Features By Alisa Roth
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Manufacturers scramble to cover parts shortages
Japan's crisis prompts General Motors to close U.S. plant and divert auto parts to others. Companies improvise to cope with disrupted supplies.
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Japan's automakers struggle to restart
Toyota extended its Japanese plant closures. Even as others resume production, the fallout spreads globally to factory floors and bottom lines.
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U.S. auto plants affected by Japan quake
In the U.S., Subaru and Toyota cancel overtime shifts amid uncertainty about their suppliers in Japan.
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Higher gas prices create political pressure
Senate Democrats fearing blame for rising gas prices could waver on support for Obama proposals on environment.
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Carmakers invest in efficient gas-sipping cars
Chevy's new Cruze Eco model is slated to get 42 miles per gallon. Is new technology for traditional gas engines the future of fuel efficiency?
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Oil price keeps setting post-recession highs
The cost of oil keeps rising, but it's the gas price at the pump that consumers should be worried about, and might snuff out the economic recovery.
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Obama urged to open U.S. oil reserve
With oil prices at just about $103 a barrel, some members of Congress are asking President Obama to open the nation's strategic oil reserve in an effort to bring down the cost of gasoline.
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Libya sanctions highlight sovereign wealth funds
Among the assets frozen by the U.S. are holdings of Libya's sovereign wealth fund. Such petrodollar funds have gained prominence in recent years.
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Middle Eastern brain drain hits home
Skilled professionals from poor Middle Eastern countries find the future is brighter abroad. But this brain drain is hurting poor countries like Jordan.
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Oil price increase will be felt quickly
Some countries will feel higher oil prices more than others.
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