Watch a Camaro Z/28 tear through tracks as GM celebrates 90 years of Milford...
The Milford Proving Ground os where GM puts vehicles through a range of tests, from full-throttle acceleration on straightaways to slamming on brakes in simulated, inclement weather.DETROIT, MI – Out...
View ArticleFCA US to run three Super Bowl XLIX ads
FCA US, formerly known as Chrysler Group, plans to run three commercials during Super Bowl XLIX on Sunday.A screenshot of Chrysler's 2011 Super Bowl commercial featuring Eminem.File photo DETROIT, MI...
View ArticleGMC will have big presence at Super Bowl XLIX
GMC may not have a television spot during Super Bowl XLIX, but that certainly does not mean it isn't advertising.DETROIT, MI - GMC may not have a television spot during Super Bowl XLIX, but that...
View ArticleFeds announce recall of 2.12 million cars and SUVs related to faulty airbag part
U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx announced Saturday a recall of more than 2.12 million cars and trucks for a defect that could cause airbags to inadvertently deploy.Mark RosekindNHTSA...
View ArticleSuper Bowl 2015: Auto ads go global, Detroit pride absent
During recent Super Bowls, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles' Chrysler brand drew attention to its Detroit-pride, American-made themed commercials.DETROIT, MI - During recent Super Bowls, Fiat Chrysler...
View ArticleAs Detroiters dig out of snow storm, several auto plants closed
After more than 16 inches was dumped on some parts of Southeast Michigan, several auto plants in the Detroit area experience high levels of absenteeism or cancelled shifts altogether.DETROIT, MI -...
View ArticleApproved death claims related to GM ignition switch recall hit 51 as deadline...
The number of approved death compensation claims related to a recall of a faulty General Motors ignition switch has risen to 51 as the deadline for filing passes. DETROIT, MI - The number of approved...
View ArticleExotic cars rolling in for this weekend's Michigan International Auto Show at...
When the show opens to the public on at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, nearly 300 new cars, vans, SUVs and trucks, exotic supercars and classic cars from the 1950s will fill the convention center. GRAND...
View ArticleFord to unveil new Police Interceptor at Chicago auto show
Ford Motor Co. plans to unveil a new Police Interceptor on Feb. 12 at the Chicago Auto Show, according to a tweet the Dearborn automaker's official Twitter account sent out Monday night.DETROIT, MI -...
View ArticleFCA US has best January since 2007 with 14% sales bump
FCA US reported Tuesday its year-over-year U.S. vehicle sales in January rose 14 percent to 145,007 units.DETROIT, MI - FCA US reported Tuesday its year-over-year U.S. vehicle sales in January rose 14...
View ArticleFord unveils AWD Focus RS with 315 horsepower
Ford Motor Co. unveiled a high-performance, all-wheel-drive Focus RS hatchback Tuesday in Cologne, Germany.DETROIT, MI -Â Ford Motor Co. unveiled a high-performance, all-wheel-drive Focus RS hatchback...
View ArticleFord reports best U.S. sales for January in 11 years
With 178,351 vehicles sold, Ford Motor Co. posted a 15 percent rise in U.S. sales last month, marking its best January since 2004. DETROIT, MI -Â With 178,351 vehicles sold, Ford Motor Co. posted a 15...
View ArticleGM's January sales rise 18% on strong demand for trucks and crossovers
Strong demand for trucks and crossovers led General Motors to post an 18 percent rise year-over-year in U.S. sales last month to 202,786 units.DETROIT, MI - Strong demand for trucks and crossovers led...
View ArticleFCA US profits drop in 2014 on one-time expenses
FCA US, formerly Chrysler Group, reported Wednesday a drop in net income to $1.2 billion for 2014, compared to a net profit of $2.8 billion in 2013. DETROIT, MI - FCA US, formerly Chrysler Group,...
View ArticleGM sees fifth straight year of profits in 2014
General Motors reported net income of $2.8 billion for 2014, down from $3.8 billion in 2013, but still marking the Detroit automaker's fifth straight year of profitability. DETROIT, MI - General...
View ArticleFord adding 1,550 jobs to support F-150 production
Ford Motor Co. announced Wednesday it is adding 1,550 jobs to meet growing demand for the all-new 2015 F-150, which began rolling into dealerships in December.DETROIT, MI - Ford Motor Co. announced...
View ArticleSuper Bowl MVP Tom Brady wants to give awarded Chevrolet Colorado to rookie...
Brady told Boston radio station WEEI that wants to give it to the Patriots' rookie cornerback Malcolm Butler, who picked off a potential game-winning pass by Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson with...
View ArticleTrucks push automakers to best January sales in 9 years, and not because of...
When the construction industry is doing well, pickup truck sales are too.DETROIT, MI - Sales of light trucks led the way as automakers posted a 14 percent rise in new vehicle sales in the U.S. last...
View ArticleFord Focus RS: Watch rally car racer Ken Block burn rubber in the new AWD hatch
On Tuesday Ford Motor Co. revealed an all-wheel-drive, 4-door Focus RS hatchback, and jubilee among performance and rally-car lovers swiftly followed. DETROIT, MI - On Tuesday Ford Motor Co. revealed...
View ArticleGrand Rapids auto parts supplier honored at Michigan International Auto Show
The award, presented during at the opening ceremonies for the 2015 Michigan International Auto Show, honors a company that was founded in Grand Rapids in 1948 by partners John Pridgeon and Donald...
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