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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports fewer people are buying new cars now, but automakers are planning to add eight new assembly plants in the next four years. (Photo by Michael B. Thomas/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the Yen has sunk to a 40 year low, but that's not hurting automakers.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers are raising the prices of their destination charges on their cars and trucks far faster than the rate of inflation. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the solid state batteries will double the range of EVs and need only five minutes to recharge, but automakers haven't been able to manufacture them at scale. So they are rolling out semi-solid state batteries.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says it isn't hard to get a gasoline engine to run on hydrogen, but there's one big problem--the cost of a gas tank.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety studied Waymo's driverless cars and found they were involved in fewer crashes. (Photo credit: WWJ)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the wildfire smoke that lingered over Michigan earlier in July has put a new focus on the air filter for the passenger cabin in your vehicle.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the three pointed star on every Mercedes Benz is one of the most recognizable logos in the world. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the U.S. automakers started offshoring tool and die work to China decades ago and now realize that was a mistake. John says it's a matter of national security.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy tells the story of a 1960s station wagon that did an amazing job of predicting the future technology in cars. (Photo: The 1964 Aurora station wagon was Ford's dream car of the future. Credit: Ford Motor Co.)
As auto sales plummet in China, industry analyst John McElroy says one car dealer group is trying to get more shoppers in the door by selling humanoid robots. (Photo by Kevin Frayer/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports some workers in South Korea want to work until they are 65 so they don't have to wait for their pension.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports car companies, which are trying to make vehicles more affordable, can design their vehicles to be disassembled if they want to reduce repair costs.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports drivers have plenty to complain about, but headlights top the list. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports General Motors and Lockheed Martin are developing an autonomous rover for a mission in 2030. Toyota is developing a lunar rover with a pressurized cabin. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
Ever heard of remanufacturing? WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy says it isn't exactly a secret, but automakers don't seem to want to talk about it.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Project Nightingale is a two seat car that is enormously long.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says aluminum wiring has many benefits and he anticipates more automakers will move to aluminum instead of copper in the future.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Henry Ford had a staggering pace of development and current executives should study the corporate structure from the 1920s.
You can't call for a robotaxi in the Detroit area just yet, but WWJ Auto Analyst Jon McElroy says we're seeing more and more of them on the roads around here. (Photo credit: WWJ's Rob Davidek)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports new car sales are going to be lower in the next 10 years because households with two or three cars now may need only one in the future. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports while performance is top of mind for auto executives, in 1957 it was a completely different story.
WWJ auto analyst Jon McElroy says GM, Ford and Stellantis want to use more robots and automation, which could make cars more affordable. The UAW doesn't like it. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Ferrari keeps blue prints, assembly sheet and the tooling design for every car going back to 1947. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the European auto industry is expected to lose 350,000 jobs by the end of the decade and automakers and suppliers are begging for help.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports with gas prices higher than a year ago, people may be looking to an EV. Kelly Blue Book says 85,000 EV's were sold in May. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports one way to cut the cost of a car is to have automakers have the same specifications.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Magna's CEO says decisions have to be made faster to keep up with the ever changing industry.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports China is worried about more manufacturing moving out of the country so it is pushing automation.
Another chip shortage on the horizon, this time linked to AI, could make the vehicle affordably crisis even worse, says WWJ automotive analyst John McElroy. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Stellantis had been spending about $12 billion on capital expenditures each year, so the automaker will be saving billions under their new $70 billion investment proposal.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports there is a problem with so many mid-sized pickups planned by automakers. He says the mid-sized segment won't grow enough to accommodate the new entries. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Big Three don't want China selling cars in the U.S., but WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says a move by the U.S. Commerce Department has opened the door to Chinese state-owned Geely, just a crack.
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Ferrari's first electric vehicle is designed to appeal to different buyers including women. He says it's a smart business plan.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Chinese automakers are turning out new car models faster any any other automakers, but the downside is the older cars lose their value much faster than other cars.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the Stellantis turnaround plan involves building all of its new vehicles from three platforms, including one developed with a Chinese automaker. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports car owners were in a tough spot when Fisker Automotive went out of business They didn't have critical functions because they needed to connect to Fisker's cloud services. Several car owners got together and hacked into the system.(Photo: Getty Images)
Generative AI is spreading into everything in our lives — and that includes cars, trucks and SUVs. WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says you'll soon be able to ask AI about buildings you are passing on the road.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports much of the oil used in car engines comes from the Middle East, so prices for an oil change are expected to go up soon.(Photo By Tom Pennington/Getty Images for the Texas Motor Speedway)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says while generative AI is all the rage right now, the next big thing could be quantum computing. And a well-known auto supplier is investing.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports cars are being repossessed at numbers we've never seen before. Repossessions have increased 43% since 2019. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Ford's new core operating organization is getting rid of all of the silos in the company and employees will be more involved in collaboration. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Uncle Sam is asking Detroit to ramp up the Arsenal of Democracy by having executives volunteer to help straighten out the procurement and supply chain mess in our military.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says General Motors and Ford should work together like they did years ago to develop a ten speed automatic transmission. He says both companies could cut billions in costs.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the cost of insuring cars has increased and designers can play their part in lowering costs by designing cars that don't cost so much to fix. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the adjusted numbers that include many one time expenses are included in every quarterly report and is similar to what led up to bankruptcies in the past.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says a playbook from 30 years ago could be used by American car executives to compete with the Chinese.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the CEOs of the car companies are making millions, but the public is against it. Attitudes change a little when people learn that much of the compensation is in the form of stock payments, not cash.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers put a lot of work into making cars and trucks easy to assemble, but now they have to do the opposite.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports while China's auto industry is booming overseas, there is a price war in the country. The government says the war could be described as involution.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports giving up on passenger cars meant the Big 3 gave up 20% of the US market to the competition.
(Photo: Ford Focus compact cars are offered for sale at a dealership on June 20, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois. By Scott Olson/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports there are 953 models in China and a wide majority lose money. Some analysts say there may be only seven automakers in China in the future.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers and EV startups spent $55 billion on costs related to warranties and recalls and there's no end in sight. (Photo credit: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Ceer is staffed by executives with global automotive experience including several from GM. The automaker will come out with an EV that will be sold throughout the Mideast. Foxconn, Hyundai and BMW are all involved.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports software defined vehicles get better over time and a survey shows the Chinese are embracing these vehicles more than in other parts of the world.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says remanufacturing is big business for the automakers, but the companies don't want to release any information.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the resale values of used electric vehicles are expected to improve because of a lack of incentives and subsidies.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports there are fewer people buying cars and other factors that could make Ford, GM and Stellantis reluctant to build a new plant. LAKE ORION - APRIL 23: The GM Orion Assembly Plant sign is shown April 23, 2009 in Lake Orion, Michigan. According to to reports, GM is planning to shut down most of its U.S. plants for up to nine weeks this summer in an effort to reduce its backlog inventory of vehicles. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the federal gas tax has not gone up in 33 years, but that will change.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says the war in Iran, and its impact on gas prices all over the world, could be the tipping point that pushes more people into electric cars.
