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The Truth About CarsHow Can Stellantis Be Fixed?This week on the TTAC podcast we talk about exhaust welds, NASCAR fuel strategy, and how to fix Stellantis.
We have TTAC contributor Matthew Guy with us to discuss the first two topics – the man knows his exhaust welds and his NASCAR at Pocono. We have a lively chat about how fuel-saving racing is quite interesting, especially if you can handle the math. We also preview the NASCAR Challenge that starts this week at Atlanta.
Robby DeGraff from AutoPacific and I play pretend CEO and try to come up with the best product mix for St...2025-06-271h 14
Autoline After HoursAAH #742 - 11 Car Brands That Tariffs Could Force Out of U.S. MarketTOPIC: Industry Insight PANEL: Huibert Verhoeven, Harman; Paul Waati, AutoPacific; Gary Vasilash, shinymetalboxes.net; John McElroy, Autoline.tv2025-05-091h 03
jawbreaker.ioNavigating the New Normal: The Impact of Tariffs on Affordable CarsWelcome to today’s episode of Auto Talk, where we dive into the challenges facing the automotive industry amidst rising tariffs.
As consumers struggle to find budget-friendly cars, automakers are feeling the pinch. With the average new car price hovering around $48,000, brands like Ford, Kia, and Nissan are scrambling to maintain affordable models in their lineup. Ford's recent announcement points to a $1.5 billion drop in projected earnings due to these tariffs, highlighting the industry's uncertainty about pricing strategies.
Ed Kim from AutoPacific emphasizes, “Entry-level models typically have very little margin built into them.” With tariffs on imp...2025-05-0701 min
The Truth About CarsPredicting How Tariffs Will Affect the Auto IndustryThis week on the TTAC podcast, we tackle tariffs with Robby DeGraff from AutoPacific. There's a lot of moving parts and unpredictability, but we do our best to make sense of it all.As usual, TTAC contributor Matthew Guy and I chat about products we use and NASCAR. This week, it's all about locking pliers with a slide hammer and NASCAR's throwback weekend at Darlington.We thank Robby and Matthew for their time, and Matt Posky for editing. Most of all, we thank you for listening! We'll see you next time!2025-04-111h 07
Total Car ScoreS6E9 - Is the automotive global industry in its most chaotic time in history?In this episode we talk with Ed Kim, President and Chief Analyst at AutoPacific about the challenges the whole automotive industry is facing not only in the United States and its new anti-EV policies, but around the globo with the ferocious competition coming from China.
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The Truth About CarsHere's What's Hot at CES This YearThis week we chat with Robby DeGraff from AutoPacific about what he saw at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. We then delve into Stuff We Use -- and what's happening with collector-car auctions.As always, please find us wherever you get your podcasts.We thank Robby and Matthew for their time and Matt Posky for editing. Thanks for listening!2025-01-241h 01Autoline After HoursAAH #722 - 2024 A Frantic Year Coming to a CloseTOPIC: Cruise, Tesla, Exec Changes PANEL: Jeff Gilbert, WWJ Newsradio 950; Paul Eisenstein, headlight.news; Paul Waatti, AutoPacific; Gary Vasilash, shinymetalboxes.net2024-12-131h 05
WardsAutoEpisode66 - What Now with EVs? with AutoPacific President Ed KimAutomakers are retrenching their EV strategy and product plans. What's hot? What's not? What's next? Host David Kiley and AutoPacific President and Chief Analyst Ed Kim chew it over.2024-11-1845 min
The Truth About CarsHow Will Trump's Win Affect the Automotive Industry?The U.S. presidential election has been decided in favor of Donald Trump. We discuss how his administration will affect the automotive industry with Robby DeGraff from AutoPacific.Matthew Guy pops by to discuss work gloves and the controversy at Martinsville, as well.Find us at TTAC.com and wherever you get your podcasts. We thank Robby and Matthew for their time and Matt Posky for editing. Most of all, we thank you for listening!2024-11-081h 37
Daily Charge UpEVs are Awesome, Whatever Your PoliticsOn today's episode we discuss the latest EV News! Check the chapters below for specific timestamps and enjoy!00:00 - Intro00:11 - EVs are Awesome, Whatever Your Politics01:01 - Save $2,000 on EVs at Costco!02:22 - BYD's Hiring Surge: The Giant Keeps Growing03:24 - Suzuki and Toyota Partner on e Vitara 04:20 - Rivian's Voice-Driven Future05:30 - OutroThanks for watching! Join the community at https://dailychargeup.com/chatSources:https://www.businessinsider.com/rivian-autonomous-driving-not-goal-like-tesla-not-wassym-bensaid-2024-112024-11-0605 min
