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Automakers trying to improve quality
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the best way to improve quality is with better product design and improvement in the manufacturing process.
1 year, 4 months ago
Solid state batteries could be a game changer
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports they are lighter, smaller and charge faster, but don't expect to see solid state batteries this decade.
1 year, 4 months ago
2025: The year of the robotaxi
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports Waymo has services in Phoenix, LA and San Fransisco, but will add Austin, Atlanta and Miami. Tesla and other c…
1 year, 4 months ago
Car designer predicts his job may be filled by AI
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the lead designer at Mercedes predicts his replacement will be in the form of AI, but will they become obsolete?
1 year, 4 months ago
General Motors scores high on dependability
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says progress on quality has been impressive and GM is ahead of BMW.
1 year, 5 months ago
Ram coming out with extended range electric pickup
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the new pickup has 690 miles of driving range, but the question remains-- how much will it cost.
1 year, 5 months ago
Are full-sized pickup trucks losing appeal?
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says it's a warning sign for GM, Ford and Stellantis which make most of their profits from full-sized pickups.
1 year, 5 months ago
Japanese auto industry in decline
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports total production in Japan, including exports, is down three million vehicles from its peak in the 1990's.
1 year, 5 months ago
More automakers looking to unboxed assembly
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy says it is a revolutionary way to make cars, trucks and SUVs and unboxed assembly could cuts labor costs by 30%.
1 year, 5 months ago
US and Canada auto trade is balanced, John McElroy says
WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the United States doesn't need any trade protection from Canada, because the US has a small trade surplus.
1 year, 5 months ago