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Ford CEO Jim Farley received a bigger bonus this year because, despite spending $5.2 billion, recall and warranty spending went down. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy tells about a new report that shows the Detroit three automakers should be competing as a region, not as stand alone companies.(Photo: The Chinese producer of electric cars BYD presents its vehicles (EV) on the 2nd day of the IAA MOBILITY 2025 automobile fair on September 10, 2025 in Munich, Germany. By Johannes Simon/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports on new research that says robotaxis could cut car sales by 30% by 2035 and that will affect auto companies, suppliers and auto dealers. (Photo credit: Getty Images)
General Motors spent a fortune trying to develop autonomous cars, before it shut the operation down. But WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy says you may see remnants of it driving around Detroit. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports there is a lot going on at Chrysler which is a shadow of itself, but one executive says the brand is alive and well. (Photo credit: Getty Images)
WWJ Automotive Analyst John McElroy says you might be surprised when you hear which model vehicles are most commonly involved in deadly accidents, according to a new report.(Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the design team at Stellantis in Auburn Hills is using artificial intelligence to communicate with executives within the company.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Uber announced it is teaming up with Rivian to make 50,000 robotaxis — and that will have a significant impact on new car sales. (PHOTO: A Zoox robotaxi is seen driving on November 19, 2025 in San Francisco, California. By Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports there is a big debate in the auto industry about whether they should buy autonomous technology from a supplier, or make it themselves.
WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy reports Congress has mandated that automakers install sensors to stop people from driving drunk. Two sensors are under consideration. One is touch-based. The other uses infrared light to analyze the driver's breath. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Kia is run as an independent company and that has helped boost it to the number five car brand in the US.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says the auto industry has had total chaos since COVID hit in 2020.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports an investigation by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety about headlight glare showed the reason was poorly aimed lights.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports tariffs cost automakers 12.6 billion dollars, but that amount is much higher when you consider steel and aluminum.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the war in Iran is causing gas prices to increase and that could affect GM, Ford and Stellantis who sell many pickups and large SUVs.
WWJ Auto Analyst Jon McElroy says the situation in Iran, and its impact on oil prices, could impact the mix of cars and trucks that automakers sell this year.
WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy reports on a bit of a milestone in the American car market, as Kia entices more buyers into its showrooms. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports auto executives and government leaders were stunned when sales plunged by nearly 20% last month.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a company in Finland that is creating a sensation in the auto industry, a battery that is cheap to make. Test data is highly promising.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a number of automakers offer mobile service where mechanics come to you to do basic service. Ford appears to be the most aggressive.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a new survey about disruptions shows executives at auto suppliers are using artificial intelligence to fix or trigger changes.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports headlights are getting brighter and it may get worse. But there are some suppliers who are working on a fix.(Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ Automotive Analyst John McElroy says Ford's next electric vehicle platform is being developed in a completely different way, "'breaking all the rules."
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Lear Corporation found a lot of savings by moving to vertical integration and they are now the biggest American automotive supplier.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the US Olympic bobsled team is getting some help from Honda's wind tunnel in Ohio to find ways to be aerodynamic.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Cadillac is surging forward with electric vehicles.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the Chinese want to get into the U.S. because it has the richest and most profitable car market in the world. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports some dealers want to sell Chinese cars in the United States, but lobbyists are trying to delay the move for four years so the Big 3 can be in better shape.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says the amount of money wasted on EV investments is more than 55-billion dollars, which is bigger than the economy of several countries.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports cars today costs about five times more than in 1967,
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says Tesla will scrap its models S and X and push the company to AI, robo-taxis, computer chips and robots.(Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Audi saw the biggest sales drop of all luxury brands and one problem is tariffs.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Governor Whitmer announced an initiative at the Detroit Auto Show to explore for geologic hydrogen and Michigan may have the best formations for massive amounts of hydrogen.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy has some tips on ways to avoid a crash or other problems while driving on snow-covered roads.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Congress wants technology in cars to keep people who are drunk from driving, but auto suppliers are worried about reliability and unintended consequences.(Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Geely wants to build cars in the United States, at Volvo's assembly plant in South Carolina. (Photo by Robertus Pudyanto/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports one company has reached a breakthrough with artificial intelligence and radar signals.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Neumo, which is set up at New Lab in Detroit, can capture the brain waves of drivers and it could make driving safer.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Honda and VW are ready for a legal fight over the sales of their new electric vehicles.
WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy reports while robots have long been in auto plants, humanoid robots can do almost all jobs in a manufacturing facility. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports GM and Ford did way better than Tesla when it comes to investments.
Automakers are getting really serious about designing vehicles with fewer parts, and WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy says it's all about cost-cutting.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports General Motors is working on a new LMR battery for electric vehicles that could cut the costs of a pickup by ten thousand dollars.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Ford is taking a significant hit to its balance sheet as it shifts electric vehicle programs and other automakers may have to do the same.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports China has massive automotive over capacity and the government is trying to help by putting an end to price wars.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers should focus on three specific things — and leave everything else to suppliers.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports while Toyota is dominating the mid-sized truck market, Ford is expanding its lineup to close the gap.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy is amazed by how many families are involved in the auto business. That includes families who control Ford, BMW, VW and other companies.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the U.S. Transportation Secretary thinks station wagons will make a comeback because of the easing of fuel economy standards. But McElroy says the problem is fuel economy wasn't the reason station wagons went away. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the layout of a new sports car from Toyota, the GR GT, is very similar to the Corvette.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers need to be careful about how they handle a change in emissions standards.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says companies from all over the world are coming to Detroit to show off and talk about their latest manufacturing tech. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports autonomous cars may save a bunch of lives, but that may not be good enough for some people.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Mercedes is getting ready to use a new kind of electric motor in one of its EVs.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says BMW has done a better job of selling electric vehicles while Mercedes' EV sales have fallen enough that executives are working up a new strategy.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the next big demographic wave is Gen Z, those 14-28 years old, and Gen A, who are even younger, and the auto execs who figure out what kind of cars they want will be able to ride the wave well into the century. (Photo: 1966 Ford Mustang via Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports GM, Ford and Stellantis face a problem with some of their EV platforms.(Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports GM and Tesla don't want any parts from China going into the vehicles they make in the US, but they are still sourcing a lot of tooling from China. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says automotive production in the U.S. is lower than it was last year and there are fewer automotive jobs. But an analysis from Brown Consulting says some plants are employing more people and making more cars. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says a company named HORSE is already building engines for Renault, Volvo, and Mercedes and the Big 3 may want to consider outsourcing to HORSE as well.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the new headquarter building is much different than the old headquarters, the Glass House, that had a top-down style with many offices and cubicles.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a new study shows people who don't wear seatbelts are more likely to die in a crash.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says General Motors has dropped a bombshell on suppliers telling them not to source anything from China.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says the Big Three should burn their legacy specs because they are leaving them tangled in red tape.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports big automakers are leaving some money on the table when it comes to car, truck and SUV repairs. (Photo credit: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a Toyota manufacturing expert told workers to always wipe down their machines at the end of every shift.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports imported classic cars are exempt from the tariffs imposed by President Trump. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Tesla came up with over the air updates, or OTAs, and doesn't get enough credit for it.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the former CEO of Stellantis says you shouldn't be surprised if the automaker is broken up, and Chrysler ends up with American ownership. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Stellantis has a new work-around to get magnets for new vehicles and EVs.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the price of tariffs for automakers has increased to more than $10.6 billion and automakers are likely to raise prices. Consumers will ultimately pay for tariffs.(Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers have no clue where they will get workers needed to make new vehicles in the future.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers should throw out their legacy specifications if they want to catch up with the Chinese.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says some experts are saying GM and Ford should get out of China. But others are saying don't do it.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports while General Motors is the first to report it will have to write off 1.6 billion, they won't be the last. And the write offs are not something CEOs want to do.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports incentives for electric cars are not going away thanks to a deal cut between the IRS and GM and Ford and other car companies who are offering incentives on their own.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports General Motors, Hyundai and Toyota are tops when it comes to gaining market share, but those that aren't may be providing the best deals.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a company called Remora, which is based in Wixom, is working on carbon capture technology for diesel locomotives and diesel semi trucks.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports car loan delinquencies are causing some concern.(Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports NASA is running a contest to see who can come up with a new lunar rover. GM has one contract. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says EV sales shot up as incentives were nearing an end, but maybe sales don't have to plummet with no incentives.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports two automakers have started to turn things around in China.
WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy reports autonomous taxis will have to have ways with communicate with pedestrians. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy reports while the perception is EVs will use up all the electricity, it's not the reality. There's another culprit.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports heavy truck sales started dropping in May a month after new tariffs were announced. Experts say there's been a decline in freight demand
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports several tier one suppliers, who are major players in the auto industry, are selling junk bonds because they couldn't sell their own stock to raise money for capital projects. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says GM may have to turn to Brazil to sell low-cost cars and trucks in Mexico. . (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the cyber attack happened three weeks ago and there hasn't been one car built during that time.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports while artificial intelligence is a wonderful thing for some, it is driving the cost of a car higher. (Photo credit: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Canada is looking to drop tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles and it could affect the Detroit Big Three.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Mexico is worried about China flooding its market with new cars so tariffs will be increased.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports franchise laws were put into place so automakers couldn't compete with auto dealers.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the most noticeable design trend of new century involved grilles that are huge. But now they are no longer trendy.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers are getting serious about using fewer parts, and in one case Lucid said it will have one-half the number of parts when compared to a Tesla Model Y. (Photo by Adam Gray/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the CEO of a new Chinese automaker says they have entered the "knockout" round and only five companies will survive.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports there could be lessons learned from the annual styling changes automakers undertook years ago.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports doubling speed limits by 2050 would revolutionize the auto industry and turbo charge the U.S. economy
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports it's about time the U.S. gets rid of mirrors and switches to cameras outside of cars and trucks.(Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a couple of automakers are using autonomous technology to drive cars and trucks off the assembly line.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers have dreamed of the day auto regulations would be the same around the world, and now it appears the U.S. and Europe may be getting ready to make a deal that could make auto manufacturing far simpler. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the latest forecast from the U.S. Energy Information Agency predicts the price of a barrel of oil may be less than $50 next year. It's the result of more drilling outside the U.S. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports even with mining all of the materials for EVs, the Transportation Energy Institute says electric vehicles are much cleaner than those with internal combustion engines.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers are losing billions on the money they invested in EVs, so they have to maximize profit on their piston-power lineups. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports it costs thousands of dollars to replace headlamps on current vehicles and it's out of control.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Ford's move to modular assembly will include fewer work stations and boost productivity. Other automakers have talked about using a similar process. (Photo: Workers constructing a Model-T engine on an assembly line in a Ford Motor Company factory. By Archive Photos/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst says the upcoming Woodward Dream Cruise attracts both young and old and that's the key to keeping the cruise one of the most popular events in Metro Detroit.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the best thing about the Woodward Dream Cruise is the variety of vehicles that show up along Woodward.
WWJ auto analyst Jon McElroy reports some longtime fans of the Woodward Dream Cruise want to see old muscle cars, but each generation has different thoughts on what are the top muscle cars.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a legal fight is brewing involving car dealerships. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Honda wants to increase US production to offset imports that are getting hit by tariffs.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Tesla wants its new sports car to use four fans under the car that will suck it to the road.
WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy reports gasoline usage in the U.S. has been going down since 2018 and that could cause issues for road construction projects.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Ford executives on Monday, August 11, will unveil their latest EV strategy that includes an inexpensive electric pickup truck that will be priced under $30,000. (Photo: A Ford Model T from 1921 - Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports 2nd quarter earnings for car makers are down dramatically and executives are warning the second half of the year will be worse.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the event gives people access to the top gearheads in the auto industry
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Detroit's Big 3 don't make tanks or planes like they used to, but auto suppliers have military contracts that are profitable.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports GM, Ford and Stellantis may want to get back into the sedan segment of the auto industry. (Photo: Ford workers assemble a Ford ST gasoline-powered vehicle at the Michigan Assembly Plant November 8, 2012 in Wayne, Michigan. By Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports GM sales in China were up almost 20% in the first half of the year and the automaker is fighting back with competitive electric vehicles. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the Chinese have captured 50% of the Russian market.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a manufacturing expert with Toyota always told workers to wipe down their machinery.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports both Ford and General Motors are working to have EV's priced in the mid-$20,000 range. But questions remain about how many people will buy them. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports General Motors and Ford are investigating in new kinds of battery chemistries because the future is all about EVs. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the new Charger's instrument panel is designed in several layers in order to make a change without having to redo the whole thing.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says automakers are paying out record amounts of money for warranty work, the total was 28 billion dollars last year.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports China's biggest automaker is now worth more than every car company in the world except two.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says there are 600,000 manufacturing jobs that are unfilled at this time in the United States. (Photo: Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports there are three new developments regarding autonomous cars. One involves Waymo and teens.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports thanks to both President Biden and President Trump, EV buyers have a great opportunity to save money.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports while most people only think about the cost when buying a car, other things like insurance, gas, maintenance and service add up and costs about $12,000 a year.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says Ferrari wants to expand its luxury brand, so it will start selling high end sail boats that cost more than one million dollars.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports GM is working on a lower cost EV that will compete with Ford.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Michigan could have the largest hydrogen reservoir in the United States.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says it is a wakeup call for the automakers as fewer people are driving. That means the record number of sales, 17 million in 2016, will never be beat.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports executives were banned from racing in the past, but Ford CEO Jim Farley and GM President Mark Reuss are pretty good at racing. Reuss set a speed record, while Farley raced Mustangs earlier this month.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers employ hundreds of thousands of workers and the numbers depend on vehicle sales and how much of the cars and trucks are made in their own facilities.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Ian Callum, former head designer at Jaguar, talked about his design of Queen Elizabeth II's hearse during the Eyes on Design event in Metro Detroit this past weekend. (Photo by Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images)
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers, suppliers and car dealerships are struggling to get the people they need. These include factory jobs and car techs.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Eyes on Design is a classic car show like no other. The focus is on the top designs. The money raised goes to the Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports while most automakers are going slow, GM is adding more models to its EV lineup.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports GM, Ford and Stellantis could save billions every year if they combined their engine and transmission business into a separate company.
WWJ's John McElroy reports there could be world class levels of emission control, fuel efficiency and safety if there wasn't so much government regulation
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports China retailiated against President Trumps tariffs by stopping the US and its allies from taking rare earth minerals.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports China's auto industry is starting to show some cracks.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports tariffs on cars and components could lead Canada to welcome Chinese automakers into the country.
WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy reports Indycars won't be the only cars on the Indy 500 track this weekend. Six Wienermobiles will race too.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says the top problem for automakers, suppliers and dealers is finding enough people to do the work. The biggest shortage is in body shops.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports he was gobsmacked by what he saw at the trade show in Detroit, including self-programming robots.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports one way to lower the impact of tariffs could be playing around with transfer prices.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports neuroscientists are offering information to help build better batteries.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Chinese cars are NOT taking a lot of market share in Germany as they total 1.5% of the German market.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a group of investors in Serbia want to bring back a car that was the butt of many jokes. But the new Yugo will be an EV.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says he would do away with lane keep assist feature on cars.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports tariffs could be the end of the road for some brands like Audi, Jaguar, Mini and Mitsubishi because they don't have any assembly plants in the United States.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a new series about American Motors begins Friday.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a new pickup truck developed by a Troy company called Slate could be sold for under 20 grand, if the EV credits stay in place. It goes into production next year.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says a new auto company in Troy will unveil a new electric pickup.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says Formula 1 racing isn't just about the cars and drivers.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says shock absorbers have been mounted on the backs of the front seats of the Tacoma Pro pickup.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says over the air updates were first unveiled by Tesla ten years ago and some automakers still don't use them.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports it will take 23 years to scrap the entire fleet of gasoline powered cars, so the earliest the last ICE vehicle would be on the road is 2048.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Cupra wants to sell cars in the U.S. by 2030 and is talking with Penske Automotive to sell them.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports car buyers are taking out longer loans and tariffs may mean higher prices.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports many customers who have never owned a Cadillac are considering or buying one because of their moves with EVs.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports other analysts are reworking their estimates and expecting sales to drop by anywhere from 300,000 to several million.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says classic cars are exempt from the new tariffs implemented by President Trump.
