New facility to bring 180 high-wage jobs to Auburn Hills
A new semiconductor facility is expected to spur investment and bring 180 high-wage jobs to Auburn Hills.
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GM to stop making the Camaro but a successor may be in works
General Motors, which sells the brawny muscle car, said Wednesday it will stop making the current generation early next year.
Cars still difficult to afford as demand, interest rates drive up prices
The average price of a new car hovers around $50,000, while used cars cost about $28,000.
Ford Woodhaven Stamping Plant honors Rosie the Riveter
Women are carrying a big part of the load in the tool and die department at the Ford Woodhaven Stamping Plant.
Tesla says production innovation to cut auto costs by half
Tesla says it will use innovative manufacturing techniques and smaller factories to cut the cost of its next generation of vehicles by as much as half of the ones it now builds.
Tesla to open part of charging network to other EVs under U.S. expansion plan
The Biden administration announced rules for EV chargers and new commitments from Tesla, GM and others.
Hyundai, Kia boost security after TikTok video linked to thefts
Authorities say videos on the social media platform may have led to multiple car accidents and eight fatalities.
Ford 4Q profit drops 90%, company says more cost cuts coming
CEO Jim Farley said Ford should have done better last year, and it left $2 billion in profits on the table that were within its control. He said Ford will correct that with improved execution this year.
Tesla says its 4Q profit rose 59%, expects strong demand
Tesla on posted record net income in the fourth quarter of last year, and the company predicted that additional software-related profits will keep its margins higher than any other automaker.
Grand jury investigating Goodyear recreational vehicle tires
The grand jury has subpoenaed Arizona lawyer David Kurtz seeking all documents and deposition transcripts in a lawsuit he filed against the Akron, Ohio, tire maker.
Another round of demolition at the infamous Packard Plant
On Tuesday, the city of Detroit started the demolition of the second major portion of Packard Plant.
Fastest Corvette ever is all-wheel-drive gas-electric hybrid
The fastest Corvette ever made comes out later this year, and it's not powered solely by a howling V8.
Tesla cuts vehicle prices in bid to boost flagging demand
With its sales slowing and its stock price tumbling, Tesla Inc. slashed prices dramatically Friday on several versions of its electric vehicles, making some of its models eligible for a new federal tax credit that could help spur buyer interest.
US official warns of risks posed by heavy electric vehicles
The head of the National Transportation Safety Board expressed concern Wednesday about the safety risks that heavy electric vehicles pose if they collide with lighter vehicles.
Electric vehicles win truck, utility of the year awards
Electric vehicles took two of three categories for the first time in this year's North American Car, Truck and Utility of the Year awards.
Mercedes recalls nearly 324K vehicles due to engine stalling
Mercedes is recalling nearly 324,000 vehicles in the U.S. because the engines can stall while they're being driven.
Supply chain woes caused US auto sales to fall 8% last year
Shortages of computer chips and other parts continued to hobble the U.S. auto industry last year, contributing to vehicle sales dropping 8% from 2021 to their lowest level in more than a decade.
This day in history: Autoworkers start the Flint Sit-Down Strike in 1936
On Dec. 30, 1936, workers at the General Motors body plant in Flint took part in what was called the most significant strike in American labor history.
Volkswagen recalls Beetles to replace Takata air bags
Volkswagen is recalling nearly 42,000 Beetles in the U.S. and Canada because they have potentially dangerous Takata air bag inflators.
Electric vehicle sales hit a tipping point in 2022
Next time you're circling a full parking lot, try to remember what you saw in it just a couple of years ago. Things are different, now. There are a lot more electric vehicles and they aren't just Teslas anymore, either.
GM recalling Bolt EVs; seat belt problem could cause fires
General Motors is recalling nearly 140,000 Chevrolet Bolt electric cars in the U.S. and Canada to fix a seat belt problem that can cause fires.
Racers, mechanics, tinkerers converting classic cars to EVs
When Kevin Erickson fires up his 1972 Plymouth Satellite, a faint hum replaces what is normally the sound of pistons pumping, gas coursing through the carburetor and the low thrum of the exhaust.
