Tesla Cranks Shanghai Up to 1 Million+/Year; Will Ram EV Use Range Extender?

Sept. 20, 2022

Study Links Car Sales Success to Digital Due Diligence

Megadealers tout their internet savviness, but some respond faster than others to digital customer inquiries, says a Pied Piper mystery shopping study.

By Steve Finlay • Sept. 20, 2022

Autoline Daily 2022: Top Industry News for Sept. 19

Automakers Surprised by EV Demand; CATL Develops Battery Swapping for Semis; ONE Battery Hits 1000 Wh/L

Sept. 19, 2022

Global Dexterity: Your International Talent Leadership Differentiator

Global Dexterity: Your International Talent Leadership Differentiator". What is global dexterity and why is this concept important in the modern workplace? GlobalAutoIndustry.com's Ron Hesse talks with Andy Molinsky, Professor of Organizational Behavior and Management at Brandeis University’s International Business School, who gives advice to professionals moving to a different country for work, and how they can adjust successfully to their new environment.

Sept. 19, 2022

Autoline Daily 2022: Top Industry News for Sept. 16

Lithium Prices Set New Record; Lincoln Loses Dealers as It Goes Electric; Ram Ready for Mid-Size Pickup

Sept. 16, 2022

Autoline Daily 2022: Top Industry News for Sept. 15

Ford Reveals All-New Mustang; Tesla Scraps German Battery Plans; GMC Adds More Hummer EV Reservations

Sept. 15, 2022

Autoline Daily 2022: Top Industry News for Sept. 14

Ferrari Unveils First SUV; GM’s Cruise Develops Own Chips for AVs; Ram Axes Diesel Powered 1500

Sept. 14, 2022

Strong U.S. Dollar Could Weaken U.S. Auto Industry Exports

The strengthening U.S. dollar could lower the price of Canadian vehicle exports in the U.S., which – for passenger vehicles (other than buses) – have been falling.

By Keith Nuthall • Sept. 14, 2022

Autoline Daily 2022: Top Industry News for Sept. 13

New Toyota EV Coming in 2024; Honda Taking Electrification to 2 Wheels; Peugeot 1st with BEV Wagon

Sept. 13, 2022

Shout-out to Showroom VIPs (and It’s Not the Salespersons)

Prepare for your customers’ visits and test drives to ensure they feel like special guests.

By Tiffany Peeler • Sept. 13, 2022

Autoline Daily 2022: Top Industry News for Sept. 12

EVs Catching On Faster Than Expected; Russia Threatens EU Industrial Base; Ford Tells Dealers To Slash Costs

Sept. 12, 2022

Global Automotive M&A Ventures and Why Brands are Vital for Success

"Global Automotive M&A Ventures and Why Brands are Vital for Success". What is driving M&A deals; why is this important from a brand perspective; what is brand equity; and what are important financial elements to get right in an M&A deal? GlobalAutoIndustry.com's Ron Hesse talks with Chris Bowers, CEO and Agency Principal of London and Detroit-based CMB Automotive Marketing.

Sept. 12, 2022

Autoline Daily 2022: Top Industry News for Sept. 9

Mercedes & Rivian Join Forces; Tesla To Refine Lithium In U.S.; BMW Launches Battery Building Spree

Sept. 9, 2022