As costs to repairs cars soars, WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Stellantis is partnering with a supplier, Valeo, to remanufacture electronic components.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers sold 150,000 EV's in the first quarter, up 43%.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Toyota, Honda and Subaru will be the first to feel the affects of tariffs.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports an AKG sound system is in the new Cadillac Optiq and it's the best sound you'll hear outside of a recording studio.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says the batteries are lighter, smaller and charge faster, but they may not be fully used until 2030 or later.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports there were more cars sold a decade a go. COVID had something to do with it, but sales dropped well before 2020.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the best way to improve quality is with better product design and improvement in the manufacturing process.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports they are lighter, smaller and charge faster, but don't expect to see solid state batteries this decade.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Waymo has services in Phoenix, LA and San Fransisco, but will add Austin, Atlanta and Miami. Tesla and other companies are also planning to have robotaxis in major cities this year.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the lead designer at Mercedes predicts his replacement will be in the form of AI, but will they become obsolete?
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says progress on quality has been impressive and GM is ahead of BMW.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the new pickup has 690 miles of driving range, but the question remains-- how much will it cost.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says it's a warning sign for GM, Ford and Stellantis which make most of their profits from full-sized pickups.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports total production in Japan, including exports, is down three million vehicles from its peak in the 1990's.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says it is a revolutionary way to make cars, trucks and SUVs and unboxed assembly could cuts labor costs by 30%.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the United States doesn't need any trade protection from Canada, because the US has a small trade surplus.
WWJ's auto analyst John McElroy reports BMW, Toyota, Hyundai and Honda are among the automakers building robots to put in plants.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports it may look weird, but crab walking for off-road vehicles makes sense and makes it easier to maneuver.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Russians, including taxi drivers, say cars made in China aren't very good and don't last nearly as long as those made in the west.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports cameras are replacing mirrors in Europe and China, but they are illegal in the United States.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the total passenger vehicle sales in China have averaged 22.7 million a year over the past decade and last year sales were barely above the trend line.
Kia will give away a free car at the end of each quarter of the Super Bowl. WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says you have until late Sunday afternoon to enter.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says automakers and suppliers are worried and frustrated about the tariff talk coming from the Trump administration.
WWJ auto analyst reports it may be a first for the auto industry as IIHS is adopting metrics used by the NFL for head injuries.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports if higher tariffs go into effect this weekend, the prices of cars will go up ten-thousand dollars or more.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Tesla's profits dropped 53% last year. Some sectors are doing better than others.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports General Motors spent nearly one billion dollars to buy out Buick dealers who didn't want to go along with plans for EVs.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says black, white and gray are the three main colors for cars and many customers will settle on a color they may not want.
WWJ's John McElroy says Woven City is a place for about two-thousand entrepreneurs and inventors from all over the world.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the Federal Trade Commission has banned GM from selling data for five years.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Automotive Hall of Famer, Hal Sperlich, was behind the Ford Mustang and Chrysler minivan along with many other cars.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the Honda Prologue is GM's best selling electric vehicle.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says it's the biggest topic in the industry right now-tariffs. Traditional automakers import vehicles and components and that could cause prices to increase.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports on a Cox Automotive survey that shows car buyers are happy with how they are treated when buying a new auto.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the latest trend is to design human labor out of making cars and components. And it doesn't have anything to do with unions or wages.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports IndyCar is considering a change to aluminum wheels because there may not be enough magnesium to make the wheels in the future.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports China is gobbling up the auto industry, but incentives can't continue and that means trouble looms in the future.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the average cost of a new car in the US is about $48,000 but in England and Germany that cost is $60K.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports artificial intelligence is expected to dominate conversations at CES 2025.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports CATL is doing something many suppliers would like the automakers to do.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says Nissan is in deep trouble with sinking sales and ultimately there will be only Toyota and Honda.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says he admires the rebranding effort at Jaguar, but it gets away from their brand that involves grace, space and pace.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports ex-Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares turned everything upside down with the Chrysler Group in Auburn Hills, instead of nurturing the operation.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports auto companies not only helps the U.S. economy, but also the defense industry.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the auto industry accounts for five percent of the gross national product, and it's also critical to the U.S. defense industry.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Jaguar has new campaigns that are the riskiest gamble any car company has undertaken.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports corporate executives know how to manage finances, but many don't know how to manage people. The U.S. Marine Corps has a leadership class that could help.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports there are two government agencies regulating the same thing, but with different regulations.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says he's not surprised that Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares resigned, because many people were upset with him.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports 100 years ago Ford used all parts of a tree for their cars and other products.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says since the fatality rate on roads is higher than in years past, it's time for automakers to implement vehicle to vehicle technology.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports there are three assembly plants in Germany where BMWs drive themselves off the assembly line. Toyota is looking to do the same.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports one China expert expects Mexico to put new tariffs on Chinese cars.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports one of the most iconic auto brands is moving to electric cars, but will it help the company survive?
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Toyota is looking to cut costs by working directly with tier 2 suppliers.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports autonomous cars are getting to be much safer thanks to generative AI.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports American car dealers would be interested in getting a Chinese car franchise because it may worth a fortune in the future.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports electric vehicles and the way candidates unveiled or reacted to them in political ads played a part in this year's election.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says some car companies give suppliers 4,000 pages of specifications and projects would go faster if there weren't so many.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy has a list of features that automakers can cut in order to lower the cost of vehicles. They include getting rid of the beeping when a seatbelt isn't buckled.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers should not try to explain extended range electric vehicles or plug-in hybrids, but instead tell buyers what those vehicles can do.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says the auto industry faces changes, and some could be major, with the new Trump administration.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports unboxed assembly is a new way to build a car and at three companies are looking at the application.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports recruiting auto designers to Detroit is easier thanks to the city's amazing resurgence.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says the prices of new cars are causing people to hold off on buying a new vehicle and that is hurting new car sales.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the National Auto Dealers Association is ready to fight the Scout brand which wants to have its EVs sold without dealers.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports electronic architecture is changing and cloud computing for cars could be a game changer.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports software defined vehicles could bring new features for drivers and bring in billions of dollars for the auto industry.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the auto industry could face massive fines due to emissions mandates going into effect next year.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports China's auto industry could be headed for trouble as only two companies are profitable.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports analysts say automakers should be trying to shorten the number of lines of code, rather than brag about having the most.
