Automotive News Daily Drive
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Daily 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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Nov 6, 2023 • 19min
Nov. 6, 2023 | GM deal has $2 billion in EV investments; Bergstrom Automotive CEO Tim Bergstrom
Nov. 6, 2023 | GM deal has $2 billion in EV investments; Bergstrom Automotive CEO Tim Bergstrom by Automotive News
Nov 3, 2023 • 16min
Nov. 3, 2023 | UAW deals would provide back pay; First workers overwhelmingly vote 'yes'
Nov. 3, 2023 | UAW deals would provide back pay; First workers overwhelmingly vote 'yes' by Automotive News
Nov 2, 2023 • 18min
Nov. 2, 2023 | Penske CFO Shelley Hulgrave talks diversification; Toyota workers get raise
Nov. 2, 2023 | Penske CFO Shelley Hulgrave talks diversification; Toyota workers get raise by Automotive News
Nov 1, 2023 • 19min
Nov. 1, 2023 | Israeli auto companies try to adapt during war
Israeli auto startups and tech companies talk about how they are trying to keep their businesses running while dealing with the horrors of war. Early indications suggest that gains won by the UAW will not be as much of a blow to the Detroit 3 as early rhetoric suggested. Hyundai and Kia edge up in October sales.
Oct 31, 2023 • 22min
Oct. 31, 2023 | Toyota pours $8 billion into U.S. battery plant; UAW could target Tesla
Oct. 31, 2023 | Toyota pours $8 billion into U.S. battery plant; UAW could target Tesla by Automotive News
Oct 30, 2023 • 20min
Oct. 30, 2023 | UAW has tentative deals with all of Detroit 3; Impacts on Stellantis
Oct. 30, 2023 | UAW has tentative deals with all of Detroit 3; Impacts on Stellantis by Automotive News
Oct 27, 2023 • 21min
Oct. 27, 2023 | UAW, GM talks intensify; Cruise halts all driverless operations
The UAW and General Motors are in intensive talks to reach a deal. Cruise has decided to pause driverless operations across its fleets. Plus, Christian Brothers Automotive CEO Donnie Carr joins the show to talk about why he thinks the key to good customer service is treating staff members well.
Oct 26, 2023 • 20min
Oct. 26, 2023 | What the tentative UAW-Ford deal means for GM, Stellantis
Automotive News reporter Michael Martinez says the UAW’s tentative agreement with Ford marks a historic turning point for the U.S. auto industry and sets critical benchmarks for talks with General Motors and Stellantis. Meanwhile, Stellantis makes a big move to boost its presence in China.
Oct 25, 2023 • 22min
Oct. 25, 2023 | UAW now wants 25 percent pay bump; How China views strike
The UAW is now seeking raises totaling at least 25 percent from the Detroit 3. Honda shelves plans to develop affordable EVs with GM. Plus, Dunne Insights CEO Michael Dunne talks about how Chinese automakers are reacting to the UAW strike, saying they are "astonished at what they're seeing."
Oct 24, 2023 • 22min
Oct. 24, 2023 | GM's most profitable plant goes down in UAW strike
Oct. 24, 2023 | GM's most profitable plant goes down in UAW strike by Automotive News
