Suppliers Chastened VW seeks a greener supply chain Marred by scandal, VW is turning over a new leaf, telling its suppliers that it will measure their environmental impact and social responsibility on a par with cost and quality. watch video Marketing Cadillac tweets unrequited valentines Cadillac wanted to make love, not war, with its luxury rivals on Valentine's Day. The results were mixed. watch video Executives AutoNation picks auto industry outsider to replace Jackson as CEO The largest U.S. dealership group selected Carl Liebert -- a financial services executive who has worked for some of America’s best-known retail brands -- to replace longtime CEO Mike Jackson, who will become executive chairman. Executives FCA sets $14M compensation target for CEO Manley Fiat Chrysler set an annual compensation target for CEO Mike Manley consisting of pay, cash and equity bonuses of $14 million, the automaker disclosed in a regulatory filing. Weekend Drive Mike Jackson: Why Liebert is the right leader for AutoNation AutoNation's outgoing CEO Mike Jackson and his successor, Carl Liebert, discuss the road ahead for the largest dealership group in the U.S. Plus, what Liebert brings to the table and why Jackson is 'excited' to hand over the reins. Listen to Weekend Drive as a podcast See all Weekend Drive Manufacturing GM extends Cadillac CT6, Chevy Impala output to early 2020 GM will continue producing the Cadillac CT6 and Chevrolet Impala large sedans until January 2020 at its Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant in Michigan. Regulation & Safety Ford probably tripped by emissions math, expert says Automakers have a tough time estimating road load -- industry jargon for factors that can reduce fuel economy, including friction, weight and aerodynamics, said an independent consultant. Marketing Cadillac ads for Oscars debut new ‘Rise Above' tagline A new advertising campaign for Cadillac marks the end of the brand’s 4-year-old “Dare Greatly” ad campaign and the beginning of a new tag line and ad campaign that will debut nationally Sunday. PM NEWSCAST Taking helm at AutoNation • GM buys time for factory • A Ford at Ford Foundation • Tesla's China delivery See all PM Newscasts AM Newscast AutoNation’s next CEO • Ford probes test procedures • BMW-Daimler mobility deal • Long wait for Tesla refunds See all First Shift Opinion Dealers need to be ready for anything Elaine Chao: A speedier path for innovation More Opinion stories » FIXED OPS JOURNAL Other industries raid dealerships for talented shop veterans Ex-tech says he left auto retail for more control, less politics Virginia dealership group trains nonviolent inmates to become its service techs Most dealerships still fumble sales-to-service handoff More Fixed Ops Journal stories » BLOGS Is Honda's U.K. plant closure the beginning of a Japanese Brexit? Tesla introduces 'Dog Mode' to keep pets cool inside the car A GM investment in Rivian would send the wrong messages Will Jaguar replace XE, XF sedans with a single EV? More Blogs » Cars & Concepts Mercedes to drop SLC two-seat roadster McLaren hopes high for convertibles GMC Acadia gets styling, powertrain updates Bentley revs up Bentayga with Speed variant More Cars & Concepts stories » Access F&I Auto lenders take varied approaches to technology investments How to break the F&I stereotype Training strength lies in the details Ally's core business is driving optimism More Access F&I stories » Best Practices Fla. store puts service parts near its techs At Niello Buy Center, it pays to buy only Dealership group teaches life skills Sponsored Content Provided By Ally VIDEO: Take action to create a welcoming workplace More Best Practices stories » This Week's Issue Can car companies ever win on Wall Street? For many small family dealers, it's ‘grow or go' Growing backlash against stair-steps GMC Acadia gets styling, powertrain updates More stories from this week's issue » Automakers & Suppliers Marella Agnelli, widow of late Fiat chairman, dies at 91 Marella Agnelli, the 91-year-old wife of late Fiat Chairman Gianni Agnelli, died on Saturday at her home in Turin, the Agnelli family said. Manufacturing McLaren hopes high for convertibles McLaren Automotive's convertible portfolio is going to expand by two models in the coming months with the additions of the 720S Spider and 600LT Spider. And the exotic automaker has high expectations for the open-top variants. Executives Like EVs, rockets and tunnels, Tesla's Musk goes big with household finances Elon Musk, who has routinely used his shares in Tesla to obtain personal loans, recently took out $61 million in mortgages on five properties in California. Executives Jim Englehart, former product development chief at Ford, dies at 82 Jim Englehart helped bring many of today's most popular pickups and SUVs to market, such as the F-150, Ford Explorer and Ford Expedition. Trade Trump says he expects to meet China's Xi soon on trade President Trump said that because of the progress being made with China in trade talks, this week's round of negotiations had been extended. He said if the two countries reached a deal, tariffs would not need to rise. Litigation VW's diesel troubles intensify after German court setback VW faces the prospect of compensating thousands of owners of tainted diesel vehicles after Germany’s top court undercut the automaker’s defense strategy that its cheating software was legal in Europe. Automakers & Suppliers Fiat Chrysler plans $1.1 billion dividend payout Fiat Chrysler is on the verge of paying a regular dividend for the first time and said it is planning a $1.1 billion initial distribution to shareholders. Executives Henry Ford III joins Ford Foundation board Henry Ford III is the first family member to sit on the foundation's board since his grandfather, Henry Ford II, resigned in 1976 after 33 years of service as president, chair, and a trustee. Suppliers Magna posts record Q4 revenue, but profits and margins decline The Canadian auto supplier posted gains across many of its business lines, but margins dropped as the company continued to ramp up initiatives in areas such as electric and self-driving vehicles. Mobility Daimler, BMW will invest $1.13 billion in mobility JV to rival Uber Daimler and BMW unveiled a mobility JV that will invest $1.13 billion in ride-hailing, parking, EV charging and short-term rental services to rival Uber and other tech companies. 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