Automotive News Daily Drive

Hireology CEO Adam Robinson discusses how the pandemic is changing dealership staffing models; why more people may soon be applying for jobs in auto retail.

KPMG's Gary Silberg discusses the firm's latest report on how the pandemic is changing driving habits in the U.S. and could dampen demand for new vehicles in the coming years.

Principle Auto CEO Abigail Kampmann explains how her dealership group is refining processes as it looks to manage expenses and retain employees while becoming more digital and customer centric.

BMW North America CEO Bernhard Kuhnt says the coronavirus crisis has not impacted the automaker's future product plans. He also talks about the shift toward online vehicle sales, the recovery in the European car market and how his views on work from home have changed.

Ridecell's Mark Thomas says the third-party mobility platform is seeing an uptick in car-sharing services as more people opt out of using public transportation amid the outbreak.

Mitsubishi's North America CMO Kimberley Gardiner discusses marketing strategies amid the pandemic, the automaker's new headquarters in Nashville, and recruiting industry outsiders as the brand looks to reemerge as a contender in the U.S.

Ford's chief marketing officer and president of the Lincoln brand discusses how dealers are influencing Ford's and Lincoln's marketing efforts. She also shares the planning details that went into the 2021 Bronco SUV reveal.

In the final segment of an exclusive interview, Tesla CEO Elon Musk defends the name of Tesla's Autopilot driver-assistance system. He also weighs in on his management style, Tesla's lawsuit against EV rival Rivian, and restructuring the company as it looks to build more cars in the future.

August 3, 2020 | One-on-one with Elon Musk (Part 2): A third U.S. plant 'very likely' by Automotive News

In an exclusive three-part interview, Tesla CEO Elon Musk speaks with Automotive News Publisher Jason Stein. In this first episode, the 49-year-old discusses a wide range of topics, including manufacturing challenges, the company's streak of quarterly profits and soaring market value. He also opens up about why the EV maker is so popular, getting more range out of future vehicles and how the federal tax credit program for EVs is putting Tesla at a ''significant disadvantage.''