Third air bag death confirmed, owners urged to get repairs
Stellantis and U.S. safety regulators have confirmed that an exploding Takata air bag inflator has killed another driver.
Ram recalls 1.4M trucks; tailgates can open unexpectedly
The recall covers Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickups from the 2019 to 2022 model years.
Most small SUVs flunk updated insurance industry crash tests
Most small SUVs flunked the latest frontal crash tests done by the insurance industry, but oddly enough, they're just as safe as they were before.
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Michigan Brandon Naurato promotes to full-time head hockey coach
Naurato has led the Big Ten Tournament champion Wolverines to the Frozen Four — in which they play Quinnipiac on April 6 — after being named interim coach in August.
Uncovering a treasure trove: The best of CBS News Detroit from March 27-31
Here are some of the best stories from the CBS News Detroit team this week:
Suspect in custody after shooting involving Detroit police
Police say the suspect suffered one gunshot wound. No officers were injured.
Michigan Science Center creates space for girls in STEM
The Michigan Science Center has a fun, educational event coming up on April 1.
Officials break ground on La Joya Gardens in SW Detroit
Officials broke ground on the mixed-use, mixed-income building at 4000 W. Vernor Highway.
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Michigan Brandon Naurato promotes to full-time head hockey coach
Naurato has led the Big Ten Tournament champion Wolverines to the Frozen Four — in which they play Quinnipiac on April 6 — after being named interim coach in August.
What happens now that Trump has been indicted?
Here is what is likely to come next, according to a former prosecutor and the typical process for criminal defendants in New York.
Trump "upset" and "angry" but "not worried" about indictment, attorney says
A New York grand jury has voted to indict former President Donald Trump.
Uncovering a treasure trove: The best of CBS News Detroit from March 27-31
Here are some of the best stories from the CBS News Detroit team this week:
Suspect in custody after shooting involving Detroit police
Police say the suspect suffered one gunshot wound. No officers were injured.
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UAW holds first day of 2023 special bargaining convention
As electric vehicle production booms for the big three, the United Auto Workers union is looking for a change when it comes to its benefits.
Ford's Tenn. plant could make 500K electric pickups per year
A new Ford assembly plant being built in western Tennessee will be able to build up to 500,000 electric pickup trucks per year at full production, the company said Friday.
GM to stop making the Camaro but a successor may be in works
General Motors, which sells the brawny muscle car, said Wednesday it will stop making the current generation early next year.
Cruise wants to test self-driving vehicles across California
General Motors' Cruise autonomous vehicle unit on Monday asked California for permission to test the cars across the entire state.
Ford Woodhaven Stamping Plant honors Rosie the Riveter
Women are carrying a big part of the load in the tool and die department at the Ford Woodhaven Stamping Plant.
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Rock 'n' Roll legend Kiss adds Detroit show to The End of The Road Tour
The concert is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 20, at the Little Caesars Arena.
Michigan Matters: Talking with Two Detroit Legends, Helping the Community
Detroit born actor Tom Selleck, star of "Blue Bloods" and the original "Magnum PI" TV series talks about his illustrious career, his beloved Detroit Tigers and more on "Michigan Matters" airing 8 a.m. Sunday on CBS Detroit
Metro Detroit musician is on a mission to inspire metro youth
Kid Jay is a rising star in the hip-hop world and recently won a Stellar Award for his song "Glory," with the Detroit Youth Choir.
Gwyneth Paltrow not responsible for ski crash, jury finds in civil trial
Retired optometrist Terry Sanderson had sued the actress for more than $300,000 over a 2016 collision on a ski slope.
Motown singer Martha Reeves raising $55K for Hollywood Hall of Fame star
Legendary Motown singer Martha Reeves is facing a crucial deadline for her to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame - an honor she was selected for in 2021.
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Tornado strikes Little Rock as dangerous storms spread across 15 states
More than 85 million people were under weather advisories Friday as forecasters predicted a large outbreak of thunderstorms that could bring hail, wind gusts and tornadoes.
Chat GPT wrote a letter to get a college student out of a parking ticket
Millie Houlton said the parking ticket was wrongly issued, but she was going to just pay up. Then, she realized she could ask ChatGPT to dispute it.
