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October 15, 2012

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SAE approves new fast-charging standard for EVs, plug-ins

SAE International said it has approved a new technical standard that will dramatically reduce charging times for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and electric vehicles. ... >> story Published: Oct 15 4:09 pm U.S. Eastern time

	Roadshow Gives Guidance on Increasing Efficiencies
Experts from OESA, Plante Moran and Plex Systems share guidance on how automotive manufacturers can improve productivity and efficiency while meeting growing demands. The Sept. 13 roadshow features real-life success stories and open Q&A. Join us from 2 to 5 p.m. at the GM Heritage Center, Sterling Heights. Click to learn more.

Akerson was no fan of GM, model lineup when he joined board, Whitacre says in book
Former CEO says automaker still has fat to cut

GM CEO Dan Akerson was not a fan of GM's model lineup and thought the automaker was one of the most poorly managed companies when he became a director in 2009, his predecessor, Ed Whitacre, says in a new book. ... >> story Published: Oct 14 4:47 pm U.S. Eastern time / UPDATED: 10/14/12 8:43 pm ET

Volkswagen plans 2 new SUVs to expand appeal beyond Tiguan

Volkswagen plans to expand its lineup of SUVs with two new models in the coming years as part of a goal of overtaking GM and Toyota in deliveries. One of the new models will be bigger than the Tiguan SUV to appeal to U.S. ... >> story Published: Oct 15 7:04 am U.S. Eastern time

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KEITH CRAIN
Europe: What's a CEO to do?

Just about every company in Europe is bleeding. Whether a company is based there or elsewhere, losses in Europe are going to have a profound impact on its cash flow and product planning Keith Crain is editor-in-chief of Automotive News. ... >> Read the column Published: Oct 15 12:01 am U.S. Eastern time

DAVID BARKHOLZ
Honda's bundle of cash revives Tier 2 ad plans

A couple of years ago, auto executives wondered aloud whether dealer ad groups, or the Tier 2 advertising channel, were headed for irrelevance. But a revival is afoot for Tier 2 advertising, in which dealers in a metropolitan area pool their resources for media buying David Barkholz is a reporter for Automotive News. ... >> Read the column Published: Oct 15 12:01 am U.S. Eastern time

PETER BROWN
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 bench and concludes he's got a bunch of scrubs Peter Brown is the publisher of Automotive News. ... >> Read the column Published: Oct 15 12:01 am U.S. Eastern time

DAVID SEDGWICK
A driver-friendly way to help you stay in your lane

I have never been a fan of lane-departure warning devices. The systems seemed like anxious nannies, buzzing with alarm whenever I even thought about changing lanes. But now I’m willing to give the technology a second look David Sedgwick is a special correspondent for Automotive News. ... >> Read the column Published: Oct 15 12:01 am U.S. Eastern time

Luca Ciferri is Automotive News Europe's Editor-in-Chief
A merged Opel-PSA could be a catalyst for reform of Europe's auto industry
General Motors and PSA are mulling a joint venture of Opel/Vauxhall and PSA's core auto manufacturing arm, according to media reports. If the plan goes ahead, it could be a catalyst for wide-reaching structural reform in Europe's ailing auto industry. ...

Read the blog Published: Oct 15 12:01 am U.S. Eastern time

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