Carvana seeks temporary restraining order against Michigan after license suspension

Online used-car retailer Carvana is seeking a temporary restraining order against the state of Michigan after the Secretary of State’s office moved to suspend and revoke its license over no-title complaints from consumers. The Arizona-based company said in a statement Friday that it filed the motion in the state Court of Claims this week in… Continue reading Carvana seeks temporary restraining order against Michigan after license suspension

Jeep maker settles with California air regulators over emissions test violations

The maker of Jeep, Ram and Dodge vehicles has agreed to settle violations of air-quality regulations in California for $5.6 million, the California Air Resources Board said Friday. It’s CARB’s second enforcement action in four years against FCA US LLC, which is the North American business of Stellantis NV. The violations affected more than 30,000… Continue reading Jeep maker settles with California air regulators over emissions test violations

UAW slams Hyundai, Kia for ties to supplier in child-labor case

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Supply woes: Corvette production down next week

General Motors Co. is halting production next week of the 2023 Corvette Stingray and Corvette Z06 at its Bowling Green, Kentucky, plant for an unspecified parts constraint not related to the ongoing semiconductor shortage. “Our supply chain, manufacturing and engineering teams are working closely with our supply base to mitigate any further impact on production… Continue reading Supply woes: Corvette production down next week

Payne: L-yeah. Family-friendly Jeep Wagoneer L explores America’s frontier

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Stellantis to cut shift at Warren plant that makes Jeep Wagoneer, Ram Classic

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UAW members claim voting rights violation ahead of first direct election

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Ford to open R&D center in Atlanta in bid to attract tech talent

Ford Motor Co. on Thursday announced it is opening a new research and development center in Atlanta, a move the automaker said is aimed at building a pipeline of software experts by tapping into the city’s diverse pool of tech talent. The Ford Atlanta Research and Innovation Center, or FARIC, joins R&D facilities Ford already… Continue reading Ford to open R&D center in Atlanta in bid to attract tech talent

Revealed: 2024 Chevy Trax gains style and features, drops price and a cylinder

Buying a new car is a difficult experience these days with inventory scarce and average sticker prices pushing $50,000. It’s tough to find a bargain. Chevrolet hopes to buck the trend with its all-new, 2024, entry-level Trax SUV. The new model debuts at $21,4951 — nearly a grand less than the current model — while… Continue reading Revealed: 2024 Chevy Trax gains style and features, drops price and a cylinder

GM expands benefits eligibility for U.S. domestic partners

General Motors Co. is expanding benefits eligibility for U.S. salaried employees to include their opposite-sex domestic partners, starting Jan. 1, 2023. The benefits include medical, dental and vision. The automaker already offers benefits to domestic partners and their children in more than a dozen countries. GM is working on expanding this globally in 2023. “Achieving… Continue reading GM expands benefits eligibility for U.S. domestic partners