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Episode 759 - Q4 May Beat Expectations, Toyota's Leg Up, Remembering Bill Mitchell
October sales numbers reveal that the fourth quarter may end up better than we thought. Toyota gets in the robot game with an exo-skeleton that assists in…
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Episode 758 – The Diesels Are Coming Investment Advice, Save the Whales No, Save the Scrap
Lars Ulrich, the head of diesel marketing for Bosch in North America, says diesel sales will hit a critical mass sometime in the middle of this decade…
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Episode 757 - VW Already No.1, MINI Roadster Introduced, Renault Pulse Revealed
Volkswagen set a goal of becoming No. 1 in the world by 2018, but it looks like the company could get there this year. MINI is introducing a roadster version…
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Episode 756 - Muller Done with Saab, Caterham Goes to India, Opel is Amped Up
Victor Muller has thrown in the towel, agreeing to sell Saab to the Chinese. Caterham wants a piece of the Indian pie as it moves to build cars in the…
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Episode 755 – VW’s Awesome Numbers, PSA to Trim Workforce, Ford Ranger Aces Euro NCAP
Volkswagen posted astounding numbers in the third quarter, with a HUGE jump in revenue. French automaker PSA is finally taking steps to reduce its workforce as…
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Episode 754 – Ford Slips in Q3, Voo-Doo Quality Surveys, Honda Poised for a Comeback
Ford has a good quarter but slips a bit in Europe and elsewhere. Meanwhile, the company takes it on the chin in quality ratings, but are these surveys worth…
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Episode 753 – Chevy’s Z-Spec Screamers, Ford to Restore Dividend, Thailand’s “Dryways”
The bowtie brand prepares to make a big splash at SEMA with its Z-Spec small cars. Ford inches toward an investment-grade rating. Thailand highways turn into…
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Episode 752 – Cars Remain Economic Bright Spot, Bad News for VW in China, Homemade Tank
Car sales continue to be one of the few bright spots in the American economy and the October SAAR is looking up. Rolls-Royce is expanding its global footprint…
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Episode 751 - Car Dealers Fight Back, CAFE Under Attack, Repair Shops Thriving
The National Auto Dealers Association is commissioning a study to see if OEM mandates ever really translate into more sales or higher profits for dealers. New…
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Episode 750 - Nissan in Grape Danger, Prices Fall as China Cools, 2012 Sales Will Improve
Argentina is punishing companies that are hurting its trade balance. Nissan is one of those companies. Prices for iron ore, aluminum and other commodities are…
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Episode 749 - Ford Workers Ratify Contract, Price of Steel Tumbles, Global Supplier Scandal
Hourly workers at Ford in the U.S. ratified a new labor contract but now the attention will turn to the voting on the Chrysler contract. The price of steel…
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Episode 748 – Ernst Lieb Axed, VW-Suzuki Drama, Disney Partners with Chevy, Again
In somewhat surprising news, Daimler announced it’s fired the head of Mercedes-Benz USA, Ernst Lieb. There’s been a lot of drama between Volkswagen and Suzuki…
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Episode 747 – Votes Reverse on Ford Contract, Toyota Hybrid to Compete in Le Mans, BMW 3-Series
The voting on the UAW contract at Ford swung to 62 percent in favor over the weekend. Toyota is building a hybrid racecar to compete in the 24 hours of Le Mans…
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Episode 746 - UAW Backtracks About Scabs, More VW and Suzuki Drama, Large Truck Sales Soar
Yesterday we reported that the UAW was warning its members that Ford might hire scab workers if the union goes on strike. Now the union is denying it said…
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Episode 745 - Chrysler Drives A Hard Bargain, Ford Threatens With Scabs, New GM Engine Family
Chrysler played hard ball with the UAW and won. The union is telling Ford workers they will go on strike if the contract is rejected. They're also telling them…
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Episode 744 - Chrysler and UAW Reach Deal, Spark EV Coming to U.S., New Crash Rules in China
Chrysler and the UAW announced this morning that they reached a tentative deal on a new labor contract. GM plans to introduce an electric version of the Chevy…
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Episode 743 – Chrysler Saving Fiat, Avenger and Grand Caravan Axed, Hondajet Delayed
Oh how the tables have turned. A couple years ago Fiat saved Chrysler and now Chrysler is saving Fiat. The company is also rumored to be killing off the Dodge…
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Episode 742 – Toyota and Honda Pressure Suppliers, New Ford Transit, World’s Oldest Car Sold
Toyota is pressuring its suppliers in Japan to cut prices because of the soaring value of the yen, and suppliers say Honda’s spirit of cooperation is far more…
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Episode 741 – Yen Troubles Hurt Japanese Industry, Tires on a Roll, Silicon Luxury
There’s more yearning for the yen in today’s news as both Nissan and Toyota take steps to combat the rising currency. The American economy may still be…
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Episode 740 – Mitsubishi Battered by Yen, Honda Slashes Japanese Production, Shelby GTS Mustang
The strong yen is battering Japanese automakers. Mitsubishi’s CEO said the currency situation is starting to become futile. Also reacting to the exchange rate…
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Episode 739 – Goodbye Nissan, Rumors of Ridgeline’s Demise, Colorado Debuts in Thailand
A top-level Nissan executive leaves the OEM world and joins an industry data firm. Honda says rumors of Ridgeline’s demise are greatly exaggerated. The…
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Episode 738 – Ford and UAW Finalize Contract, Bob Nardelli’s Back! Costs Going Up in China
Ford and the UAW announced they reached an agreement on a new labor contract. Now the workers have to vote on it. Chrysler’s former CEO, Bob Nardelli, has…
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Episode 737 – Fuel Economy Fight, Power-to-Weight: V-8 Ponycars
On this episode we take a look at Hyundai’s fight to be top dog in the fuel economy war. Plus, another power-to-weight comparison, this time with V-8 ponycars.
