Equipment issue at Ohio Ultium plant slows assembly of battery modules, delays vehicle production. Find out how its impacting GM’s plans at Headlight.News.
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Ford Averts Strike by Canadian Auto Workers with Tentative Deal
Unifor and Ford extended the strike deadline, talked into the night and secured a tentative deal that union chief Lana Payne says has everything the workers want. Now, they’ll vote on it and we’ll see if she’s correct. Find out more at Headlight.News.
UAW Chief Fain Sets New Deadline, Blasts Trump
The union’s militant leader, Shawn Fain, says if negotiations don’t improve, the stand up strike is going to grow. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump says he’s coming to Detroit to meet with union members, but Fain says Trump is the problem the UAW is battling. Details at Headlight.News.
Next-Gen VW Tiguan Revealed – But American Drivers Will Have to Wait
VW’s European Tiguan is first to debut and has some promising features for the upcoming U.S. model. However, the long-wheelbase version isn’t crossing the Atlantic until early next year, reports Headlight.News.
Competition Heating Up for Tesla’s Attention between Turkey and Saudi Arabia
As Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan made a pitch to Tesla CEO Elon Musk to build the EV maker’s next plant there, representatives for the kingdom of Saudi Arabia are making the same pitch. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Strike Fallout Begins: Automakers, Suppliers Start Layoffs
It hasn’t taken long for the UAW strike to impact others, as an auto supplier has already implemented layoffs and Ford sent home 600 workers who can’t get needed parts due to the strikes. UAW chief Shawn Fain dismissed the notion the Biden administration could help. Check out the story at Headlight.News.
This Flying Car Could “Hop” Out of Your Driveway by 2025
Many have wondered: when will I get my jet pack I was promised. Well, it’s not a jet pack, but the Alef Aero flying car might fit the bill. Initially, the Alef might cost $300,000, but this Silicon Valley startup hopes to drop the price to $35,000. Details at Headlight.News.
UAW Begins “Stand Up” Strikes as Talks Breakdown Ahead of Deadline
UAW President Shawn Fain implemented a new strategy in negotiating with the Detroit Three automakers: selectively striking all three companies at the same time. Find out what happened and who’s not happy at Headlight.News.
Ford Offering Performance Driving Programs for Mustang Buyers at Charlotte Motor Speedway
Automaker reveals a plethora of performance programs for Mustang fans, Including “Track Attack” school at Charlotte Motor Speedway for GTD buyers. Officials also reveal inside story on new Mustang GTD supercar at Detroit Auto Show. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Does UAW President Fain Want a Strike?
Ford CEO Jim Farley frustrated as contract talks near deadline, especially when Fain skips contract presentation. Get perspective about what’s going on in the final hours before the deadline at Headlight.News.
UAW Preparing “Stand Up” Strikes as Talks with Detroit Three Near Deadline
The United Auto Workers is poised to strike at midnight as the union insists the company proposals, which include double-digit wage increases, fall short of meeting the union’s demands. Get details about what’s coming at Headlight.News.
Jeep Tweaks Gladiator for 2024 Model Year
Off-road king Jeep tackled tough task of updating the Gladiator for the 2024 model year. The midsize pickup favors the wildly popular Wrangler, which got its own set of updates for the new model year. Check it out at Headline News.