Runtime: 9:36

The 2014 Nissan Rogue is the first vehicle in the company’s line-up that uses its new Common Module Family architecture. Tesla and Panasonic announce a deal to expand their partnership for another four years. Scion unveils the modified cars it will show off at next week’s SEMA show. All that and more, plus KPMG explains how automakers are coping with increased demand.

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Runtime: 7:47

We take a look at quarterly earnings from General Motors, Volkswagen, Chrysler and Honda. Ford reveals the specs for the upcoming 1.0L 3-cylinder powered Fiesta. Chrysler unveils some of the cars it will have at this year’s SEMA show in Las Vegas. All that and more, plus a look at the all-new Mazda3.

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Runtime: 9:10

According to data collected, Google’s autonomous car drives better than humans. Some analysts say that VW’s modular platform will not save the automaker as much money as it expected. In the years to come Ford would like to reduce its 1,300 suppliers down to 750. All that and more, plus host John McElroy responds to your questions and comments in the newest edition of You Said It!

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Runtime: 8:40

Toyota is in the lead to be the number one global automaker this year. Suppliers to General Motors are up in arms over the way the company recently dictated new terms and conditions on their contracts. And speaking of the General, it looks like the company will adopt a modular approach with its platforms, similar to Volkswagen’s strategy. All that and more, plus a look at how Cadillac engineers trimmed the weight of the new CTS.

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Runtime: 7:54

Eight U.S. states sign a memorandum of understanding to help spur the sales of electric and other zero emission vehicles. VW’s CEO of China says the German automaker will not be selling EVs in the country. Honda shows off the new 2014 Civic Coupe that will make its debut at next month’s SEMA show. All that and more, plus how the industry is going down to the molecular level to come up with lighter weight steel.

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Runtime: 8:27

Ford, Daimler and Hyundai posted strong earnings in the third quarter. And speaking of Hyundai, the company just released a couple of renderings of the new Genesis that’s set to debut next year. One company has created a motorcycle helmet that features a heads-up display. All that and more, plus Design Handbook’s Jim Hall explains why big wheels are one of the secrets of proportion.

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Runtime: 7:59

Peugeot is considering ending its alliance with GM. Ford is idling its Michigan Assembly Plant for two weeks due to rising inventories of the Focus and C-Max. Mazda will reveal a CNG version of the Mazda3 at next month’s Tokyo Motor Show. All that and more, plus a look at why bigger wheels can cost you a lot of money.

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Runtime: 8:27

Ford is significantly changing the way it conducts cost accounting for developing new vehicles. Car sales in emerging markets could lead to the industry producing 100 million new vehicles annually by the end of the decade. Aston Martin’s CEO says you won’t see a hybrid in any of its vehicles anytime soon. All that and more, plus a look at Ram Trucks new 6.4L HEMI engine.

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Runtime: 8:14

The head of Volkswagen’s operations in China says that he sees an opportunity to start selling diesels in the country due to new rules regarding the fuel. BMW announced that it will no longer offer the 1 Series next year but it’s already teasing its replacement. Lamborghini announced it will build more models of its wicked-looking Veneno supercar but with one slight difference. All that and more, plus a look at the new Range Rover Sport.

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Runtime: 7:58

Volvo is involved in a project that’s developed body panels that are made up of structural supercapacitors integrated within a nanomaterial, in an effort to reduce battery weight and space for EVs. Nissan unveiled an updated version of its electric DeltaWing racecar. Dodge revealed the Durango Special Service edition which will be available for Police and Fire departments as well as fleet customers. All that and more, plus a preview of Autoline This Week from the floor of the Frankfurt auto show.

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