In some ways, the government's cash for clunkers plan, which encourages people to trade in old cars for newer fuel-efficient ones, also serves as a sort of stimulus plan. Sally Herships explores how the plan contributes to different industries.

Auto parts-maker Delphi is trying to sell assets this week, and several firms and investors have shown interest. But the car parts business is slow right now as hardly anyone is making cars. Alisa Roth reports.

The Midwestern state has the highest rate of unemployment in the nation due mostly to its dependence on the auto industry. But some have found a new way to stay alive by building machinery for green energy. Dustin Dwyer reports.

Chrysler is re-opening factories in order to keep up as they run out of cars that are selling well. Contrary to popular belief, bankruptcy has actually helped the automaker push vehicles off the lot. Jeremy Hobson reports.

Auto parts maker Lear has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, and more suppliers are expected to follow suit. But Alisa Roth reports things could be a lot worse.

With the economy hurting, the car repossession industry has been quite healthy. But the rise in repo has prompted a rise in violence against repo workers. Gigi Douban reports.

General Motors' reorganization plan has been approved by a bankruptcy judge. The automaker can now sell off the best parts of its business, but will it still have a place in America's heart? Alisa Roth reports.

As temporary owner of GM automaker Opel, the German government is keen to protect the company's 26,000 workers there. But other countries in the E.U. don't like the rules set by the new owner. Brett Neely explores the caveats.

Under its new restructuring plan, General Motors will sell assets such as its Chevrolet and Cadillac brands to a new company. But investors aren't entirely happy with the bankruptcy program. Dan Grech reports.