What's new at the Detroit Auto Show in January
The Detroit Auto Show returns to downtown on January 10, 2025. Here's what's new and missing at this year's event.
The Trump effect? Auto sales are booming post-election
“For the month of November our sales almost doubled here in our store," said Tom Keech, Szott finance director.
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.
UAW supervisor charged with sexual assault of Ford factory worker in Sterling Heights
Angelo Lupo abused his position of authority when he lured a woman into his office before sexually assaulting her, the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office said.
Ford agrees to pay $165M penalty for moving too slowly on rearview mirror recall
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says Ford moved too slowly after being issued a recall for faulty rearview cameras.
'There's nothing left': Man's new Ford hybrid F-150 catches fire, gets engulfed in flames
The blaze left Anthony Zeni hauling his boat desperate to climb out - and more importantly get his young daughter to safety.
Power outage: F-150 Lightning Ford plant to go idle, leaving workers with uncertainty
"The reality is this electric pickup, even though sales are up a lot, is not enough to keep that plant running right now," said John McElroy, Autoline.
UAW Tool & Die unit at Rouge Complex reaches tentative agreement with Ford
The deal includes protection against the impact of 3D printing.
MSP officer Dan Kerstetter to be laid to rest after fatal crash
Loved ones and community members will say goodbye Friday a Michigan State Police Motor Carrier Officer Dan Kerstetter after a crash last week.
UAW Serves Strike Notice at Ford’s River Rouge Tool & Die Unit setting Sept. 26 deadline
The notice claims that they will strike on Thursday, Sept. 26 if local contract issues including job security, wage parity and work rules are not resolved.
Mustang prototype crash at Auburn Hills test track left kids severely injured, lawsuit filed
The driver of a vehicle at a test track lost control and plowed into a guardrail, severely injuring two kids during a STEM summer camp last year. A lawsuit alleges gross negligence on behalf of several parties.
Ford recalls nearly 100K SUVs & trucks over 'catastrophic' problem- F-150, Broncos, and Explorers included
Ford is recalling Broncos, F-150, Explorers, Edges, and more due to a potentially catastrophic engine problem.
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."
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.
Ford issues ‘do not drive’ advisory for 765,000 cars and trucks - includes Mustangs and Rangers
Ford has issued a do-not-drive advisory for hundreds of thousands of cars and trucks including the Mustang and Ranger pickup trucks.
4 suspects caught at gas station after heist of Ford Raptors from Woodhaven lot
Ten Ford Raptor pick-up trucks were stolen after just being assembled in Woodhaven Wednesday morning.
Michigan scales back incentive package for Ford Marshall battery plant by $69 million
The state originally promised to invest $210 million in exchange for a new battery plant in Marshall.
William Clay Ford Jr. talks Michigan Central Station rebirth 1-on-1
William Clay Ford Jr. spoke about the investment into the beloved landmark, what it means for Detroit's future and the path forward for the iconic automaker.
FOX 2 previews Ford's Mustang GT3 Race Car ahead of Grand Prix
FOX 2 got up close and personal with the Mustang GT3 –serial number 0-0-1– before it headed to the track in downtown Detroit for the Grand Prix.
Ford, Rocket Mortgage leaders say they've reached inflection point in respective industries
"Disruption" was the most popular phrase at a Q&A with Detroit tech leaders who see both big opportunities and big threats in the future.