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Episode 736 - Mirror, Mirror on the...B-Pillar, 2012 Nissan Versa
We take a look at an inexpensive rear view mirror that’s mounted in a unique spot. Plus, we ride in the all new Nissan Versa sedan.
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Episode 735 - 365 Days of A, Chrysler's New SRT8 Line-up
We interview a man that’s made it his mission to drive a vintage car as his only transportation for an entire year. Plus, a look at Chrysler’s new SRT8 lineup.
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Episode 734 - Mopar Modified Charger, 2011 BMW Active Hybrid 750 Li
We take an exclusive look at the new Mopar 11, a heavily modified Dodge Charger. Plus, John reviews one of the most luxurious and most expensive hybrids that…
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Episode 733 - OEM R and D Spending, Power-to-Weight: V-6 Ponycars
We take a look at which car company spends the most amount of money on research and development. Plus, a power-to-weight comparison with V-6 ponycars.
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Episode 732 – Honda Scoots with New Engine, OnStar is Watching You, LEGO Ford Explorer
Honda is rolling right along with a brand-new, global engine for its scooters: a liquid-cooled, four-stroke unit displacing 125 cc. Last week OnStar announced…
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Episode 731 - Car Sales Defy Economy, Toyota Pixis Space, Ford May Develop EVs in China
Despite a poor economy, car sales continue to grow in not only the U.S. but around the world. Toyota just introduced its first mini-car in Japan, called the…
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Episode 730 – Chrysler Talks Stall, Honda CR-V Concept, Ford Wins Big Appeal
The Chrysler-UAW talks have stalled as Sergio Machionne plays hardball with wages and benefits. Honda reveals the design of its new Honda CR-V. Ford gets a…
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Episode 729 – UAW and Chrysler Have Issues, VW Needs More Dealers, 2013 Chevy Malibu
The UAW announced it is putting negotiations with Chrysler on the back burner and devoting its main efforts with Ford. Volkswagen doesn’t have enough dealers…
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Episode 728 - UAW Contract Nitty Gritty, Daihatsu Gets 71 MPG, Battery Loans Drained
More details about the GM-UAW contract come to the surface. Daihatsu introduces a gasoline-powered kei car capable of 71 miles per gallon. Republicans in the…
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Episode 727 - GM Complies with China's Demands, Ford Expands in Indonesia, Nissan Outsourcing
GM submits to China's EV demands and announces the development of a new electric architecture with its partner, SAIC. Meanwhile, Ford sees opportunity and is…
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Episode 726 - GM and UAW Reach Agreement, Ford Ad Slams Bailouts, Adopt a Chrysler
GM and UAW reach a tentative contract agreement that raises entry-level wages and more. Ford finally goes for the throat in a new ad that uses the "B" word…
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Episode 725 - VW Makes Huge Investment, Sonic Hits 40 MPG, Car Sculptures Made from Scrap
Volkswagen just announced a five-year investment plan totaling more than $86 billion. The money will be spent on product development for its nine brands, plant…
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Episode 724 - Audi's Massive Frankfurt Build, Toyota Cuts Camry Costs, Best Chevy EVER
With a cool time-lapse video, Audi shows how it built its massive display pavilion at the Frankfurt Motor Show. By reusing old robots and other equipment from…
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Episode 723 - More Frankfurt Reveals, Redesigned Mustang in 2014, Toyota Resumes Production
More reveals from the Frankfurt Motor Show. We take a look at two-seat EV concepts unveiled by Opel and Audi. Ford’s Chief Creative officer, J Mays, says the…
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Episode 722 - Ford Pushing Small-Car Performance, Volvo You Concept, Stylish Seat IBL
Ford is pushing small-car performance with three different reveals in Frankfurt, including the 2012 Focus ST, the race-ready ST-R and the Fiesta ST. STay tuned…
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Episode 721 - Suzuki Wants to End VW Alliance, Camaro ZL1, BMW Patents Twin-turbo V-6
Suzuki is seeking to end its alliance with Volkswagen after the German automaker accused it of breaking the terms of the partnership by purchasing engines from…
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Episode 720 - Court Rejects Saab, Subaru Can't Build in China, New Cars Launched in India
A Swedish court rejected Saab’s request to be protected from creditors over liquidity concerns. Subaru can’t build cars in China because it’s partly owned by…
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Episode 719 - End of the Line for Saab? Toyota Denies Thailand Exports, Transit Connect in NYC
The situation is looking increasingly hopeless for Saab as the company files for protection from its creditors. Toyota is denying a report it will export cars…
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Episode 718 - Chevy's Sales Booming, Mercedes Expands Line-up, More Frankfurt Reveals
