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European auto sales up for first time since 2011
Richard Westcott May 17, 2013
But that comes with an asterisk.
Wal-Mart gives suppliers a deadline to disclose factory details
Shannon Mullen Apr 15, 2013
Wal-Mart wants suppliers to list exactly which factories they work with. The retail giant says it will cut ties with anyone who subcontracts work without permission.
Walmart warehouse temps add flexibility -- and save money?
Mitchell Hartman Nov 29, 2012
Walmart's flexible supply chain depends on low-wage "permatemp" workers.
States like Arizona hope to cash in on NAFTA supply chain
Peter O'Dowd Oct 31, 2012
Exports from big states like Texas, California and Michigan have soared since the 1990s when the North American Free Trade Agreement opened U.S. markets to Mexico. But not every state has been as savvy promoting cross-border trade.
Retailers expecting strong holiday sales
Juli Niemann Oct 2, 2012
This morning the National Retail Federation predicted modest growth for holiday shopping this year -- up about four percent -- and automakers are expecting another strong month of sales.
How housing affects car sales
Adriene Hill Sep 4, 2012
As car makers report higher sales, a strengthening housing market can play a role.
Auto sale increase also boosts auto jobs
Mitchell Hartman Sep 4, 2012
The steady increase in auto sales is also fueling a boom in auto employment—everything from dealerships, to auto suppliers and assembly plants
Auto sales kick in to a higher gear
Juli Niemann Sep 4, 2012
Pent-up demand for new cars, better financing options for buyers, better fuel efficiency, and a rising price of used cars continue to boost car sales.
Auto supply chain takes a hit in Germany
Steve Evans Apr 19, 2012
A key component for building cars both here and around the world has has been nearly decimated by an explosion a couple of weeks ago in Germany.
Auto profits ride on cuts as much as sales
Jeff Tyler Apr 3, 2012
U.S. automakers see profits on modest sales because they've already slashed expenses.
