October Auto Sales Show an Industry on the Rebound

Buoyed by consumers’ increased confidence in the U.S. economy, most automakers reported higher sales of cars and trucks in the U.S. during October compared to a year ago — making it the best October in three years for the auto…

October Auto Sales Could Point to an Improving Market

Carmakers are expected to report a mixed picture for October sales: mostly better than a year ago, but down slightly from September. Still, the pace appears strong enough that the upper end of full-year forecasts is reachable.
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BMW Revamps X3 Model to Compete With Audi

BMW is revamping its X3 model in a bid to catch up with Audi in the U.S. small SUV market.

The X3, a small compact SUV that includes optional in-car Internet access, goes on sale on Jan. 22, Bloomberg News said. The car will take on more than 3 inche…

Volkswagen Taps Ex-GM Exec as CEO of U.S. Unit

Volkswagen has tapped a veteran with deep knowledge of the U.S. domestic auto industry to head its U.S. operations. The German carmaker named Jonathan Browning, who has worked for both General Motors and Ford Motor, as CEO of V…