Automotive State of The UnionEV Registrations Up 18%, FSD Low-Viz Investigation, Rivian Knight RiderShoot us a Text.As we wind down on another week, we’re looking at August’s EV numbers and the gains by GM. Plus, we talk about the NHTSA’s investigation into Full Self Driving, and how Rivian is re-skinning its R1s for spooky season.Show Notes with links:General Motors' latest electric vehicles, combined with Tesla's Cybertruck, significantly contributed to an 18% increase in U.S. EV registrations in August year over year.U.S. EV registrations hit 111,952, accounting for 8.6% of the light-vehicle market, up from 7.5% the previous year.GM’s n...2024-10-1814 min
Car Stuff PodcastLegendary Mercedes Designer Passes, Buick Enclave Impresses, Buyers Pick Their Favorite Car FeaturesJill and Tom opened the show quickly covering a number of topics, including the death of legendary Mercedes-Benz designer Bruno Sacco, the folding of General Motors’ electric commercial-van unit into Chevrolet, and Tom’s weekend long-trip drive in the electric Subaru Solterra small crossover. Still in the first segment, Jill shared her take on the redesigned-for-2025 Buick Enclave large, 3-row crossover. The near-luxury crossover impresses for its quietness and general refinement, but not everything is perfect. Listen in for complete details. In the second segment the hosts are joined by Robby DeGraf...2024-10-0156 min
The Truth About CarsThese Are The Features You Want on Your Next CarWe talk with Robby DeGraff from AutoPacific about the features new-car buyers want, and we discuss the torque wrenches we use. Tim then evaluates some made-up NASCAR mid-season awards.We thank Robby DeGraff, Matthew Guy, and Matt Posky for editing. Most of all, we thank you for listening. Find us wherever you get your podcasts and we'll see you next time.2024-08-0950 minAutoline After HoursAAH #704 - Honda Jumps Into the EV WarTOPICS: Honda PANEL: Lance Woelfer, Honda; Paul Waatti, AutoPacific; Gary Vasilash, shinymetalboxes.net; John McElroy, Autoline.tv2024-07-261h 08
The Truth About CarsHere's Why Younger Car Buyers Are More Open to Chinese CarsThis week we chat with Robby DeGraff from AutoPacific about why younger buyers are more open to buying Chinese cars, despite privacy concerns.Yours truly was also at the NASCAR Chicago Street Race in person, so TTAC contributor Matthew Guy and I discuss that. We also talk about LED garage lighting.We thank Robby and Matthew for their time, and Matt Posky for editing. As always, we thank you for listening!2024-07-121h 32Car Stuff Podcast$10,000 Electric Vehicles, Genesis GV80, American Readiness to Buy Chinese CarsJill and Tom are both in studio this week. The conversation started with a brief acknowledgment of the IRS-approved federal mileage reimbursement rate. Is it still the same as the cost of a first-class stamp? The hosts went on to discuss the hyper-affordable Chinese-built BYD Seagull, a $10,000 electric car that could be on a journey to the American market. Jill and Tom also went on to discuss the current new-vehicle redesign cadence, which has grown very long for some vehicles, including the Toyota 4Runner. Jill also shared her take on the Genesis GV80 premium midsize c...2024-05-2755 minAutomotive State of The UnionYoung Buyers Eye Chinese EVs, Kia's EV SUV, Mobile SuperchargersShoot us a Text.It’s a busy Thursday as we roll towards the holiday weekend. Today, we explore the surprising interest in Chinese EVs among young Americans, Kia's launch of a new compact electric SUV amid cooling EV demand, and Yoshi Mobility's innovative mobile fast charging solution for EVs.Show Notes with links:A recent survey by AutoPacific reveals that younger Americans are increasingly open to purchasing vehicles from Chinese brands, despite privacy worries.35% of respondents aged 18 to 80 would consider a Chinese car.76% of those under 40 are open to buying a...2024-05-2312 min
