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.
State Rep blasts GM for selling battery plant it used state money to build
Back in 2021, GM went to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and lawmakers. According to Hall, it delivered an ultimatum - either helps us with these new plants or we will go to some other state.
Crews respond to oil well fire at General Motors proving ground in Milford
Crews are responding to reports of an explosion at the General Motors proving grounds in Milford where the automaker tests its cars and trucks.
Dramatic RenCen redesign would remove 2 towers in GM, Bedrock's new concept plan
The plan would reduce office space and redevelop the remaining three towers into hospitality and housing - leaving most of the skyline intact, while adding a large public space on the riverfront.
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.
GM lays off about 1,000 workers, cutting costs to compete in a crowded automobile market
General Motors is laying off about 1,000 workers worldwide, shedding costs as it tries to compete in a crowded global automobile market.
GM cuts salaried positions including in software, services at Warren Tech Center
“The automotive industry is dealing with some challenges right now," Greiner said. "They had the whole issue with the transition due to the Covid recession. That weaked havoc with inventories.”
Former gubernatorial candidate wants GM to turn RenCen into affordable public housing
Rinke has reached out to city hall, other business leaders and anybody else who will listen to his idea. He said he is willing to open his own checkbook up, if this gets off the ground.
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.
What will RenCen be used for once GM moves headquarters to Hudson's site?
While the seven-building RenCen will continue to be owned by GM, plans for what it could be used for are still being discussed.
General Motors HQ relocating from RenCen to Hudson's site in 2025
General Motors will be relocating its global headquarters from the Renaissance Center to the historic J.L. Hudson's department store site in 2025.
General Motors to move headquarters out of Renaissance Center, into Hudson's Detroit tower
Could General Motors shift some of its operations away from the Renaissance Center, it's longtime company headquarters?
GM delays shifts at Flint Assembly Plant so employees can watch the Detroit Lions game
General Motors announced they will delay shifts at the Flint Assembly Plant to allow employees to watch the Detroit Lions game.
GM says EVs are built for Detroit cold snaps
GM says its EVs are made for conditions like the cold snap we're stuck in.
GM: Almost half of Buick dealerships across US opting out of EV
"It’s evidence of the shifting patterns and presumptions on the part of manufacturers about the demand," said K. Venkatesh Prasad, the Center for Automotive Research's chief innovation officer.
General Motors laying off 1,300+ workers in Michigan
More than 1,300 General Motors employees in Michigan will be out of work indefinitely to start the new year. The company is laying off workers at Orion Assembly in Lake Orion and Lansing Grand River Assembly and Stamping.
UAW strike aftermath: Car prices may increase due to Big Three losses
McElroy added the car companies have already announced they’re going to cut back on future investments to help offset the costs of the contracts.
UAW kicks off organizing effort at 13 non-union automakers, including Toyota and Tesla
Those automakers include Volkswagen, Mercedes, BMW, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Hyundai, Subaru, Mazada, as well as electric vehicle makers like Tesla, Rivian, Lucid.
'Undesirables': GM RenCen officers accused of racism, assaults to keep some away from Riverfront
A security director at Detroit's Renaissance Center says they've been told to focus on 'undesirables' over the past 6 years - the majority of which are Black men and women. On Friday, GM said it has removed the accused officers, who are under review, while an investigation is underway.