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GM halts production at DMAX engine plant in Moraine, Ohio after shooting
General Motors said Friday that production of its diesel engines at a DMAX factory in Ohio will stop in the wake of a fatal shooting Thursday night. The DMAX Ltd. factory, located in Moraine, which is about 5 miles south of Dayton, is a wholly owned subsidiary of GM. It makes the Duramax 6.6L V-8… Continue reading GM halts production at DMAX engine plant in Moraine, Ohio after shooting
GM just electrified truck wars with announced Silverado EV’s estimated range
The electric version of truck wars just got a jolt with the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV work truck. General Motors’ newly named president of North America, Rory Harvey, said Friday that the Chevrolet Silverado EV work truck will get a whopping range of 450 miles on a full charge. That range will top the Ford… Continue reading GM just electrified truck wars with announced Silverado EV’s estimated range
How the UAW’s new top bargainer’s life story shaped his negotiation style and agenda
This content is only available to subscribers. Get unlimited digital access. $1 for the first 3 months. Subscribe Now Your subscription supports: Exclusive investigative reporting that fights for the truth, exposes corruption and gives voice to the voiceless all across Michigan. Comprehensive coverage of Michigan’s auto industry, including in-depth analysis of Ford, GM, and Stellantis’… Continue reading How the UAW’s new top bargainer’s life story shaped his negotiation style and agenda
GM has 15 EVs in lineup for China: Here’s why they won’t work in the US
This content is only available to subscribers. Get unlimited digital access. $1 for the first 3 months. Subscribe Now Your subscription supports: Exclusive investigative reporting that fights for the truth, exposes corruption and gives voice to the voiceless all across Michigan. Comprehensive coverage of Michigan’s auto industry, including in-depth analysis of Ford, GM, and Stellantis’… Continue reading GM has 15 EVs in lineup for China: Here’s why they won’t work in the US
Mother, daughter are rare team building Ford F-150 Lightning as plant expands
While the all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning has made headlines around the world, few people know of the mother-daughter team inside the Rouge factory that builds the popular pickup truck — women who carry on a family tradition that reflects generations of hard work on the production floor. “It’s important when you do have generations working… Continue reading Mother, daughter are rare team building Ford F-150 Lightning as plant expands
Stellantis, Canadian government in dispute over battery plant commitments
Unifor, the union representing Canadian autoworkers, is pressing for swift government action after Jeep- and Chrysler-parent Stellantis said it had halted construction at an electric vehicle battery plant in Windsor over a dispute related to subsidies for the almost $4 billion project. Unifor National President Lana Payne painted the situation in stark terms in a… Continue reading Stellantis, Canadian government in dispute over battery plant commitments
Ford, GM, FCA discounts on new vehicles, leases: Rules for employees, family, friends
The employee discount for workers at General Motors, Ford and FCA US, which is Stellantis, might be the most beloved perk for their family members. It’s practically part of Michigan’s culture since the state is filled with autoworkers. Traditionally, when you need a new vehicle or lease, you give your relative a call, get the… Continue reading Ford, GM, FCA discounts on new vehicles, leases: Rules for employees, family, friends
2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale has different look, feel, performance than other luxury vehicles
Italy is not Japan, Germany or Detroit. Pasta aglio e olio is not sushi, sausage or a salmon steak. At the simplest level, that’s why the 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale luxury SUV’s arrival is so welcome: It’s the different recipe for a modern luxury vehicle’s look, feel and performance, prepared in a different style than… Continue reading 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale has different look, feel, performance than other luxury vehicles
Ford Mustang engineer suggests replacing Mother’s Day brunch with a little adventure
Mother’s Day means flowers or brunch or a day that starts in church for many people. But Laurie Transou, chief engineer of the Mustang program, wants moms to think outside the box. So she and her daughter, Claire Wojan, of Northville, videotaped a message to moms everywhere: Try something new. Try something different. Try a… Continue reading Ford Mustang engineer suggests replacing Mother’s Day brunch with a little adventure