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THE PAST LANE: CHRYSLER’S ATTEMPT TO REGAIN PRESTIGE

THE PAST LANE: CHRYSLER’S ATTEMPT TO REGAIN PRESTIGE

A once well-respected marque, the fate of Chrysler is increasingly in doubt. Last month, Carlos Tavares, the CEO of Stellantis — the Euro-American automaker formed from the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Groupe PSA — warned that some of its 14 brands could be abandoned if they don’t start delivering better sales and earnings. Chrysler is widely believed to be one of the most vulnerable divisions. But that’s really nothing new.

Musk Uses Live Conversation With Trump to Pitch EVs to Candidate’s Skeptical Followers

Musk Uses Live Conversation With Trump to Pitch EVs to Candidate’s Skeptical Followers

It was billed as an “interview” with presidential candidate Donald Trump but billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk used the Monday night event on social media service X to promote the benefits of EVs – those from Tesla, in particular. It’s no easy sell, at least to the former president’s followers.

Headlight News for The Week of 8-12-2024 – Trump Goes for EVs – Plenty of New Products Debut – Review of The 2025 Ford Explorer – This Week in Automotive History

Headlight News for The Week of 8-12-2024 – Trump Goes for EVs – Plenty of New Products Debut – Review of The 2025 Ford Explorer – This Week in Automotive History

In this week’s episode of the podcast, we discuss Trump switching his view on EVs, the debut of several new vehicles, and we also go for a spin in the 2025 Ford Explorer We also make a detour to This Week in Automotive History to explore the past.

UAW Investing Millions to Defeat Trump, Elect Harris

Auto Industry Remains Central to Presidential Race

As the 2024 Presidential campaign moves into higher gear, the U.S. auto industry is once again at the center of the nation’s political conversation. There are numerous places where candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump conflict. But they suddenly seem to agree on one key issue – sort of – EVs.

GM Aims to Drive Down Prices, Drive Up Profits, as it Continues EV Roll-Out

GM Aims to Drive Down Prices, Drive Up Profits, as it Continues EV Roll-Out

The growth of the EV market has clearly slowed this year, General Motors President Mark Reuss said during a media confab, but sales are still on the rise and GM continues planning to gain ground, even as it delays some product launches. A critical step will be driving down prices, even as profitability improves, said Reuss, who oversees GM’s product development efforts.

Quid Pro Quo? Musk Money in Hand, Trump is Now an EV Fan

Quid Pro Quo? Musk Money in Hand, Trump is Now an EV Fan

Donald Trump has pulled a U-turn and now says he is now “totally” in favor of EVs. The Republican nominee for president said he had “no choice” but to rethink his position after previously bashing battery-electric vehicles now that Tesla CEO Elon Musk has become one of Trump’s biggest financial backers in an increasingly tough campaign.

Tesla’s Trade Secret Lawsuit Against Rivian Heading to Court

Tesla’s Trade Secret Lawsuit Against Rivian Heading to Court

It will be up to a California court to determine the outcome of a long-running suit pitting two EV manufacturers, Tesla and Rivian. The bigger of the two has accused its rival of stealing trade secrets and a judge has ruled the case will have to go to trial after Rivian filed to get it dismissed earlier this week.

Toyota Reportedly Ready for Return to F1 in Partnership with Haas

Toyota Reportedly Ready for Return to F1 in Partnership with Haas

Will it or won’t it? That’s the big question in the racing world this week as Toyota reportedly prepares to announce plans to reenter Formula 1 racing. It would mark a return after a failed effort ended 15 years ago. But Toyota is said to be partnering up this time, likely with the American F1 Haas team.

Former Ferrari Racing Chief Helps UN Launch Global Road Safety Campaign

Former Ferrari Racing Chief Helps UN Launch Global Road Safety Campaign

He spent years as a major force behind one of the world’s most dangerous sports – auto racing. Now, Jean Todt has taken a lead role in a new United Nations effort to address the “pandemic” of highway deaths. Its new, ad campaign hopes to halve the number of road fatalities – over 1 million annually – by 2030.

Paraplegic IndyCar Driver Finds Electric Racing Car Uniquely Adaptable

Paraplegic IndyCar Driver Finds Electric Racing Car Uniquely Adaptable

Left a paraplegic following a crash six years ago, promising IndyCar driver Robert Wickens is back on track as part of the Formula E racing series thanks to an ell-electric race car specifically modified by manufacturing partner SPARK he can drive via hand controls. The third-generation Formula E car is the world’s fastest, lightest and most sustainable electric race car.