Episode 1024 – D.O.E. Announces EV Project, 2013 NASCAR Chevy SS, 2014 Mazda6 Diesel

November 30th, 2012 at 11:53am

Runtime: 9:06

The U.S. Department of Energy is set to announce a new project to develop low-cost batteries for electric vehicles. Chevy unveiled its new race car for NASCAR and says it will closely resemble the production car. The 2014 Mazda6 will be the first vehicle in Mazda’s line-up to feature its SKYACTIV-D clean diesel engine. All that and more, plus John talks with Lincoln’s John Clinard on why it decided to showcase classic cars from its past at the LA Auto Show.

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Episode 1022 – Honda Boosts U.S. Exports, New Ram Commercial Division, Diesel Sales Up

November 28th, 2012 at 12:05pm

Runtime: 8:05

In an effort to move production out of Japan, Honda wants to boost exports from the U.S. Ram Truck is launching a new commercial truck division called Ram Commercial. It will even offer a full-sized van based on the Fiat Ducato. Diesel powered cars are starting to catch on in the American market, up over 25 percent through October this year. All that and more, plus guest host Jim Hall of 2953 Analytics gives his thoughts on the state of electric vehicles.

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Episode 1021 – Sandy’s Silver SAAR Lining, Apple’s Siri Debuts in Chevy, Fisker Hires Ewanick

November 27th, 2012 at 12:01pm

Runtime: 9:02

Amid all of the destruction and chaos caused by Superstorm Sandy, there may be a silver lining for the auto industry. Apple’s digital assistant Siri will be making its automotive debut in a couple of Chevrolet models. The abruptly ousted GM marketing chief, Joel Ewanick, has landed at Fisker, for now. All that and more, plus guest host Peter De Lorenzo has the High-Octane Truth about Volkswagen’s key to success.

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Episode 1020 – MPG Woes Continue for Hyundai-Kia, Aston Taking Bids, GM Unveils SPRINGO EV

November 26th, 2012 at 11:56am

Runtime: 8:39

Hyundai and Kia could be starting to feel the repercussions of misrepresenting fuel economy, but this problem may have deeper implications beyond the Korean automakers. Aston Martin is looking for someone to take a stake in the company. See who’s scrambling to place their bids. General Motors takes the wraps off its new Chinese EV, the Sail SPRINGO EV. All that and more, plus John McElroy talks with Ashley Denmead from Carbon Revolution, a company that has figured out how to make wheels out of carbon fiber.

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Episode 1018 – GE and Ford Partnership, BMW Plug-In Hybrid, LEAF Gets an Upgrade

November 20th, 2012 at 11:42am

Runtime: 8:14

General Electric announced it will buy 2,000 Ford C-MAX plug-in hybrids for its fleet, see what Ford is willing to do in exchange. BMW will show off a plug-in hybrid at the L.A. Auto Show next week. Nissan released an upgraded version of the LEAF in Tokyo today with changes based on feedback from owners. All that and more, plus John responds to your questions and comments in “You Said It!”

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Episode 1017 – JLR Goes 50:50 With Chery, VW Helps SEAT, Subaru’s Stock Way Up

November 19th, 2012 at 11:26am

Runtime: 7:52

A partnership with Chery will help Jaguar Land Rover cut vehicle costs in China. Spanish carmaker SEAT is struggling to sell cars in China, so its parent company is stepping in to help. Honda and Nissan have cut profit forecasts due to protests over disputed territory, but one Japanese automaker is actually increasing theirs. All that and more, plus we take a look at Volkswagen’s all-new 2013 Jetta Hybrid.

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Episode 1016 – Why Toyota is Suing Mexico, BorgWarner Gets New CEO, Mercedes Ener-G

November 16th, 2012 at 11:47am

Runtime: 8:55

An inside source explains the full story on why Toyota and others are suing Mexico over fuel regulations. The turbocharger and dual clutch manufacturer BorgWarner is getting a new CEO. Mercedes-Benz takes the wraps off a futuristic SUV concept for the LA Auto Show. All that and more, plus on Autoline This Week, Csaba Csere and Jim Hall join John McElroy to discuss which EVs are winners and which are destined for the dustbin of history.

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Episode 1014 – Ford PR Outmaneuvers GM, GM Halts Talks with PSA, It’s a Gas!

November 14th, 2012 at 12:31pm

Runtime: 8:57

Ford is flooding the media with information about electrics, plug-ins and hybrids, because it wants to beat GM to the punch about its electric plans. Speaking of General Motors, it has halted talks about a deeper tie-up with PSA. Chesapeake Energy, General Electric and Whirlpool are developing a relatively inexpensive appliance that will allow natural gas cars to be filled up at home. All that and more, plus John responds to your questions and comments in “You Said It!”

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Episode 1013 – U.S. to Dominate Oil Production, Honda Civic’s New Face, Women Rule the Roads

November 13th, 2012 at 11:36am

Runtime: 7:02

An international agency says that the United States will surpass Saudi Arabia in oil production by the end of the decade. Honda shows off the Civic’s new face prior to its Los Angeles debut. For the first time ever, women rule the roads. All that and more, plus we preview Continental’s newest safety technology developed to meet stricter safety regulations.

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Episode 1012 – Inventory Levels Jump, VW Chairman Stays Put, China Loves Raptors

November 12th, 2012 at 11:36am

Runtime: 7:08

Vehicle inventory levels jumped nearly 25 percent last month in the U.S. market. See which companies top the list. VW shareholders voted to keep 75-year-old chairman Ferdinand Piech, but it could be longer than anyone expected. Should Ford sell the F-150 in China? Sales of one special-edition F-series show they should. All that and more, plus a look at how one major city leads the way in public bicycle use.

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