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Thursday, Oct 1
Chrysler Is Naming New Ad Agencies for Brand Makeovers
BBDO was able to secure an assignment to handle Chrysler brand advertising through the 4th quarter, playing up Chrysler 300 and Town & Country minivan, according to sources. But Chrysler is expected to name another agency to handle Chrysler brand after that, positioning the brand f...
Wednesday, Sep 9
Volkswagen Going To Next Round With Ad Agencies
Deutsch has been handling Saturn advertising, but doesn't figure to continue with the business being taken over by Penske Automotive from General Motors. The agency also did work for GM during its bankruptcy proceeding that was well received.
Monday, Sep 7
Advice For VW, GM, Chrysler In Tapping New Ad Agencies
Volkswagen has announced that it is looking for a new advertising/communications partner. Chrysler has just announced that they are considering non-roster agencies for projects. Bob Lutz at GM has said that the agencies for the remaining GM brands have six months to demonstrate that th...
Wednesday, Sep 2
Chrysler's Search for New Ad Agency Help Is On
Publicis agency Leo Burnett, which has Fiat (new Chrysler owner) overseas would like to keep its Buick and GMC business with General Motors, it seems. So, look for Publicis Hal Riney and other Publicis agencies to be deployed for Chrysler.
Sunday, Aug 23
VW Ad Review: Only Part of the Chaos Over Car Accounts in Ad Land
Another strong agency in the mix, Goodby, is, like DDB, an Omnicom agency. And Omnicom could well be facing trouble on its Chrysler business. Landing VW, and even going after the media business, now with WPP, would go a long way toward replacing potentially lost Chrysler business.
Friday, Nov 21
Podcast: How to Save Detroit
columnists Jack and Suzy Welch on why they think GM and Chrysler should declare bankruptcy, join forces, and build a future
Wednesday, Oct 29
GM's Mounting Brand Muddle--Sayonara Chrysler?
General Motors desired acquisition of Chrysler will muddle GM’s brand portfolio even more. And I didn’t think that was possible. GM right now has Cadillac, Saab, Buick, Pontiac, GMC , Saturn, Chevrolet and Hummer. That’s on top of Opel,...
Monday, Mar 17
Podcast: Kurt Busch's Super Swag
Chrysler honcho Bob Nardelli gives thanks to NASCAR driver Kurt Busch. Mercedes is ready for 50-state diesels. "At the Wheel" of the 2008 Subaru WRX
Sunday, Jan 13
Podcast: Chrysler's Sebring Problem
Chrysler thinks the Sebring might be why its sedans aren.t selling. We preview the new premium rear-drive luxury car unveiled by Hyundai. How is Ford going to pull V8 power from four- and six-cylinder engines? Talking Tech: Bio gasoline?
Sunday, Nov 25
Podcast: Lutz's Easter Egg
GM's Bob Lutz promises a working prototype of the Volt plug-in hybrid by Easter. What will Chrysler have at the Detroit auto show? Nissan is trying to figure out why the new Sentra is not selling. The $2,500 car will be inexpensive and clean
Monday, Oct 29
Podcast: White House Fuel Pressure
The White House wants new fuel mileage regulations. What sound has Mercedes chosen? Crankin' out the 600-hp 2008 Viper. The innovative 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. One company plans to sell what it thinks is the last missing car and truck accessory
Monday, Aug 6
Podcast: Ford Recalls 3.6 Million
It's official: The new Chrysler is underway. Ford announces its biggest recall: Is your ride is on the list? Saab unveils its hot-rodded 9-7X Aero. More diesels will be riding U.S. roads: Why the new version will be cleaner, quieter, and more efficient. Talking Tech: Nissan Pops up for safety!
Monday, Jul 30
Podcast: Ford Profits
Ford surprises Wall Street and posts a profit. Mercedes makes a big stop-start announcement about its product line-up. Chrysler launches the best powertrain warranty in the business. We give you a quick tip for checking your tires. Talking Tech: Will your vehicle one day be powered by a Dies...
Monday, May 21
Podcast: Chrysler Slice Up?
