Judge OKs extradition of 2 wanted in ex-Nissan boss’ escape

A U.S. judge cleared the way for the extradition of an American father and son wanted by Japan for smuggling Carlos Ghosn out of the country

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How GM’s pledge to sell only EVs by 2035 affects consumers, jobs

Despite President Joe Biden's promise to create 1 million next-gen auto jobs, EVs have fewer parts, requiring less time and fewer people to assemble

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What does GM’s carbon neutral promise really mean?

"The proof is in the pudding," said Andrew Hoffman, a professor of sustainable enterprise at University of Michigan

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GM’s bet on carbon neutrality rides green wave in Washington

President Joe Biden's administration will make combatting climate change a major priority. General Motors is planning to make the most of it.

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Payne: Hummer time — EV Super Truck will race in Extreme E race series

The GMC Hummer EV is going racing. Chip Ganassi Racing of IndyCar fame will race the super truck announced in the inaugural, 2021 Extreme E season. CGR’s 550-hp electric SUV will feature a unique grille and bodywork.

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Ford to launch Mustang Mach-E in China

The Mach-E sold in China will have a one-charge range of more than 600 kilometers, or about 373 miles.

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GM seeks to end making gas- and diesel-powered vehicles by 2035

Move has profound implications for GM’s rivals, union auto workers and states like Michigan where the automaker produces internal-combustion engines

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VW’s EV sales target suggests Tesla gap could close this year

VW plans to at least double the share of its sales that are fully electric this year, suggesting it could come close to Tesla’s global deliveries

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New electric truck maker to finish first prototypes in March

Lordstown Motors Corp. expects to complete the prototypes of its new pickup truck in March and remains on target to start full production in the fall

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Tesla slumps after first results as a blue chip disappoint

Tesla Inc. reported lower-than-expected profit and record revenue, mixed results that disappointed investors

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Car Radio, Podcast 40, Pts 1/2: Hartge on American Speed Festival, Klauser/GM racing, Cole Smith/Day

Ep40: Hartge on American Speed Festival, Klauser on GM racing, Cole Smith/Daytona, Vines/Stellantis, Zielinski, Detroit 4Fest, more

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Tesla posts 1st annual profit but misses analysts’ estimates

Riding a sales surge amid a global pandemic, Tesla Inc. on Wednesday reported that it posted its first annual net profit in 2020.

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Boxy Mercedes GLB vs sexy Mercedes CLA

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Payne: First date, boxy Mercedes GLB or sexy Mercedes CLA?

Mercedes entry-level SUV and sedan are as different as Hansel and Gretel. The boxy GLB SUV is about utility, the sleek CLA wants to dance.

by Henry Payne  | 4 days ago

How M1 Concourse became Metro Detroit’s #1 auto venue

Pontiac’s exclusive car club will host the region’s four major car shows in 2021: Motor Bella, American Speed Festival, Roadkill Nights, and Woodward Dream Show

by Henry Payne  | 4 days ago

Stellantis admits FCA broke U.S. labor laws. Here’s what’s next.

The proposed deal with federal prosecutors detailed Wednesday ends prolonged negotiations stemming from a years-long corruption scandal

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How GM keeps truckin’ by commercializing hydrogen tech for semis

For GM to truly achieve its vision of zero emissions, zero crashes and zero congestion, it must show chops in battery EVs, hydrogen fuel cell vehicles

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Tears and surprises flow as corrupt UAW official sent to prison

The sentence left Edward "Nick" Robinson sobbing, quivering, red-faced and gulping deep breaths after begging a federal judge for a break

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GM planning two Super Bowl ads

General Motors Co. confirmed it's going to the Super Bowl again this year to promote its electric vehicle product and strategy

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Saudi Arabia aims to become the Germany of renewable energy

Saudi Arabia wants to emulate Germany’s success with renewable energy as well as pioneer the production of hydrogen

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FCA reaches $30M deal to settle federal corruption probe

The proposed deal ends prolonged negotiations stemming from a years-long corruption scandal involving the United Auto Workers union.

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GM partnering with Navistar on hydrogen fuel cell semi trucks

Navistar claims the truck will get a target range of at least 500 miles and has a hydrogen fueling time of less than 15 minutes.

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VW scales back job cuts in labor deal for German truck brand MAN

Volkswagen won the backing of powerful labor unions for a stripped back 1.7 billion-euro profit-improvement plan at its MAN truck division with a concession to cut fewer job cuts than initially

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Musk’s finance chief quietly tallies profit surge at Tesla

Finance chief Zach Kirkhorn may be a mystery to the average investor, but he's helped Tesla act more like the S&P 500 company it has become

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New GM racing chief Klauser hits the ground winning at Daytona

Laura Klauser succeeds legend Doug Fehan as Corvette Racing boss. As Sports Car Racing Program Manager, she will oversee all GM IMSA racing programs.

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Lordstown Motors debuts electric truck

Stellantis, Tesla among automakers to receive European aid for battery innovation

The funds from 12 member countries will support developments in every step of the battery ecosystem

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Biden signs order strengthening ‘Buy American’ rules

The order would increase the threshold of component parts that must be made in the U.S. to qualify under existing laws

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Ford’s global design lead to retire

Moray Callum will retire as the company's vice president of design for Ford and Lincoln, effective May 1.

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Shell buys European electric car charging firm ubitricity

Oil and gas giant Shell is buying ubitricity, a major provider of electric vehicle charging points in Europe

Austria’s car industry on rocky road to electrification

The captains of Austria’s automotive industry need to stop making combustion engines now in order to salvage greener electric growth by the end of the decade, according to a new government study.

SPAC deals propel electric carmakers to public markets

Until June last year, Tesla Inc. was the only dedicated electric carmaker based in the U.S. on the stock market. Then special purpose acquisition companies took over Wall Street

VW posts $12.2B profit in show of pandemic resilience

Volkswagen AG said a robust sales recovery toward the end of the year helped cushion annual results from the effects of the pandemic.

Air bag recall to cost Ford Motor Co. $610 million

The costly recall has hit many major automakers as federal regulators pull back the dangerous air bags.

Payne: American Speed Festival revs up Detroit fall autopalooza

The inaugural American Festival of Speed will take place at M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Sept. 30-Oct. 3, completing a trifecta of fall Metro Detroit auto shows

Ram to auction first 1500 TRX truck to support United Way for SE Michigan

Only 702 of this $88,570 special launch edition are being made in Sterling Heights; they were sold out in three hours

Buttigieg says he’ll bring ‘bottom-up’ perspective to transportation policy as secretary

Pete Buttigieg, Biden's nominee to lead the Dept. of Transportation, called for further investment in infrastructure under the new administration.

Mercedes joins Tesla, VW in race to sell small electric cars

Mercedes-Benz is taking on one of the most complex industry challenges with the rollout of its battery-powered EQA: selling small electric cars without a big profit squeeze.

Hyundai Sonata and Elantra N Line

Payne: Hyundai Sonata and Elantra N Line are fast, furious ‘n’ ‘ffordable

N for Nürburgring, and the track-tested, fun Hyundai Elantra and Sonata spice up the sedan segment.