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GM digs into mining business to lead race for EV metals
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AutoNation expects used-car price drop as volumes recover
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Ford saddles up Bronco to ride in the Super Bowl of American off-road racing
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Republicans request federal reviews of Michigan battery projects
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Ford only Detroit automaker to make Consumer Reports’ ‘Top Picks’ list
Ford Motor Co. is once again the only Detroit automaker to make this year’s “Top Picks” list released Thursday by Consumer Reports. The Dearborn automaker made the cut this year with its Maverick Hybrid compact truck. Last year, Ford’s electric Mustang Mach-E made the list. No Detroit Three vehicles made the list in 2021. Consumer… Continue reading Ford only Detroit automaker to make Consumer Reports’ ‘Top Picks’ list
Buick unveils refreshed Encore GX ahead of brand’s EV transition
Buick, General Motors Co.’s oldest brand, is reinventing itself starting with the 2024 Encore GX small SUV revealed Thursday as the first Buick in North America to sport the brand’s new tri-shield logo and front-end styling first seen on the Wildcat electric vehicle concept. The updated Encore GX will also come in Buick’s highest luxury… Continue reading Buick unveils refreshed Encore GX ahead of brand’s EV transition
Ford F-150 Lightning fire prompts production halt
Ford Motor Co. confirmed Wednesday that a vehicle fire prompted a production stoppage on the all-electric F-150 Lightning. The Dearborn automaker also said Wednesday it will keep production of the electric pickup truck down through at least the end of next week as it continues to probe the issue. The Detroit Free Press first reported… Continue reading Ford F-150 Lightning fire prompts production halt
Tesla recalls cars with ‘Full Self-Driving’ to fix flaws in behavior
Detroit — U.S. safety regulators have pressured Tesla into recalling nearly 363,000 vehicles with its “Full Self-Driving” system because it misbehaves around intersections and doesn’t always follow speed limits. The recall, part of part of a larger investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration into Tesla’s automated driving systems, is the most serious action… Continue reading Tesla recalls cars with ‘Full Self-Driving’ to fix flaws in behavior
Rubio demands Biden investigate Ford’s deal with Chinese battery maker
Washington — Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, is asking the Biden administration to investigate Ford Motor Co.’s plans to build a $3.5 billion battery plant in Marshall and to withhold any federal aid that may benefit the Chinese company it is licensing technology from. It is the latest reflection of how ongoing political and economic tension… Continue reading Rubio demands Biden investigate Ford’s deal with Chinese battery maker