Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 22, 2022

My main job is to look after all of Automotive News Europe’s monthly digital products, so at any time I’m working one to two months ahead. What is the top trend you’re covering or interested in right now? I’ve been with Automotive News Europe since 2003. What’s the top story you’re working on right now?

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JULY 20, 2023

While January seems a long way off, it’s not if you’re an automotive or mobility communicator participating in CES 2024. Data from the CES 2023 show is one source of information that can provide some useful insight to the automotive and mobility technology companies looking to maximize their ROI with PR at CES 2024.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Jerry Hirsch is the technology and innovation editor at Automotive News. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? Describe the craziest or most fun story you have written. EV battery materials plant in S.C.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Is media relations dead? In fact, a recent article in the BusinessWire Blog called Media Outlet Availability on PR Efforts , by Christopher S. Penn, Chief Data Scientist with TrustInsights.ai, cites some revealing statistics about the shrinking number of media outlets and the challenge for PR and media relations.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

As we focus primarily on automotive and mobility public relations, we identified a few trends among what our visitors saw as our most popular posts. Automotive & Tech Suppliers Abound at CES 2023 2. CES 2023 Public Relations Facts Auto Tech & Mobility Suppliers Should Know 3.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Award-winning automotive journalist Gary Witzenburg has been writing about automobiles, auto people and the auto industry for 33 years. Navy officer, auto engineer, race driver and advanced technology vehicle development manager who has authored eight automotive books. Meet the Media: Craig Cole, Road Test Editor at Roadshow by CNET.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2021

It’s no secret that the automotive industry is facing more change – and disruption – than at any other time in its history. The trends of electrified, connected, autonomous and shared vehicles are rapidly changing the game … not only for automakers but also for the entire vehicle technology supply chain ecosystem.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 3, 2021

I’m a freelance automotive journalist with a focus on new vehicles, technology and how the two come together to create the cars we love to drive. I also speak to all things automotive at conferences and as co-host of the Wheel Bearings podcast. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now?

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Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

I cover the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles beat for Automotive News. My other areas of focus are marketing and diversity-related issues, mainly around the development of the minority dealer base. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? I’ve written a lot of fun stories at Automotive News.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Kristen Strakalaitis is the morning host of First Shift at Automotive News. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? You might also be interested in: Countdown to CES 2023: Top 7 PR Lessons for Mobility and Automotive Suppliers. Meet the Media: Scotty Reiss, Founder of A Girls Guide to Cars.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

I’m a reporter with Automotive News covering suppliers and electric vehicles. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? It’s on everyone’s radar now, but I’m extremely interested in the shift to EVs and the way traditional automotive companies and start-ups are adapting to it.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 5, 2021

I’m the web editor for Automotive News , supervising all breaking news content on autonews.com. I work closely with our publisher, Jason Stein, about a strategic vision for the kind of journalists and newsroom culture we want for Automotive News. I have supervised the Automotive News collegiate internship program since 2007.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Based on our 30+ years of PR experience, many of those supporting automotive clients at CES, we’ve identified several key media relations facts, challenges your company could face and the opportunities that could potentially surround them: Even with millions of square feet of CES exhibit space, it goes fast.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JANUARY 11, 2021

Please provide your job title and media outlet(s), as well as a brief description of your duties: I’m a freelance writer with a focus on electric vehicles and other alternative powertrains. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? Finish this sentence: If I am not reporting, I am ….

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Bianchi Biz Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2022

While our blog is focused on the automotive and mobility public relations space, we found a few trending topics in our most popular posts. Here are the top 10 most visited blog posts on our site for 2022: 2022’s Top 13 Podcasts for Automotive & Mobility Technology Suppliers. Are You a Bad Client? Listen for Yourself.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JULY 21, 2022

CES 2023 will be one of the most competitive trade shows we’ve seen in our 30 years of doing business-to-business public relations. Challenge: With such a large group of exhibitors, automotive suppliers and mobility technology providers face intense competition for journalists’ attention. in person and 40.1K digitally).

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Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? Since I have made the switch to covering parts suppliers and distributors in the automotive aftermarket, supply chain, M&A trends and sustainability are on my radar. Lastly, the automotive aftermarket is figuring out how to prepare for EVs.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Though our content is focused sharply on the automotive/mobility PR space and, hence, a very limited audience, our trending topic posts each typically saw several hundred visitors. Is Media Relations Dead? You might also be interested in: Top 10 Meet the Media Profiles of 2021. The Best PR Agency RFP is No RFP.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Key Takeaway: If they haven’t already, brands should adjust their expectations for earned media. Those companies and agencies that engage in media relations regularly most likely have a good sense of the landscape. Another trade-specific trend was these outlets increased openness to contributed articles.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Please provide your job title and media outlet(s), as well as a brief description of your duties: Automotive Reporter, Detroit Free Press. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? The post Meet the Media: Eric D. I’ve been at the Free Press for more than 12 years.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MARCH 6, 2023

I’m Craig Cole, senior editor at EV Pulse, a site dedicated to covering electric and electrified vehicles as well as alternative fuels and future automotive technology. I’ve been in this position for almost a year now, though I have been a full-time automotive journalist for 16 years.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 19, 2021

Making its return to Las Vegas as an in-person (as well as digital) event, CES 2022 will undoubtedly continue to be one of the most competitive trade shows we’ve seen in our nearly 30 years of doing business-to-business public relations This fact about hyper-competition is true for both journalists and exhibitors alike.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? I spent 20 years in media relations at General Motors between two journalism careers. I do not typically write about cars or passenger vehicle trends. FreightWaves is a 5-year-old startup based in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JULY 10, 2023

I also consult on audience and editorial strategies for a few startup publications in the tech and automotive spaces. (If Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? I’m interested in the zero-emission, digital transformation of the automotive industry and the future of how we get around.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 31, 2023

These podcasts range widely in length and topic focus, but together, they can keep supplier executives informed on the latest industry news, technologies and trends. Heavy Duty Trucking’s editorial team brings you expert insights and interviews industry professionals to discuss the latest news, trends and technology.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 9, 2021

Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? I’m proud of my reporting for Automotive News on the supply chain production halts and ramp up early in the pandemic in spring 2020. You might also be interested in: Bianchi PR’s Meet the Media Recap. The post Meet the Media: Alexa St.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

I’m the founder of A Girls Guide to Cars , the leading automotive site written for women. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? Now, in addition to writing and shooting video, I have the pleasure of working with more than 40 female writers, most of them new to automotive.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2021

But early indication looks to be positive, especially for automotive and mobility companies. The audited data from the virtual CES2021 show offered a number of data points that may be helpful to the automotive and mobility technology companies who plan to leverage PR at CES2022. opens up as COVID19 vaccinations continue.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? I’m a Senior Reporter at InsideEVs. Before that, I covered the auto industry for Business Insider. I cover the future of the auto industry, which in my biased opinion is one of the most important tech stories of our time.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 29, 2023

9-12, 2024, CES, which has become one of the most important automotive industry shows in the world, brings together manufacturers, developers and suppliers of consumer technology, content, technology delivery systems and more to address the industry’s biggest challenges. Taking place Jan. Start planning today!

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Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Issues and Trends are the ‘Secret Sauce’. The second PR success factor is to get (and stay up-to-speed on the key and emerging issues and trends that impact your company, your clients or your industry in general. You might also be interested in: The Number One PR Hack for Automotive Vehicle Tech Suppliers. Author: Jim Bianchi.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 17, 2023

I also write the occasional story for our Automotive Engineering and ADAS & Autonomous Vehicle Engineering magazines. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now?

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Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? But I’m also a car guy, a realist, and an automotive analyst. I am the editor, publisher, and writer at Green Car Journal and GreenCarJournal.com. I also write for other publications and business clients as time allows. Talk about a dream job!

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JANUARY 20, 2022

They not only want big and bold ideas, but they want an agency that listens, is responsive, knows the issues and trends in their space, has a reputation as a thought leader in their market, and that can help them get to market faster. 7 Myths of Automotive Supplier and Vehicle Technology PR. More efficient. More reliable.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

I manage the day-to-day operations of WardAuto.com, writing and editing articles for the publication that traces its roots to 1924 as a source of automotive industry news, data and insight. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now?

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Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? More recently, I am having fun covering the various electrification efforts sure to transform the automotive industry. For something automotive specific, covering the Hyundai Elevate was a great way to look at what’s possible. Meet the Media: Eric D.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2021

David Sickels is the editor of The Buzz and senior editor of Tire Review & Fleet Equipment at Babcox Media. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? You really have to try to not have fun when writing about the automotive industry. You can follow The Buzz on Instagram here: @thebuzzev.

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