Ford CEO Jim Farley just hired a key executive who brings expertise that Farley learned during his years at Toyota. John Dion becomes chief transformation officer at Ford on April 3 “to drive its rigorous and relentless pursuit of high quality, simplicity and low costs,” the automaker announced Tuesday. Dion has experience using “kaizen-based Lean… Continue reading Ford hires John Dion as chief transformation officer to improve manufacturing quality
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All-new electric Ford Explorer isn’t coming to the US just yet
No, and no. The new all-electric Ford Explorer will not be sold in the U.S. And there are no immediate plans to do so. Ford announced plans Tuesday to build an electrified version of its iconic SUV for Europeans at the Ford Cologne EV Centre in Germany. The automaker touts the projects as a marriage… Continue reading All-new electric Ford Explorer isn’t coming to the US just yet
Dodge bids farewell to Hemi muscle cars with $96K Challenger SRT Demon 170
What is it? The last chapter in Dodge’s Hemi-powered muscle car era. Why should you consider it? As of Dec. 31, they literally won’t make ‘em like this anymore. Is this the end of fast, fun Dodges? Don’t be silly. The brand has already shown a Challenger-inspired electric muscle car. How much will it cost?… Continue reading Dodge bids farewell to Hemi muscle cars with $96K Challenger SRT Demon 170
Ford reveals new Explorer EV for the European market
Ford revealed the electric 2023 Explorer for Europe on March 21, 2023. Ford DETROIT — Ford Motor on Tuesday unveiled its first all-new electric vehicle exclusively for the European market and said it plans to leverage the well-known Explorer nameplate to gain traction. The EV crossover is part of Ford’s plans to transition its European… Continue reading Ford reveals new Explorer EV for the European market
Dodge resurrects controversial Challenger SRT Demon for final year of V8 muscle cars
2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 Dodge DETROIT — Dodge is resurrecting its controversial muscle car model, the Challenger SRT Demon, as a final special edition of the vehicle before production of the brand’s current V8 engine cars ends later this year. The limited-edition drag racing car will be the fastest, most powerful version of… Continue reading Dodge resurrects controversial Challenger SRT Demon for final year of V8 muscle cars
‘New sheriff in town:’ Fain’s plan for UAW comes into sharper focus as election continues
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China’s EV revolution shows grim future for Japan car titans
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UAW swears in Browning, Vicente as presidential race remains unclear
All of the members of the United Auto Workers’ 14-person International Executive Board now are in place except for the Detroit-based union’s president, with that race too close to call. The UAW on Tuesday swore in Chuck Browning to his second term as vice president and Daniel Vicente as director of Region 9, which covers… Continue reading UAW swears in Browning, Vicente as presidential race remains unclear
LaFontaine acquires Metro Detroit Chevrolet dealership
LaFontaine Automotive Group announced Tuesday its second acquisition of the year, a Chevrolet dealership in Plymouth, the latest instance of consolidation among Michigan auto sellers. The purchase of Lou LaRiche Chevrolet in Plymouth brings the largest family-owned dealer group in Michigan, LaFontaine Automotive Group, to 34 retail locations. Financial terms of the deal were not… Continue reading LaFontaine acquires Metro Detroit Chevrolet dealership
Biden administration aims to stop China, Russia from using chip funding
Washington — The U.S. Commerce Department released proposed guidelines Tuesday to prevent China, Russia, Iran and North Korea from benefitting from $52 billion in federal funding for semiconductor chip production. Companies receiving a portion of the funding won’t be allowed to use the funds for projects outside of the United States. Recipients will also be… Continue reading Biden administration aims to stop China, Russia from using chip funding