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Volkswagen CEO steps down as diesel engine emissions scandal heats up
Fallout from Volkswagen's admitted trickery of emissions tests in the U.S. now includes possible criminal probes, class-action lawsuits and potentially massive fines. Martin Winterkorn, seen here in...
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Only 100 Ford GTs will be sold in U.S. next year, report says
Ford Motor Co. personnel have made it no secret that the company's new Ford GT supercar, unveiled in Detroit last January, would be a small-batch automobile. DETROIT, MI - Ford Motor Co. personnel...
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Buick announces pricing for its drop-top Cascada
If you want to get your hands on the first convertible sold by Buick in the U.S. in 25 years, it will set you back at least $33,990.DETROIT, MI - If you want to get your hands on the first convertible...
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Ford releasing 'Rebirth of an Icon' documentary on AWD Focus RS; Check out...
The tale spans from the Arizona heat to the Arctic iceDETROIT, MI - The tale spans from the Arizona heat to the Arctic ice, Ford Motor Co. says.It's the saga of its all-wheel-drive Focus RS, an...
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GMC shows off updated 2016 Sierra Elevation Edition
The Elevation Edition of the GMC Sierra has returned for the 2016 model year pickup truck, with some styling updates and other features.DETROIT, MI - The Elevation Edition of the GMC Sierra has...
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Ford Focus ST aftermarket MP275 kit adds horsepower and rumble
You feel the rumble. Watch videoDETROIT, MI - You feel the rumble. It's part of what makes driving a Ford Focus ST with the aftermarket MP275 kit so fun. That, along with the fact that it's a 6-speed...
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Ford introduces aluminum-bodied 2017 F-Series Super Duty pickups
It marks the first time the Super Duty body uses the high-strength, military-grade, aluminum alloy that has already been rolled out on the new Ford F-150.DETROIT, MI - Ford introduced its 2017...
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Volkswagen to fire U.S. chief and other execs amid diesel emissions scandal,...
Volkswagen AG's board of directors will fire several executives as the Germany company wades through the largest scandal in its 78-year history.DETROIT, MI - Volkswagen AG's board of directors will...
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Chevy debuts new 2016 Silverados
Muscular front-end designs and signature LED lighting accents are some of what Chevrolet says mark the new Silverado pickup trucks unveiled Thursday at the Texas State Fair in Dallas.DETROIT, MI -...
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Volkswagen will reportedly name Porsche brand chief its new CEO amid diesel...
Matthias Mueller appears poised to become Volkswagen AG's next CEO as the German automaker cleans house amid a massive diesel emissions scandal.FILE - In this Sept. 6, 2015 file photo a worker...
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UAW-Fiat Chrysler contract reportedly hitting snares as vote tally looms
Voting is set to end Wednesday on a proposed, four-year contract between the UAW and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles.DETROIT, MI - Voting is set to end Wednesday on a proposed, four-year contract between...
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Seven more companies could be added to Takata airbag recall
Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar-Land Rover, Suzuki, Tesla Motors, Volvo Trucks, Volkswagen and Spartan Motors could join the 11 companies already part of the recall, which spans 19.2 million vehicles in the...
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Car crash fatalities could be reduced by a third with more advanced safety...
About 30,000 people are killed each year on U.S. highways, and a study commissioned by an industry group says that figure could be reduced by about a third.DETROIT, MI - About 33,000 people are killed...
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Fiat Chrysler accused of discrepancies in death, injury reports
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is accused of mishandling injury and death reports according to the National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationWASHINGTON, D.C. - The National Highway Traffic Safety...
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Tesla to deliver first Model X electric SUV Tuesday night; Watch it live
For Tesla enthusiasts and a few lucky soon-to-be-owners, the wait is finally over. DETROIT, MI - For Tesla enthusiasts and a few lucky soon-to-be-owners, the wait is finally over. The Tesla Model X...
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Michigan is auto, and MICHauto aims to keep it that way
Michigan is auto, but such simplicity belies the complex industry and changing times.DETROIT, MI - Michigan is home to a quarter of all U.S. automotive assembly plants.The state has the highest...
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Ford UAW workers threaten strike; FCA-UAW contract hangs in balance
Workers at Ford Motor Co.'s Kansas City, Mo. truck plant are on a five-day strike notice over disagreements with the Dearborn company.DETROIT, MI - Workers at Ford Motor Co.'s Kansas City, Mo. truck...
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Ford recalls 380,000 vehicles for safety and compliance issues
Ford Motor Co. on Wednesday issued five safety recalls and one compliance recall that together span about 380,000 vehicles.DETROIT, MI - Ford Motor Co. on Wednesday issued five safety recalls and one...
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UAW-Fiat Chrysler labor contract appears to be headed for defeat
With voting nearly complete, about 40,000 UAW workers at Fiat Chrysler plants in the U.S. appear to have rejected a new labor agreementDETROIT, MI - With voting nearly complete, about 40,000 UAW...
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Tesla launches falcon-winged Model X crossover
The grille is gone, that is one noticeable difference.DETROIT, MI - Tesla Motors has officially launched its all-electric Model X crossover vehicle, and with the arrival of the production version we...
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