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GM reports revenue and income surge, but challenges remain

General Motors released its third-quarter earnings results Tuesday. Here are the key takeaways: The quarter in a snapshot The automaker that owns the Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac brands reported a $15 billiongain in revenue to $42 billion compared with the year-ago quarter as parts constraints loosened and new-vehicle inventory improved. GM said its net… Continue reading GM reports revenue and income surge, but challenges remain

2023 Toyota Crown returns to US lineup with familiar shape, but 1 feature feels intrusive

The 2023 Toyota Crown is a security blanket disguised as a large sedan, a reassuring automotive hug to drivers discomfited by heavy traffic and the shift from cars to SUVS.  Its familiar four-door profile and trunk hide a pair of SUVs’ most popular characteristics — all-wheel drive for slippery roads and 4.1 inches more height… Continue reading 2023 Toyota Crown returns to US lineup with familiar shape, but 1 feature feels intrusive

Woman killed in forklift crash at supplier to Detroit Three

A 25-year-old New Haven woman has been killed in a forklift crash at a Sterling Heights auto supplier plant, according to police. The body of the woman, whose name has not been released, was at the Macomb County Medical Examiner’s Office, awaiting an autopsy Monday afternoon, according to staff there. The woman was driving a… Continue reading Woman killed in forklift crash at supplier to Detroit Three

2023 Ram 2500 Rebel off-road pickup brings diesel power to backcountry workhorse

What is it: 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel pickup. Why should you consider it: Off-road capability with an optional diesel engine in a pickup that can tow up to 16,870. How much will it cost: Prices start at $67,045, excluding $1,895 destination charge. When can you buy it? On sale late 2022. PIONEERTOWN, California… Continue reading 2023 Ram 2500 Rebel off-road pickup brings diesel power to backcountry workhorse

GM to bring salaried workers back to office 3 days a week starting Jan. 30

General Motors has set the end of January as the time to start bringing U.S. salaried employees back to the office for at least three days a week, the Free Press has learned. Earlier this week, GM department heads started meeting with their teams to discuss the automaker’s plans to bring the workforce back to… Continue reading GM to bring salaried workers back to office 3 days a week starting Jan. 30

GM reveals $107K Sierra EV pickup — and Denali owners will get first dibs

On Thursday, General Motors revealed its latest electric vehicle destined for market in two years, the 2024 GMC Sierra electric light-duty pickup. GMC also opened the reservation bank for the pickup to the public. But days earlier, GMC offered owners of its luxury Denali trim-line vehicles an invitation to make the first reservations for the… Continue reading GM reveals $107K Sierra EV pickup — and Denali owners will get first dibs

2024 GMC Sierra EV pickup gets upscale features, new name for front trunk

GMC’s 2024 Sierra EV pickup will boast unique styling, 400-mile range and a raft of upscale features when it goes on sale early in 2024. Sierra’s four-wheel steering also will enable the sideways-shuffling “crab walk” for maneuvers in tight spaces off road and in Montessori parking lots. Plus it comes with some special features in… Continue reading 2024 GMC Sierra EV pickup gets upscale features, new name for front trunk

Judge denies Carvana request for temporary restraining order against Michigan

A Michigan Court of Claims judge has denied Carvana’s request that a temporary restraining order be granted against Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson for suspending its operations at its location in Novi. Earlier this month, state officials suspended the license of the Carvana dealership in Novi for “imminent harm to the public,” a claim… Continue reading Judge denies Carvana request for temporary restraining order against Michigan