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KEITH CRAIN

Automotive News editor-in-chief
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Big Brother is watching

I am constantly amazed by how much bureaucracy dealers face running what used to be called small businesses.
I'm not sure many dealers in North America would consider their dealerships small businesses. ... 12:01 am U.S. ET | June 17

JASON STEIN

Automotive News publisher and editor
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Chinese carmakers primed for shakeout

SHANGHAI -- If you listen to the industry experts -- and in this country there are more than a few who claim to know how the future will unfold -- they'll tell you that the good times in China are over. The industry has hit a wall -- and ... 12:01 am U.S. ET | April 29

EDWARD LAPHAM

Automotive News executive editor
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Baby boomer(angs): Retirees come back

In this era of Millennial Madness, when many people you meet in the workplace think of Star Wars as an old movie, it is gratifying that General Motors recruited about 160 retirees on a contract basis to help with a number of ... 12:01 am U.S. ET | June 3

MARK RECHTIN

Automotive News Los Angeles bureau chief
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The death of driving? Don't make any funeral plans

You know that study that just came out declaring "the end of the driving boom," because Gen Y supposedly doesn't care about cars?
Ignore it.
The 11:29 am U.S. ET | May 17

STAFF COLUMNS

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Infiniti, Lincoln face one tough challenge

Sales for this luxury marque have been disappointing. In fact, there was talk that its parent company might kill it. Now a dynamic new leader is trying to create some buzz with a more exciting lineup. But the brand faces some of ... 12:01 am U.S. ET | May 27

PETER BROWN

Automotive News former publisher and editorial director
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Advice for Akerson: Show a little faith in your bench

Look at the unfilled holes in General Motors' top management. Add to that the executives who are brand-new to the car business. You might then conclude that CEO Dan Akerson is like the football coach who looks at his ... 12:01 am U.S. ET | Oct. 15

GUEST COLUMNISTS

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China's slowing economy provides opportunities for foreign automakers

SHANGHAI -- China's recent economic indicators suggest that the country's economy is losing steam. The economy grew 7.7 percent in the first quarter, down from last year's 7.8 percent pace, and official statistics may be masking a ... 12:01 am U.S. ET | June 10

Special Report
Dealer O.C. Welch's big-truck turnaround

Dealer O.C. Welch's big-truck turnaround

After Mercury's demise, South Carolina Ford-Lincoln dealer O.C. Welch had to find a way to replace lost revenue. He decided to load up on Super Duty pickups – and sell them online. Mon., June 17
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