January 2024

Ford adds third crew to meet demand for Bronco and Ranger



F-150 Lightning production cut
in half displacing 1,400 workers   


(January 22, 2024) DEARBORN, Mich. — Approximately 1,400 employees will be impacted with the reduction in F-150 Lightning production as the Rouge Electric Vehicle Center transitions to one shift effective April 1. Roughly 700 will transfer to Michigan Assembly Plant and the others will be placed in roles at the Rouge Complex or other facilities in Southeast Michigan, or take advantage of the Special Retirement Incentive Program agreed to in the 2023 Ford-UAW contract.

1969 Continental missing its engine



This 1969 Lincoln Continental was spotted in eastern North Carolina missing its 462-cubic inch V-8. It was the final year of the fourth generation of the Continental. The big luxury car competed with Cadillac Coupe de Ville and the Chrysler Imperial. The '69 Lincoln came with a three-speed automatic transmission. It stretched out 225 inches with a 127-inch wheelbase.
(Photo by Jim Meachen)

GMC set to expand global footprint following a record-setting 2023



(January 20, 2024) DETROIT — Following stellar results in North America and beyond in 2023, GMC has confirmed the brand’s global expansion into three new international markets. Customers in Australia, New Zealand and China will soon join the GMC family with the brand set to launch the Yukon full-size SUV in these high-growth markets.

Lotus partners with Bosch and Mobilize on European charging stations



(January 18, 2024) LONDON — Lotus has announced two new pan-European charging partnerships to support the rapidly growing number of customers taking delivery of its electric vehicles. The company’s Eletre owners will be able tap into Bosch’s and Mobilize Power Solutions’ charging capabilities, enabling them to charge their hyper-SUV at home or on the move, providing them with further access to easy-to-use, reliable charging.

Vintage motorcycle enthusiasts reunite for Mecum Las Vegas auction



World’s largest vintage motorcycle
auction returns January 24-27


(January 18, 2024) Among a record-breaking 2,000 motorcycle consignments slated for the auction block at Mecum Las Vegas Motorcycles 2024 are 30 private collections comprising 500 lots, including 277 to be offered at no reserve. The 33rd annual auction will once again claim title as the world’s largest vintage and antique motorcycle auction when it returns to South Point Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas this Jan. 24-27, and portions of the four live auction days will be broadcast on  MotorTrend+.

2024 Kia EV9 — Modern refinement and all-electric capability



Reimagined three-row pushes
boundaries of design and innovation

    
(January 18, 2024) IRVINE, Calif.  — The rolling hills and curving two-lane back roads of California’s Napa Valley played host to the media test drive of the all-new 2024 Kia EV9 three-row EV SUV. Furthering Kia’s reputation of building segment-above vehicle excellence, the EV9 delivers sought-after features packed into one powerhouse EV SUV — striking exterior design, rich interior appointments, generous interior volume and cargo space, towing capability, leading vehicle dynamics, and fast charging capability.

Ram introduces all-new ProMaster electric van



Standard 110-kilowatt-hour  battery
with 162-mile range  in city driving

    
(January 17, 2024)  AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Ram has unveiled the new Ram ProMaster electric van (EV) with a targeted range of up to 162 miles in city driving. The new Ram ProMaster EV is the brand’s first available fully electrified vehicle and is the next step in the Ram brand’s journey to deliver the industry’s best options to market.