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Steve Visists The Tucker 75th Anniversary Celebration
Steve Lehto attends the 75th Anniversary Celebration of the iconic Tucker Model 48, created by the visionary car designer Preston Tucker. This event commemorates the enduring legacy of Tucker's innovative "Car of Tomorrow."
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GM joins Ford in gaining access to Tesla's charging network
GM and Ford have partnered with Tesla to gain access to its EV charger network, aiming to boost the adoption of battery-powered vehicles by addressing the lack of reliable public charging infrastructure. This will enhance charging capabilities for GM and Ford vehicles and contribute to Tesla's do...
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Dodge CEO will also lead Ram Trucks as Stellantis makes executive changes
Stellantis has made executive changes, specifically in the leadership of Ram Trucks, in anticipation of the release of their first electric pickup, the 2025 Ram 1500 REV. Tim Kuniskis, CEO of Dodge brand, will now oversee Ram as well, while Mike Koval, the current Ram chief, will become the head ...
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Alex Palou holds off field to win caution-filled Detroit Grand Prix
During the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix, NTT IndyCar drivers faced the unexpected on the new 1.7-mile, nine-turn course in downtown Detroit. Many drivers found the track to be bumpy, short, and tight, leading to chaotic and dramatic moments, particularly at low-speed corners. Despite the challeng...
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Ford Posts $1.9 Billion Profit
Ford Motor Co. reported a $1.9 billion net profit in the fourth quarter, leading to a successful year for the company's operating results. As a result, executives have predicted similar or better performance in the upcoming year. Additionally, the green up-pointing triangle for Ford Motor Co. has...
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UAW: Stellantis will offer buyouts to cut hourly workforce by 3,500
Stellantis, may offer buyouts to reduce its U.S. hourly workforce by up to 3,500 employees, according to a Facebook post by a United Auto Workers local. The move could open up opportunities for indefinitely laid-off workers. The incentives come ahead of crucial contract talks this year with the U...
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Supreme Court won't take on GM's racketeering case against Stellantis
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear General Motors' dismissed racketeering case against Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (now known as Stellantis). This marks the end of a federal lawsuit filed in November 2019 that alleged corruption in the contract bargaining process. GM had sought Supreme Cou...
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Super rare, secret car collection in Michigan and you can see it for 1 day
Rare opportunity to see a private collection of over 200 classic, exotic, and custom cars, belonging to the Lingenfelter, will be open for public viewing in Brighton on April 22nd from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event aims to raise funds for the American Cancer Society, with donations accepted at the ...
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GM’s decision to ditch Apple CarPlay, Android Auto sparks backlash
Starting with the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV, which will be available for sale this summer, GM has announced that it will no longer provide CarPlay and Android Auto. Instead, the built-in system will provide drivers with additional features beyond those offered by CarPlay and Android Auto.
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GM hits buyout target; no involuntary layoffs expected for now
General Motors has reached its desired savings through voluntary buyouts and will not cut additional salaried jobs at the moment. However, the company aims to reduce costs in the next two years to support the shift towards electric vehicles. Due to the uncertain economic situation, GM is unlikely...
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Bloomfield Twp. house fire that involved an EV is under investigation
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is currently investigating a garage fire that occurred on Sunday in Bloomfield Township. The garage held four vehicles, including a newer model electric vehicle. While most experts agree that electric vehicles are safe to drive and charge, the issue of safety f...
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Chevy Camaro RIP, but a successor may be in the works
In a significant move, Chevrolet declared on Wednesday that the production of the iconic Camaro would come to an end after the 2024 model year, leaving Ford Mustang as Detroit's only muscle car. This announcement came after the discontinuation of Dodge's renowned Challenger coupe earlier this yea...
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The story behind the song about making cars in ‘Detroit City’
Bob Dylan critiques 66 popular recordings to explain how music reveals the character of a culture.
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GM studying artificial intelligence assistant that could answer driver questions
General Motors is considering adding an artificial intelligence voice assistant to its future vehicles, according to CEO Mary Barra. Barra referred to the company's Ultifi software platform and emphasized that the vehicle is a software platform, with over-the-air updates for almost every module s...
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Fast facts about GM Milford Proving Ground
The General Motors Milford Proving Ground is a historic site that is located about 4 miles from Milford village and a 45-minute drive from Detroit. The facility is turning 100 years old next year. It is the site where GM's top-secret future products are developed and thoroughly tested by highly s...
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Photo Tour of Detroit Autorama 2023 with Steve Lehto - My Michigan TV
Steve talks about his visit to the 2023 Detroit Autorama and the variety of classic & modified cars that he saw!
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Stellantis workers to get profit-sharing of $14,760
Stellantis has announced that its UAW-represented workers will receive a profit-sharing payout of $14,760 this year, which is the highest among the Detroit Three automakers. The amount is an increase from last year's payout of $14,670, which was the largest profit-sharing amount announced by the ...
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Marshall board approves more land transfers for Ford battery project
During a contentious public meeting, the Marshall Township board voted to transfer four properties to the city to facilitate the development of a battery plant following Ford's $3.5 billion investment. The transfer is made through a 425 land transfer agreement to provide access to water and sewer...
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Here's what to know as 70th Detroit Autorama returns to city
The 70th Meguiar's Detroit Autorama, presented by O'Reilly Auto Parts, is returning to the Motor City from February 24th to 26th. The annual car show displays custom and vintage cars and presents several awards, including the prestigious Ridler Award, Great 8, Builder of the Year, Preservation Aw...
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Ford F-150 Lightning fire prompts production halt
Ford has stopped production and shipment of the F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck due to an unidentified battery problem. This decision came after news of a vehicle fire was reported by the Detroit Free Press. According to Ford, the company has identified the issue during a standard pre-deliv...
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Ford details $3.5 billion electric vehicle battery plant to be built in Marshall
Ford Motor Co. plans to build a $3.5 billion factory in Michigan by 2026, to produce batteries for electric vehicles with lithium-iron-phosphate chemistry, which is cheaper than the current technology. The plant, near the city of Marshall, is expected to employ at least 2,500 people and would pro...
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Ford slashes price on electric Mustang Mach-E, following Tesla’s lead
Steve talks EV Price War between Ford and Tesla. Find out why Ford is cutting the price of the electric Mustang Mach-E.
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Jeep 'Death Wobble' settlement details uncovered - Lehto Live - Jan. 26th
Join Steve for a daily discussion of Michigan topics! Today on Lehto Live, Steve talks Jeep "Death Wobble", owners may be able to receive reimbursement.
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Ford offers Bronco customers $2.5k to buy something else - Lehto Live - Jan. 24
Join Steve for a daily discussion of Michigan topics! Today on Lehto Live, Steve talks Ford offering Bronco customers an incentive to choose a different vehicle.