Jeff Gilbert

Recalls and tariffs have a big impact Ford's second quarter earnings. Ford posts a small loss, despite record revenues. Also expects two billion in tariff costs this year. Says they are working with administration

Breaking on @WWJ950 —a $36 million dollar loss, as Ford posts record revenues www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio...

Stellantis posts big first half losses, says tariffs will add to costs in the second half. Stellantis says it lost a lot of money in the first half. Expects a better first half but still says tariffs will cost it billions for the full year

Up early covering some tough financial news from carmaker Stellantis for @WWJ950 www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio...

YouTube video by Jeff Gilbert 2025 James Bond Vacation

A look at what I did during my time away from the AutoBeat the past week or so youtu.be/7R4BtPvURyg?...

NACTOY Welcomes Four New Jurors - North American Car, Truck and Utility of the Year New jurors Jason Fogelson, Petrina Gentile, Matthew Guy and Tom Voelk will bring their auto industry knowledge and viewpoints to the North American Car and Truck of the Year Awards™ as the newest appo...

As Volunteer President of @NACTOY I’m proud to announce we’ve added four new jurors to our panel of 50 journalists who decide North American Car, Truck and Utility of the Year northamericancaroftheyear.org/nactoy-welco...

If you want a tax break on an electric vehicle, you had better hurry. They will be phased out in September. The Trump administration will phase out tax breaks on electric vehicles as of the end of September. It’s not certain what impact this will have on the long term price

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As prices go up, car buyers are saying "Give me more economy and fewer extras!" New AutoPacific study shows buyers of sub 35 thousand dollar vehicles want more lower end trims with fewer extras. They do still want a few luxury items, including heated seats

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Car sales surprisingly strong in the first half, but the rest of the year is far less certain GM and Ford sales are up in the second quarter. First half was great for auto industy. Carmakers are uncertain about the second half. Some carmakers didn’t do as well

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Drivers say "enough is enough" with controls on touch screens. One of the takeaways from JD Power Quality Study JD Power Study of vehicle quality puts Lexus first, Nissan top market brand. GM and Ford also do well. Customers still have issues with too much info and controls on touch screens.

Does it really, really bug you when you need to use a touch screen to do simple things in your car? You’re not alone @WWJ950 www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio...

Think your new car has a problem with blind spots? You're probably right. An important safety group has come up with a new study of blind spots in vehicles. It shows they have expanded over the years, putting pedestrians and bicyclists at special risk

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When you really want to take your Ford Explorer off-road, the company brings out a new "Tremor Explorer" The Tremor Explorer is a new Ford vehicle aimed at off roaders, who also want a comfortable daily driver. It’s a mass market SUV at people who are part of an outdoor lifestyle

I had an opportunity to see the first version of the Ford Explorer targeted to people who want to go off road. The Explorer Tremor bit.ly/3HTMPzm

Ford recalls a popular electric vehicle because a software glitch can lock drivers out A software problem leads to the recall of the Ford Mustang Mach E. The Electric Vehicle can see the doors lock themselves when the 12 volt battery gets too low

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American made vehicles don't always come from Detroit 3 brands. Tesla and Honda dominate new list Tesla finishes in the top four places of the annual cars.com list of most american vehicles. Honda does well. Jeep Gladiator best Detroit Three product

Which vehicles are the “Most American.” There’s a new list, and we’ll tell you about it on @WWJ950 www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio...

Ford launches a new all out effort to work with charitable organizations and dealers to help communities Ford combines with Feeding America, Habitat for Humanity, Team Rubicon and the American Red Cross to launch a new philanthropic effort called Working Together

Ford launches a big charitable push callled “Building Together.” www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio...

Ford expands the online site dedicated to company and auto history Ford is adding more material to the Ford Heritage Vault, an online site dedicated to the companys history. That includes a variety of product press releases.

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GM Makes 4 Billion In Investments, Moves Products Back from Mexico GM is investing four billion dollars in US plants over next two years, amid tariff pressure from President Trump. Orion plant will make SUV’s and pickups. Blazer and Equinox will be made in U.S.

