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Auto industry

For more than a hundred years, carmakers have boosted economic growth, giving workers good jobs and shareholders healthy profits. Now, the industry is under pressure to transform amid climate change.

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Ford Germany CEO stands in front of a production line at one of the company's plants

No Aid Wanted

Ford Germany's CEO explains to Deutsche Welle why he's not interested in government handouts.
November 23, 2008
Man builds a BMW

Rough Ride Ahead

Experts warn hard times for the auto industry will mean layoffs for parts suppliers and others.
October 28, 2008
A worker shines the hood of a car coming off a production line

State Aid Debate

German ministers disagree on what sectors beyond finance are deserving of state support.
October 15, 2008
Red traffic light at the Opel plant in Bochum, Germany

Cries for Help

An EU minister says the car industry also wants state aid, just like the banks.
October 13, 2008