Better late than never. WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports NASCAR has declared Bobby Allison the winner of a race in 1971.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports General Motors and Magna have created a software store that should help speed along projects.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the U.S. dominates when it comes to automotive grade chips and software and that's why China imports 90% of those.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports work is underway on what could be battery break-throughs that are cheaper and could provide more range.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Stellantis and Ford have made moves to give them some leverage if there is a UAW strike in the future.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports at some point General Motors and Ford will have to take a stand after slashing their global footprint.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Toyota is considering a move to make only all hybrid and electric vehicles and that could give the automaker a leg up on their competition.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports none of the lobbyists for the auto industry work together, but if they did various issues may be resolved.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports rebates for EV's may be dropped or lowered starting in January.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports EV batteries are too expensive, but the cost of making them is going down.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports one analyst says the way to beat China in battery production is to focus on battery cells and not do everything in-house.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports foreign automakers are making production gains in North America.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the EPA has made some changes to regulations regarding electric vehicles.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Chinese automakers spend less on research and development, but using common parts allows them to make more cars quicker.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says red tape in gaining permits could be holding up the expansion of electric vehicle charging stations.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Chinese automakers are innovating faster than the Big 3 including one electric crossover where people knock on the hood twice to open the frunk.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports while many people say cars powered by piston engines will be going away, they likely will be around until the next century.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports capital spending is leaving the auto industry and that could create problems.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Stellantis made an unusual move in going public about a search for a new CEO.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the Hague has banned advertising of ICE vehicles.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the U.S. has taken steps to make sure any connected or autonomous Chinese cars from coming to America.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says one longtime auto executive has some ideas on how the Detroit 3 can compete with China, including learning more about their corporate structure.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says drivers should give truckers a break since they are key to the economy.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports while many say the electric grid isn't solid enough to handle EVs, but a new company created by Ford, BMW and Honda could change that issue.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy wonders if automakers are hitting the limits of performance.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Germany is providing a warning for Detroit carmakers.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says thanks to 100-percent tariffs, the Chinese can't cars in America, but they are still a threat to GM and Ford.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports drivers should use the specific oil so they don't see the "check engine" light.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the Big Three carmakers need to collaborate as a region instead of as individual companies in order to compete with Chinese automakers.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a carmaker in China is using American-made ice cream to boost sales.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says Australians are rising to the top of automotive design positions in Detroit.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports one of the hottest technologies in the auto industry is extended range electric vehicles.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a new standard will allow for EVs to charge while driving down the road.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy explains why we see so many black, white and grey colored vehicles.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Michigan is seeing a higher number of fatalities involving motorcyclists
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports despite different safety technologies, traffic deaths are rising.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Mahle is using owls to help make fans in EV's quieter.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports on how rental companies make money and why they are dropping Teslas from their fleets.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports BYD is making electric vehicles cheaper than other companies.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports new humanoid robots are being used in some manufacturing facilities.
WWJ's John McElroy reports the Big 3 used to change styles each year, and maybe they should consider going back to them.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says give this executive a gold medal as he stopped a scam call made to sound like Ferrari's Chief Executive Officer.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says due to falling sales in China, General Motors will consider closing plants in China.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports General Motors is gaining new customers with its electric vehicles and expecting to make a "variable" profit with EVs in the 4th quarter.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Tesla CEO Elon Musk has to realize the auto industry is a fashion industry and designs and styles have to change.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers can launch new vehicles faster if they separate the software and hardware.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a company called Tula is using software to extend the range of EVs.
Automakers are turning to simulation to develop new vehicle much faster, and cheaper. John McElroy explains.
Jaguar has been struggling for decades, but now the struggles are getting really serious, says John McElroy.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the new Cadillac Escalade has a radar in its doors.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports while many drivers aren't sold on electric vehicles, extended range EVs are getting some attention.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports suppliers who make trim and other components are going to Mexico to gain access to the US and that could cause problems for US carmakers and suppliers.
WWJ's John McElroy reports carmakers are using zone computing to cut down on the number of wires and weight.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports parts consolidation is one key to cutting the cost of making cars.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports suppliers will still write some software even though automakers want to write it all.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says SPACS have been bad for the auto industry, in part because the EV market is growing slower than expected.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports generative AI could have one line worker running six production machines and help improve productivity, thus cutting costs
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports one Wall Street analyst has a message for the Detroit Big 3 automakers--get out of China.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports on the move to increase charging capacity in EV batteries.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Lucid Motors is working to hit six miles per kilowatt hour for EV's, which could lower the price of cars.
WWJ's John McElroy reports AI is helping manufacturers sift through data and find problems and could soon be used to control auto manufacturing processes.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the Biden adminisration is giving automakers the okay to build more hybrids instead of electric vehicles.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports vehicle to vehicle technology is available to prevent crashes and save lives.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Elon Musk is a lot like Henry Ford when it comes to styling.
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports autonomous shuttle buses will begin running in Detroit next week.
Would Americans consider buying Chinese brand cars? You may be surprised by results of a new survey.
At the Indy 500 last Sunday, all the cars ran on Firestone fires made from the waste materials that come from making palm oil.
A lofty goal, Mazda wants no fatalities in its cars by 2040. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
On a new Automotive Insight, WWJ Business Analyst Jon McIlroy says consumers shopping for a new vehicle need to think about more than just the price of the vehicle itself. With insurance rates on the rise, the car you buy can impact your insurance rates.
Michigan's roads are getting better, but not fast enough. WWJ's John McElroy wonders if toll roads are the way to go.
Automakers said that after COVID, they learned a lesson about keeping high inventory for their OEMs. But now, that's changed. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
People who wanted an EV likely already have one. So how do you sell them to people who don't? WWJ's John McElroy has more. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)
Full size pickups are starting to slip, but this isn't a surprise. WWJ's John McElroy has more. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Tesla changed the game, and made claims that it wouldn't behave like a legacy automaker — but now it is. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
In Australia, Kangaroos cause a lot of car accidents. So VW is trying to find a solution. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Chrysler, once a major player in the U.S., could fall to 6th amongst automakers. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
EV sales projected to pick up steam in the second half in 2024, and that's largely thanks to GM. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Tesla is the first automaker to attempt 'steer by wire', and due to this they are installing double redundancy. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Build Your Dreams just broke into the ranks as a top 10 car company last year, and it's only growing. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
On a new Automotive Insight, WWJ's Jon McIlroy says one of the most common complaints he gets are about headlights that blind other drivers. But McIlory says a company called Forvia is making the next generation of headlights that won't offend other drivers.
Cars are heavily regulated to restrict greenhouses gases, but they aren't the mode of transportation that does the most damage. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
A new study shows that EVs are 70% cleaner across their lifetime than internal combustion engines. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
China's auto industry is booming, but it also is oversaturated, and WWJ's John McElroy says that that could be its downfall.
Ford completely redesigned the Ranger. WWJ's John McElroy explores his biggest takeaway.
A new study shows that despite Michigan's roads being bad, they're not even close to being the worst in the nation. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Tesla's ability to update cars over the air has been a huge money saver, yet their warrant costs are still higher than GM and Stellantis. WWJ's John McElroy explains why.
Software-define vehicles are the hottest auto industry buzzword. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Electric cars cause a lot of interference with the AM frequency, so EV makers want to get rid of it. WWJ's John McElroy explains why they shouldn't.
With the rise of EVs from other automakers, Tesla finally feels pressure to advertise their products. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
We're starting to see cracks in China's auto industry. WWJ's Murray Feldman explains what that could mean.
An investment frenzy into EVs is taking off in the U.S. WWJ's John McElroy explains why.
The U.S. has new technology ready to hit the streets, but regulators take too long to give it the 'O.K.' WWJ's John McElroy has more.
AV's are the new hot thing automakers are developing, with U.S. and China competing for the technological lead. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Vehicles are 25% while only contributing a 6% bigger footprint, according to the EPA. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
GM & Ford are actually smaller than they were a decade ago. What are they doing about it? WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Tesla makes more money per car than GM and Ford, because it builds most of its parts in-house. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
The Japanese yen has plummeted in value, and that helps Toyota. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
We have the final revenue numbers for the GM and Ford from 2023. So who did better? WWJ's Murray Feldman has more.
