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Automotive in the US: Growth sputters

Automotive in the US: Growth sputters

  • Auto loans defaults have been surging, putting a dent in credit lending and sales 
  • Swelling inventories contribute to declining profit margins for car manufacturers  
  • The US remains one of the global leaders in innovation, especially battery technology patents
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