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Summer Sales Top Most-Seen Auto Ads Chart Again

First place for the week of May 27 goes to Nissan’s Summer of SUVs Sales Event spot, which promotes special savings on ’19 Rogue and Kicks models.

By Jim Irwin • June 5, 2019

Increasing EV Sales May Boost Need for Roadside Service

Roadside service benefits many people, both providers and stranded motorists.

By Jeff Blecher and Luis Quiroga • June 5, 2019

Explore the Trendline➔

Automotive Manufacturing

Production strategies are changing rapidly as tariffs and shifts in consumer buying patterns affect the industry.

By WardsAuto staff

Inventing the Smart Car

Vehicles of tomorrow will be wizards, thanks to AI.

By Madhu Mathihalli • May 31, 2019

A Few Words on Power of Words

Choosing the right words is not difficult. But it takes practice and attentiveness.

By Richard Libin • May 21, 2019

Autoline Daily: Top Industry News for May 20

Mercedes Packs New Tech Into Prototype; Ford Employees Preparing for Layoffs; Value of Content Comparison

May 20, 2019

Autoline Daily: Top Industry News for May 17

Ford Making Progress on Hybrids; Top 5 Automotive Suppliers; Peugeot Interested in JLR

May 17, 2019

Experts Say New Emissions Standards Will Boost EVs

The European Union’s tougher emissions standards mean “the product mix will inevitably start to change towards EVs and potentially in the longer run, hydrogen or fuel-cell powertrains,” industry-watcher Jim Saker says.

By Liz Newmark • May 15, 2019

Autoline Daily: Industry News for May 13

2020 Toyota Supra Details; BAIC Wants to Buy Stake in Daimler; Dealer Inventory Expensive

May 13, 2019

Autoline Daily: Industry News for May 10

Ford Creates Self-Driving Robot; Sales Slump Continues in China; Tesla Durability Remarkably Good

May 10, 2019

U.S., Take Note: Mexico Emerging as World Trade Power

The new U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement has ended concerns over Mexican access to the U.S. market. In addition, the imposition of U.S. tariffs on China has sharply strengthened Mexico’s appeal as a manufacturing hub.

By Alejandro A. Rodriguez, Lou Longo • May 1, 2019

Autoline Daily: Industry News for April 24

Ford Invests in Rivian; Waymo Picks Facility in Detroit; LED Headlamps Increasing CO2

April 24, 2019

GST Autoleather Opens Chinese Finishing Facility

Jiaxing, described by GST Autoleather as China’s largest leather production and trading base, becomes home to one of the Michigan-based company’s 14 global locations.

By Jim Irwin • April 24, 2019

CVTs Still JATCO’s Bread and Butter

While bullish about the CVT market going forward – he sees at least 20 more years before full electrification adversely impacts JATCO’s main business – the electrification trend will continue, JATCO President and CEO Teruaki Nakatsuka says.

By Roger Schreffler • April 24, 2019

Autoline Daily 2019: Top Industry News for April 23

Tesla Autopilot Capabilities Grow; PSA Continues to Turn Opel Around; Ford Trademarks the Name "Scout"

April 23, 2019

New Avis Partnership Takes Pain Out Of Parking By Putting It In App

Rental car company partners with parking service provider Arrive to help drivers find, reserve and pay for parking to save time and money, while businesses can better manage travel expenses.

By Doug Newcomb • April 23, 2019

GPS Spoofing Mystery Affirms Need for Protection

The spoofing of GPS systems at the Geneva Motor Show gave us an unfortunate example of how vulnerable vehicles are to “spoofery.”

By Roi Mit • April 23, 2019

Autoline Daily: Top Industry News for April 22

Honda Cuts Accord Production; Jose Munoz Joins Hyundai; BYD Creates Electric Supercar

April 22, 2019

Winning the Talent War in a Changing Industry

With outside pressures threatening long-established organizations such as those in the automotive industry, in addition to an increased pool of employer options, it is critical for companies to create an authentic, trusted brand that embodies its employees’ experiences.

By Janet Tabor • April 22, 2019

Genesis Mints New Concept in New York

“Innovative UX” can be found inside the all-electric coupe, including seven screens mounted on or around the steering wheel.

By Christie Schweinsberg • April 16, 2019

Mitsubishi’s U.S. Chief Has Big Plans for Brand

Mitsubishi is targeting “90-plus” percent coverage of the U.S. market, says Fred Diaz, president and CEO of Mitsubishi Motors of America. “With this coverage, I know for a fact we can double our sales,” he says – without specifying a time frame.

By Jim Henry • April 16, 2019

Insane Way to Recruit Car Dealership Sales Pros

The negotiating culture is a hurdle young and talented people aren’t going to consider leaping over.

By Mark Rikess of Rikess Group • April 15, 2019

Aston Martin Supercars Pair Off

Aston Martin is building 19 units each of the futuristic DBS GT Zagato and the throwback DB4 GT Zagato Continuation to each customer’s specifications. The “DBZ Centenary Collection” will be sold in pairs.

By Giancarlo Perini • April 11, 2019

Brazil Auto Industry Pleased Incentives Plan Intact

Route 2030, a 14-year offer of tax credits worth billions of dollars to auto and auto-parts manufacturers in Brazil, has been eagerly anticipated as the industry struggles to grow sustainably following the country’s exit from recession in 2017.

By Ciara Long • April 10, 2019

Citroën Gearing Up to Enter India Market

CEO Linda Jackson says the brand will introduce a range of entirely new models, with the first of them slated to come to market by the end of 2021.

By Paul Myles • April 8, 2019

Chevy Lands Twice on Most-Seen Auto Ads Chart

The No.1 ad for the week of March 25 showcases real Chevy owners (not actors) who recently have switched to the brand, and the fourth-place commercial shows how people from all walks of life depend on the Chevy Silverado.

By Jim Irwin • April 3, 2019