Dec 22nd, 2008 · A group of 14 technology companies, including Johnson Controls and 3M, have banded together to seek funding for research, development and production of new automotive battery technology. The group is seeking $1- to $2 billion in federal funding for the venture.
Dec 8th, 2008 · Last week, the CEO's of Ford, Chrysler and General Motors again pleaded for a billion dollar rescue plan on Capitol Hill. Now, the struggling U.S. automotive industry waits as lawmakers decide how, if at all, the government will bailout Detroit's "big three." Listen to a discussion on how minority auto retailers are especially being affected.
Nov 19th, 2008 · It's time for the Los Angeles Auto Show, which is the first major North American auto show of the season. It's known for presenting cutting edge technology and design. Mark Phelan, automotive critic for the Detroit Free Press, talks with Renee Montagne about what will — and won't — be on the floor of the convention center this year.
Nov 18th, 2008 · The Big Three U.S. automakers — General Motors, Ford and Chrysler — will appear today before lawmakers on Capitol Hill to ask for federal funds to curb to decline of the auto industry. Warren Brown, of the Washington Post; John Schmitt, of the Center for Economic and Policy Research in Washington and Mary Chapman, of African Americans on Wheels magazine discuss the automotive crisis and how consumers should be prepared to respond.
Aug 12th, 2008 · High gas prices have caused many SUV lovers to reconsider their car choice. That's true even for those who are leasing the vehicles. This week's guest Money Coach, Washington Post automotive writer Warren Brown, explains what to do if you lease.
Jun 9th, 2008 · 'Tis the season for exotic vacations, but Los Angeles Times automotive critic Dan Neil argues that would-be travelers should think twice before they take off for endangered locales. "The fact is, most places in the world cannot withstand retail tourism," he writes. So just don't go.
May 23rd, 2008 · Driving with air conditioning, cleaning your air filters, gassing up in the morning, using premium fuel all improve fuel efficiency — or do they? Rik Paul, automotive editor for Consumer Reports talks with Michele Norris about tests that dispel popular myths about fuel efficiency.
Dec 19th, 2007 · The Energy Bill that President Bush signed into law Wednesday mandates an increase in automotive fuel efficiency for the first time in 32 years. Under the new law, cars, SUVs and small trucks must get at least 35 miles per gallon by 2020.