Automotive News Daily Drive
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Updated about 8 hours agoDaily Drive is a daily podcast series hosted by Automotive News Executive Editor Jamie Butters and Kellen Walker. We speak with industry experts, insiders and Automotive News reporters about events and trends impacting and reshaping the automotive industry.Automotive News is the leading source of news, data and understanding for the auto industry's decision-makers. Learn more at autonews.com.
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May 31, 2025 | Weekend Drive: Washington whiplash and tariff tumult
Omari Gardner, Automotive News director of content and commentary, talks about how all of the activity in Washington, D.C. is trickling down to the auto industry. Plus, Automotive News Executive Editor Jamie Butters and Executive Producer Jake Neher discuss some of the biggest news stories from the past week.
May 30, 2025 | Court halts tariff ruling; Rex Gingerich of Chariot Automotive Group
A day after being deemed illegal, many tariffs are temporarily back in place. Ford Chairman Bill Ford says the “Big Beautiful Bill” would put a major battery factory in peril. Plus, Rex Gingerich, owner of Chariot Automotive Group, talks about how his dealerships are tackling the tech shortage.
May 29, 2025 | Musk leaves Trump administration; court blocks tariffs
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is leaving the Trump administration. A trade court blocks President Donald Trump’s “reciprocal tariffs,” but auto-specific levies are still in place. Plus, Magna International’s Steven Jenkins talks about the race to innovate in driver-assist technology.
May 28, 2025 | Stellantis picks Filosa as CEO; Presidio President George Karolis
After a six-month search, Stellantis chooses Antonio Filosa as its new CEO. Nissan looks for a $7 billion boost with backing from the U.K. Plus, Presidio President George Karolis joins the show to talk about the state of the dealership buy-sell market.
May 27, 2025 | Toyota Motor North America CEO Ted Ogawa interview; Trump backs Nippon, U.S. Steel deal
Ted Ogawa, CEO of Toyota Motor North America, joins the show for an exclusive interview about how the company is navigating tariffs. In a major reversal, President Donald Trump backs Nippon’s acquisition of U.S. Steel. Plus, Nissan considers selling its global headquarters to fund its restructuring.
May 25, 2025 | Bonus Episode: Honda Indiana plant grows amid tariffs; DEI in auto industry
Roxanna Metz, plant lead of Honda’s Indiana Auto Plant, talks about plans for Civic Hybrid production to move back to the plant amid tariffs. Plus, Alicia Davis, Chief Strategy Officer for Lear Corp., addresses issues surrounding diversity, equity and inclusion strategies in the auto industry.
May 24, 2025 | Weekend Drive: Retail experts talk tariff impacts on dealers
A panel of retail experts discuss how auto dealers are reacting to President Donald Trump’s tariffs and what they expect in the coming months. Plus, Automotive News Executive Editor Jamie Butters and Daily Drive Host Kellen Walker talk about some of the biggest news stories from the past week.
May 23, 2025 | Bill to end state emissions rules clears Senate; Informed.IQ’s Tom Oscherwitz
The U.S. Senate sends a bill to end California’s gasoline car ban to President Trump’s desk. Canadian auto leaders see an end in sight for U.S. vehicle tariffs. Plus, Tom Oscherwitz of Informed.IQ says that while the CFPB and FTC are shells of their former selves, lenders and F&I offices must still be vigilant about consumer protection.
May 22, 2025 | Hyundai’s Claudia Marquez on leadership, unlikely journey in auto industry
Hyundai Motor America COO Claudia Marquez talks about her unexpected rise through automotive leadership and her approach to leadership in 2025. U.S. automakers want preferential tariffs for Canada and Mexico over the U.K. Plus, Japan’s auto industry asks for emergency stimulus and a tariff breakthrough.
May 21, 2025 | Chrysler, Alfa Romeo CEO Chris Feuell interview; dealers down on tariffs
Chris Feuell, CEO of Chrysler and Alfa Romeo, talks about the hunt for a new Stellantis CEO and why her brands have no plans to pass tariff costs on to customers. Despite jumps in sales and profits, dealers are not cheering for tariffs. Plus, automotive software company LeddarTech lays off 95 percent of its staff.
May 20, 2025 | Linamar Executive Chair Linda Hasenfratz; U.S. targets Biden-era emissions rules
Linamar Executive Chair Linda Hasenfratz talks about the need for strong leadership in the auto industry through uncertain times. Automakers expect the U.S. to try to end Biden-era fuel economy standards. Plus, Slate Auto draws 100,000 reservations for its bare-bones electric mini-truck.
