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Autoline Detroit is the first stop for auto executives, insiders and consumers looking for the latest automotive news. Each week John McElroy, one of the deans of the Detroit automotive press corp, brings his expertise and analysis to the issues and interviews driving the automotive world. He moderates a panel of automotive journalists as they discuss the week’s news and interview top industry newsmakers

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Autoline EXTRA #1339: Ian Callum

The design of the new Jaguar XJ is the topic of discussion on this week's Autoline EXTRA. Joining John McElroy to talk about the car is the man responsible for the new design, Ian Callum, the Design Director at Jaguar. Mr. Callum talks about what inspired the look of the new XJ and what compromises in design they had to make in the interior for it to function better. Joining in the discussion are Eddie Alterman from Car and Driver magazine and Gary Vasilash from Automotive Design & Production....

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[ Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:57:29 -0500 ]

Autoline #1339: Connect the Dots

Connect the Dots One of the first things we all learn is to draw. A dot here, a line there -- it's a combination of art, entertainment and education for children around the world. But somewhere along the way most of us move on from this creative foundation to discover other vocations. Those, that is, who haven't been bitten by the bug of design. One man who has, and devoted his life to it is Ian Callum. And his design of choice has been the car. Over the years he's had a distinguished career w...

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[ Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:53:16 -0500 ]

Autoline EXTRA #1338: Aaron Bragman, Erich Merkle, Michael Robinet

On the broadcast version of the show, John and his panel discussed the big news of Chrysler revealing its turnaround plan. But that wasn’t the only bombshell dropped this week in the auto industry. On this edition of Autoline EXTRA, John and his panel discuss how Ford shocked just about everyone, reporting a $1 billion profit for the third quarter. The conversation then moves to October sales and what the big surprises were from those results. And finally the panel talks about GM’s decision ...

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[ Fri, 6 Nov 2009 16:18:51 -0500 ]

Autoline #1338: Stella Sconosciuto

Stella Sconosciuto Unknown stars pepper our existence. From the night sky to our daily culture, we can't seem to take our collective eyes off them because you're never quite sure what they'll do. That's why, with a nod to our Italian brothers and sisters, the biggest story of the automotive week was the "Stella Sconosciuto" or unknown star in the business constellation, Chrysler. After months of intra-continental maneuvering, Chrysler's new CEO Sergio Marchionne left the security of Fiat's Ita...

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[ Fri, 6 Nov 2009 16:16:34 -0500 ]

Autoline #1337: Seaweed Part 2

Seaweed Part 2 Many a boater has cursed that slimy green lake junk wrapped around the prop that killed his engine. But as today's technology continues to improve those curses may soon turn to congratulations when that same lake junk -- seaweed -- is used to power the boat. Of course that power source won't exactly be seaweed, however, it will be coming from the Latin derivative of the word known as algae. Yep, that tiny green chlorophyll organism may be the next best hope to replace petroleum a...

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[ Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:05:48 -0400 ]

Autoline EXTRA #1336: Bruce Dale

There’s a lot of debate over what should power our cars in the future. Hybrids and electrics are getting a lot of attention right now but what ever happened to biofuels? On this edition of Autoline EXTRA, biofuels expert Dr. Bruce Dale from Michigan State University talks with John McElroy and his panel to defend ethanol as a source for fuel. Dr. Dale discusses if creating ethanol from water waste or algae are viable options and he also tells the panel what policies he would recommend for purs...

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[ Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:43:24 -0400 ]

Autoline #1336: 10%

10% When most folks see a number like 10% they're receiving a discount on a sale item or reading a nutritional chart at the grocery store. But the number that we're talking about on this week's Autoline is more dramatic, and it has to do with your everyday transportation. When it comes to refining crude oil and turning it into gasoline in this country, the government has strict regulations. And when you start stretching a gallon of gas by adding ethanol -- which we've been doing for years -- yo...

