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Episode 824 - Kia Reveals KH, China Car Sales Will Skyrocket, New Mercedes Seatbelt Feb 13, 2012

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Kia released the sketches today of a new concept car called the KH. JD Power predicts car sales in China will hit 35 million units by 2018. Mercedes-Benz developed a seatbelt that’s easier to find and use. All that and more, plus a look at the new Honda CR-V.

Episode 823 - Tesla Model X, Mitsubishi Reveals New Outlander, Chevy Cruze Wagon Feb 10, 2012

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Tesla just unveiled its electric crossover, the Model X which is basically a taller version of the Model S sedan. Mitsubishi is set to reveal a new version of its Outlander SUV at next month’s Geneva Motor Show. And speaking of Geneva, Chevrolet will unveil a station-wagon version of the Cruze at the show. All that and more, plus a preview of Autoline This Week with Volvo’s new president in North America talking about how they’re going to be taking the brand more upscale.

Episode 821 - GM Loses Big in Europe, Diesel Incentives Coming, Elantra Ditches Doors Feb 08, 2012

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It looks like GM is poised to announce a big loss in Europe. Diesels already outsell EVs and hybrids, but could incentives be on the way? The Hyundai Elantra has shed a couple of doors for its new coupe version and added a hatchback for the new GT. All that and more, plus John McElroy responds to your comments and questions in You Said It!

Episode 820 - UAW's King Headed to Opel, Bush Backs Bailout, Nissan's Cordial INVITATION Feb 07, 2012

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GM faces an uphill struggle to revive Opel, and it looks like they’ll be turning to the UAW’s Bob King to help make it happen. Former U.S. President George W. Bush defends the GM and Chrysler bailouts. Nissan extends a cordial INVITATION for you to preview its next compact car. All that and more, plus a look at the Porsche Singer 911.

Episode 819 - Ford and Chevy Feud, Low Profits on New Cars, Chinese Exports Grow Feb 06, 2012

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Ford and General Motors are feuding over a Chevy Silverado ad that aired during the Super Bowl last night. The head of the giant dealership group, Group 1 Automotive, says new car sales only account for 20 to 25 percent of a dealer’s profits. Chinese car exports are expected to grow by 50 percent this year. All that and more, plus a look at the styling of the Chevy Malibu Eco.

Episode 818 - Mazda Posts Loss, Toyota Expects Record Sales, Fiat 500L to Debut in Geneva Feb 03, 2012

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Mazda reported its latest financial numbers for its most recent fiscal quarter and the results don’t look good. The company’s revenue fell by 17 percent and its losses exploded. Toyota believes its going to come roaring back this year and sell almost 9.6 million vehicles. Fiat announced it will unveil a four-door version of the 500 at next month’s Geneva Motor Show. All that and more, plus Autoline Daily correspondent Isaac Bouchard reports on the 2012 BMW 3-Series.

Episode 817 - January Sales Blow the Doors Off, GM "Patently" the Best, David v. Goliath Feb 02, 2012

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Sales of new cars and trucks blew out of the gate in the American market last month. Even though General Motors spends less on research and development than Volkswagen and Toyota, the company is No. 1 when it comes to generating patents. Remember that California woman that was suing Honda in small-claims court because her Civic Hybrid didn’t deliver the fuel economy promised on the window sticker? Yeah, in a shocking bit of news she actually won the case! All this and more, plus the latest news from Mopar.

Episode 816 – Chrysler Posts Profit, V2V Mandate Next Year?, Navistar Misses Emission Target Feb 01, 2012

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Chrysler posted its financial results for 2011, and the numbers look pretty good. Total revenue came to $55 billion, a 31 percent increase from the prior year. The head of the NHTSA says the agency will decide next year if it will impose regulations for vehicle-to-vehicle communication. Navistar, the maker of International trucks potentially faces some huge fines for selling heavy-duty diesel engines that do not meet emission standards. All that and more, plus John responds to your questions and comments in the “You Said It!” segment.

Episode 815 - Long-Term Recovery, The Price is Right Down Under, Yazaki Hit with Whopping Fine Jan 31, 2012

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Yazaki is hit with a massive fine for its bid-rigging scheme. Aussies are experiencing the lowest car prices in 36 years. And, just like a good pork roast, the economic recovery continues low and slow. All that and more, plus a look at Federal-Mogul’s innovative lighting solutions.

Episode 814 - Hyundai Tops Dealer Survey, Luxury Sales in China Up, CARB Passes Strict Auto Rules Jan 30, 2012

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The National Automobile Dealers Association just released its latest Dealer Attitude Survey and for the third time in a row Hyundai topped the charts. Luxury sales in China skyrocketed last year. The California Air Resources Board approved new regulations that mandates that one out of every seven new cars sold in the state must be zero-emission by 2025. All that and more, plus a look at all the aerodynamic tweaks GM engineers made to the Chevy Malibu Eco.

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