Ford announces 3 senior executive departures, new quality chief

Ford Motor Co. announced Wednesday the departure of three senior executives and the promotion of a new quality chief in Jim Baumbick, a role critical to the future of the company. Baumbick, vice president of product development operations, cycle planning and internal combustion engine programs, will now take on the responsibility of improving the Dearborn… Continue reading Ford announces 3 senior executive departures, new quality chief

UAW Region 1 director violated election rule related to retaliation, monitor finds

The head of a key UAW region violated an election rule prohibiting retaliation against a union member seeking international office when he denied his opponent a pass to this summer’s UAW convention in Detroit, according to a copy of a letter obtained by the Free Press. The letter, dated Saturday, said that UAW Region 1… Continue reading UAW Region 1 director violated election rule related to retaliation, monitor finds

UAW Region 1 director violated election rule related to retaliation, monitor finds

The head of a key UAW region violated an election rule prohibiting retaliation against a union member seeking international office when he denied his opponent a pass to this summer’s UAW convention in Detroit, according to a copy of a letter obtained by the Free Press. The letter, dated Saturday, said that UAW Region 1… Continue reading UAW Region 1 director violated election rule related to retaliation, monitor finds

Ram 1500 electric truck concept unveiling moved to January

Ram Trucks fans will have to wait a little longer to see the concept version of the company’s planned electric pickup. The Stellantis brand said Tuesday it plans to unveil its Ram 1500 Revolution Battery Electric Vehicle Concept at CES 2023 in Las Vegas in January rather than on the eve of the LA Auto… Continue reading Ram 1500 electric truck concept unveiling moved to January

Ram 1500 electric truck concept unveiling moved to January

Ram Trucks fans will have to wait a little longer to see the concept version of the company’s planned electric pickup. The Stellantis brand said Tuesday it plans to unveil its Ram 1500 Revolution Battery Electric Vehicle Concept at CES 2023 in Las Vegas in January rather than on the eve of the LA Auto… Continue reading Ram 1500 electric truck concept unveiling moved to January

GM’s pause on paid Twitter ads considered ‘strategic move’

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Ford employees on Performance Enhancement Plan can now exit with severance package

No, Ford has not begun a new round of job cuts, the company told the Free Press on Monday. But the automaker with about 30,000 white collar workers in the U.S. has added a key update to its employee handbook for those who are struggling to meet their job goals. Ford has decided to sweeten… Continue reading Ford employees on Performance Enhancement Plan can now exit with severance package

2008 financial crisis steers Ford’s focus as it braces for 2023

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New models add style and features to 2023 Kia Telluride as prices rise

What is it? 2023 Kia Telluride three-row SUV, a family hauler with unexpected capability. Why should you consider it? New features, and a pair of trim levels with beefed up looks and more off-road and towing capability. How much will it cost? Prices range from $35,690 to $52,785, excluding $1,335 destination charge. When can you… Continue reading New models add style and features to 2023 Kia Telluride as prices rise