Toyota Shuts Down its Japanese Factories: What it Means
Toyota'sMiyataplant builds several Lexus modelsthat are exported to the U.S. and other markets, including the Lexus NX (pictured).
Oil Fallout: No End in Sight for Cheap Gas
A meeting in Qatar between most of the world’s largest oil producing nations ended with no agreement to close the spigots, thus paving the way for more savings at the gas pump.
Car Rivals Dismiss Fiat Chrysler's New Call for Merger
Fiat Chrysler has reignited its calls for a merger, arguing that combining forces with one of the auto industry’s 'big guys' will slash costs and strengthen the company’s car-making business.
GM Recalls Over 1M Pickup Trucks for Seat Belt Issue
General Motors Co said Friday it is recalling nearly 1.04 million newer pickup trucks for a seat belt flaw.
Fiat Chrysler CEO Sees Toyota, VW, and Ford as Only Merger Candidates
Toyota, Volkswagen and Ford are the only remaining potential merger candidates for Fiat Chrysler, since its attempt to join up with GM has been rebuffed, Chief Executive Sergio Marchionne said on Friday.
Toyota, Honda Most Popular Old Cars for Millennials
Millennials love the Toyota Corolla and Honda Accord—especially models with a lot of road time.
2 Concerns Automotive Investors Should Keep an Eye On
General Motors HQ in Detroit, MI.
11% Pop in TrueCar, Inc's Shares Provides a Little Relief, but Its Dealer Pledge Remains Key
Focus on TrueCar's Dealer Pledge rather than short-term volatility.
Proposed 'Textalyzer' Law in New York a Threat to Your Privacy?
Police would be allowed to scan your phone after a car crash to see if you were texting and driving under a proposed ‘textalyzer’ bill in New York.
Why Comic Jim Gaffigan is Pitching Chrysler's New Minivan to Dads
Chrysler has enlisted the help of comedian Jim Gaffigan to convince dads across America that driving a minivan is, in fact, cool.
This Massive Connected-Car Play Is Sitting Right Under Your Nose
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5 Graphs CarMax, Inc. Investors Need to See
Even though CarMax posted a relatively strong fourth-quarter result Thursday, investors weren't thrilled with the figures and promptly sold the stock off by about 5%.
Mercedes to Top BMW in Luxury Car Sales
Mercedes-Benz was the biggest seller of luxury cars globally in the first quarter, monthly registration figures showed on Tuesday, putting it in the frame to knock BMW off the top spot this year for the first time in a decade.
Ford Safest Full-Size Pickup Truck: Industry Research Group
Ford Motor's F-150 Super Cab pickup truck was the only 2016 model large pickup truck to receive a "top safety pick" after new tests by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the agency said on Tuesday.
Tesla to Voluntarily Recall 2,700 Model X SUVs Over Seat Issue
Tesla Motors Inc said on Monday it was issuing a voluntary recall of 2,700 Model X sport utility vehicles in the United States due to a faulty locking hinge in the third-row seats that increases the risk the seats could fall forward in a crash.
One of These Days, Tesla Motors Might Get Into Financial Services
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Better Buy: Ford Motor Co. vs. General Motors
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I Took a Ride in Tesla Motors, Inc.'s Model 3 -- 3 Takeaways
It was clear there was some significant pent-up demand for Tesla Motors ' Model 3 before it was even unveiled.
Ford Motor Company's Move to Mexico Isn't a New Development
Beyond Mexico, the Everest should be more competitive after this week's announcements.


















