June 2018

Chevrolet is resurrecting the Blazer as a sporty mid-sized crossover

(June 22, 2018) ATLANTA — Chevrolet is raising the bar on crossover design with the introduction of the 2019 Blazer as the newest member of the industry’s broadest, freshest crossover and SUV lineup since 2015. The all-new contemporary mid-size SUV is rooted in attention-grabbing design with seamlessly integrated customer-focused technologies and superb functionality.

Green is the new black on 2019 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid

(June 22, 2018) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivan is sure to turn heads and attract even more attention courtesy of the newly available S Appearance Package. Featuring black accents inside and out, the S Appearance Package has been successful on Pacifica gas models. For 2019, the sporty, custom look is now available on all Pacifica Hybrid models.

Honda flips switch on one of California's largest corporate on-sight solar array

(June 22, 2018) TORRANCE, Calif. — Honda has flipped the switch on a new solar energy system at the American Honda Motor Co. campus in Torrance, Calif., one of the largest solar arrays on a commercial building in Southern California, and at 2.0 megawatts direct current, one of Honda's largest on-site renewable energy installations anywhere in the world.

The new solar array expands Honda's ongoing commitment to reduce its environmental footprint by developing and implementing renewable energy projects throughout its operations.

Jeep Cherokee settles into its new home at Belvidere Assembly Plant

(June 21, 2018) ABURN HILLS, Mich. — The FCA U.S. Belvidere Assembly Plant welcomed the Jeep Cherokee to its new production home on June 1, 2017. It had been preparing for the Cherokee’s arrival from Toledo, Ohio, since late 2016. The decision to invest $350 million to retool the Illinois facility, located about 60 miles west of Chicago, was made as part of the company’s broader industrialization plan created to respond to the market’s shift away from small cars and to realign its U.S. manufacturing operations to fully utilize available capacity to expand the Jeep and Ram brands.
 

GM breaks ground for $65 million ACDelco, Genuine GM parts facility

(June 21, 2018) BURTON, Mich. — General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales (CCA) broke ground this week on an all-new $65 million ACDelco and Genuine GM Parts processing center on a vacant 141-acre lot near the intersection of Genesee and Davison roads in the city of Burton.  It is the company’s largest single investment in a warehousing and logistics facility in the United States in nearly 40 years.

All-new 2019 Honda Insight brings EPA-rated 55 mpg

(June 20, 2018) TORRANCE, Calif. — The 2019 Honda Insight offers class-leading power and passenger space, new styling, as well as an EPA rating of up to 55 mpg in the city. Boasting a high level of standard premium features, Insight starts at Price (MSRP) starts at $23,725 including destination charge.
   
Total system output of 151-horsepower provides what Honda calls brisk acceleration compared to other hybrids, yet it also receives an EPA rating of up to 55 mpg in the city, putting it among the best hybrids on the market. Furthermore, with its comparatively low starting price, Insight makes it easier than ever to save at the pump while looking good doing it.

Volkswagen, Ford to explore strategic alliance to extend capabilities

(June 20, 2018) Volkswagen and Ford have announced that they have signed a memorandum of understanding and are exploring a strategic alliance designed to strengthen each company’s competitiveness and better serve customers globally.

The companies are exploring potential projects across a number of areas including developing a range of commercial vehicles together to better serve the evolving needs of customers. The potential alliance would not involve equity arrangements, including cross ownership stakes.

2019 Dodge Durango Pursuit debuts at sheriff's convention in New Orleans

(June 19, 2018) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Dodge is taking its new Durango Pursuit to the Big Easy, introducing the new 2019 model at the 2018 National Sheriffs’ Association Show this week in New Orleans.

“Dodge already leads the police pursuit sedan business with the proven Charger Pursuit, and we believe the 2019 Dodge Durango Pursuit SUV will expand our appeal to an even broader audience and take our game to the next level in terms of performance,” said Steve Beahm, head of Dodge//SRT, Chrysler, and Fiat North America.

Volvo aims for 25 percent recycled plastics in all new cars from 2025

(July 19, 2018) Volvo Cars has announced its ambition that from 2025, at least 25 per cent of the plastics used in every newly launched Volvo car will be made from recycled material. Volvo also urged auto industry suppliers to work more closely with car makers to develop next generation components that are as sustainable as possible, especially with regards to containing more recycled plastics.

Ford acquires Michigan Central Station in Detroit for innovation hub

(June 19, 2018) DETROIT — Ford Motor Company has acquired the iconic Michigan Central Station in Detroit and plans to transform it into the centerpiece of a new campus in Detroit’s Corktown neighborhood that will serve as an innovation hub for Ford’s vision for the future of transportation.