Automotive News Special Reports

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All Ears Podcast | Boosting used-vehicle inventory with digital auction platforms Jun 10, 2021

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Sponsored by Ally. Steve Kapusta, Senior Vice President of Remarketing Services at Ally, discusses how COVID-19 accelerated the shift from in-person to digital auction platforms and how dealers can benefit by embracing this change. This podcast was paid for by Ally and produced by the Automotive News Solutions Content Studio.

EV1: A Legacy In A New Light Ep. 4 | Cultivated. Then crushed Apr 19, 2021

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After working as an EV1 leasing agent, Chelsea Sexton became the leader of a group of enthusiasts who tried to save the car. Here, she recounts her topsy-turvy experience, and her accidental role in the documentary “Who Killed The Electric Car?”

EV1: A Legacy In A New Light Ep. 3 | A Craftsmen Build Apr 19, 2021

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Maureen Midgley, first plant manager for the EV1 at the almost boutique-style Lansing Craft Centre in Michigan, describes the manufacturing process for the largely handbuilt EV1.

EV1: A Legacy In A New Light Ep. 2 | Hollywood Glamour Apr 19, 2021

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General Motors’ flashy launch of the EV1—at a Sylvester Stallone film premiere—helped generate a loyal following of celebrities and environmentalists. But when GM slashed the advertising budget, it faced the criticism from those passionate customers.

EV1: A Legacy In A New Light Ep. 1 | Behind the Saga Apr 19, 2021

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Reporters Pete Bigelow and Hannah Lutz tell listeners how they tracked down more than 30 key players to weave together the story of GM's EV1.

All Ears on F&I | Helping educate consumers during the online buying experience Jan 19, 2021

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Sponsored by Ally. Ally's Senior Director of Regional Sales David Spencer discusses what dealers need to consider in their efforts to deliver transparent and authentic customer experiences that balance both online and in-person engagement as buyers move through the customer journey. This podcast was paid for by Ally and produced by the Automotive News Solutions Content Studio.

All Ears on F&I | Emerging areas of fraud risk and vulnerability Nov 18, 2020

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Sponsored by Ally. Ally's Senior Director of Fraud and Security Mike Carr discusses emerging areas of fraud, risk and vulnerability that dealers need to consider and mitigate as retailing and automotive becomes more digital. This podcast was paid for by Ally and produced by the Automotive News Solutions Content Studio.

100 Leading Women | Finding inspiration Nov 09, 2020

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On August 13, nine leaders from the 2020 list of 100 Leading Women joined Automotive News editors via Zoom to discuss the most pressing industry issues facing females today and beyond. We’ll explore key themes from those conversations in this podcast series. In this episode, the executives discuss work-life balance, how they’re modeling career success for their kids and where they turn for leadership inspiration.

100 Leading Women | Increasing diversity: ‘It takes a lot of introspection’ Nov 09, 2020

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On August 13, nine leaders from the 2020 list of 100 Leading Women joined Automotive News editors via Zoom to discuss the most pressing industry issues facing females today and beyond. We’ll explore key themes from those conversations in this podcast series. In this episode, the executives discuss the challenges working mothers face amid the coronavirus pandemic, whether they would encourage their daughter to pursue a career in automotive and how the industry can improve its diversity and inclusion efforts.

100 Leading Women | Future of automotive: ‘Women need to be the face of that change’ Nov 09, 2020

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On August 13, nine leaders from the 2020 list of 100 Leading Women joined Automotive News editors via Zoom to discuss the most pressing industry issues facing females today and beyond. We’ll explore key themes from those conversations in this podcast series. In this episode, the executives discuss how networking groups assist with career advancement, ways they’re working within their own companies to find the next female leaders and their organizations’ efforts to retain women at all levels.