Auto industry is experiencing building resentment over what they claim is 'over regulation'. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Due to the rise in EVs, platinum and palladium prices are dropping. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Ford's refresh of the Explorer is a sign of things to come. WWJ's John McElroy has the details.
Hydrogen tanks typically come in cylinders, which can be really awkward to place in a car. WWJ's John McElroy reports that the French company Forvia may have come up with a solution.
Automakers are toying with the idea of a 'digital twin' for every car off the production line. WWJ's John McElroy explains.
There has been a lot of talk about hydrogen powered cars, but the gas is hard to ship. WWJ's John McElroy explains GM is working on a solution.
Yanfeng GUTTED the interior of a car, creating a vehicle with a ton of space. WWJ"s John McElroy has more. (Photo: Getty Images)
Cars have a lot of computers and software now, so automakers are going crazy trying to solve intermittent electronic problems. But WWJ's John McElroy shares how a local company is solving the problem.
It can take automakers up to years to develop software for their vehicles. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
SDVs are becoming more and more popular, as automakers are obsessed with changing traditional knobs for screens. WWJ's John McElroy has more. (Photo: Getty Images)
In three years all cars are supposed to be able to detect drunk driving. But what if in an emergency you have to, and now you can't? WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Congress wants mandatory drunk driving detection in cars, but is it feasible? WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Foreign-owned car companies now hold 3 of the top 5 in the US market. WWJ's John McElroy has the details.
Some EV makers are dumping their direct sales model and turning to dealers instead. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Ford's CEO is also a successful podcaster who has been able to secure several A-list celebrities. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Car thieves car steal your car using your fob, without physically having it. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Whenever AVs crash, it makes headlines. But does reality match the narrative? WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Automakers are using generative AI to slash R&D costs, but there is a danger in doing so. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Have you ever wondered why you'll see ads for cars with model years for the following year, not the one you're in? WWJ's John McElroy explains why.
Hyundai is working on a new tire and wheel combo that utilizes shape memory alloy to change your tires shape with one button. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
People either love or hate the Tesla Cybertruck, but one thing is for certain, it is the most technologically advanced car on the market. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Automakers will offer incentives to try and draw people into buying EVs. One incentive is free EV charging, but that feature turns some people in 'charger hogs'. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
It's a well known fact that EV ranges diminish in the cold. But there are some advantages to driving in them in the winter! WWJ's John McElroy has more. (Photo: Getty Images)
Chinese automakers selling in Mexico tariff free, and could use it as a springboard into the US market. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
The demand for oil is dropping globally due to the increased use of EVs! WWJ's John McElroy has more.
GM is struggling to sell EVs right now, but they believe a future price drop will help solve that issue. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Even though new car sales up in the U.S. are up 11% in 2023, Jeep sales are down 9%. WWJ's John McElroy explains why.
Detroit has become the first American city to build a road that can charge EVs. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
GM is considering bringing hybrids back into its lineup after they got red-hot, and the EV markets growth slowed. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Once considered a joke, Chinese automakers are now looked to as a benchmark others looked to. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Automakers ignored the mid-sized pickup for years, but not Toyota. Now, other automakers are trying Toyota's success. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Stellantis thinks it can make millions by remanufacturing old car parts. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Are steering wheels losing popularity? Some automakers are turning to the yoke. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
In Germany, you can lease a Mercedes on your phone. WWJ's John McElroy thinks this idea will catch on.
EV innovation continues as automakers continue to transition. The next innovation may come with an increase in voltage. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Ford says it's engineers are tired of waiting for feedback. So, WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy says the company will start equipping cars with the technology to give instant feedback on things they like and don't like about their vehicle.
Tesla is the world leader in 'gigacasting', which is a new and efficient way to produce car chassis. But, WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy says the secret to General Motors catching Tesla is a company based in Livonia.
Vehicle to vehicle communication is a wireless technology that has been around for years that would prevent cars from crashing into each other. On a new Auto Insight, WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy says that technology should be mandatory.
Renault, a French automaker, are giving their workers free shares in the company. WWJ's John McElroy explains why.
Crash test dummies come in all shapes and sizes, and almost all of them are made in Farmington Hills. They aren't cheap either. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
EVs don't turn a profit right now, but at a certain point the scales will tip. When will that be? WWJ's Murray Feldman has more.
The cowl of the car is where the windshield wipers rest, but the cowl actually affects much more of a car's design then you would think. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
On a new Auto Insight, WWJ's Jon McElroy says that if you keep your hands at the 8 and 4 o'clock positions on the steering wheel, you run a greater risk of injury in an crash. The 10 and 2 o'clock positions are safer and also tend to be more comfortable.
Automakers are attempting to make their cars lighter to meet ever stricter fuel standards. But that has an unintended side effect, it makes cars noisier on the inside. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Automakers are using every aerodynamic trick they know of as regulations tighten up. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Despite reports that sales are slowing, Q3 earnings show EV sales are still the fastest growing segment of the auto industry.
Despite being around for over 100 years, internal combustion engines are still horribly inefficient at converting fuel into energy. WWJ's John McElroy explains why that probably wont improve.
EVs are being adopted at different rates in different regions, so what's stopping the grid from being upgraded to support them? WWJ's John McElroy has more.
The world may be pivoting towards electric vehicles, but that doesn't mean ICE innovation will end. WWJ's John McElroy explains how hydrogen could be the future.
Illegal drag racing has been an issue in Detroit for quite some time, but could building public tracks fix that? WWJ's John McElroy has more.
The supplier sector is attempting to realign and absorb other production companies, and this will have a huge impact on auto industry. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
The UAW strike is really starting to hurt the big three, and this has proved beneficial for Hyundai. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
While automakers transition to EVs, they'll need to work with local utility companies for the consumers benefit. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
The UAW claims corotate greed is why GM and Stellantis closed a few of its plants, but the reality is different. WWJ's John McElroy has why.
Buying a car is expensive, but it is also expensive to just own them! WWJ's John McElroy has more.
BMW has switched to ONLY selling its EV motorcycle in the US. WWJ's John McElroy says the reason why isn't what you think.
In the last two years, stick shifts have nearly doubled their market shares. WWJ's John McElroy explains why.
Once the dust has settled on the strike, the UAW will need to shift focus on organizing startups and transplants. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
A Canadian company has discovered a way of converting wood waste into graphite, a crucial resource in car batteries. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Everyone knows about the Auto Show, but do you know about the Battery Show taking place in Novi? WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Detroit Tigers great and controversial figure Ty Cobb has a surprising connection to GM. WWJ's John McElroy has the details.
Every year automakers claim they sell 100,000 more vehicles than are actually registered by owners. WWJ's John McElroy explores why.
Today's automotive executives work like dogs, putting in 12-14 hour days. WWJ's John McElroy explains that isn't a good thing.
When VinFast launched its IPO in the middle of August, everyone was stunned. And their stock has been in a rollercoaster since. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
In 1914 Ford implemented a pay of $5 per day to help retain employees. Adjusted for inflation that would equal $19 an hour today. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Car sales will be up in 2023, but they won't come close to where they were in 2019. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
UAW is pushing for big raises, but a lot of automakers are doing it on their own anyway. WWJ's John McElroy explains why.
Even though digital designs help with speed and has a myriad of tools, designers still prefer physical models. WWJ's John McElroy has the details.
Mercedes-Benz made the most money per car in the first half of 2023, but who followed? WWJ's John McElroy has more.
People have been wondering for years if the Woodward Dream Cruise would fizzle out. WWJ's John McElroy doesn't think so.