America on the Road2024 Volvo S90 Recharge, 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6, Consumer Reports, EV Infrastructure, EV Charging, AutoPacific, Apple CarIn this episode of America on the Road, we try to answer a question posed by our two road test cars, the 2024 Volvo S90 Recharge and the Hyundai Ioniq 6. The Volvo is a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and the Hyundai is a battery-powered pure EV. Of course, they aren’t in the same segment, but looking at them can help answer the question that is on a lot of car buyers’ minds right now — should I purchase a plug-in hybrid or a battery-electric? We examine both that question and the pluses and minuses of each car individually in this week’s vehicle...2024-03-1645 minAutoline After HoursAAH #684 - EV Price War Forces Automakers to Rethink EverythingTOPIC: Auto Industry Changes PANEL: Jeff Stout, Yanfeng; Paul Waatti, AutoPacific; Gary Vasilash, shinymetalboxes.net; John McElroy, Autoline.tv2024-03-041h 06Car Stuff PodcastBargain Jeep Grand Cherokee, Future Car Features, Fake Car Colors Jill and Tom opened a busy show by discussing ways that Tom might exploit Jill’s would-be celebrity to expand the popularity of the show. The hosts went on to review the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Altitude, which both agreed feels like a pretty strong value. Jill and Tom opened the second segment by welcoming Robby Degraff of AutoPacific to the program. Robby shared the findings of AutoPacific’s Future Attribute Demand Study (FADS). Robby walked the hosts down the top-ten list of features car shoppers are expected to want on vehicles purchased in the near future, includ...2023-10-0355 minAutoline After HoursAAH #658 - Forget Styling, Car Buyers Want Glitz and GimmicksTOPIC: Car Buyer Trends; PANEL: Ed Kim, AutoPacific; Alexa St. John, Insider; Gary Vasilash, on Automotive; John McElroy, Autoline.tv2023-08-041h 02Automotive State of The UnionGM’s ICE Commitment, Stellantis Pulls ICE Allocation, Student Debt Hits BackShoot us a Text.It’s a great week in Retail Auto to start the Summer. Today we’re talking about GM’s continued commitment to ICE vehicles. We also talk about Stellantis stopping ICE allocations of Wranglers, as well as the return of student debt payments to millions. Show Notes with links:In a move anticipating labor negotiations, General Motors commits over $2 billion towards the manufacturing of its next-generation, gasoline-powered pickups and SUVs, assuring their production into the 2030s.The announcements came over the course of seven-days this monthNext-generation Silverado and Sierra pickup p...2023-06-1916 min
Off The Road Again2024 Lexus GX Reaction, 2023 Ford Raptor R, 392 Wrangler, Bronco Raptor & More - Episode 167Buckle up and prepare for an exhilarating ride on the Off The Road Again Podcast! In this special episode, join your hosts Robby DeGraff of AutoPacific and Chris Tracy as they take you on an off-road adventure like no other. Get ready to explore the rugged terrains and discover the incredible capabilities of 14 impressive off-road vehicles that Chris got behind the wheel of at the highly anticipated Midwest Automotive Media Association's Spring Rally.
Throughout this captivating discussion, Robby and Chris delve into the heart-pounding experiences they had while testing a wide range of off-road beasts. From the...2023-06-141h 12
The Truth About CarsTTAC Episode 10: 2023 Chicago Auto ShowTalking the 2023 Chicago Auto Show with automotive journalist Tom Appel from Consumer Guide Automotive and industry analyst Robby DeGraff from AutoPacific.2023-02-2749 minOff The Road AgainRobby DeGraff, AutoPacific - Episode 135Ross and Chris welcome Robby DeGraff back to the show. Robby works for AutoPacific and has spent time with quite a few cars recently.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/offtheroadagain/support2022-10-261h 06Total Car ScoreS3E58: Is VinFast the new version of the Hyundai Motor Group?In this episode we talk to Ed Kim, President and Chief Analyst at AutoPacific, who just came back from the VinGroup Elite Tour III and shares his thoughts about the new Vietnamese automaker and how it compares to what the Hyundai Motor Group did decades ago.
2022-09-2922 minThe Truth About CarsTTAC Episode #5We talk with analyst Robby DeGraff from AutoPacific about the state of the industry all while being as aggressively Midwestern as possible. We also chat about EVs and small trucks. Take a listen, and stick around past the end to hear us smack down overpriced BMWs.2022-06-2956 min
Off The Road AgainLexus LX 600, Toyota Sequoia, & GR Corolla Morizo - Episode 128Ross and Chris welcome Robby DeGraff of AutoPacific back to the show. Robby is an industry analyst for AutoPacific and spent time with the all-new Lexus LX 600, the Toyota Sequoia, the GR Corolla Morizo, Mazda CX-50, Subaru Forester Wilderness, and so much more!
