Episode 481 - Ford Hires Piaskowski, Nissan Doubles Down in China, Next BMW 6-Series?

Published: Sept. 20, 2010, 4:19 p.m.

Ford hires former Hyundai and Mercedes-Benz designer, Joel Piaskowski to head up all exterior design for Ford in the Americas. Nissan plans to nearly double its production in China to 1.2 million units. BMW is set to unveil what looks like a thinly disguised version of its next-generation 6 Series at the Paris Motor Show. All that and more, plus a look at a competition organized by Ward's Auto, to see which Detroit Three automaker has the best diesel engine for its heavy duty pickups.