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Automotive Insight
with John McElroy
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Episodes
Should automakers get rid of the "lane keep assist" feature 12.05.2025 1:05
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says he would do away with lane keep assist feature on cars.
Car brands could go away 02.05.2025 1:05
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.
The history of American Motors 02.05.2025 1:04
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a new series about American Motors begins Friday.
New pickup developed in Troy will be a case study in the auto industry 25.04.2025 1:06
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.
New company called Slate unveiling new pickup truck 25.04.2025 1:03
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says a new auto company in Troy will unveil a new electric pickup.
Formula 1 racing teams using computer simulation 22.04.2025 1:08
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says Formula 1 racing isn't just about the cars and drivers.
A surprise in the Toyota Tacoma off-road pickup 22.04.2025 1:04
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says shock absorbers have been mounted on the backs of the front seats of the Tacoma Pro pickup.
Is over the air updates on cars one of the best auto inventions ever? 17.04.2025 1:02
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.
Gas powered vehicles will be around for a long time 17.04.2025 1:09
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.
A European automaker plans move to US market, despite tariffs 16.04.2025 1:01
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.
An affordability crisis for the auto industry 16.04.2025 1:05
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports car buyers are taking out longer loans and tariffs may mean higher prices.
Cadillac making inroads with electric vehicles 14.04.2025 1:10
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.
Auto sales predictions revamped due to new tariffs 11.04.2025 1:06
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.
One category of autos is exempt from new tariffs 10.04.2025 1:06
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says classic cars are exempt from the new tariffs implemented by President Trump.
New business opportunity for automakers 09.04.2025 1:04
As costs to repairs cars soars, WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Stellantis is partnering with a supplier, Valeo, to remanufacture electronic components.
Electric vehicles sales growing ten times faster than rest of market 07.04.2025 1:07
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers sold 150,000 EV's in the first quarter, up 43%.
The impact of short term tariffs 07.04.2025 1:03
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Toyota, Honda and Subaru will be the first to feel the affects of tariffs.
This is the best sound system in a car 01.04.2025 1:06
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.
Solid state batteries could be a game changer 31.03.2025 0:56
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.
The auto industry is not growing 12.03.2025 1:04
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.
Automakers trying to improve quality 12.03.2025 1:02
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the best way to improve quality is with better product design and improvement in the manufacturing process.
Solid state batteries could be a game changer 05.03.2025 0:56
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports they are lighter, smaller and charge faster, but don't expect to see solid state batteries this decade.
2025: The year of the robotaxi 04.03.2025 1:05
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.
Car designer predicts his job may be filled by AI 03.03.2025 1:01
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?
General Motors scores high on dependability 01.03.2025 1:03
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says progress on quality has been impressive and GM is ahead of BMW.
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