Automotive Insight

Chinese automakers innovating faster than Big 3 02.10.2024 1:06 ↓

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.

ICE vehicles will be around for a long time 02.10.2024 1:00 ↓

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.

Capital funds disappearing from auto companies 02.10.2024 1:01 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports capital spending is leaving the auto industry and that could create problems.

A Stellantis surprise: Going public about the search for a new CEO 27.09.2024 1:04 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Stellantis made an unusual move in going public about a search for a new CEO.

Some countries ban advertising for ICE vehicles 27.09.2024 1:04 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the Hague has banned advertising of ICE vehicles. 

The race to sell the most pickups has some surprises 27.09.2024 1:05 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the pickup pecking order is changing.

Proposal would keep certain Chinese cars from coming to US 24.09.2024 1:02 ↓

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. 

Longtime auto exec: Detroit 3 has to benchmark Chinese carmakers 24.09.2024 1:07 ↓

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. 

America runs on trucks, so give them a break to help the economy 20.09.2024 0:57 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says drivers should give truckers a break since they are key to the economy.

ChargeScape working so EV owners could be paid for electricity 19.09.2024 1:07 ↓

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. 

Some cars are wicked fast, what's the limit for performance? 18.09.2024 1:08 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy wonders if automakers are hitting the limits of performance. 

A warning for Detroit carmakers courtesy of the Germans 17.09.2024 0:59 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Germany is providing a warning for Detroit carmakers.   

Despite tariffs, China is still a threat to Detroit Big 3 17.09.2024 1:09 ↓

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. 

Piston engines need specific engine oil 09.09.2024 1:07 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports drivers should use the specific oil so they don't see the "check engine" light.   

Collaborate or evaporate! What's the future for Detroit's Big 3 09.09.2024 1:06 ↓

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. 

Volvo develops centralized computer for EX90 09.09.2024 1:04 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Volvo has joined the centralized computer club. 

Automaker using free ice cream to lure customers for test drives 09.09.2024 0:57 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a carmaker in China is using American-made ice cream to boost sales. 

Are automakers cutting corners with sun visors? 09.09.2024 1:06 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports many sun visors in luxury cars are inadequate. 

Aussies are in top design positions at Ford, GM 30.08.2024 0:58 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says Australians are rising to the top of automotive design positions in Detroit. 

While sales of new EVs slow, but it's different for used electric vehicles 29.08.2024 1:05 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports used EV sales have skyrocketed. 

Humanoid robots could replace workers, save companies money 29.08.2024 1:05 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports on China's push into humanoid robots.

These electric vehicles can go 600 miles, eliminating range anxiety 29.08.2024 1:04 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports one of the hottest technologies in the auto industry is extended range electric vehicles.

Court overturns decision regarding Tesla sales ban 28.08.2024 1:08 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Tesla can sue over a direct sales ban

New standard sets one spec for EV wireless charging systems 23.08.2024 1:06 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a new standard will allow for EVs to charge while driving down the road. 

We are seeing "safe-colored" cars, trucks, SUVs on the road 23.08.2024 1:08 ↓

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy explains why we see so many black, white and grey colored vehicles.