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Our Auto ExpertAn In-Car Interview In San Diego, Do’s And Don’ts For Car Owners, And A Double Dose Of Andy’s Top 5! - 5-14-20221) Show preview, Nik cooks bacon to coarse Automatic Andy out of bed
2) Auto Andy's first Top 5 features the 2022 Chevy Tahoe 4WD Z71
3) Nik is joined by Javier Mota in San Diego for an in-car interview on the 2023 AT4X GNC Sierra
4) The Latin portion of Our Auto Expert Javier Mota continues his in-car chat with Nik, their conversation is centered around Super Cruise and the Denali Ultimate
5) Rule-breaker Justin Bieber's Ferrari ban is the focus of Nik's News as the gang talks about the br...2022-05-191h 21Car Stuff PodcastEV Tipping Point, Mazda CX-50Host Tom Appel and co-hosts Jill Ciminillo and Damon Bell kick off the show by discussing Mazda's new-for-2023 CX-50 compact SUV. Robby DeGraff, Industry Analyst with AutoPacific, joins us to talk about a number of new pure-electric vehicles that are slated to hit the market in the coming months. Tom has a quiz on 0-60-mph times for Damon and Jill, and Damon runs down the latest articles on the Consumer Guide Daily Drive blog--including a track-drive review of the new-for-2022 Hyundai Elantra N and Kona N.2022-04-0155 min
Pickup Truck +SUV TalkRising gas prices won't stop new truck sales? Consumers blah over EVsIn this podcast, Tim and Jill are joined by Ed Kim, President of AutoPacific, to discuss their latest findings on fuel prices and new truck sales. Also, we discuss recent survey results with consumer enthusiasm over EVs still blah. Website: https://www.autopacific.com/Support the show2022-02-251h 45
GT: Garage Talk102. Numbers, Analytics, and CarsOn this week's episode Cory reaches out to Ed Kim, President and Chief Analyst of AutoPacific. AutoPacific is a future-oriented automotive marketing research and product-consulting firm. Founded in 1986, AutoPacific has been helping shape the automotive vehicle lineup over the past 30+ years.
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Our Auto ExpertBreaking Down The Lexus LS 500, Perry Stern Gives The New Bentley Flying Spur A Whirl, And A Behind The Scenes Look At The Ford F-150 Supercrew 4x4 Raptor - 1-22-22Topics for Nik Miles, Automatic Andy, and Anthony:
Mackenzie Richter with the Lexus Product marketing - Lexus LS 500
Ed Kim - President and Chief Analyst - AutoPacific. Lexus and more
Perry Stern 2022 New Bentley Flying Spur
Brian Bell, Ford F-150 Trucks Marketing Manager. F-150 Supercrew 4x4 Raptor
Andy's top 5 - 2022 Subaru Ascent Onyx Edition
Nik and Anton Wahlman tackle the news from the U.S. and abroad
2022-01-261h 19Off The Road AgainRobby DeGraff, AutoPacific - Episode 103Ross and Chris welcome Robby DeGraff of AutoPacific back to the show. The guys discuss Hyundai's 2021 sales numbers, EVs, the Ford F-150 Lightning, and speculate on the upcoming Chevrolet Silverado EV. Ross fills in the guys on his Lexus GX build and his new partners: Ironman4x4, Toyo Tires, Wheel Pros, and Warn Industries. Chris laments the lack of skid plates for the 2017 Chevrolet Suburban.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/offtheroadagain/support2022-01-051h 30Car Stuff PodcastLucid and Rivian Reach Production, 2022 Lexus NXHost Tom Appel and co-hosts Jill Ciminillo and Damon Bell kick off the show by discussing the redesigned-for-2022 Lexus NX compact luxury SUV. Robby DeGraff, Industry Analyst with AutoPacific, joins us to talk about promising EV startups, in light of the fact that the Lucid Air luxury sedan and Rivian R1T full-size pickup have recently reached production. Tom has a quiz on China's automotive market for Damon and Jill, and Damon runs down the latest articles on the Consumer Guide Daily Drive blog--including a Test Drive review of the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L. 2021-10-0854 minOff The Road AgainRobby DeGraff, AutoPacific - Episode 84Ross & Chris welcome Robby DeGraff back to the show. Robby has spent time with the Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer, Hyundai Santa Cruz, and the Subaru Outback Wilderness. The guys discuss the Ford Bronco hardtop woes and delays. Ford announced new colors for Bronco too. Robby explains why the Wagoneers are going to do well and the possibility of an extended version to compete with Suburbans, Yukon XL, and Expedition Max.
