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Auto Sector Stocks (Page 79)

Auto Sector Stocks

Lean how the stocks in auto sector are doing. This section covers stocks in Auto Manufacturers and Auto Parts sectors.

By Frank Sherosky on January 8, 2012 - 11:45AM
In case you haven’t noticed, changes in automotive marketing have been affecting auto shows worldwide by morphing for quite a few years now. Questions are, how much, how deep and will they forever change the traditional NAIAS press days as well as other auto unvelings?
By Frank Sherosky on January 6, 2012 - 10:21AM
Yes, contrary to all the green writers and readers out there, and just in time for the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit , Pike Research’s latest survey shows consumer interest in plug-in electric vehicles has declined in the past two years. Question may be, why? Bet you can guess.
By Frank Sherosky on January 5, 2012 - 6:46PM
In case you haven’t noticed, web developers have moved away from internet development and shifted their efforts toward app development for smartphones and tablets, including OnStar. That explains why those that follow the NAIAS 2012 and CES 2012 say this will be a growth year for app development with automakers overseeing their selections.
By Frank Sherosky on January 4, 2012 - 11:37AM
Axion Power International, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXPW), the developer of advanced lead­carbon PbC® batteries and energy storage systems, announced today that it was awarded a purchase order from SilTek Inc. confirming their participation in a Zero Energy Building in the Washington DC Naval Yard.
By Frank Sherosky on January 3, 2012 - 6:56PM
It was mid-December when I wrote the potential for a breakout to the upside held a high degree of probability. With today’s trading, the technical breakout has now occurred for Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F).
By Frank Sherosky on January 2, 2012 - 11:16AM
With press review days a week away, rumors and auto web reports say the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit will have a heavy focus on smaller cars. Question is, will the public be convinced to buy them?
By Frank Sherosky on January 1, 2012 - 1:02PM
Despite the well-known adage that investors hate uncertainty, those same investors will still play under the shadows of that phenomena in 2012. Question is: How might auto stock investors perform any better amidst the uncertainties in 2012?
By Frank Sherosky on December 30, 2011 - 11:12AM
With Friday being the last trading day of 2011, it’s time to look at the weekly chart of the Auto Sector Stocks for the year to see if there are any investing insights, opportunities and strategies for 2012, especially for January when the 2012 NAIAS takes place in Detroit.
By Frank Sherosky on December 29, 2011 - 1:52PM
Officials from the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), with Bellingham, Wash. Mayor Dan Pike, joined local business leaders as they celebrated the ground breaking of the state’s first AeroVironment DC fast charger and its segment of the West Coast Electric Highway.
By Frank Sherosky on December 27, 2011 - 12:44PM
Wall Street Journal and other sources in China reported today on the country’s change in rare-earth export quotas. However, there really doesn’t seem to be much change, especially the Chinese rationale behind the quotas.
By Frank Sherosky on December 26, 2011 - 6:59PM
As the second part of a new, end-of-year recognition awards, and hopefully the start of a TorqueNews tradition under the automotive technology category, the Best of the Best Advanced Automotive Technology 2011 goes to the Electric Supercharger of Controlled Power Technologies, which was recently acquired by Valeo.
By Frank Sherosky on December 26, 2011 - 11:42AM
As part of a new end-of -year recognition, and hopefully the start of a TorqueNews tradition, two recognition awards will be given under the automotive technology category based on a set of criteria. The first is the Best of the Best Production Automotive Technology 2011 which goes to the Buick eAssist.
By Frank Sherosky on December 26, 2011 - 12:04AM
Who knew that OnStar would one day help recover a GM competitor’s stolen vehicle? That’s precisely what happened to an owner of a Chrysler 300 in Oregon who purchased the new retail product called OnStar FMV.
By Frank Sherosky on December 23, 2011 - 3:52PM
