Automotive News Daily Drive
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Updated about 20 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 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.
May 5, 2025 | GM names new North America chief; Stephens’ Jeff Lick on tariff retail impacts
General Motors names a new chief for North America. Jaguar restarts shipments to the U.S. after its tariff pause. Plus, Jeff Lick of Stephens talks about the state of the retail side of the auto industry amid tariffs and shifting economic outlooks.
May 4, 2025 | Bonus Episode: Akio Toyoda exclusive interview Part 2
In this final portion of their interview, Toyota Motor Chairman Akio Toyoda and Automotive News Asia Editor Hans Greimel discuss President Trump’s tariffs, what they mean for the automaker and more.
May 3, 2025 | Weekend Drive: Akio Toyoda exclusive interview Part 1
Toyota Motor Corp. Chairman Akio Toyoda sits down for an exclusive interview with Automotive News Asia Editor Hans Greimel. In this first part of the conversation, they discuss the company’s history and the future of the Toyoda family’s leadership of the world’s largest automaker.
May 2, 2025 | GM slashes Oshawa truck production; how tax refunds can boost service drives
General Motors is slashing production at its Oshawa Assembly Plant in Ontario, citing “the evolving trade environment.” Revenue slips for North America’s top supplier. Plus, Tully Williams of Niello Company and Cox Automotive’s Skyler Chadwick talk about how service departments can convince customers to spend their tax refunds on car repairs.
May 1, 2025 | GM could take $5 billion tariff hit; Cox Automotive analyzes Trump’s changes
General Motors says tariffs could have up to a $5 billion impact this year as it cuts its 2025 profit forecast. Ford CEO Jim Farley says Trump’s import duty changes don’t do enough. Plus, Cox Automotive Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke and the company’s executive analyst, Erin Keating, talk about the likely impacts of the latest tariff moves on the industry.
April 30, 2025 | Trump eases some tariff pressure; autoworkers speak out
The Trump administration is easing tariffs on much of the industry. The White House summons auto execs for U.S. investment talks. Plus, autoworkers who attended President Trump’s rally, and some who were there to protest, talk about how they are feeling about the first 100 days of his second term.
April 29, 2025 | Trump looks to ease tariff pain; Sino Auto Insights’ Tu Le
President Trump aims to ease tariff burdens for U.S. automakers. General Motors’ earnings drop as import duties spoil the company’s 2025 guidance. Plus, Tu Le, managing director of Sino Auto Insights, talks about what he saw last week at the Shanghai auto show in China.
April 28, 2025 | Porsche said to stop dealer shipments; EV angst easing
Porsche dealers say they have not received shipments of new vehicles from U.S. ports for several weeks. Nissan is upping U.S. Rogue production by 56 percent. Plus, McKinsey partners Philipp Kampshoff and Patrick Hertzke talk about the company’s new consumer pulse survey that suggests more EV drivers are happy with their choice.
April 27, 2025 | Bonus episode: Subaru Canada CEO Tomohiro Kubota on cutting U.S. imports
Tomohiro Kubota, CEO of Subaru Canada, talks about shaking up the company’s mix of imports from assembly plants in the U.S. and Japan amid tariffs. Plus, Automotive News Staff Reporter Molly Boigon discusses the political environment surrounding automotive trade.