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Autos Y MásHonda Civic 2022/ Nissan Versa y Sentra - 10 Ago 21En esta emisión de Autos y más hablamos del compacto Honda Civic 2022. Los modelos de Nissan Versa y Sentra han sido reconocidos por brindar satisfacción a sus usuarios y ser emotivos en la edición 25 de los premios de satisfacción de AutoPacific.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-08-1146 minOff The Road AgainRobby DeGraff & William Byrd - Episode 74Chris welcomes Robby DeGraff & William Byrd to the show. Robby is an automotive writer and industry analyst with AutoPacific. William writes about cars and automotive products for just about anybody including Hooniverse and The Drive. Robby drove the Subaru Outback Wilderness and William had a week with the Jeep Wrangler 392 Rubicon.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/offtheroadagain/support2021-06-161h 29Car Stuff PodcastNew-Car Infotainment Trends; 2022 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand WagoneerHost Tom Appel and co-hosts Jill Ciminillo and Damon Bell kick off the show by discussing the recently unveiled 2022 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer large SUVs. Robby DeGraff, Industry Analyst with AutoPacific, joins us to talk about the rapidly evolving world of new-vehicle connectivity and infotainment systems. Tom has a quiz on the home countries of foreign automotive brands for Damon and Jill, and Damon runs down the latest articles on the Consumer Guide Daily Drive blog--including a Test Drive review of the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban High Country. 2021-03-1255 minOff The Road AgainRam TRX, Robby DeGraff, & Joel Strickland - Episode 55Ross & Chris welcome Robby DeGraff from AutoPacific, Joel Strickland of Joel Strickland Media, and Ross' brother, Spencer to talk about the Ram TRX, the 2021 Chevy Suburban High Country, the 2021 GMC Yukon AT4, and Spencer's 2016 Ram Rebel. Chris, Joel, and Robby also discuss the pros and cons of roof rack bars, baskets, and cargo carriers.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/offtheroadagain/support2021-02-031h 47Car Stuff PodcastCalifornia EV Mandate; 2021 Toyota SiennaHost Tom Appel and co-hosts Jill Ciminillo and Damon Bell start the show by discussing Toyota's all-new, hybrid-only 2021 Sienna minivan, which is set to go on sale soon. Ed Kim, Vice President, Industry Analysis at AutoPacific, joins us for a talk about California's recently announced electric-vehicle mandate for 2035. Tom has a quiz on tires for Damon and Jill, and Damon runs down the latest articles on the Consumer Guide Daily Drive blog--including our Consumer Guide First Spin reviews of the redesigned Sienna and the outrageous new Ram 1500 TRX off-road pickup.2020-10-2953 min
OverdriveOverdrive: VW at Pikes Peak; Jaguar e-Pace; Japanese train psychology; Museum of Sex bus adsWelcome to Overdrive, a program that proudly gives you the alternative facts to all aspects of motoring and transport.
In this program, we look at news stories with including:
1. Toyota Gazoo racing wins at le mans
2. Toyota confirms super sports car development
3. Tesla Flags Over 500 Job Cuts at California Headquarters, Plant
4. AutoPacific Announces 2018 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards:
5. Ford and Volkswagen are in early talks about jointly developing a range of commercial vehicles.
An air-cooled Volkswagen has just broken a motor sport record. It is not a hotted up old-style beetle and
We road test the Jaguar e-pace and small sized SUV...2018-06-3030 minAutoline After HoursAAH #403 - What Did James Bond Drive? We Ask Mr. Aston MartinTOPIC: ASTON MARTIN DB11 SPECIAL GUEST: Simon Sproule, VP and Chief Marketing Officer, Aston Martin
NEWS:
- Mary Barra Talks About the Future: Electric and Autonomous
- Automakers Attack California’s ZEV Mandate Again: What About All Those EVs They’re Going to Make?
- Thor Semi: Just Another Pipe Dream?