GM to make $4 billion US investment and move Blazer and Equinox production from Mexico to US www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio...

Six new vehicles join an elite list, honored as some of the safest on the road The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety adds six vehicles to its Top Safety Pick Plus list. All are Asian models. Ford Bronco and Bronco Sport are tested, but don’t make the list.

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Cadillac says electric vehicles can be fast, as it introduces powerful, new OPTIQ-V Cadillac’s OPTIQ-V is the latest performance vehicle from the luxury brand. It adds horsepower to Cadillac’s entry level EV, and shows that electric vehicles can be fun to drive.

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Cadillac, and it’s electric www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio...

Hands-free driving with Ford's BlueCruise tech — How does it do on a road trip? The mission: Drive as many hands-free miles as possible. The vehicle: A 2025 Lincoln Navigator with BlueCruise 1.4. WWJ Auto Beat reporter Jeff Gilbert tells us how it went.

It’s a “Hands Free Holiday Road Trip” on @WWJ950 What it’s really like to use Ford’s latest edition of BlueCruise on a long trip www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio...

BREAKING: Stellantis name Antonio Filosa CEO, replacing Carlos Tavares, who was ousted last year. Filosa had been running North America and was seen as a front runner for the top job. @WWJ950

Toyota adds more hybrids and EVs to its lineup Toyota adds more hybrids and EVs to its lineup. During a two day “Headquarters Confidential” event at their Plano, Texas home, Toyota gave reporters a glimpse at some of their plans for this year, wh...

Spent some time at Toyota HQ in Texas this past week to get a peek “under the hood” at what’s coming @WWJ950 www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio...

Cadillac, Hyundai offer larger vehicles in the EV market Two very different EVs from two very different brands have the same mission, make electric vehicles convenient for people who need more room. Hyundai showed off the new three row IONIQ 9. Cadillac is...

We are starting to see more three row electric vehicles. I just drove two of them—The Cadillac VISTIQ and Hyundai IONIQ 9 @WWJ950 www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio...

YouTube video by Jeff Gilbert Hyundai’s EV’s Grow Up

We take a first drive in the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and visit the factory where this new EV is built youtu.be/25TqcFl-lM4?...

Today’s @WWJ950 Car Chronicles coming to you from Hyundai’s new plant just outside Savannah. It was a fascinating experience.

Ford's new Expedition "is a blast" You may recall I said the Expedition’s sister vehicle—the Lincoln Navigator—was all about relaxation. My off road experience in the Tremor trim was anything but relaxing.

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YouTube video by Jeff Gilbert Big SUV Gets Big Update

It’s an all new Ford Expedition—-and we are aming tge first to drive it youtu.be/wIP2IlM2oVU?...

Did some off roading in the new Ford #Expedition. Review coming next week

BREAKING: Ford makes $471 million in first quarter. Says tariffs will cost $1.5 billion this year (taking into account a billion in mitigation). Suspends guidance @WWJ950

Big, bold and relaxing. Take a ride in Lincoln’s new Navigator While so many luxury brands — BMW, Cadillac in particular — try to wow you with 0-60 times and driving thrills, Lincoln has really found its niche as a brand that appeals to people who want to use the...

Today’s @WWJ950 Car Chronicles features the all new Lincoln Navigator. Test drive segment is tomorrow. But you can read a lot more online www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio...

YouTube video by Jeff Gilbert How Can A Vehicle So Big Be Relaxing

Lincoln’s Navigator was the first luxury SUV. It’s all new and still an original youtu.be/sT6Q_bt0ja8?...

Chrysler brand celebrates 100-year history, while looking to the future Chrysler has begun celebrating its centennial. “It’s rare when you see companies and brands that are strong enough to survive and thrive for an entire century,” said Chris Feuell, CEO of the Chrysle...

I had a great chance to talk with @Chrysler brand chief Chris Fuell about the brands centennial, new products and challenges @WWJ950 @NACTOY www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio...