Category: US Motoring Press

New Mercedes-AMG GLC tops range with 670bhp and 752lb ft

The new Mercedes-AMG GLC has been revealed, with new design updates, improved interior technology and a 671bhp hybrid-powered range-topper for the first time.  Set to go on sale in the coming months, the new Mercedes-AMG GLC will be positioned above the GLC Coupé, which opens for order this month in the UK.  The entry-level Mercedes-AMG GLC… Continue reading New Mercedes-AMG GLC tops range with 670bhp and 752lb ft

GM to add 3rd shift to Lansing plant as it expands SUV production

General Motors anticipates big sales for its midsize SUVs so it will be adding a third shift at its Lansing Delta Township Assembly plant, making it the first time it will run on three shifts since 2017. The third shift will come online sometime next year, Scott Bell, Chevrolet vice president, told the news media… Continue reading GM to add 3rd shift to Lansing plant as it expands SUV production

Ford slashes price of all-electric F-150 Lightning trucks

The price of the all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning is being slashed dramatically and effective immediately, Ford Motor Co. announced Monday. “Ford is taking advantage of increased plant capacity, continued work on scaling production and cost, and improving battery raw material costs,” Ford said in its news release. The factory that builds the Lightning, the Rouge… Continue reading Ford slashes price of all-electric F-150 Lightning trucks

GM unveils redesigned 2024 Chevy Traverse with more power, bigger technology, bold look

General Motors revealed a redesigned 2024 Chevrolet Traverse midsize SUV on Monday, saying it has more “SUV-like” proportions, additional family safety features and an all-new engine with higher horsepower and torque. GM unveiled the SUV at the plant where it is assembled: Lansing Delta Township Assembly. Company leaders believe the new Traverse gives the brand… Continue reading GM unveils redesigned 2024 Chevy Traverse with more power, bigger technology, bold look

Ford Slashes Price of Electric F-150 Lightning as Demand Weakens

After struggling to find enough batteries and other parts for the past couple of years, automakers are finally beginning to churn out large numbers of electric cars and trucks. More than 30 new models will arrive in showrooms this year. What they need now are more customers. While sales of electric vehicles are increasing —… Continue reading Ford Slashes Price of Electric F-150 Lightning as Demand Weakens

Here are the questions we have for Ford and its CEO Jim Farley about their latest EV price cuts

We’re raising our eyebrows at Ford ‘s (F) new price cuts on its popular electric pick-up truck. The move appears to challenge the automaker’s claims that the F-150 Lightning is in high demand. Ford announced Monday it will cut prices on the Lightning between 7% and 17% depending on the model. The base, which was… Continue reading Here are the questions we have for Ford and its CEO Jim Farley about their latest EV price cuts

GM redesigns Chevy Traverse crossover, adds hands-free driving technology

2024 Chevrolet Traverse LANSING, Mich. – General Motors on Monday revealed a redesigned version of its popular Chevrolet Traverse crossover with a more truck-like appearance that the company hopes will attract new buyers. The 2024 Chevy Traverse’s exterior features a more sculptured design than the smoother outgoing model. It also adds an off-road-inspired Z71 model… Continue reading GM redesigns Chevy Traverse crossover, adds hands-free driving technology

Elizabeth Warren urges SEC to investigate Tesla over Twitter ties, corporate governance

Electric car maker Tesla CEO Elon Musk meets with French Minister for the Economy and Finances Bruno Le Maire on the sidelines of the 6th edition of the “Choose France” Summit at the Chateau de Versailles, outside Paris on May 15, 2023. Ludovic Marin | Pool | Via Reuters Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., sent a letter… Continue reading Elizabeth Warren urges SEC to investigate Tesla over Twitter ties, corporate governance

Ford cuts prices on its electric F-150 Lightning pickups by as much as $10,000

A Ford F-150 Lightning on display at the New York Auto Show, April 13, 2022. Scott Mlyn | CNBC Ford Motor on Monday cut prices for its electric F-150 Lightning pickup, saying its efforts to boost production and lower costs for battery minerals have paid off. Ford said prices for some of the least expensive… Continue reading Ford cuts prices on its electric F-150 Lightning pickups by as much as $10,000