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[ Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:40:30 -0400 ]

Autoline EXTRA #1335: Mark Vann

On this edition of Autoline EXTRA, John McElroy talks with Mark Vann, the Project Manager of GM’s fuel cell program, called Project Driveway, which gave customers the opportunity to drive a Chevy Equinox equipped with GM’s fuel cell stack. Mark discusses how customer feedback helped improve the vehicle and he also talks about GM’s 2nd generation fuel cell stack and how it differs from the original....

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[ Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:37:48 -0400 ]

Autoline #1335: Thin Air

Thin Air Climbing mountains is difficult and dangerous. Not only is it treacherous traversing the rocks and the snow, but if you're not in shape, just try breathing in all of the "thin air." Reaching for the summit of anything is time-consuming and perilous but rewarding as well. Especially when the prize -- like so many in the auto industry are striving for -- is alternative power independence. That's the brass ring the everyone from manufacturers to oil companies continue to chase. We've hear...

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[ Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:35:40 -0400 ]

Autoline EXTRA #1334: Doug Speck

On this edition of Autoline EXTRA, John McElroy is joined by Doug Speck the president and CEO of Volvo Cars North America. First they discuss HD Radio and compare it with satellite radio. The conversation then moves to safety, and whether or not customers like active safety features. Mr. Speck also highlights areas where safety needs to improve and even talks about why the company is studying locusts in order to help improve safety. Joining John in the discussion are David Welch from BusinessWee...

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[ Fri, 9 Oct 2009 15:24:07 -0400 ]

Autoline #1334: Mamma Mia

Mamma Mia Sweden has never had an export like the band ABBA. And it's not just that first ten year run ('73-'83) of success it enjoyed with all those famous top ten singles. What's most amazing about ABBA is how the band morphed into a brand that has continued to score financially even twenty-five years after the original members officially called it quits. A business plan that Sweden's other major export Volvo can only lust after. A fact not lost on this 82-year old automaker nor its parent --...

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[ Fri, 9 Oct 2009 15:20:15 -0400 ]

Autoline #1333: Seaweed

Seaweed Many a boater has cursed that slimy green lake junk wrapped around the prop that killed his engine. But as today's technology continues to improve those curses may soon turn to congratulations when that same lake junk -- seaweed -- is used to power the boat. Of course that power source won't exactly be seaweed, however, it will be coming from the Latin derivative of the word known as algae. Yep, that tiny green chlorophyll organism may be the next best hope to replace petroleum and it's...

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[ Fri, 2 Oct 2009 16:08:49 -0400 ]

Autoline EXTRA #1332: Tom Stephens

Joining John McElroy on this edition of Autoline EXTRA is Tom Stephens, the Vice Chairman of Global Product Development at General Motors. He joined us for an exclusive web-only Q & A session with you, our audience. Watch as Tom responds to questions about the Pontiac G8, what General Motors’ answer is to EcoBoost, whether natural gas is a viable option going forward and more! Joining John in the discussion are automotive journalist Csaba Csere and John Stoll from The Wall Street Journal....

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[ Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:46:02 -0400 ]

Autoline #1332: Balance

Balance Walking a high-wire was the dangerous vocation of the world-renown daredevil Karl Wallenda. Whether it was over desert canyons or city streets, the most important aspect of this death-defying act was balance. One wrong step would yield terrible results. The same can be said about the auto industry. Balance is important on several levels, in many arenas. But perhaps the most important area when it comes to a brand are its front line products. Those the consumer sees when they visit deal...

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[ Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:42:27 -0400 ]

Autoline EXTRA #1331: Nina Beckhardt

Some car names roll easily off the tongue while others can be a mouthful. So what’s the best strategy to go with when naming a car? That’s the topic of discussion on this edition of Autoline EXTRA as John sits down to talk with Nina Beckhardt, the president of Namebase, a company that specializes in naming products, including cars. They discuss what automakers Namebase has worked with and what vehicles they’ve named. The conversation then moves to the importance of having a car name that w...

