FCA moves Ram production to Mich., gives $2K bonuses

2017 Ram Power Wagon(Photo: FCA) Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV will invest $1 billion at its Warren Truck Assembly plant to bring production of its Ram Heavy Duty truck to the U.S. from Mexico. The company said Thursday the move will add 2,500 jobs in Metro Detroit by 2020, when the plant retooling is completed. The… Continue reading FCA moves Ram production to Mich., gives $2K bonuses

FCA Announces Plan to Invest More Than $1 Billion in Michigan Plant, Add 2,500 New Jobs

January 11, 2018 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – FCA announced today two actions made possible in part by the passage of U.S. tax reform legislation late last year — an additional investment in its U.S. manufacturing operations and a special payment to recognize employees for their continued efforts toward the success of the Company. First, the Company confirmed that… Continue reading FCA Announces Plan to Invest More Than $1 Billion in Michigan Plant, Add 2,500 New Jobs

JCB Group acquires Hidsons to expand with new franchise partners

JCB Group has added Kia, Citroen, Mitsubishi and SsangYong to its list of franchise partners with the acquisition of the family-owned Hidsons Group. The acquisition of the £45 million turnover (2016) Hidsons Group’s operation in North Kent was hailed as “a perfect fit, both culturally and geographically” and add a further six dealerships to the group… Continue reading JCB Group acquires Hidsons to expand with new franchise partners

Ford sued in federal court over claims of diesel emissions cheating

CLOSE Pushing the price boundaries again, Ford debuted the 2018 F-Series Super Duty Limited pickup truck Thursday at the State Fair of Texas that inches the once-humble haulers closer to the $100,000 mark. USA TODAY Ford Motor Co. is being sued over allegations that it cheated on diesel emissions testing.(Photo: Ford Motor Company) Super Duty… Continue reading Ford sued in federal court over claims of diesel emissions cheating

New Jeep margin system: Dealers want to renegotiate

The Jeep partners have a new margin and bonus system in their house. Their association emphasizes: first ensure continuity in daily business, then tackle the dealer contract. Of the Alfa Romeo & jeep dealers Association sees further need for discussion in the planned changes to Jeep’s margin and bonus system. The members of the association… Continue reading New Jeep margin system: Dealers want to renegotiate

Ford Sued by Truck Owners Claiming Diesel Engines Were Rigged

Ford Motor Co. rigged at least 500,000 heavy-duty trucks to beat emissions tests, drivers claimed in a lawsuit, adding to the tally of carmakers linked to diesel-cheating allegations worldwide that started in 2015 with Volkswagen AG. Ford’s F-250 and F-350 Super Duty diesel pickups, a slice of the top-selling F-Series, are spewing emissions as much… Continue reading Ford Sued by Truck Owners Claiming Diesel Engines Were Rigged

Fiat Chrysler turbo engine built in Trenton is built for the future

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is producing a new turbocharged 4-cylinder engine in Trenton, Mich.(Photo: Fiat Chrysler Automobiles) Is Fiat Chrysler building a future-proof engine? The new 2.0-liter inline turbocharged 4-cylinder engine now being built at the company’s Trenton Engine Complex could be close, according to one expert, who notes its adaptability. “It’s almost future proof,” said Bill… Continue reading Fiat Chrysler turbo engine built in Trenton is built for the future

2018 CES: Intel, in Collaboration with Ferrari North America, Accelerates Race Car Drivers and Fans to Next-Level Experiences Powered by Artificial Intelligence

Today in his opening keynote address at the 2018 International Consumer Electronic Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Intel CEO Brian Krzanich announced a three-year partnership with Ferrari* North America that will bring the power of artificial intelligence to the Ferrari Challenge North America Series, one of three geographically diverse championship series. Beginning this year, race… Continue reading 2018 CES: Intel, in Collaboration with Ferrari North America, Accelerates Race Car Drivers and Fans to Next-Level Experiences Powered by Artificial Intelligence

Intel Partners with BMW, Nissan, SAIC Motor, Volkswagen, Paramount Pictures, Ferrari North America to Showcase Power of Data at CES

Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Las Vegas, Jan. 8, 2018 – In the opening keynote for CES 2018, Intel CEO Brian Krzanich highlighted how data is transforming the world around us and driving the next great wave of technology innovation, from autonomous driving to artificial intelligence (AI) to virtual reality (VR) and other forms of immersive… Continue reading Intel Partners with BMW, Nissan, SAIC Motor, Volkswagen, Paramount Pictures, Ferrari North America to Showcase Power of Data at CES