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American Axle ‘Growing Faster Than Our Industry’
CEO David Dauch talks about growth prospects in Thailand, expansion of non-GM business, the future of manufacturing in the U.S. and the significance of Jeep Cherokee’s EcoTrac AWD system.
Dec. 9, 2013 -
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Searching for the Next BRIC
From an automotive production standpoint, MIST will not come close to equaling the BRIC nations in the foreseeable future, a WardsAuto/AutomotiveCompass forecast predicts.
Dec. 9, 2013 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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TrendlineAutomotive Manufacturing
Production strategies are changing rapidly as tariffs and shifts in consumer buying patterns affect the industry.
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New 4-Cyl., Independent Suspension Keys to Revamped Mustang’s Potential
Ford isn’t revealing any sales goals, but international markets will be a big driver in whether the new Mustang is considered a success. It hits U.S. showrooms in fall 2014, then will roll out in Europe in first-half 2015 and in the Asia/Pacific in the second half of the year.
By David Zoia Editor • Dec. 5, 2013 -
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November U.S. LV Sales Surge to 6-Year-High SAAR
November’s results returned light-vehicle sales close to the upward trend underway prior to hitting temporary bumps in September and October, putting the year on track for 15.6 million units.
By Haig Stoddard • Dec. 3, 2013 -
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Darling’s Auto Group Lot Zombies
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.A dealership group spoofs aggressive car salespeople in a series of videos. (See related story: To Stand Out, Dealership Group Delves Into C...
Dec. 2, 2013 -
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CSI Stinks; Let’s Talk Loyalty
People most likely to fill out long Customer Satisfaction Index surveys are disgruntled customers.
By Michael A. Esposito • Dec. 2, 2013 -
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Study Says Men and Women Like Different Car Colors
Sometimes going for the gold isn’t a good idea. Gold-colored cars rank low in residual values.
By Steve Finlay • Nov. 27, 2013 -
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WardsAuto Flashback – November 2013
Ward’s and Goodyear join forces, hunters disrupt war output, Jeep plans civilian entry and Chrysler buys Briggs in November news from the WardsAuto archives
By Al Binder • Nov. 26, 2013 -
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Executive Defends Evolutionary Mini Design
The Mini Cooper designers insisted on retaining certain characteristics – the soft edges, circular headlamps, short overhangs, tall roofline and go-cart handling – and BMW board member Peter Schwarzenbauer is glad they did.
Nov. 20, 2013 -
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Mexico LV Sales See October Boost
Asian makes again outpace brands with a 4.5% year-over-year October sales gain and an 11.8% increase for the year.
By Al Binder • Nov. 19, 2013 -
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U.S. Big Trucks Post Strong Month in October
Class 8 deliveries up 11.3% year-over-year
By Paul Zajac • Nov. 14, 2013 -
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Canada Inaugurates Biomaterials Development Program
The program’s goal is to turn agricultural and forestry byproducts into new materials that can be made into sustainable, durable green products for use in next-generation automobiles and building materials.
By Alan Harman • Nov. 11, 2013 -
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SEMA Show Grows From Quick-See Expo to Auto Extravaganza
The annual aftermarket trade show attracts 130,000 car enthusiasts and fills a huge convention center.
By Steve Finlay • Nov. 6, 2013 -
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Employers Who Snoop Online Run Risks
Despite potential advantages, there are several reasons to steer clear of using social media as an HR tool.
By Michael Gifford • Nov. 5, 2013 -
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Lower Cost Key to Magnesium’s Lightweighting Uses
The industry target is to use an average of 350 lbs. of magnesium components in vehicles by 2020. This would significantly lower the weight of the average car from the current 3,360 lbs.
By Herb Shuldiner 1 • Nov. 4, 2013 -
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VWA Sales Drop, But CEO Calls for Patience
There’s some concern consumer confidence remains shaky following the government shutdown that tempered showroom traffic in the first half of October, and that could have negative effect on auto sales through the end of 2013, the automaker says.
By David Zoia Editor • Nov. 1, 2013 -
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WardsAuto Flashback – October 2013
WAR forecast calls for 4-million build, Hudson introduces new Country Club, Toyota dedicates new U.S. plant and more October News from the WardsAuto Archives.
By Al Binder • Oct. 31, 2013 -
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The Auto Industry’s Existential Threat
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.It’s impressive to watch the growth of the global automotive industry. Total production will reach about 84 million vehicles this year, a st...
By John McElroy 1 • Oct. 29, 2013 -
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Consumer Reports: Infotainment System Woes May Be Underreported
Older buyers may be less likely than younger buyers to fully explore all the features available in today’s in-vehicle infotainment systems.
Oct. 29, 2013 -
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North American Third-Quarter Capacity Utilization 93%
Ford was the only major automaker to reach 100% capacity utilization in the period and is forecast to top that mark in the fourth quarter.
By Haig Stoddard • Oct. 29, 2013 -
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Asian Makes Still Most Reliable, Consumer Reports Says
Audi, GMC and Volvo enter the top 10 of the consumer magazine’s annual reliability survey.
Oct. 28, 2013 -
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Dealers Amp Up Local Economies
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Greater New York City auto dealers want something known: They are a big part of the Big Apple’s economy.Dealers across the rolling Republic ...
By Steve Finlay 2 • Oct. 25, 2013 -
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Riding Shotgun in the ’14 Chevy Camaro Z/28
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.MILFORD, MI – No automotive journalist likes riding shotgun. So when a handful of us arrived at the General Motors proving ground outside of...
By James Amend • Oct. 22, 2013 -
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Inergy Invests Heavily in New Tank Plant
Plastic fuel tanks are big business for Inergy, the world’s No.1 producer, with 21% global share. A new plant in metro Detroit cements Inergy’s relationship with Ford.
Oct. 18, 2013 -
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Canada Big Trucks Fall 6.4% in September
Total medium-duty sales fell 20.2%, as deliveries in Classes 6 and 7 offset small gains in Classes 4 and 5.
By Paul Zajac • Oct. 11, 2013
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