PANEL:
- John McElroy, Autoline.tv
- Gary Vasilash, Automotive Design and Production
- Dave Sullivan, AutoPacific2017-12-1458 minAutoline After HoursAAH #389 - FCA, PSA, and Looking For A Parking SpotREPORTER ROUNDTABLENEWS:- NAFTA talks begin this week; What to expect?- PSA's unusual approach to the North American market- Are the Chinese going to buy FCA?- Doctor DataPANEL: John McElroy, Autoline.tv; Gary Vasilash, Automotive Design and Production; Dave Sullivan, AutoPacific; Joann Muller, Forbes.com2017-08-171h 08Autoline After HoursAAH #381 - Direction Of The New Lincoln NavigatorTOPIC: 2018 Lincoln NavigatorSPECIAL GUEST: Andrew Kernahan, Chief Program Engineer, Lincoln NavigatorNEWS:- Why Is Honda Suddenly Talking Level 4?- Used Car Prices Drop: KBB says they're down, Manheim says they're up- Is CARB Like the Honey Badger?PANEL: John McElroy, Autoline.tv; Gary Vasilash, AD and P; Dave Sullivan, AutoPacific2017-06-091h 05Autoline After HoursAAH #338 - Buick LaCrosse: From Good To GreatThe all new Buick LaCrosse is not all that well known. You haven’t read any driving reviews, and it’s not even on sale yet. But this is Buick’s flagship sedan and it's bristling with new technology. So join us for an in-depth conversation with the car’s chief engineer, Jeff Yanssens, to learn about the details on this car and how they went about developing it.UP FOR DISCUSSION:- Ford and Collaborative Robotics: will it affect manufacturing and jobs in China?- Tesla Crash: NHTSA or SEC?- Hacking carsAll that and...2016-07-141h 09Autoline After HoursAAH #329 - The Sportage LifeSPECIAL GUEST: Orth Hedrick, VP, Product Planning, KIA Motors America UP FOR DISCUSSION:- Kia Sportage- VW goes luxury in Beijing- Faraday Future rolls dice in Vegas- Sibling Mileage Squabble – Cruze v. Volt- New Mercedes Battery Car? All that and much more with host Gary Vasilash from Automotive Design and Production with guest panelists Stephanie Brinley, IHS Automotive and Dave Sullivan, AutoPacific.2016-04-2255 min
Autoline This WeekAutoline This Week #2011: Cadillac Changing CourseOnce not too long ago it was king of the luxury hill. But having lost that title to the Germans years back, Cadillac has sputtered on every end. By the time the product was fixed much of the customer base had defected. But now Cadillac has turned to the luxury brands’ Mr. Fix It, Johan de Nysschen. Responsible for transforming Audi into the U.S. sales powerhouse it is today and was on his way to attempting the same for Infiniti before Cadillac came calling. On this week’s show, Mr. de Nysschen talks about his strategy for Cadillac to rega...2016-04-0726 min
Autoline This Week - VideoAutoline This Week #2011: Cadillac Changing CourseOnce not too long ago it was king of the luxury hill. But having lost that title to the Germans years back, Cadillac has sputtered on every end. By the time the product was fixed much of the customer base had defected. But now Cadillac has turned to the luxury brands’ Mr. Fix It, Johan de Nysschen. Responsible for transforming Audi into the U.S. sales powerhouse it is today and was on his way to attempting the same for Infiniti before Cadillac came calling. On this week’s show, Mr. de Nysschen talks about his strategy for Cadillac to rega...2016-04-0726 minAutoline This Week - VideoAutoline This Week #1935: VW’s Diesel DilemmaIt broke in mid-September but had been boiling for some time. Volkswagen, the largest automaker in the world had done wrong with its diesel engines. VW was hoping it might go away but this huge story has done nothing but grow. On this week’s Autoline, John McElroy is joined by an all-star panel including, Csaba Csere, Contributing Editor, Car and Driver, Pulitzer Prize reporter Joe White from Reuters and AutoPacific car analyst Dave Sullivan, to look at what VW did and if it can get itself out of this global quagmire.2015-11-1226 minAutoline This WeekAutoline This Week #1935: VW’s Diesel DilemmaIt broke in mid-September but had been boiling for some time. Volkswagen, the largest automaker in the world had done wrong with its diesel engines. VW was hoping it might go away but this huge story has done nothing but grow. On this week’s Autoline, John McElroy is joined by an all-star panel including, Csaba Csere, Contributing Editor, Car and Driver, Pulitzer Prize reporter Joe White from Reuters and AutoPacific car analyst Dave Sullivan, to look at what VW did and if it can get itself out of this global quagmire.2015-11-1226 minAutoline After HoursAAH #307 - ROUSH Performance: There's an App for ThatUP FOR DISCUSSION:- VW: A Brand Sell-off Could Mean a Smaller Company Post-Scandal.