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2 startups working on lighter, cheaper batteries with longer range
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports work is underway on what could be battery break-throughs that are cheaper and could provide more range.
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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.
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports at some point General Motors and Ford will have to take a stand after slashing their global footprint.
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Toyota considers move to only pure electric or hybrid vehicles
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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.
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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.
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports rebates for EV's may be dropped or lowered starting in January.
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EV battery cost is dropping, but needs to drop more
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports EV batteries are too expensive, but the cost of making them is going down.
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How the US can catch the Chinese on battery production
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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.
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Foreign automakers building more cars in North America than Big 3
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports foreign automakers are making production gains in North America.
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the EPA has made some changes to regulations regarding electric vehicles.
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Common parts help Chinese automakers make vehicles faster
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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.
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Zero Emission Vehicle states lack charging stations
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says red tape in gaining permits could be holding up the expansion of electric vehicle charging stations.
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Chinese automakers innovating faster than Big 3
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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.
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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.
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Capital funds disappearing from auto companies
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports capital spending is leaving the auto industry and that could create problems.
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A Stellantis surprise: Going public about the search for a new CEO
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Stellantis made an unusual move in going public about a search for a new CEO.By Audacy
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Some countries ban advertising for ICE vehicles
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the Hague has banned advertising of ICE vehicles.By Audacy
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The race to sell the most pickups has some surprises
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the pickup pecking order is changing.By Audacy
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Proposal would keep certain Chinese cars from coming to US
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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.By Audacy
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Longtime auto exec: Detroit 3 has to benchmark Chinese carmakers
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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.By Audacy
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America runs on trucks, so give them a break to help the economy
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says drivers should give truckers a break since they are key to the economy.By Audacy
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ChargeScape working so EV owners could be paid for electricity
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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.By Audacy
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Some cars are wicked fast, what's the limit for performance?
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy wonders if automakers are hitting the limits of performance.By Audacy
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A warning for Detroit carmakers courtesy of the Germans
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Germany is providing a warning for Detroit carmakers.By Audacy
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Despite tariffs, China is still a threat to Detroit Big 3
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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.By Audacy
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports drivers should use the specific oil so they don't see the "check engine" light.By Audacy
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Collaborate or evaporate! What's the future for Detroit's Big 3
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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.By Audacy
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Volvo develops centralized computer for EX90
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Volvo has joined the centralized computer club.By Audacy
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Automaker using free ice cream to lure customers for test drives
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a carmaker in China is using American-made ice cream to boost sales.By Audacy
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Are automakers cutting corners with sun visors?
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports many sun visors in luxury cars are inadequate.By Audacy
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Aussies are in top design positions at Ford, GM
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says Australians are rising to the top of automotive design positions in Detroit.By Audacy
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While sales of new EVs slow, but it's different for used electric vehicles
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports used EV sales have skyrocketed.By Audacy
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Humanoid robots could replace workers, save companies money
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports on China's push into humanoid robots.By Audacy
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These electric vehicles can go 600 miles, eliminating range anxiety
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports one of the hottest technologies in the auto industry is extended range electric vehicles.By Audacy
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Court overturns decision regarding Tesla sales ban
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Tesla can sue over a direct sales banBy Audacy
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New standard sets one spec for EV wireless charging systems
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a new standard will allow for EVs to charge while driving down the road.By Audacy
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We are seeing "safe-colored" cars, trucks, SUVs on the road
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy explains why we see so many black, white and grey colored vehicles.By Audacy
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Motorcycle fatalities rise after Michigan changes helmet law
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Michigan is seeing a higher number of fatalities involving motorcyclistsBy Audacy
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Advanced driver assistance technology not working to lower traffic fatalities
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports despite different safety technologies, traffic deaths are rising.By Audacy
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Owls are helping an auto supplier make EVs quieter
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Mahle is using owls to help make fans in EV's quieter.By Audacy
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Rental companies drop Tesla from their fleets
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports on how rental companies make money and why they are dropping Teslas from their fleets.By Audacy
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This company is making EVs cheaper than the Big 3 & other automakers
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports BYD is making electric vehicles cheaper than other companies.By Audacy
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Toll roads or gravel roads? A big decision must be made
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Michigan has a big decision to make on roads.By Audacy
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These robots could revolutionize automotive manufacturing
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports new humanoid robots are being used in some manufacturing facilities.By Audacy
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Automakers could benefit from annual styling changes
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WWJ's John McElroy reports the Big 3 used to change styles each year, and maybe they should consider going back to them.By Audacy
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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.By Audacy
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General Motors considers closing plants in China
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says due to falling sales in China, General Motors will consider closing plants in China.By Audacy
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GM expecting "variable" profit on EV's later this year
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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.By Audacy
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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. (Photo by Leonhard Simon/Getty Images)By Audacy
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WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers can launch new vehicles faster if they separate the software and hardware.By Audacy
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