Some of the most beautiful cars you'll see at the Dream Cruise aren't the classics, but the customs. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Woodward Dream Cruise sparks the age old debate, preserve or restore? WWJ's John McElroy has more.
One of the coolest things about the Woodward Dream Cruise is the sheer variety of cars that show up. WWJ's John McElroy has the details.
General Motors is making bi-directional charging a standard feature on all new electronic vehicles. Which means you can use the EV to feed power back into your home say, during a power outage. On a new Automotive Insight, John McElroy says this could be a game changer.
Pepsi's test run with Tesla's semi-trucks was a success, and their poised to buy more. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
COVID and the chip shortage has already put suppliers under a strain, a UAW strike could cripple them. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
UAW's president Shawn Fain is asking for everything and more. WWJ's John Gilbert has the details.
GM was going to axe the Bolt from it's lineup, but decided against it last minute. WWJ's John McElroy explains why.
GM has been slower than other automakers at rolling out EVs, and it turns out its because they have been making the batteries by hand. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
There are now 3 separate occasions of ships carrying EVs catching on fire. WWJ's John McElroy explains how this could be detrimental for the EV export industry.
In areas where water usage is scarce, there could be a new alternative to washing your car! WWJ's John McElroy has more.
BYD is now the top selling car company in China, and it is even out selling Tesla in the electric car market. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
A California company called Orbis has invented a metal ring that would replace rotors on cars. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Passenger cars aren't going away, despite how far down their sales are. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
The motions are underway for the UAW as they begin contract negotiations with Ford, General Motors and Stellantis. On a new Automotive Insight, WWJ's John McElroy says while the UAW will undoubtedly make financial headway for their members, they could go to far, forcing automakers into being uncompetitive globally.
The prices of used cars are coming down, and that's a sign the chip shortage is coming to an end. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
When EV sales hit 20% market share, automakers could start merging their ICE operations. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
New car sales are coming in far stronger than anyone expected. WWJ's Jon McElroy explains what that could mean for the economy.
With the nations fleet of cars getting older on average, car repair shops expecting to see strong business. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
With Tesla locking up the giga casting market, Toyota decided to make its own. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
China now exports more vehicles than any other countries, and America could be next on their list. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Stellantis has invoked critical plant status. The move appears to be preemptive against a potential strike later in the year. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Some people are upset over the Chinese ties these plants have, but WWJ's Jon McElroy says that it's not necessarily a bad thing.
New distracted driving law in Michigan has been years in the making. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Stellantis has stopped sending dealers in 14 states gas-only vehicles. WWJ's Jon McElroy explains why.
Some automakers are offering unlimited EV charging, and that is ruining the experience for other drivers. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
For decades GM banned any of it's brands from motor car racing, but that didn't stop some engineers from doing so clandestinely. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Despite the hype surrounding EVs, GM, Ford and Stellantis are still investing big money into internal combustion engines. WWJ's Jon McElroy has the details.
The transition to EVs will be hard on the automotive industry, but Michigan is actually well positioned to make that change. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
While other manufacturers are giving up on the idea of autonomous vehicles, GM is forging ahead, seeing it as a big revenue opportunity. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Last week the EPA announced that the U.S. has cut greenhouse emissions 17% since 2005 despite millions of more people and a 90% increase in the economy. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
For Q1 2023 Tesla's Model Y is #1 in car sales, the first time an EV has ever reached that milestone. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
The EPA published its annual Air Quality Report, and compared to 1970 air pollutants are down 78%. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
While it is still unknown how fast consumers will switch to EVs, commercial businesses seem to be much more open to it. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
EVs are overall more environmentally friendly, but one big issue remains -- The batteries. WWJ's Jon McElroy has the details.
Elon Musk used to brag about how he never had to advertise for Tesla, but with competition rising, it seems his opinion on that has changed. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Giga casters make building new cars much cheaper, but replacing them is not, and insurance companies fear they may become a 'repair nightmare'. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Ford has begun 'test driving' direct sales of cars to consumers in Europe. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
EV automakers such as Tesla are hurting car dealerships with their direct to customer sales model. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
You can already get 'robo-taxis' in San Fransico, Phoenix and Austin. But soon they'll appear in more cities across the country. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
The Tacoma is #1 in the world in mid-sized pickups, but Ford looks to change that. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
EPA is allowing for more Ethanol to be used in gas this summer, to make sure there isn't a gas shortage. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
You want a foreign EV? But you also want that tax credit? Turns out leasing is a massive loophole. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Toyota is shifting its marketing to focus on black, Hispanic and Asian demographics. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Ford, GM, and Stellantis are all slashing thousands of employees. Are they preparing for an economic downturn? WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Automakers are copying Tesla's 'gigacasters' as they help cut costs. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
BMW's new autonomous technology allows you to change lanes by simply looking where you want to go. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
In a recent interview, new UAW President Shawn Fain laid out his bargaining goals for the UAW.
Ford is finding the Chinese market is completely saturated, so it's trying to rethink its approach. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Stanley Steamer was once a world famous car alternative, but the business went under. WWJ's Jon McElroy explains why.
Inflation is driving car prices sky high, but this is actually causing MORE people to pay in cash. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Gasoline demand has peaked, but will never reach this summit again. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Ford was the first automaker to use the assembly line, but they were inspired by another industry. WWJ's Jon McElroy has the details.
The rare-earth minerals needed for EVs may have already been inadvertently mined out of the ground. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Despite fears of a recession, 1st quarter new car sales report had a strong showing. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Being innovative takes time and money. In 2022, who spent more on research and development? WWJ's Jon McElroy has the answer.
Despite strong profits from GM, Ford, and Stellantis, Toyota lost money -- why? WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Want a semi-autonomous car without shelling out the money for it? For only $1500 your cell phone can do it for you. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Hyliion has created an EV range extender that is 3D printed. WWJ's Jon McElroy explains how that's possible.
Ford and GM both claim they have the edge over the other in the hand-free arm race. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Dodge will be introducing the 'Hornet', the brands first new model in over a decade. WWJ's Jon McElroy with more.
In an effort to give EVs the classic sound of its ICE predecessors, GM has put unusual sounds into their cars speakers. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
EU wants to cut all car emissions by 2035, but some automakers worry that it will cost their company jobs. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
An American journal is claiming fracking is coming to an end. WWJ's Jon McElroy explains how that impacts the auto industry.
No matter who becomes president, this fall's contract negotiations will be contentious. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
The Biden Administration decided to cut its allies some slack with the Inflation Reduction Act. WWJ's John McElroy explains how.
The Big 3 are trying to get thousands of employees to leave the company to get ahead of a possible recession, and a transition to EV technology. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Most manufacturers have some type of self-driving software these days, but most still require driver attention. But that is beginning to change. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Auto companies have their eyes on heated seats and heated steering wheels by subscription, but many are pushing back. WWJ's John McElroy explains why.
Turkey has slapped a 40% tariff on Chinese EVs to prevent them from flooding their market. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
The CEO of Stellantis is poised to have the Ram pickups go global. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Due to electromagnetic interference with the battery, EV manufacturers have begun removing AM radios. WWJ's John McElroy explains why FEMA is pushing back.
Even though Chrysler only accounts for 30% of cars sold globally, it accounts for 56% of the companies profits. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Dealers who are hesitant and push back against selling EVs may come to regret it in the long run. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
There is a shortage of well trained car technicians. The Piston Foundation is trying to gather donations for more scholarships for aspiring technicians. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Porsche is attempting to create a synthetic fuel for ICE, that doesn't burn carbon and is better for the environment. WWJ's John McElroy explains why.
Several international automakers are frustrated by the Inflation Reduction Act because they don't have plants in the U.S. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
GM and Ford sales in China have been in freefall for a few years, why is that? WWJ's John McElroy has a theory.
