
Automotive Insight
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America runs on trucks, so give them a break to help the economy
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says drivers should give truckers a break since they are key to the economy.

ChargeScape working so EV owners could be paid for electricity
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports while many say the electric grid isn't solid enough to handle EVs, but a new company created by Ford, BMW and Honda could change that issue.

Some cars are wicked fast, what's the limit for performance?
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy wonders if automakers are hitting the limits of performance.

A warning for Detroit carmakers courtesy of the Germans
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Germany is providing a warning for Detroit carmakers.

Despite tariffs, China is still a threat to Detroit Big 3
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says thanks to 100-percent tariffs, the Chinese can't cars in America, but they are still a threat to GM and Ford.

Piston engines need specific engine oil
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports drivers should use the specific oil so they don't see the "check engine" light.

Collaborate or evaporate! What's the future for Detroit's Big 3
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the Big Three carmakers need to collaborate as a region instead of as individual companies in order to compete with Chinese automakers.

Volvo develops centralized computer for EX90
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Volvo has joined the centralized computer club.

Automaker using free ice cream to lure customers for test drives
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a carmaker in China is using American-made ice cream to boost sales.

Are automakers cutting corners with sun visors?
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports many sun visors in luxury cars are inadequate.

Aussies are in top design positions at Ford, GM
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says Australians are rising to the top of automotive design positions in Detroit.

While sales of new EVs slow, but it's different for used electric vehicles
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports used EV sales have skyrocketed.

Humanoid robots could replace workers, save companies money
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports on China's push into humanoid robots.

These electric vehicles can go 600 miles, eliminating range anxiety
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports one of the hottest technologies in the auto industry is extended range electric vehicles.

Court overturns decision regarding Tesla sales ban
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Tesla can sue over a direct sales ban

New standard sets one spec for EV wireless charging systems
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a new standard will allow for EVs to charge while driving down the road.

We are seeing "safe-colored" cars, trucks, SUVs on the road
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy explains why we see so many black, white and grey colored vehicles.

Motorcycle fatalities rise after Michigan changes helmet law
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Michigan is seeing a higher number of fatalities involving motorcyclists

Advanced driver assistance technology not working to lower traffic fatalities
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports despite different safety technologies, traffic deaths are rising.

Owls are helping an auto supplier make EVs quieter
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Mahle is using owls to help make fans in EV's quieter.

Rental companies drop Tesla from their fleets
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports on how rental companies make money and why they are dropping Teslas from their fleets.

This company is making EVs cheaper than the Big 3 & other automakers
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports BYD is making electric vehicles cheaper than other companies.

Toll roads or gravel roads? A big decision must be made
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Michigan has a big decision to make on roads.

These robots could revolutionize automotive manufacturing
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports new humanoid robots are being used in some manufacturing facilities.

Automakers could benefit from annual styling changes
WWJ's John McElroy reports the Big 3 used to change styles each year, and maybe they should consider going back to them.

Scam call snuffed out by Ferrari executive
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says give this executive a gold medal as he stopped a scam call made to sound like Ferrari's Chief Executive Officer.

General Motors considers closing plants in China
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says due to falling sales in China, General Motors will consider closing plants in China.

GM expecting "variable" profit on EV's later this year
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports General Motors is gaining new customers with its electric vehicles and expecting to make a "variable" profit with EVs in the 4th quarter.

The auto industry is a fashion industry
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Tesla CEO Elon Musk has to realize the auto industry is a fashion industry and designs and styles have to change. (Photo by Leonhard Simon/Getty Images)

A process to launch new vehicles faster
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers can launch new vehicles faster if they separate the software and hardware.

New software may extend range for electric vehicles
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports a company called Tula is using software to extend the range of EVs.

A virtual proving ground cuts down on time it takes to test new vehicles
Automakers are turning to simulation to develop new vehicle much faster, and cheaper. John McElroy explains.

Jaguar is getting rid of every vehicle in its lineup, except for one
bonusJaguar has been struggling for decades, but now the struggles are getting really serious, says John McElroy.

No more closing your car door, new radar technology will do it for you
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the new Cadillac Escalade has a radar in its doors.

Interest grows for extended range electric vehicles
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports while many drivers aren't sold on electric vehicles, extended range EVs are getting some attention.

Chinese auto suppliers want to use Mexico to gain access to US
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports suppliers who make trim and other components are going to Mexico to gain access to the US and that could cause problems for US carmakers and suppliers.

Automakers use zone computing to reduce weight of vehicles
WWJ's John McElroy reports carmakers are using zone computing to cut down on the number of wires and weight.

The best way to cut the cost of making cars
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports parts consolidation is one key to cutting the cost of making cars.

Rivian slashes costs
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Rivian has made a number of moves to cut costs.

Suppliers hold the key to three pieces of software
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports suppliers will still write some software even though automakers want to write it all.

Special purpose acquisition companies have been bad for the auto industry
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says SPACS have been bad for the auto industry, in part because the EV market is growing slower than expected.

Generative AI could help automakers cut costs in manufacturing, compete with Chinese
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports generative AI could have one line worker running six production machines and help improve productivity, thus cutting costs

Wall Street analyst: Big 3 should get out of China ASAP
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports one Wall Street analyst has a message for the Detroit Big 3 automakers--get out of China.

EV battery manufacturers grow charging capacity
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports on the move to increase charging capacity in EV batteries.

The battle to improve EV battery range could help car buyers
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Lucid Motors is working to hit six miles per kilowatt hour for EV's, which could lower the price of cars.

Automakers choking on regulation
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says automakers are choking on regulations.

Generative AI helping auto manufacturers
WWJ's John McElroy reports AI is helping manufacturers sift through data and find problems and could soon be used to control auto manufacturing processes.

With EV revolution slower than expected, Biden administration allowing more hybrid vehicles
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the Biden adminisration is giving automakers the okay to build more hybrids instead of electric vehicles.

This automotive technology could save lives
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports vehicle to vehicle technology is available to prevent crashes and save lives.

Comparing Elon Musk to Henry Ford when it comes to styling
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Elon Musk is a lot like Henry Ford when it comes to styling.