Just a few weeks ago we reported at TorqueNews on engineers from General Motors Company (NYSE: GM) doubling the life of brake rotors with metal treatment process used to treat power train parts. Well, a new design is now being developed by GM engineers in the form of an insert that practically eliminates unwanted brake squeal.
By Frank Sherosky on December 23, 2011 - 12:49PM
Most buyers of electric cars such as the Chevy Volt are already shopping in the market segment whereby they can afford the vehicle without subsidies. So, why are they still getting them?
By Frank Sherosky on December 22, 2011 - 4:09PM
Toyota stock traded barely up today; meaning the stock didn’t even react much to Moody’s downgrade of Toyota’s US financial arm, Toyota Motor Credit Corporation (TMCC) either. However, news of improvement in 2012 profits was balanced by news of a Yen appreciation effect.
By Frank Sherosky on December 22, 2011 - 10:55AM
Judi has received multiple calls from GM and now a survey from J.D. Power and Associates to provide feedback on her recent purchase of her 2012 Chevy Cruze. Question is: Why doesn’t GM understand its own success here, when all they have to do is recall what Henry Ford did? Modifying a famous political line, it’s the “personal” economy, stupid!
By Frank Sherosky on December 21, 2011 - 7:21PM
GM may be avoiding public perception at its own peril once again. After all, GM and its CEO, Dan Akerson, may have the grand desire and the ability to build 60,000 Chevy Volts in 2012, but the more fundamental question is: Can GM sell all 60,000 Volts in 2012 at its present price?
By Frank Sherosky on December 21, 2011 - 1:04PM
Regardless of which sectors rise or fall, the name of the investing game is to make money. So, here is a list of 7 ideas for your 2012 Auto Sector and Investor resolution list.
By Frank Sherosky on December 21, 2011 - 10:36AM
Cyclone Power Technologies Inc. (OTCQB: CYPW), developer of the all-fuel, clean-tech Cyclone Engine, announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the assets and business of Advent Power Systems, Inc., Cyclone's exclusive military licensee since 2006.
By Frank Sherosky on December 21, 2011 - 9:14AM
The second phase of the General Motors Company (NYSE: GM) China Advanced Technical Center (ATC), the most comprehensive advanced automotive technology development center in China, is on track to open in the second half of 2012.
By Frank Sherosky on December 19, 2011 - 7:20PM
OnStar and Cadillac are showcasing their latest technologies at the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show (2012 CES) from Jan. 10-13 in Las Vegas.
By Frank Sherosky on December 19, 2011 - 2:41PM
G-Oil, America’s first and only API and USDA certified bio-based full synthetic motor oil, announced that it will sponsor driver Tayler Malsam and the TriStar Motorsports Toyota Camry team for the 2012 NASCAR Nationwide Series.
By Frank Sherosky on December 19, 2011 - 11:53AM
Touting 2011 as the Year of the Electric Vehicle and that the EV is here to stay, the Copper Development Association (CDA) also reports that special thanks must go to the metal, copper, as a mighty contributor to the innovative technology that supports electric vehicles – from charging stations to power electronics and batteries.
By Frank Sherosky on December 16, 2011 - 2:30PM
Pike Research has prepared a white paper that makes ten predictions about the continuing evolution of the market in 2012 and beyond.
By Frank Sherosky on December 15, 2011 - 7:25PM
It does not come up all the time or on every stock, but when a converging wedge pattern appears on a stock chart, astute traders take notice; and such is the case with the stock for Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F).
By Frank Sherosky on December 14, 2011 - 9:51PM
Trade friction may be the political rhetoric of choice, but traders worldwide know China’s retaliation is also a major shot over the U.S. economic bow; and, this time, the US auto industry is affected.
By Frank Sherosky on December 14, 2011 - 11:15AM
Imagine doubling the life of brake rotors. Not only does the new metal-treatment process save consumers hundreds of dollars, but it saves GM on warranty costs, a key line item on the corporate balance sheet.
By Frank Sherosky on December 13, 2011 - 3:25PM
Think no cell phone calls in or out, no texting, no updating, if the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has its way.
By Frank Sherosky on December 13, 2011 - 11:37AM
GE Energy (NYSE: GE) has reached an agreement with Amazon.com (Nasdaq: AMZN) to sell its award-winning GE WattStation(TM) Wall Mount electric vehicle (EV) charger directly to U.S. consumers through the online retailer’s popular website.