Tesla, despite its size and selling millions less in cars, posted a profit of $12.5B in profits. That dwarfs Ford and GM's profits. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
As interest rates soar, more Americans can't make car payments. WWJ's John McElroy will explain what they are doing to acquire cars instead.
Ford lost $2B in 2022, and in order to make up for that loss they may have to layoff thousands of employees. WWJ's John McElroy has the details.
It has been a well known issue that EVs lose range trying to heat up vehicles in cold weather. WWJ's John McElroy explains how a Farmington Hills company is trying to fix that.
A Swedish tech company is developing a software that can detect if a car's lug nuts are coming loose. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Tesla may have started the trend, but many other automakers are following suit by providing car insurance to their customers. WWJ's John McElroy explains why.
Jeep is idling a plant that builds Jeep Cherokee after sales of the vehicle crashed. WWJ's John McElroy explains how the Ford Bronco may share responsibility.
Tesla offers its own optional insurance policy, which they claim is causing other insurance companies to reassess their policies. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
In an effort to revitalize their automotive industry, Russia is going to bring back and update a 1963 model V8 engine. WWJ's John McElroy has the details.
The sale of pickup trucks are declining, and a lot of those owners are switching to SUVs. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
As engines get cleaner and EVs get more common, gasoline demand has been falling and will continue to do so. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Tesla has cut prices on some of their models by over $5K, upsetting other EV manufacturers. WWJ's John McElroy explains why.
Some states want investments from Chinese battery companies, while others don't. WWJ's John McElroy explains why that is.
Chevrolet has began a contest that will award $100K a 3-month loan of a Chevy Trax to pursue your dream. WWJ's Jon McElroy has more.
Despite a promise of autonomous taxis being on the road by now, Tesla has yet to come through. WWJ's John McElroy explains why that is so hard to do.
One way to improve mileage on vehicles, is to have cars change shape as they pick up speed. WWJ's John McElroy explains how that is possible.
Bi-directional chargers allow for people to sell the electricity in their batteries back for money. This could allow EV buses to earn up to $10,000. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
ZF unveiled heated seatbelts at CES last week. WWJ's John McElroy explains how it could help EVs drive longer.
Every EV has an on board charger that converts AC to DC. But a company called Elite Power out of Toronto found a way to remove that charger, allowing EVs to charge 3x faster! WWJ's John McElroy has more.
No one would be surprised if you told them Toyota and Tesla were the top automakers in the world. But, the third most valued automaker might come as a surprise. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Ford was the first automotive company to use the assembly line, but they didn't come up with it alone. WWJ's John McElroy has the story.
As cars become more unique and complex from one another, making sure body shops are qualified to work on them is crucial. WWJ's John McElroy tells you what to be on the lookout for.
Non-Inertial Navigation Technology looks to be the next step in navigation technology. It uses minature lasers inside you're vehicle rather than satellite GPS. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Despite the fact that EV charging stations are becoming common place, most people don't know where to find them. Well how to you fix that? WWJ's John McElroy has the answer.
Just like how automatic brakes help you avoid an accident, :steer by wire" may seen automatically turn your car away from potential collisions. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Fewer and fewer young people are interested in collecting classic cars, raising concern over the long-term value of those classics. WWJ's John McElroy explains.
Tesla has a distinct cost advantage due to it's direct sales method. But GM believes it can overcome that advantage with it's dealer network. WWJ's John McElroy has more details.
GM CEO dispelled the myth that having the UAW raises costs. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Medium sized EV trucks are cheaper to operate than diesel after 2 or 3 years. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Alfa Romeo is set to unveil its final car with an internal combustion engine. From 2025 onward Alfa Romeo will be EV only. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Ford plans to go completely carbon neutral by 2050, but they can't do that using hybrid vehicles. This means that even the best hybrid is temporary. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Off-road vehicles perform better if they're EVs because they can climb steeper hills. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Canada is poised to become a major source of raw materials for EVs. WWJ's John McElroy explains.
In 2025 GM will make Corvette a standalone brand, separating it from Chevrolet. WWJ's John McElroy explains what that means for the sports car.
Tesla has a program to cut manufacturing cost and change the style of the Model 3. WWJ's John McElroy explains why.
Mercedes is offering an update to their EVs for $1,000 to give your car better performance. WWJ's Joh n McElroy has more.
John Hennessy is making an EV supercar with 6 wheels and 2,400 horsepower. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Automakers are asking their interior designers to get rid of leather, for more reasons than just the animals. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Plug-in hybrid EVs, or PHEVs, are almost as expensive to make as regular EVs, and few people actually charge the battery. This has some manufacturers contemplating 'pulling the plug' on production. WWJ's John McElroy has the story.
Battery factories are the future of automotive plants. In a new Automotive Insight, WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy says those new factories will need thousands of people to produce electric vehicle batteries, but will companies be able to hire in those numbers with the current market?
In a new Auto Insight, WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy says that while Elon Musk used to shun traditional automakers, now that he owns Twitter, he needs their advertising dollars. So, the billionaire is changing his tune.
Electric passenger drones could be the next big thing in transportation, France wants to use them at the 2024 Olympics to help reduce traffic congestion. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Certain Audi dealers have started accepting your old electronics, to recycle the lithium ion batteries that they use. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
As EV production continues to ramp up, and they begin to take over the market, it could cause a sales boom for gas powered cars as people realize it could be their last chance to get them. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
After Ford created standalone businesses for their EVs development, other automakers wonder if they should too. WWJ's John McElroy lists the pros and the cons.
Thanks to more and more realistic simulations, automakers have been able to save money on prototypes. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
The Global Automotive & Mobility Innovation Challenge is looking for young minds to present inventions and ideas to help innovate the automotive industry. (Credit: Getty)
As China's car market begins to become oversaturated with competition, some look to expand manufacturing and sales to the U.S. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Despite a booming Chinese car market, foreign automakers are uneasy due to political strain. Stellantis for instance, will be exporting cars to China rather then build them there. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
EV pickups lag behind other EVs because of its lack of range, but the rumor is that Ram's EV concept will have some sort of range extender. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Despite selling nearly 622,000 less vehicles than GM, Tesla's profits are nearly as much as theirs. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
After seeing the rapid growth of EVs, Toyota is shifting away from Hybrids and focusing on EVs instead. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Ford has given up on creating its own autonomous vehicle technology, stating that it won't be viable for years. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
The first EV Corvette will go into production in 2026, but there is a catch, they will be SUVs. WWJ's John McElroy has the story.
Car companies have been testing out different types of dashboard screens but can't seem to figure out the right size or orientation. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
The new Grand Wagoneer is Jeep's venture into luxury vehicles. WWJ's John McElroy has the details.
Conventional car companies transitioning to EVs are struggling to catch Tesla, and one major reasoning why is that they are still using specs from internal combustion engines when they don't have to. WWJ's John McElroy has more.
Tesla cannot normally sell cars directly to consumers. But the company came into an agreement with a tribe in Santa Fe, which is considered sovereign territory, to sell its cars.
The frunk on the new F-150 Lightning comes equipped with power outlets and a light with plenty of room for secondary storage if the bed is not enough. WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy has more in today's edition of Automotive Insight.
The Dodge Challenger and Charger have got to be the oldest models in the market. But Dodge has done a brilliant job of keeping them relevant. WWJ Auto Analyst John McElroy has more in today's edition of Automotive Insight.
WWJ's John McElroy - Tesla making design changes & cutting costs faster than other automakers
WWJ's John McElroy - When it comes to new cars and trucks, this is the golden era for Detroit.
WWJ's John McElroy reports EV startups have a number of things going for them except for one thing.