What is American Auto about?

American Auto is a sitcom that premiered in December 2021 and concluded in April 2023. Set against the backdrop of Detroit's illustrious automotive industry, the series follows the leadership team of Payne Motors, a storied car manufacturer navigating through a period of transition and uncertainty. The plot thickens with the arrival of Katherine Hastings, a new CEO with a background in the pharmaceutical industry, whose lack of auto industry knowledge sets the stage for comedic turmoil. As Hastings attempts to steer the company to success, she is joined by an eclectic team including the company's creatively inclined CCO, Sadie Ryan, the entitled yet directionless Wesley Payne, and Jack Fordham, a dedicated former assembly-line worker. Together, the group confronts an array of modern automotive challenges such as image, innovation, and sustainability, while their personal and professional idiosyncrasies provide a rich source of humor and workplace dynamics. Through its two-season run on NBC, American Auto offered viewers a satirical glimpse into corporate America within the iconic realm of car manufacturing.

The first episode of American Auto aired on December 13, 2021 and the most recent episode to air was on April 18, 2023.