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Automotive stocks are companies that specialize in the sale, maintenance, and enhancement of vehicles. Automotive brands have been around practically as long as the stock market itself and have earned their fair share of investor interest. Car brands are well-known and easily recognizable, making many of them mainstays in their specialties. With electric vehicles quickly growing in popularity, the auto industry remains constantly at the edge of growth and development.

Recent Automotive Stocks Articles

Dodge Durango to Become a Cop Car

A specialized, beefier version of the SUV is now for sale to police and fire departments around the U.S.

4 Auto Stocks to Trade In

While the auto industry is enjoying a revival, not all companies are profiting. These four may be the weakest.

Now’s the Time to Invest in China

A closer look at the recent trade-deficit numbers tell the tale. Here are three stocks that let investors ride the red dragon.

Overdrive for Auto Parts Makers?

Federal Mogul’s aftermarket spin-off is a green light for the sector, which is benefiting from both hot new-car sales and drivers keeping their vehicles longer.

Automakers Are Riding a Rising Market

Trade data show strong sales both in the U.S. and abroad. If this trend continues, it bodes well for the automakers' stocks.

Overall Retail Sales Hit New Record

Retailing performed across the board in February, slightly exceeding analysts’ estimates, with vehicle and apparel sales particularly strong.

Is This the Spark Green Vehicles Need?

Obama's 'All-of-the-above' alternative fuels push is raising hopes. But even if Congress approves, it'll be years before companies see the benefits.

Ford’s Mulally Earned Every Cent of His Bonus

Ford Motor (NYSE:F) Chief Executive Alan Mulally just landed a $34.5 million stock award. And why not? After all, he's helped engineer one of the…

Is Apple Eying Your Car?

A recent job posting hints that Apple might be looking to expand its automotive offerings.

5 Hot Autos From the Geneva Motor Show

From a multimillion-dollar Lamborghini to a plug-in Chevy, these were some of the hottest cars from the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.

Ford & GM Are Smokin’ on Accelerating Sales

Pent-up demand and fuel-efficient offerings are more than making up for the drag of higher gas prices.

The Chevy Volt’s Bumpy Ride

GM suspends production of the Chevy Volt for 5 weeks despite terrific February sales and being named European Car of the Year for 2012.

Here’s What You Get in a $100K Luxury Electric Car

Justin Bieber recently celebrated his 18th birthday by receiving the lusted-after Fisker Karma hybrid. Here's a quick look under the hood.

Rising Gas Prices: Detroit Finally Has Wheels That Still Sell

U.S. carmakers saw their fuel-efficient models take off in February as gasoline prices hit record highs for this time of year.

6 Companies Building the Car of the Future

Automakers need the hottest technologies to compete with their rivals. Here's a look at the companies behind the latest and future innovations.

Are China’s Slowing Auto Sales a Red Flag?

When "slowing" growth still means scorching growth, so no need to worry. January's numbers are a faint yellow flag at most.

Europe Is No Bugaboo for VW

Its scorching 2011 results -- with profits nearly triple GM's -- prove buyers still love German engineering, even in VW's troubled home market.

5 Auto Stocks Receiving Poor Grades

Find out which big name auto companies are receiving unsatisfactory grades.

Will a GM-Peugeot Alliance Pay Off for Shareholders?

A possible deal between General Motors and European automaker Peugeot could mean big savings for GM. And in the short term, GM could be a decent trade.