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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

Nissan Recalls 250,000 Vehicles

Nissan (NSANY) said Thursday it was recalling about 250,000 vehicles because of a loose sensor that could cause fuel leaks.

General Motors (GM) Stock: 3 Pros, 3 Cons

After declaring bankruptcy in 2009, GM has undergone an extreme makeover. It's seeing results now, but what does the future hold?

Tesla’s Electrified Shares Surge Higher

Tesla's forward momentum and Elon Musk's steering have gotten TSLA shares out of a mid-January trench, and there's more room to run.

Bitterness Trumps Facts About GM Bailout and Its Record Profits

A recent article about General Motors' earnings prompted a lot of vitriol. Let's take a look at some of the responses -- and the misconceptions they reveal.

GM Sets Off Automakers — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

Its record profit in 2011 had investors racing into auto stocks. Amazon, however, slid on a downgrade.

Tesla Earnings Mixed, But Model X Crossover Is All the Rage

Tesla's (TSLA) electric Model X crossover became an immediate hit after last week's launch, bringing in $40 million in pre-sales in a day.

Thanks, Taxpayers! General Motors Tallies Biggest Profit EVER

General Motors (GM) posts record profits for 2011, but the automaker misses forecasts thanks to global troubles. Meanwhile, taxpayers have fuel for their gripe.

Your Insurance Company Would Love to Tap Your GPS

TomTom has specially designed a GPS unit to benefit both drivers and insurance companies. Bad drivers however, may want to steer clear.

Do Cars Need Virus Protection?

Automobiles nowadays are largely computer controlled, and surprisingly vulnerable to hacking. Don't be surprised if computer security firms exploit the issue.

GM Gets OK for a New Plant in China

A key environmental permit from a provincial authority will let it build a $1.1 billion factory that can pump out 300,000 vehicles a year.

Can Honda’s Stock Keep Accelerating?

Honda shares are on a hot run, but a drop in market share and a lower credit-rating outlook show everything's not necessarily peachy for the Japanese automaker.

The Greenest Cars of 2012

The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy has released its Greenest List, a ranking of the 12 most environmentally friendly vehicles on the road.

It’s Time to Get Behind the Wheel of GM

General Motors is looking like a winner going into next week's earnings report -- in the long run, a drive toward big margins are commendable, but no guarantee.

Ford to Unleash 2013 Shelby GT500 Mustang in Chicago

Ford is set to unveil its 2013 Shelby GT500 Mustang at the Chicago Auto Show this week, and this year, it's going convertible.

5 Funniest Super Bowl XLVI Commercials

Super Bowl XLVI was a bit of a down year as far as funny ads go, but these five were winners.

5 Market-Moving Earnings Reports Analyzed

A follow-up on five noteworthy companies that recently reported earnings, including Ford and four health care companies.

Carmakers Are Cruising on Hot January Sales

They've picked up right where they left off in 2011. U.S. sales were up for almost every automaker -- except GM.

Chrysler Sales Skyrocket in January

Chrysler follows up a strong December and 2011 full-year report by announcing a 44% increase in U.S. sales for February.

5 Options Trades to Profit From Super Bowl Sunday

Your OptionsZone experts will be keeping a close eye on the big game (that’s how dedicated we are to you!), and we’ve got some predictions for the big winners of the day.