Chevrolet sold nearly 2.2 million vehicles worldwide the first half of the year. Mercedes-Benz plans to expand its line-up to better compete with its German…
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Episode 717 - Low Inventory = Disappointing Sales, Lutz Back at GM, Volkswagen NILS Concept
Good news about vehicle sales in the U.S. market. It appears last month’s lower-than-expected figures ARE NOT due to a lack of demand, instead because…
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Episode 716 - August Sales Up in U.S., 2012 Honda Pilot, Audi EV Concept
Despite talk of a double dip recession, sagging employment numbers and the impact of a major hurricane, car sales in August look pretty good in the U.S. Honda…
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Episode 715 - GM’s August Sales, Used Engines in New Chinese Cars, BYD’s Big Purge
Many analysts are predicting weak sales for August, but General Motors says it had a strong month, with sales up 15 percent to 18 percent year-over-year…
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Episode 714 - More Frankfurt Reveals, BMW Tests Autonomous Car, Innovative Helmet
Ford, Land Rover and Audi all reveal new concepts and vehicles ahead of their debut at next month’s Frankfurt Auto Show. BMW has equipped a 5 Series with…
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Episode 713 - Frankfurt Reveals, Brazilian Market Cooling Off, Test-Drive Test-Track
Peugeot and Fiat are two of the latest automakers to release pictures and information on what they’ll be revealing at next month’s Frankfurt Motor Show…
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Episode 712 - Toyota Loyalty Remains High, Porsche Targets Ferrari, Four-cylinder EcoBoost
Toyota owners remain loyal to the brand despite problems of unintended acceleration and production disruptions due to the earthquake in Japan. Porsche's CEO…
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Episode 711 - Volvo Loves You, Mercedes B-Class Revealed, Honda's Secret Wind Tunnel
Volvo is repositioning itself as a brand designed around you. Mercedes offers a peek at the new B-Class ahead of its Frankfurt debut. Honda is the only other…
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Episode 710 - UAW Takes on Mexico, Veloster Pricing, Germans Rake in Chinese Profits
You've heard about the UAW's effort to organize a foreign transplant, but did you know its working with unions in Mexico? Hyundai prices its unusual three-door…
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Episode 709 - Conservative Camry, GM’s "Hot" New Paint Process, Mazda Shoots to the Sky
Toyota takes a major risk by sticking with "safe" styling on the new Camry. GM has a new painting process that reduces emissions using fire. Mazda’s Skyactiv-G…
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Episode 708 - GM Stock Plunges, BYD Gets "Buffeted," Power-to-Weight: V-8 Ponycars
GM’s stock is taking a beating! It’s plummeted 34 percent since the IPO. Warren Buffet’s baby, Chinese automaker BYD, is also taking it on the chin following a…
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Episode 707 - Flywheel Breakthrough, Adios Dakota, Ford and Toyota Team Up on Hybrids
Ricardo announces a breakthrough in flywheel technology for hybrid cars that don’t need a battery. We bid farewell to the Dodge Dakota, which ceases production…
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Episode 706 - Cadillac Ciel Concept, Infiniti JX Revealed, 2013 Lexus GS 350
There were several reveals from luxury automakers at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Cadillac unveiled a large, four-door convertible concept called the…
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Episode 705 - Opel's Frankfurt Reveals, Rear-Wheel-Drive Kia, Cadillac Converj Confirmed
Opel plans to make a big splash at next month's Frankfurt Motor Show with three world-debuts: the Astra GTC, the Zafira Tourer and the Combo. Here's a shocker…
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Episode 704 - Chinese Car Exports Soar, Incentive War Looming, Fiat 500 Gucci Edition
Chinese car exports jumped 50% in the first half of the year to just over 376,000 vehicles but they're selling for nearly $2,000 less than they were two years…
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Episode 703 - Vehicle Population Explosion, Two Chevrolet Milestones, 365 Days of A
The global vehicle population hit 1 billion units, an impressive figure. Chevrolet is celebrating two important milestones this year: its 100th anniversary and…
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Episode 702 - UAW Fights Two-Tier Wages, China Slowing Faster than Expected, R&D Spending
The UAW is urging its colleagues to vote "no" on continuing the two-tier payment plan. The car market in China is cooling off faster than expected with one…
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Episode 701 - Auto Sales Forecast, GM Battery Source, Goodyear Full of Air
As expected IHS Automotive downgraded their 2011 sales forecast for the auto industry, the question now is how will automakers respond? GM will be sourcing its…
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Episode 700 - Wimpy Economy, Hapless Honda, Leadership at Lear
Many auto analysts are a bit weary, and rightfully so given the threat of another economic downturn. Honda, long the darling of Consumer Reports has come under…