Cerberus takes 80 percent of Chrysler. GM celebrates hydrogen power. In Talkin. Tech, is aluminum the key to creating a safe form of hydrogen for pollution free cars and trucks? Plus BMW builds it own, the history of traffic, Taurus crash results
Monday, Apr 9
Podcast: The New York Show
At the New York Auto Show: smiling BMWs, tiny Chevy.s, Nissan NISMO.s giant exhaust pipes. Dieter Zetsche says Chrysler is being courted. An exclusive look at Ford.s new "Segment Buster" crossover, FLEX. Cruise Control Radio celebrates four years on the air
Monday, Apr 2
Podcast: Mercedes Bluetec
We have the details on the new production models getting ready to bow at the upcoming New York International Auto Show. Not all are based around performance and high horsepower. Some are, well, tiny. In fact, GM is going to have the public choose which tiny cars go into production. If you're get...
Monday, Mar 19
Podcast: Manufacturers Face Lawsuits
We have the lowdown on two situations that could determine what you drive in the future. Some Daimler Chrysler stockholders say its time for a name change. Insurance expert Alan Blay will clear up terms like stacking, no fault, UN, and underinsured motorists
Monday, Mar 12
Podcast: 100% Ethanol
The bad news continues: Chrysler announces the recall of almost half a million cars and trucks. GM shows a new Cadillac diesel and a Saab that runs on 100% ethanol at this week's Geneva Auto Show. In this week's Talkin' Tech segment, GM announces its smart materials technological breakthro...
Sunday, Mar 4
Podcast: Toyota Wraps Itself in the Flag
The company is building a plant near Elvis' hometown. Can't get more USA than that! But could sales success cause problems for Toyota? Sales numbers are in for last month, and one manufacturer besides Toyota is pretty happy. And what's contaminating England's fuel supply? Plus, the GTO in...
Sunday, Feb 25
Podcast: Merger Mania
What do you think? Will it come down to GM-Chrysler Inc.? How about Silverados with Hemis, or the new Challenger with an LS6 small block? XM and Sirius is another proposed merger, but will either of these marriages even get to the business altar? Blue Devil Corvette joyride: security breac...
Sunday, Feb 18
Podcast: Is Chrysler Going on the Block?
Fix it or else! DaimlerChrysler gets a truckload of bad news this week. Blue- and white-collar cuts? Plant closings and even a possible sale? Looks like GM is teaming up with Chrysler on a new vehicle, but will the General come up with the cash if Chrysler goes on the block? We hear talks are on...
Sunday, Dec 31
Podcast: Top Auto Stories of 2006: Part I
On this edition of Cruise Control Radio we'll revisit the biggest automotive stories from 2006. Plus: Will a polar bear determine what your next car will be like or perhaps where it is built? Somewhere Malcolm Bricklin is crying. Its official: China's Chery will be building small cars for C...
Sunday, Oct 29
Podcast: Chrysler Says No Sale!
Bad numbers this week for DaimlerChrysler, but does it mean the Chrysler division may be for sale? The last Taurus comes off the line. Who gets this final edition? Does daylight savings time make roads more dangerous? What are the latest developments in voice recognition that just might b...
Monday, Sep 25
Podcast: Models Almost Here!
This podcast features the 411 on new models from Ford, Mercury, Dodge, Chrysler, and Saturn. Plus: Is Chevrolet aiming to make itself the biggest player in the world of fuel cells? And what's the deal with California's anti-car lawsuit?
Monday, Jun 26
Podcast: High-Tech Options
Chrysler shows a bit of what's new for 2007 -- including a powerful V6 and an advanced Sebring midsize sedan. It boasts plenty of high-tech options for entertainment and organization, including hot and cold cupholders. Plus: At the Wheel Reviews of the Toyota Yaris and the BMW 650i coupe
Monday, Jun 5
Podcast: Super Boss
Champion wrestler Bill Goldberg tells Cruise Control what it's like to drive the 780-hp Ford Super Boss 429 Lawman Mustang. Also, GM and Ford are offering more than $1000 of free gas with the purchase of some new vehicles. Cruise Control co-hosts Fred Staab and Les Jackson ask: Is this a good...
