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GM’s BrightDrop acquires AI tech from startup
BrightDrop, General Motors Co.’s new business focused on electric delivery vehicles, is acquiring fleet optimization software from Marain, the company said Friday. BrightDrop plans to use Marain’s artificial intelligence-powered fleet optimization software for its products to develop solutions for fleet customers. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Using advanced AI and machine learning technologies… Continue reading GM’s BrightDrop acquires AI tech from startup
Costs rose again in May for car owners and buyers — and it might not change soon
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Digital license plates go on sale in Michigan. Here’s what they offer
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Tesla faces demand for union-rights proposal at annual meeting
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Suit settled over mechanic’s death at Rochester Hills dealership
A settlement has been reached in a wrongful death lawsuit against the owner of a Jeep Wrangler whose vehicle being controlled by a technician in the service center of a Rochester Hills dealership struck and killed another mechanic, the attorney for the family of the deceased confirmed Friday. Terms of the agreement in the civil case aren’t being… Continue reading Suit settled over mechanic’s death at Rochester Hills dealership
North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year contenders released
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Teslas with Autopilot a step closer to recall after wrecks
Detroit — Teslas with partially automated driving systems are a step closer to being recalled after the U.S. elevated its investigation into a series of collisions with parked emergency vehicles or trucks with warning signs. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Thursday that it is upgrading the Tesla probe to an engineering analysis, another sign… Continue reading Teslas with Autopilot a step closer to recall after wrecks
Detroit artist chosen to paint huge mural at Jeep plant
Detroit — Detroit artist Hubert Massey will lead the creation a large mural on a sound barrier outside the new Jeep plant, automaker Stellantis NV said Thursday. A virtual community will be held Wednesday for residents to provide input and ideas. The art piece will be on the wall outside the $1.6 billion Mack Assembly Plant… Continue reading Detroit artist chosen to paint huge mural at Jeep plant
Gas prices rising toward $5 a gallon in US; record in UK
Dallas – The average price that Americans pay for a gallon of gasoline is closing in on $5, an unwelcome milestone and another drain on the wallets of consumers who are paying more for many other essentials too. AAA said the nationwide average for regular on Thursday was $4.97 a gallon, up a quarter in… Continue reading Gas prices rising toward $5 a gallon in US; record in UK