- Consumer Reports: Tesla’s Model S is the Best Car Ever, Not.- LG Chem: Supplier Ticked Off After GM Reveals the Price of Batteries.SPECIAL GUESTS: Don Manfredi, VP, Marketing, ROUSH Performance and Justin Schroeder, Chief Engineer, ROUSH PerformanceAll that and much more with John McElroy, Autoline.tv; Gary Vasilash, Automotive Design and Production; Dave Sullivan, AutoPacific.2015-10-231h 04Autoline After HoursAAH #272 - Jeeps, GTs and VolkswagensUP FOR DISCUSSION:- Can an Italian-built Jeep make it in America?- Detroit Auto Show 2015: what we saw, what we liked, what we didn’t see, and what we didn’t care about- Volkswagen is dominating everywhere in the world, it seems, except the U.S.All that and much more with Gary Vasilash, Automotive Design and Production; Dave Sullivan, AutoPacific; Jeff Sabatini, Car and Driver.2015-01-301h 06Autoline After HoursAAH #256 - Why Luxury Brands are Murdering Mass-Market CarsUP FOR DISCUSSION:- How come Nissan's Carlos Ghosn’s direct reports are leaving left and right?- Is the “The Hydrogen Transition” on the horizon?- Are down-market luxury cars stealing sales from mass-market brands?All that and much more with John McElroy, Autoline.tv; Gary Vasilash, Automotive Design and Production; Dave Sullivan, AutoPacific and Joe White, The Wall Street Journal.2014-09-0559 minAutoline After HoursAAH #247 - How Volkswagen Puts Power Under the HoodUP FOR DISCUSSION:- GM CEO Mary Barra Returns to the Hill.- J.D. Power, AutoPacific and Edmunds are out with their latest ratings. Who's tops?SPECIAL GUEST: Oliver Schmidt, General Manager, Engineering and Environmental Office, Powertrain and Fuel Strategy, VWoAAll that and more with John McElroy, Autoline.tv; Gary Vasilash, Automotive Design and Production; Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press.2014-06-201h 19Autoline After HoursAAH #230 - Tesla, Dodge and the UAWUP FOR DISCUSSION:- The UAW is voted down at VW; will they take it out on the Detroit Three?- Dodge is lauded for innovation, but not for the cars they build- Tesla is on fire (in a good way)- China's largest auto supplier now owns FiskerAll that and more with John McElroy, Autoline.tv; Gary Vasilash, Automotive Design and Production; Karl Henkel, The Detroit News; and Dave Sullivan, AutoPacific2014-02-211h 13Autoline After HoursAutoline After Hours 47 - Think About ItThis week we talk with the man who's running the little car company that want's you to "Think About It." John Krafcik, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor America, sits down with the AAH crew to discuss the Korean company's philosophy, and how that thinking has brought it recent success. Mr. Krafcik will also answer your questions about the future of the company and how it will keep from becoming the next Toyota. All that and we discuss the news of the week and take your pressing Rapid Fire questions. John McElroy's in studio with the Autoextremist, Peter De Lorenzo...2010-03-191h 07Autoline This Week - VideoAutoline #1321: Fresh Metal 1Fresh Metal 1
Whether it's a local pro shop, jewelry store or hard rock radio station, there's a constant infusion of "fresh metal" or new product for consumers throughout the year. But the place where you find the most interesting and expensive metal is at new car dealers across the country. There, customers have the opportunity to buy everything from the latest hybrid technology to a new luxury crossover. Yet there are so many new products each year, and even more older models being refreshed, it's tough to keep up with everything. That's why two times each year Autoline...2009-06-1924 minAutoline This WeekAutoline #1321: Fresh Metal 1Fresh Metal 1Whether it's a local pro shop, jewelry store or hard rock radio station, there's a constant infusion of "fresh metal" or new product for consumers throughout the year. But the place where you find the most interesting and expensive metal is at new car dealers across the country. There, customers have the opportunity to buy everything from the latest hybrid technology to a new luxury crossover. Yet there are so many new products each year, and even more older models being refreshed, it's tough to keep up with everything. That's why two times each year Autoline...2009-06-1924 min