US auto sales

Ford Motor Company reported a significant jump in profit for the third quarter, driven by strong sales of its vehicles. However, the automaker's outlook for the remainder of the year was dampened by a fire at an aluminum factory, which is expected to negatively impact profits in the final quarter....

In a timely boost to its sales, Tesla saw its car deliveries rise 7% in the quarter, largely driven by a surge in demand for electric vehicles in the United States. The uptick in sales came as Republicans in Congress voted to end a $7,500 federal tax credit for electric...