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[ Fri, 18 Sep 2009 14:30:20 -0400 ]

Autoline #1331: Alphabet Soup

Alphabet Soup "What's in a name?" When William Shakespeare wrote this question for Juliet Capulet in "Romeo and Juliet," it was a vehicle to release the characters from the bondage of their family names. While that undoubtedly worked as a theme in this classic tragedy, good old Bill didn't publish the work untitled because he knew how important a name really is when trying to draw patrons into a theater, customers into a store or buyers to a product. That's why a name in today's high pressure ...

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[ Fri, 18 Sep 2009 14:26:36 -0400 ]

Autoline EXTRA #1330: Dr. Michael Leiters

On this edition of Autoline EXTRA, John and his panel sit down to talk with Dr. Michael Leiters, the Program Manager for the Porsche Cayenne. They discuss the hybrid version of the car and how Porsche’s hybrid system differs in design from the others already out on the road. Dr. Leiters also talks about Porsche’s collaboration with Audi on the hybrid and also what changes they made to the Cayenne in order to fit the hybrid in the vehicle. Joining John in the discussion are Todd Lassa from Mo...

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[ Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:40:48 -0400 ]

Autoline #1330: Oxymoron

Oxymoron Over the last century, Ferdinand Porsche built his brand on speed, power and performance. So it was almost anathema 7 years ago when, to compete in a market it never knew, Porsche introduced its first Sport Utility Vehicle the Cayenne. Despite the outcry from some critics the car was a hit with consumers. Which is probably why, a year away from the last gas scare with surely more to come, the company is introducing the Porsche Cayenne Hybrid to the North American market. Yes, you read ...

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[ Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:38:20 -0400 ]

Autoline EXTRA: #1221-Concept Walkaround

On this edition of Autoline EXTRA, Joel Piaskowski, Chief Designer, Hyundai Design and Technical Center gives John McElroy an exclusive walkaround of the HCD 9 Talus concept. Joel points out design cues on the HCD 9 Talus that were used for the Veracruz and the Genesis Coupe....

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Autoline EXTRA #1329: Rebecca Lindland

Over the next few years automakers will begin to introduce smaller cars to the American market. But does that mean consumers will buy them? That’s the topic of discussion on this edition of Autoline EXTRA. John and his panel discuss whether or not there can be a popular small car like the MINI in the coming future. Joining John in the discussion are Rebecca Lindland from industry research giant IHS Global Insight, Keith Naughton from Bloomberg News and Drew Winter from Wards.com....

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[ Fri, 4 Sep 2009 14:21:41 -0400 ]

Autoline #1329: Hangover

Hangover How many summer hangovers can you handle? You may personally know your own limit, but now the country is about to find out just how many it can take. Over the past few months we've collectively already survived one in entertainment -- the popular hit comedy by the same name which grossed nearly $300 million domestically. Meanwhile, on the durable goods front we had the "Cash for Clunkers" program which sold nearly 700,000 cars and trucks. And now as it fades in the rearview mirror, ex...

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[ Fri, 4 Sep 2009 14:18:56 -0400 ]

Autoline EXTRA #1328: John Hoffecker

On this edition of Autoline EXTRA, John McElroy and his panel sit down to chat with John Hoffecker, the managing director of AlixPartners, a company that specializes in turning problem companies around and getting them back on their feet. From a supplier perspective they discuss what areas need to be focused on to make a struggling company viable. And they also get into whether or not access to credit and lending has improved for troubled suppliers and also the outlook for the U.S. auto industry...

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[ Fri, 28 Aug 2009 14:18:19 -0400 ]

Autoline #1328: Stuck In the Middle

Stuck In the Middle Leave it to Quentin Tarantino to remind us what "the middle" is all about. It was Hollywood's whirling creative derbish who took a long forgotten early '70s song, "Stuck in the Middle With You," and burned it into today's consciousness. Whether it was nostalgia, shock or sympathy that helped, it's clear that "the middle" was not necessarily the place you want to be. And yet that's exactly where we find today's auto industry -- stuck in the middle -- according to John Hoffeck...

