Coronavirus toll — auto shows, sales, supply chains

They're also facing the prospect that demand for new vehicles could be imperiled in the U. S. market depending on severity of outbreak here at home.

Ford wants to improve the site of former Ford Auditorium for auto show

The plan calls for fixing up a parking lot near Hart Plaza for Detroit auto show activities

Nine ways you’re selling your classic car all wrong

When it comes to selling classic cars, even one infraction could cost you thousands

First annual Novi auto show fills January void for car lovers

Showrunners say it isn't a replacement for the North American International Auto Show, which moved to June, but does help fill the void

Suburban Collection Showplace plans January auto show

The convention center in Novi said it will fill the void left by the North American International Auto Show's 2020 move to June

2019 Detroit Auto Show Review

The News' Henry Payne, Ian Thibodeau and Nora Naughton give you an insiders' review of the 2019 North American International Auto Show.

Payne: Top 10 premieres at New York auto show

News auto critic Henry Payne picks his favorites from annual show in New York

Global microchip shortage throws wrench into auto production

The deepening chip crunch is even drawing the attention of the new Biden administration amid signs of a slowing economy.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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

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

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.

Corrupt UAW boss wore wire while playing golf with union brothers

Edward "Nick" Robinson is portrayed as a pivotal figure in an investigation that has led to the convictions of 15 people and oversight of the UAW.

Biden tells agencies to review fuel standards, overturning Trump

President Joe Biden is set to order U.S. agencies on Wednesday to review fuel efficiency standards, according to the president's transition team

Edmunds: Top automotive tech at CES 2021

Automakers appeared more reserved in their proclamations for the future at the 2021 Consumer Electronics Show

Payne: Hold on, Detroit 4Fest joins Metro Detroit’s fall auto-palooza

The auto show may be downsized for 2021, but late September is still shaping up to be an auto blowout in SE Michigan. Jeep to sponsor Detroit 4fest

EV truck maker Rivian gets $2.65B in latest investment round

The Plymouth-based EV startup Rivian Automotive LLC said Tuesday it received $2.65 billion in its latest funding round.

Self-driving vehicles to skip some crash standards

The Trump administration issued the first of what is likely to be several rules designed to speed the deployment of autonomous vehicles.

Tesla balks at touch screen recall, US agency takes action

Tesla is balking at recalling about 159K vehicles with potentially defective touch screens, regulators are moving to force the company to take action

Risky driving: US traffic deaths up despite virus lockdowns

The number of people killed on the nation’s highways rose 4.6% in the first nine months of 2020 despite coronavirus lockdowns

Wearing wires put convicted UAW official ‘at risk,’ lawyer says

The contents of those recordings were used as evidence in a years-long probe that has resulted in 15 convictions, including two former UAW presidents.

Pandemic, legal woes lead to layoffs, furloughs at Mahindra North America

Mahindra declined to specify how many of its 500 employees have been affected

NTSB says vehicle battery fires pose risks to 1st responders

There are also gaps in industry safety standards and research on high-voltage lithium-ion battery fires.

Fuel economy fee bump delayed through 2022

An auto industry group asked the federal government to consider delaying a court decision that will bump up fuel economy fees significantly.

Duggan asks Detroit Three: Commit to 2022 Detroit auto show

Mayor confirms talks with automakers one day after auto show organizers detailed plans to replace auto show in Detroit with event called Motor Bella

Volkswagen triples electric car sales ahead of climate rules

There are early signs of increasing market share for electric cars as EU regulations drive their adoption, despite recession caused by the pandemic

Lucid Motors is in talks to list via Michael Klein SPAC

Lucid Motors Inc. is in talks to go public through a merger with one of Michael Klein’s special purpose acquisition companies

Ford dominates Car of Year Awards with F-150 and Mustang Mach-E

The 2021 North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year Awards are announced.

Lordstown Motors hits 100K truck orders

Electric vehicle startup Lordstown Motors Corp. now has 100,000 orders for its electric truck, the company said Monday

China’s Geely, Baidu announce electric car ventures

Chinese automaker Geely says it will form an electric car venture with tech giant Baidu, adding to a flurry of corporate tie-ups in the industry

EV startup Faraday in talks to merge with SPAC, go public

Faraday & Future Inc., an electric-vehicle startup, is in talks to go public through a merger with Property Solutions Acquisition Corp.