May 19, 2025 | Tariffs drive up prices; The Road to Autonomy CEO Grayson Brulte
Auto prices are rising amid tariffs and another wave of sticker shock is on the way. A new report says Toyota offered to help Nissan after talks with Honda fell apart. Plus, Grayson Brulte, CEO of The Road to Autonomy, discusses big ups and downs for self-driving truck start-up Aurora.
May 18, 2025 | Bonus Episode: Nissan’s Christian Meunier; Leading Women honorees
Christian Meunier, chairman of Nissan Americas, discusses his decision to return to the Japanese automaker and more. Plus, Automotive News 100 Leading Women honorees talk about their efforts to recruit more women to the auto industry.
May 17, 2025 | Weekend Drive: Leading women in the auto industry
Hannah Lutz, Automotive News director of tech and innovation coverage, and Staff Reporter Lindsay VanHulle preview the Automotive News 100 Leading Women awards gala and conference.
May 16, 2025 | Tariffs cutting North America production; need for certified body shops
North American auto production is decreasing amid tariffs. Toyota overhauls its supply chain process amid tariffs. Plus, Andreas Hecht, senior vice president of mobility at CCCIS, talks about why it’s important to grow the number of manufacturer-certified body shops.
May 15, 2025 | Nissan’s Christian Meunier interview; Stellantis delays Ram EV
In an exclusive interview, Nissan Americas Chairman Christian Meunier talks about his plans to ramp up production and throughput in the U.S. Stellantis delays plans to build the new Ram EV. Plus, the Tesla Cybertruck loses its EV pickup crown.
May 14, 2025 | Nissan, Honda’s tariff turbulence; Subaru rethinks electrification strategy
Automotive News Asia Editor Hans Greimel talks about how Nissan and Honda are dealing with tariffs and their plans to turn things around as earnings dive. Subaru rethinks electrification as it braces for a $2.5 billion tariff impact. Plus, Tesla’s board is reportedly considering a new pay deal for Elon Musk.
May 13, 2025 | Nissan posts $4.5 billion net loss; Oshkosh’s Jay Iyengar
Nissan plans to shutter more factories after a $4.5 billion net loss. Honda braces for a massive tariff hit. Plus, Oshkosh Chief Technology Officer Jay Iyengar details the company’s efforts to infuse automated driving technology into work vehicles with niche applications.
May 12, 2025 | U.S., China ease tariffs for 90 days; impacts of California’s emissions rule
The U.S. and China agree to slash tariffs for 90 days. Mazda holds off on its earnings forecast as it braces for a U.S. sales decline. Plus, Automotive News Reporters Larry P. Vellequette and Lindsay VanHulle talk about what is at stake for automakers and dealers in California and other states that have adopted strict vehicle emissions rules.
May 11, 2025 | Bonus episode: Experts talk parts tariffs; important role of captive finance
A panel of experts weigh in on the impacts of parts tariffs on the industry. Plus, Automotive News Retail Reporter Paige Hodder talks about the important role that captive finance companies have played in the industry for 100 years as part of Automotive News’ centennial anniversary.
May 10, 2025 | Weekend Drive: Ford CMO Lisa Materazzo on Kentucky Derby ads
Lisa Materazzo, Global CMO for Ford Motor Co., joins the show to talk about the automaker’s marketing partnership with the Kentucky Derby to promote its products that are made in the U.S. amid tariffs.
May 9, 2025 | Stellantis close to naming new CEO; Mavsign CEO Rudolph Nieto
Stellantis is reportedly nearing the end of its complicated search for a new CEO. President Trump’s trade deal reduces tariffs on most U.K. vehicles. Plus, Mavsign CEO Rudolph Nieto joins the show to talk about how deepfake scams are on the rise in the service and parts industry.
May 8, 2025 | Toyota expects $1.2 billion tariff hit; experts discuss parts tariffs
Toyota expects U.S. tariffs to cost the automaker $1.2 billion in April and May. After a sales rush, U.S. inventory falls by 10 percent. Plus, experts discuss how auto parts tariffs are affecting different corners of the industry.
May 7, 2025 | Ford hikes prices on Mexico-made models; Benchmark Mineral Intelligence’s Bryan Bille
Ford is raising prices on three of its Mexico-produced models amid President Trump’s tariffs. Wholesale used-car prices jump in April. Plus, Benchmark Mineral Intelligence principal analyst Bryan Bille talks about how President Trump is reshaping critical mineral developments and EV supply chains.
May 6, 2025 | Ford says tariffs to cost $1.5 billion; Toyota ad campaign targets Black men
Ford posted a 65 percent drop in first-quarter net income and withdrew its full-year earnings forecast amid tariffs. Sources say Audi could make cars at three U.S. sites. Plus, Toyota Motor North America’s Mike Tripp and Burrell Communications’ Corey Seaton join the show to talk about an ad campaign targeting young Black men.