Looking for a new car under $20,000? Good luck. Your choice has dwindled to just one vehicle

Detroit — Just five years ago, a price-conscious auto shopper in the United States could choose from among a dozen new small cars selling for under $20,000. Now, there’s just one: The Mitsubishi Mirage. And even the Mirage appears headed for the scrap yard. At a time when Americans increasingly want pricey SUVs and trucks… Continue reading Looking for a new car under $20,000? Good luck. Your choice has dwindled to just one vehicle

Fain to UAW members: No ‘scraps’ for us

Warren — Shawn Fain ended his speech to a crowd of cheering United Auto Workers with a promise: The race to the bottom ends Sept. 14. That is when the current contract between union workers at General Motors Co., Stellantis NV and Ford Motor Co. and the three automakers expires. Fain, UAW President, said negotiations… Continue reading Fain to UAW members: No ‘scraps’ for us

Livengood: Flimsy window tint law enforcement lets some drivers skate on cellphone ban

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UAW rally emphasizes the power of the members

The Detroit News UAW International President Shawn Fain speaks at the UAW rally at Region 1 headquarters in Warren, Mich. on Aug. 20, 2023. Robin Buckson, The Detroit News Local 228 member Nalesha Carter, 55, right, of Sterling Heights cheers during the remarks by UAW International President Shawn Fain at the UAW rally at Region… Continue reading UAW rally emphasizes the power of the members

Dream Cruise 2023: Top sights on Woodward

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Nissan recalling more than 236,000 cars to fix a problem that can cause loss of steering control

Detroit – Nissan is recalling more than 236,000 small cars in the U.S. because the tie rods in front suspension can bend and break, possibly causing drivers to lose steering control. The recall covers certain Sentra compact cars from the 2020 through 2022 model years. Tie rods help vehicles move the wheels for steering. Nissan… Continue reading Nissan recalling more than 236,000 cars to fix a problem that can cause loss of steering control

GM’s Cruise autonomous vehicle unit agrees to cut fleet in half after 2 crashes in San Francisco

General Motors’ Cruise autonomous vehicle unit has agreed to cut its fleet of San Francisco robotaxis in half as authorities investigate two recent crashes in the city. The state Department of Motor Vehicles asked for the reduction after a Cruise vehicle without a human driver collided with an unspecified emergency vehicle on Thursday. “The DMV… Continue reading GM’s Cruise autonomous vehicle unit agrees to cut fleet in half after 2 crashes in San Francisco

Dream Cruise 2023: Classic cars and their fans take over Woodward

Under clear blue skies, classic car lovers are living the dream on Woodward, with the 28th annual Dream Cruise in full swing Saturday from Ferndale to Pontiac. Here are some of the sights (and sounds) from Metro Detroit’s yearly celebration of car culture, Motown muscle and the region’s rich automotive heritage. Long live the 300… Continue reading Dream Cruise 2023: Classic cars and their fans take over Woodward

Jay Leno gets his “Last Call” Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170

Jay Leno gets his “Last Call” Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 News Sports Autos Business Michigan Life + Home Entertainment Opinion Obituaries Dodge CEO Tim Kuniskis presents the comedian and car aficionado with his 1,025-horsepower Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 during the Dream Cruise. The Detroit News Watch Next   © 2023 www.detroitnews.com. All rights reserved.… Continue reading Jay Leno gets his “Last Call” Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170