Behind The Wheel
- Tuesday, 24 Nov 2009 10:42 AM ETBy: Phil LeBeau
Remember the good old days? The days when auto shows were major events where an automaker could generate buzz with new models? Where you could see the public's appetite for new cars and trucks? Next week we'll see if auto shows still have the magical pull or if the pall over last years auto show season lingers into this year’s slate of shows. » Read more - Friday, 20 Nov 2009 10:31 AM ETBy: Phil LeBeau
We're now roughly a year away from the much hyped, much anticipated Chevy Volt going on sale and GM is starting to take the wraps off its extended range electric car. This week I was the first journalist to get an exclusive test drive of a Volt model similar to what we'll see in showrooms next year. » Read more - Thursday, 19 Nov 2009 9:24 AM ETBy: Phil LeBeau
As Chinese automaker Geely closes in on completing its purchase of Volvo from Ford, two things strike me; The lack of concern among those in the auto business and the lack of paranoia by those outside the industry. » Read more - Tuesday, 17 Nov 2009 9:47 AM ETBy: Phil LeBeau
Today Daimler is launching car2go in Austin, Texas. But make no mistake, this is just the start of automakers and rental car companies either jumping into or expanding their car sharing programs. » Read more - Monday, 16 Nov 2009 8:36 AM ETBy: Phil LeBeau
Almost 90 days after coming out of bankruptcy, General Motors is showing signs of getting healthy and moving closer to getting back in the black. And there's no doubt, the "new" GM is doing far better than the old GM. » Read more - Friday, 13 Nov 2009 9:50 AM ETBy: Phil LeBeau
Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn could not have been any clearer about how many people will buy electric vehicles 10 years from now. » Read more - Thursday, 12 Nov 2009 8:54 AM ETBy: Phil LeBeau
In the auto world, everyone is searching for the "Big Mo" - momentum. It's elusive and some of the best-laid plans rarely wind up producing it. But for three companies, the latest report from Kelley Blue Book shows Audi, Ford and Hyundai are generating more interest with potential buyers. » Read more - Wednesday, 11 Nov 2009 8:41 AM ETBy: Phil LeBeauIt stole the show at last year's auto show. Now the Cadillac Converj is getting the green light from General Motors. This is not only a smart move that could pay off over time for GM, but it also shows how far the auto maker has come in moving quicker when it comes to taking new models from concept to production. » Read more
ABOUT BEHIND THE WHEEL
Welcome to Behind the Wheel with Phil LeBeau. This is the place where you'll hear the latest about what is happening in the auto industry, and the reason why that news is so important. This is not the place to come if you are looking for cheerleader for one automaker over another. Phil won't wave the flag for any company, but he will let you know when he thinks someone is making the right moves, and when they've screwed up.
BIO
Philip J. LeBeau is a CNBC auto and airline industry reporter based at the network's Chicago bureau. Prior to joining CNBC, LeBeau served as a media relations specialist for Van Kampen Funds in Oak Brook Terrace, IL. While at Van Kampen, LeBeau held a Series 6 license for securities transactions. (Read full bio here)
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