Barbara McClellan

Barbara McClellan has covered the international auto industry for Ward's since 1997, specializing in business strategy, with extensive travel throughout Asia. She also writes about alternative fuels and environmental issues. Barbara currently is the Editor of WardsAuto.com.

Posts by Barbara McClellan

by Barbara McClellan in Barbara McClellan's Blog Feb. 23, 2012

General Motors-PSA Euro Talks Tip of Iceberg?

The debt-ridden eurozone should be a no-fly zone for global auto makers looking to shore up their bottom lines. And post-bankruptcy GM should be....More

by Barbara McClellan in Barbara McClellan's Blog Aug. 31, 2011

Sexy Concepts Seduce Car Lovers With Premium Promise

Can’t wait for industry reaction to Ford’s Evos concept car at the Frankfurt auto show next month. From the photos,....More

by Barbara McClellan in Barbara McClellan's Blog Oct. 21, 2010

Major Auto Makers Find Solace, Risks in Emerging Markets

Putting together Ward’s annual state of the international industry package, posted this week on our website, at times....More

by Barbara McClellan in Barbara McClellan's Blog Sep. 21, 2010

GM Would Benefit From Chinese Partner’s IPO Investment

The U.S. Treasury is hoping for the greatest bang for the buck from General Motors’ upcoming initial public offering as....More

by Barbara McClellan in Barbara McClellan's Blog Jul. 30, 2010

Obama Should Travel Michigan's North Country to Gauge Vehicle Needs

President Obama appears to be on a regular milk run to Michigan this summer. He’s visiting Detroit today to tour....More

by Barbara McClellan in Barbara McClellan's Blog Jun. 10, 2010

Chevy Shorthand: Like a Rock

I’m sending $10 to Alan Batey, vice president for Chevy sales and service, as a down payment. Not for a car, but....More

by Barbara McClellan in Barbara McClellan's Blog Jun. 4, 2010

GM’s Tiger Salute Perfect Pitch

General Motors hit a homerun this week, awarding Detroit Tigers pitcher Armando Galarraga a shiny red ’10 Corvette....More

by Barbara McClellan in Barbara McClellan's Blog May. 25, 2010

So Many Crises Bubbling, So Little Time

The world has the jitters, and that can’t be good for the global auto industry, which suffers whenever there’s a lack....More

by Barbara McClellan in Barbara McClellan's Blog Apr. 27, 2010

Sizzling China Auto Show Peek at Future Global Products

All roads lead to Beijing this week as global auto makers strut their stuff in the world’s largest vehicle market and....More

by Barbara McClellan in Barbara McClellan's Blog Mar. 22, 2010

Chevrolet Taking No Prisoners in Building Global Brand Recognition

General Motors is leveraging its global operations to further promote the Chevrolet brand worldwide, and this is both....More