As families struggle to recover from deadly storms last week that flooded homes in eastern Kentucky, rescue workers will soon have Ford F-150 pickup trucks that provide much-needed power and transportation. “There’s 6- to 8-feet of floodwater in the homes,” said Air Force veteran William Porter of Team Rubicon, a nonprofit run by military veterans and first responders who run on-the-ground rescue missions for… Continue reading Ford sending trucks to power tools in flood-damaged Kentucky homes
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You’ll never see another luxury car like the one Bentley created for this charity
Some people cherish dogs so homely they become cute. The late iconic sports broadcaster Craig Sager felt that way about suits, and apparently luxury automaker Bentley feels that way about Sager, who died in December 2016 of acute myeloid leukemia. Bentley is revealing a — custom made? Garish? It’s in the eye of the beholder — Continental GT Speed convertible… Continue reading You’ll never see another luxury car like the one Bentley created for this charity
Past and future meet in spectacular 2022 Bentley Flying Spur plug-in hybrid sedan
The 2022 Bentley Flying Spur plug-in hybrid is a $210,000 declaration that the tradition-steeped brand will honor its century-old roots as the performance-driven luxury brand transitions from gasoline to electric power. Combining the latest powertrain technology with handcrafted luxury and topping it all with an LED-lit, motorized version of the Flying B hood ornament that… Continue reading Past and future meet in spectacular 2022 Bentley Flying Spur plug-in hybrid sedan
Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin join Whitmer’s Lake Michigan EV charging circuit
The states of Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin have signed an agreement with Michigan to add charging stations and boost electric vehicle use around Lake Michigan. The voluntary agreement moves an EV infrastructure initiative announced by the Whitmer administration in 2021 forward. The effort, known as the Lake Michigan Electric Vehicle Circuit Tour, is geared toward tourism,… Continue reading Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin join Whitmer’s Lake Michigan EV charging circuit
‘Bordering on unbelievable’: High demand for used vehicles turns your car into investment
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Stellantis sentenced in diesel emissions cheating case involving Jeep SUVs, Ram pickups
The U.S. operating arm of Chrysler parent Stellantis was ordered on Monday to pay about $300 million to settle the criminal portion of its diesel emissions cheating case involving Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs and Ram 1500 pickups. The dollar figure tracks with the amount listed in connection with the company’s guilty plea in June in U.S.… Continue reading Stellantis sentenced in diesel emissions cheating case involving Jeep SUVs, Ram pickups
Stellantis plans $83M investment at Dundee Engine plant for hybrid-electric models
The Dundee Engine Plant will be retooled to become the final assembly location for a new four-cylinder engine for two future hybrid-electric Stellantis models coming to North America, the company announced Monday. The plant, which is southwest of Detroit, will see an investment of $83 million, with engine production slated to begin in early 2025, according to a… Continue reading Stellantis plans $83M investment at Dundee Engine plant for hybrid-electric models
2023 Ford Maverick Tremor boasts off-road upgrades and tough looks for under $30K
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Toyota is studying his truck that has 1 million miles: What they want to learn
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Legendary Ford AutoGlow party returns with dancing, art after auto show charity preview
One of Detroit’s top parties returns Sept. 16, as the Ford AutoGlow — a tradition for decades — welcomes patrons of the North American International Auto Show’s charity preview to Ford Field. The Afterglow actually begins before the Charity Preview, with valet parking at Ford Field, pre-event drinks and hors d’oeuvres followed by private shuttles to the… Continue reading Legendary Ford AutoGlow party returns with dancing, art after auto show charity preview