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[ Fri, 28 Aug 2009 14:15:37 -0400 ]

Autoline EXTRA #1327: Dr. David Cole

Now that the American auto industry has restructured and gotten rid of most of its legacy costs, are they at a competitive advantage over the foreign nameplates? That’s the topic of discussion on this edition of Autoline EXTRA, as John and his guests talk about whether the German, Japanese or Korean automakers will need to restructure in order to compete with Detroit’s new business model. Joining John for that discussion are Dr. David Cole from the Center for Automotive Research, Tom Krisher...

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[ Fri, 31 Jul 2009 14:39:31 -0400 ]

Autoline #1327: Coleslaw

Coleslaw It never seems like the Midwest is really rid of winter until, at that first picnic, when you spy the official side dish of summer, coleslaw, sidled up to the burgers, dogs and brats. Likewise, you never quite feel it’s summer in the auto industry until the first of August when the Management Briefing Seminars roll into to Traverse City, Michigan as they’ve done for over 40 years. Still leading that CAR caravan up north is Dave Cole, the Chairman of the Center for Automotive Resear...

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[ Fri, 31 Jul 2009 14:37:15 -0400 ]

Autoline EXTRA #1326: Lon Zaback, Earl Lucas, Mike Crowley

The new Ford Taurus is the topic of discussion on this edition of Autoline EXTRA. John McElroy continues his talk from the broadcast with three people involved in the program. They discuss what was done to make the interior quieter, the new EcoBoost engine that will be equipped on the SHO version of the Taurus, and how people have reacted to the ambient lighting feature in the interior, that allows you to choose from seven different colors. Joining John in the discussion from Ford are Lon Zaback...

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[ Fri, 24 Jul 2009 14:51:06 -0400 ]

Autoline #1326: No Bull

No Bull Some may know it from the stories of Zeus in Greek mythology. While others, who study the stars, are familiar with the famous constellation bearing its name in the Northern Hemisphere. Then there are the rest of us who just read our sign in the Astrology column. Whichever group you fall into, these descriptions are how most became aware of Taurus the Bull. That is, up until the year 1986. That's when Ford Motor released "Taurus the Car" which grabbed the spotlight and became a hit for t...

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[ Fri, 24 Jul 2009 14:48:13 -0400 ]

Autoline EXTRA #1325: Michael Robinet, Steve Finlay, Christie Nordhielm

There’s been a lot said lately about what Chrysler has done wrong in the past but not much has been said about what it has done right. On this edition of Autoline EXTRA, John McElroy and his panel discuss what Chrysler does best and also what impact Fiat will have when its products are added to Chrysler’s lineup. The panel also discusses the Chevy volt and whether it’s a good idea for GM to advertise a car you can’t even buy yet. And they also discuss what Chevy must do to get back on it...

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[ Fri, 17 Jul 2009 15:00:02 -0400 ]

Autoline #1325: "Green" Cross

"Green" Cross When the economic tsunami struck the auto industry last year leaving Chrysler and GM in shambles, the U.S. government role-played as the "Green" Cross, if you will, providing the relief both corporations required to stay afloat. But now after surprisingly brief visits to Chapter 11 yielding fewer dealers, a much smaller work force as well as a shrunken brand and/or product lineup for both, the future looks bright...or does it? Some say they cut to the bone in too many areas while ...

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[ Fri, 17 Jul 2009 14:53:54 -0400 ]

Autoline EXTRA #1324: Bud Liebler, Jean Halliday, David Kiley

Hyundai made a splash at the beginning of the year when it introduced its assurance program, that allowed customers to return a new Hyundai if they lost their job within the first year of purchase. On this edition of Autoline EXTRA, John McElroy and his panel discuss their thoughts on the program and also if it was a good idea for Ford and GM to follow suit with similar programs. The discussion moves back to automotive TV ads from Audi, Toyota and Buick and whether or not those ads will help the...

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[ Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:27:43 -0400 ]

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