Since the natural disasters in Japan, many global markets have been hit by shortages in the supply chain, particularly companies with factories in Japan. But some industries have been hit harder than others.

"CarCast" host Adam Carolla discusses why he thinks used cars are the way to go and offers his thoughts on a certain public radio car talk show.

Now consumers can compare, say, a hybrid with a regular gas-powered car. And see how much fuel or electricity it takes to drive 100 miles.

A panel created to review Toyota's operations released a report criticizing the company's lack of global oversight after millions of safety recalls. And Ford Motor said it will try to sell more cars in the Japanese domestic market.

VW opens a $1 billion plant in Chattanooga, as it seeks to triple U.S. sales and outsell GM and Toyota globally.

The Chattanooga plant will open its doors tomorrow, bringing nearly 2,000 new jobs to Tennessee, but with employees receiving less in wages and benefits than from U.S. carmakers.

The automaker is expected to announce today that it has reached a deal to refinance its debt. Chrysler is expected to repay the $7.5 billion in government loans early next week.

The automaker plans to pay back the $6 billion in U.S. government loans by May 24 to strengthen the automaker's financial position.

In the past decade, changes in technology and materials in the auto industry have led to a shift in the kinds of jobs available in the sector.

The world's largest car marker said its fourth-quarter profit slumped 77 percent after the devastating earthquake in Japan halted production.