Forbes magazine columnist Jerry Flint recently wrote a column about the supposed “conspiracy” of biased journalists against American cars. But as harsh as it may sound, could it be that foreign cars are really just better?

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Auburn Hills, Mich., Jan 11, 2007 - Chrysler Group executives were honored by On Wheels Inc. during the 11th Annual Urban Wheel Awards for their achievements in the automotive industry. Donald E. Goodwin, Vice President – Scientific Laboratories and Proving Grounds, was named the African-American Executive of the Year and Joe Chao, Vice President – Advance Manufacturing Engineering, received the Asian-American Executive of the Year. The event was held Jan. 9 at the Max M. Fisher Music Center in Detroit.

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Remember the recent debacle over Consumer Reports findings on childen’s car seats? Chrysler Corporation issued a press release to reiterate its concern for child safety.

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It seems the new designation for cool is the “i” at the beginning of any moniker. At least that’s what some people would like us to think. In BMW’s case, I suggest they go back to the drawing board with their iDrive…but I digress.

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With Ford Motor Co. in the midst of a massive turnaround, solid products have never been more critical to the success of the company. So what does it do with its 2008 Focus but take away almost all the attributes that endeared it to enthusiasts?

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For a while, it seemed like the Japanese, and especially Toyota, had a monopoly on the green car crown. But it appears that the General is intent on taking it away in the not-too-distant future. Take a look at the Chevy Volt hybrid concept. The vehicle is theoretically capable of 150 miles per gallon. Impossible you say? Well, with concept cars, anything is possible.

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AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 7 /PRNewswire/ — Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced that U.S. sales of the legendary New Beetle reached the half- million mark. It was exactly nine years ago that the New Beetle made its worldwide debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

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It seems with Alan Mulally in charge, there are no sacred cows at Ford Motor Co. any longer. Or should I say sacred bulls, as in the Taurus. In an article in Business Week , author David Kiley hints that the bread-and-butter nameplate that was staple of Ford’s passenger car line for two decades could be ready for a comeback tour.

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In The Truth About Cars, writer Tom Anderson speculates why Ford Motor Co. continues to insist in keeping what he considers “…fractionally ritzier but still blander-than-John-Kerry- eating-vanilla-ice-cream Fords with waterfall grilles.” He points, of course, to the now defunct Oldsmobile as the “solution” to dealing with the brand. Comments on the article support his suggestion.

I can’t believe how stupid enthusiasts can be.

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A story out from Ward’s Auto world says the minivan market is in a slump. Indeed, General Motors and Ford Motor Co. have effectively abandoned the segment as it’s currently classified altogether. Ford sales analyst George Pipas is quoted in the story as saying, “The minivan market is toast.” Well, let’s take a closer look here.

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