Automotive News Daily Drive
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Updated about 3 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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Dec. 14, 2024 | Weekend Drive: Why dealers are the most optimistic since 2022
Automotive News’ John Huetter explains why dealers are feeling better than they have in a long time about the future of the retail business. Plus, Jamie Butters and Jake Neher discuss a series of executive comebacks announced this week, why industry leaders are using more profane language in public comments lately, and more.Daily Drive listeners can register for Best Practices at NADA at our lowest rate. Use code dailydrive at www.autonewsevents.com/bestpractices
Dec. 13, 2024 | VW offers wage increases in Chattanooga; Protective Asset Protection’s Rick Kurtz
Volkswagen is offering workers at its Tennessee assembly plant a 14 percent wage increase over four years as well as profit-sharing. Electric vehicle registrations increase again despite another drop for Tesla. Plus, Protective Asset Protection’s Rick Kurtz joins the show to talk about how different approaches to finance and insurance can help improve customer loyalty.Daily Drive listeners can register for Best Practices at NADA at our lowest rate. Use code dailydrive at www.autonewsevents.com/bestpractices
Dec. 12, 2024 | Chevrolet’s Scott Bell interview; Trump makes pick for FTC chair
Scott Bell, Chevrolet’s global vice president, joins the show to talk about the brand’s EV transition, plans for 2025 and more. President-elect Donald Trump makes his pick to steer the Federal Trade Commission. Plus, used-car prices continue to come down.Daily Drive listeners can register for Best Practices at NADA at our lowest rate. Use code dailydrive at www.autonewsevents.com/bestpractices
Dec. 11, 2024 | Mazda’s Tom Donnelly interview; GM pulls plug on Cruise robotaxis
Tom Donnelly, Mazda’s North America chief, joins the show to talk about the automaker’s win streak, its new marketing push and its goals for the new year. General Motors’ Cruise unit is abandoning its effort to develop robotaxis. Plus, Hyundai picks a new North America CEO.
Dec. 10, 2024 | Nissan brings back Christian Meunier; Erin Kerrigan talks M&A market
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Dec. 9, 2024 | Tim Kuniskis returns to Stellantis to lead Ram; AV policy under Trump
Daily Drive listeners can register for Best Practices at NADA at our lowest rate. Use code dailydrive at www.autonewsevents.com/bestpractices
Dec. 7, 2024 | Weekend Drive: How one supplier in N.C. weathered Helene
Dec. 7, 2024 | Weekend Drive: How one supplier in N.C. weathered Helene by Automotive News
Dec. 6, 2024 | Tesla pivots to leasing; TransUnion’s Satyan Merchant
Dec. 6, 2024 | Tesla pivots to leasing; TransUnion’s Satyan Merchant by Automotive News
Dec. 5, 2024 | Tekion CEO Jay Vijayan interview; Infiniti stores combine with Nissan
Dec. 5, 2024 | Tekion CEO Jay Vijayan interview; Infiniti stores combine with Nissan by Automotive News
Dec. 4, 2024 | GM faces $5 billion in charges for China woes; Bot Auto’s Xiaodi Hou
Dec. 4, 2024 | GM faces $5 billion in charges for China woes; Bot Auto’s Xiaodi Hou by Automotive News
Dec. 3, 2024 | Hybrids drive November U.S. sales; GM Envolve’s Cody Collins
Dec. 3, 2024 | Hybrids drive November U.S. sales; GM Envolve’s Cody Collins by Automotive News
Dec. 2, 2024 | Carlos Tavares resigns; Croft CEO Rodrick Blevins
Dec. 2, 2024 | Carlos Tavares resigns; Croft CEO Rodrick Blevins by Automotive News
Nov. 29, 2024 | Weekend Drive: Jaguar’s rebranding uproar; Nissan production cuts
Nov. 29, 2024 | Weekend Drive: Jaguar’s rebranding uproar; Nissan production cuts by Automotive News
Nov. 27, 2024 | GM CFO Paul Jacobson interview; analysts warn against Trump tariffs
Nov. 27, 2024 | GM CFO Paul Jacobson interview; analysts warn against Trump tariffs by Automotive News
Nov. 26, 2024 | Hyundai’s Jose Muñoz interview Part 2; Trump tariff threats roil markets
Nov. 26, 2024 | Hyundai’s Jose Muñoz interview Part 2; Trump tariff threats roil markets by Automotive News
Nov. 25, 2024 | Jose Muñoz interview Part 1; Trump energy plan protects ICE future
Nov. 25, 2024 | Jose Muñoz interview Part 1; Trump energy plan protects ICE future by Automotive News
Nov. 23, 2024 | Weekend Drive: L.A. Auto Show with Edmunds’ Jessica Caldwell
Nov. 23, 2024 | Weekend Drive: L.A. Auto Show with Edmunds’ Jessica Caldwell by Automotive News
Nov. 22, 2024 | Jeep, Hyundai new hybrid plans; ASOTU show filming second season
Nov. 22, 2024 | Jeep, Hyundai new hybrid plans; ASOTU show filming second season by Automotive News
Nov. 21, 2024 | Ineos Automotive CEO Lynn Calder interview; Nissan cuts 500 U.S. jobs
Nov. 21, 2024 | Ineos Automotive CEO Lynn Calder interview; Nissan cuts 500 U.S. jobs by Automotive News
Nov. 20, 2024 | Ford cuts production, thousands of jobs; Stellantis tries to get lean
Nov. 20, 2024 | Ford cuts production, thousands of jobs; Stellantis tries to get lean by Automotive News
Nov. 19, 2024 | VW Group of America names new CEO; Trump’s impact on AVs
Nov. 19, 2024 | VW Group of America names new CEO; Trump’s impact on AVs by Automotive News
Nov. 18, 2024 | Transportation secretary contenders; Toyota Tundra engine replacements
Nov. 18, 2024 | Transportation secretary contenders; Toyota Tundra engine replacements by Automotive News
Nov. 16, 2024 | Weekend Drive: A roundup of Trump’s auto-related moves this week
Nov. 16, 2024 | Weekend Drive: A roundup of Trump’s auto-related moves this week by Automotive News
Nov. 15, 2024 | Trump to ax EV tax credits; OfferLogix’s Aaron Bickart
Nov. 15, 2024 | Trump to ax EV tax credits; OfferLogix’s Aaron Bickart by Automotive News
Nov. 14, 2024 | Global Data’s Jeff Schuster; NHTSA issues large penalty against Ford
Nov. 14, 2024 | Global Data’s Jeff Schuster; NHTSA issues large penalty against Ford by Automotive News