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Hundreds of Chryslers were saved from 1920s shipwreck in Michigan’s U.P.
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Detroit business thriving thanks to candle-making classes, vegan soaps
Candle-making classes at She’s Home Soaptique have become very popular. So popular in fact that Detroit entrepreneur Wanda Curdez had to make a change — she had to move some of her manufacturing back home to make a space that could accommodate the growing classes of instant artisans. Enveloped in the aroma of earthy, fruity… Continue reading Detroit business thriving thanks to candle-making classes, vegan soaps
3rd air bag death prompts warning to drivers of older Chrysler, Dodge vehicles
Stellantis and federal regulators say a third person has died in a crash involving an older Chrysler or Dodge vehicle as a result of an exploding Takata air bag, prompting an urgent warning that owners not drive those vehicles until they’re repaired. The latest fatality involved a 2010 Chrysler 300 and a ruptured driver’s side… Continue reading 3rd air bag death prompts warning to drivers of older Chrysler, Dodge vehicles
Kia’s 576-hp EV6 GT could teach Ford and Porsche a thing or two
What is it? 2023 Kia EV6 GT. High-performance, all-wheel-drive electric wagon/SUV. How much? Base price $61,400, excluding $1,295 destination charge. Why should you consider it? Value, performance, fast-charging electric system. What could be better? Puny 206-mile range. At this price, seats should have more adjustments, memory. When can you buy it? On sale December 2022.… Continue reading Kia’s 576-hp EV6 GT could teach Ford and Porsche a thing or two
Innovation drives family-owned auto company’s 100-year run
After a century as one of the world’s leading makers of convertible tops, family-owned manufacturer Haartz Corp. produces materials founder John C. Haartz might not have been able to imagine, but the company’s essential principles haven’t changed much, to hear CEO Eric Haartz describe it. “We’ve always had an inclination to innovate. Otherwise, you fossilize… Continue reading Innovation drives family-owned auto company’s 100-year run
Ford: Mustang Dark Horse to be most-powerful non-Shelby edition
Ford is promising more horses for its gas-powered pony car with the 2024 Mustang Dark Horse. The Dearborn automaker said Thursday that the specially modified fourth-generation Coyote V8 in the upcoming Dark Horse would deliver 500 horsepower and 418 pound-feet of torque, making it the most powerful non-Shelby Mustang edition to date. “Mustang has always… Continue reading Ford: Mustang Dark Horse to be most-powerful non-Shelby edition
2023 Toyota Prius hybrid feels familiar despite added power, new looks
What is it? 2023 Toyota Prius front- or all-wheel-drive, five-passenger hybrid hatchback. Why should you consider it? It’s the car that began the electric revolution, adds power. How much will it cost? Base price $27,450, excluding $1,095 destination charge. When can you buy it? January. DEL MAR, California – The 2023 Toyota Prius hybrid will… Continue reading 2023 Toyota Prius hybrid feels familiar despite added power, new looks
Ram Trucks recall aims to prevent cargo spilling onto roads
Stellantis is recalling approximately 1.4 million Ram pickups worldwide because of a tailgate issue that could send unsecured cargo spilling onto the roadways. The automaker, which also owns the Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge and Fiat brands, said in a news release Tuesday that a routine review of customers records led to a company investigation that found… Continue reading Ram Trucks recall aims to prevent cargo spilling onto roads
MotorTrend calls F-150 Lightning best truck Ford’s ever made
The Ford F-150 Lightning is the kind of truck that will make the electric vehicle revolution work for just about everyone, according to MotorTrend. That’s part of the reason why the Dearborn automaker’s electric pickup has been named the publication’s 2023 Truck of the Year. The Lightning also marks a major achievement for Ford, according… Continue reading MotorTrend calls F-150 Lightning best truck Ford’s ever made