Ford announces investment in next 'Model T Moment'
Ford is building a new pickup truck that marks the beginning of a new era for the automaker as its leadership strives to electrify more of its fleet while keeping costs down for those considering a new vehicle. When it arrives, it will come in the form of a $30,000 midsize electric pickup truck. It will arrive in 2027, assembled at its Louisville Assembly Plant, and come with a frunk and a bed. The $5 billion investment also includes a "universal EV platform" which will support a fleet of future electic cars.
Ford is building a new pickup truck that marks the beginning of a new era for the automaker as its leadership strives to electrify more of its fleet while keeping costs down for those considering a new vehicle. When it arrives, it will come in the form of a $30,000 midsize electric pickup truck. It will arrive in 2027, assembled at its Louisville Assembly Plant, and come with a frunk and a bed. The $5 billion investment also includes a "universal EV platform" which will support a fleet of future electic cars.
Ford announces $30,000 electric pickup truck as part of $5B investment
Ford is building a new pickup truck that marks the beginning of a new era for the automaker as its leadership strives to electrify more of its fleet while keeping costs down for those considering a new vehicle.
Ford is building a new pickup truck that marks the beginning of a new era for the automaker as its leadership strives to electrify more of its fleet while keeping costs down for those considering a new vehicle.
Troy-based new EV Slate to debut at $20K, allowing buyers to design it themselves
Slate is trying to introduce an a la carte model of making electric vehicles that puts the control in the customer’s hands.
Slate is trying to introduce an a la carte model of making electric vehicles that puts the control in the customer’s hands.
General Motors investing $4 billion in Michigan, Kansas, and Tennessee assembly plants
Michigan is one of three states receiving part of the massive investment from GM.
Michigan is one of three states receiving part of the massive investment from GM.
Michigan tech startup builds new electric RV, leading statewide energy tour
Michigan is on the move as a top economic strategist is traveling across the state in a fully electric RV built in Detroit.
Michigan is on the move as a top economic strategist is traveling across the state in a fully electric RV built in Detroit.
Michigan Republican leader signals support for higher taxes on electric vehicles
About 60% of electric vehicle owners make over $100,000 - data that Matt Hall pointed to as a reason to raise taxes on EVs since they don't purchase gasoline.
About 60% of electric vehicle owners make over $100,000 - data that Matt Hall pointed to as a reason to raise taxes on EVs since they don't purchase gasoline.
Ford's upgraded hands-free driving feature Blue Cruise the latest tech moving vehicles
You can get Blue Cruise in five different Ford models: The F-150, Lightning, Expedition, Explorer, and Mach E. Lincoln models also have the option.
You can get Blue Cruise in five different Ford models: The F-150, Lightning, Expedition, Explorer, and Mach E. Lincoln models also have the option.
Automakers anxious over electric vehicle demand amid Trump's return to presidency
A recent New York Times headline claimed automakers want the incoming Trump Administration to "require" them to sell electric vehicles. Analysts aren't impressed with that perspective, but agree the Republican's hostility toward the industry is worrying car makers.
A recent New York Times headline claimed automakers want the incoming Trump Administration to "require" them to sell electric vehicles. Analysts aren't impressed with that perspective, but agree the Republican's hostility toward the industry is worrying car makers.
EV industry faces questions of uncertainty after Trump's reelection
"Tariffs may seem controversial, but maybe they will help the local industry in terms of competition against international manufacturers of electric vehicles," he said.
"Tariffs may seem controversial, but maybe they will help the local industry in terms of competition against international manufacturers of electric vehicles," he said.
Detroit entrepreneur creates portable electric vehicle charger that comes to you
Among the biggest barriers to electric vehicle adoption is not having enough chargers. But one woman's invention offers a solution to that.
Among the biggest barriers to electric vehicle adoption is not having enough chargers. But one woman's invention offers a solution to that.
Analyst: Ford pivots to hybrids after being overly optimistic on EVs and suffering $2.5B loss
“What they mean for the workforce is that Ford is probably going to need more people on the gasoline side of the business. Probably not as many as they anticipated on the electric side."
“What they mean for the workforce is that Ford is probably going to need more people on the gasoline side of the business. Probably not as many as they anticipated on the electric side."
Ford to no longer build electric three-row SUV, shifting focus toward hybrids
The automaker said Wednesday it was shifting EV strategy toward two new pickups that will be battery powered.
The automaker said Wednesday it was shifting EV strategy toward two new pickups that will be battery powered.
Pollster: Harris, Dems need to pump the brakes on EV demands
"I'm suggesting she try to modify and support a slow-down. We are moving too fast," he said. "We need to deal with hybrids and not push so much."
"I'm suggesting she try to modify and support a slow-down. We are moving too fast," he said. "We need to deal with hybrids and not push so much."
Electric vehicles proving a political hot potato ahead of 2024 election in Michigan
While several high brass political figures in Michigan support the president's push to produce and adopt more electric vehicles, the answer is more complicated among residents.
While several high brass political figures in Michigan support the president's push to produce and adopt more electric vehicles, the answer is more complicated among residents.
AAA: 63% of US adults 'very unlikely' to buy EV as next car amid rising hybrid interest
Stumbling blocks for buyers include cost, a lack of available charging stations and range anxiety from the annual study.
Stumbling blocks for buyers include cost, a lack of available charging stations and range anxiety from the annual study.
New Cadillac EV Optiq promises more affordable luxury
It includes a 33-inch display screen and an estimated range of about 300 miles on a full charge.
It includes a 33-inch display screen and an estimated range of about 300 miles on a full charge.
Lucid Motors makes $10 million investment in Michigan with Southfield hub
“We want to track the best talent out there. and as we looked at those studies for hardware, engineers in particular, there’s no place like Michigan," said Gale Halsey, vice president, Lucid.
“We want to track the best talent out there. and as we looked at those studies for hardware, engineers in particular, there’s no place like Michigan," said Gale Halsey, vice president, Lucid.
EV charging stations: Federal money influx plans hope to ease state's range anxiety
Construction on the fast charging stations can begin in the next couple months. Companies have five years to finish the job.
Construction on the fast charging stations can begin in the next couple months. Companies have five years to finish the job.
Black-owned company working to improve EV charging
ChargerHelp! is a Black and women-owned company working to remove barriers in the technology and maintenance of EVs. Their partnership with Michigan Central is creating new jobs.
ChargerHelp! is a Black and women-owned company working to remove barriers in the technology and maintenance of EVs. Their partnership with Michigan Central is creating new jobs.
Ford trims F-150 Lightning pickup production after weak electric vehicle sales
The shrinking production will impact 1,400 workers at Ford, including about 700 employees being transferred to Michigan Assembly.
The shrinking production will impact 1,400 workers at Ford, including about 700 employees being transferred to Michigan Assembly.