Trump "upset" and "angry" but "not worried" about indictment, attorney says
A New York grand jury has voted to indict former President Donald Trump.
53,000 hoverboards recalled for fire hazard after 2 sisters die
The girls died in a fire whose "point of origin" was one of the recalled hoverboards, according to local fire marshall.
FDA evaluating "safety concerns" over dental devices used by thousands
A CBS News and KHN investigation found that a dental appliance called the AGGA has been used by more than 10,000 patients, and multiple lawsuits allege it has caused grievous harm to patients.
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Detroit clinic speaks on ruling to strike down ACA preventative care mandate
On Thursday, U.S. District Judge Reed O'Connor declared a portion of the Affordable Care Act requiring insurance companies to cover preventive services without charging patients is unconstitutional.
Millions are about to lose Medicaid. Here's why — and what to do.
For the first time in three years, states will check if people enrolled in the health care program still qualify. Many don't.
DEA issues warning about drugs used to make fentanyl even deadlier
The DEA has issued a public safety alert about an increase in reports of fentanyl being laced with a sedative used for animals.
Royal Oak pediatric diabetes nurse shares special connection with her patients
Emily Falk works as part of the pediatric diabetes team at Corewell Health's Beaumont Hospital, where they operate one of the most active clinics in the region.
FDA sketches out plan to bolster fragile US infant formula supply management
The US Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday its initial strategy to boost and strengthen the management of the country's supply of infant formula.
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Michigan Brandon Naurato promotes to full-time head hockey coach
Naurato has led the Big Ten Tournament champion Wolverines to the Frozen Four — in which they play Quinnipiac on April 6 — after being named interim coach in August.
Michigan State women's basketball hires Robyn Fralick as coach
Michigan State women's basketball hired Bowling Green State University's Robyn Fralick as head coach, the school announced Friday.
Michigan center Hunter Dickinson enters the transfer portal
The 7-foot-1, 260-pound Dickinson led the Wolverines with 18.5 points and nine rebounds per game last season as a junior.
Urban Hockey Foundation bringing hockey from Detroit to Africa
The Urban Hockey Foundation, a Detroit-based nonprofit, is growing hockey at a grassroots level and bringing the game to Africa.
New baseball rules mean "less dead time, more action"
Since the 1970s, the length of a baseball game has increased from just over two and a half hours to an average of three hours and seven minutes last season.
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Michigan Matters: Talking with Two Detroit Legends, Helping the Community
Detroit born actor Tom Selleck, star of "Blue Bloods" and the original "Magnum PI" TV series talks about his illustrious career, his beloved Detroit Tigers and more on "Michigan Matters" airing 8 a.m. Sunday on CBS Detroit
Michigan Matters: Closing Out Women's History Month with Two Sports Superstars
As Women's History Month continues, it's a conversation with two women who dominated their sport on the world's stage as legendary driver Lyn St. James and Olympic Gold Medal Winning Ice Skater Meryl Davis appear on "Michigan Matters" this Sunday to talk about their careers, making it to the top and helping the community.
Michigan Matters: Celebrating First Lady Betty Ford & Bavarian Inn's Dorothy Zehnder
As Women's History Month continues, it's a "Michigan Matters" spotlight on two dynamic leaders from our state – former First Lady Betty Ford and Dorothy Zehnder, the 101-year-old restaurant owner from Frankenmuth.
Michigan Matters: Star Trek's William Shatner, Auto Icon Bob Lutz, ONE's Mujeeb Ijaz & Dunamis Clean Energy's Natalie King
It's talk about electrification and our future on "Michigan Matters" as William Shatner, star of the "Star Trek" TV show/movies, Bob Lutz, former Vice Chair of GM, ONE's CEO Mujeeb Ijaz and Dunamis Clean Energy's Natalie King appear on "Michigan Matters" 8 am this Sunday on CBS Detroit.
Michigan Matters: Focus on Jobs and Tree Trimming in Motor City
Amid a growing jobs gap, companies like DTE are teaming up to help the cause. Hear from Jerry Norcia - president/CEO of DTE Energy, Nicole Sherard-Freeman, group executive of City of Detroit's Job and Economy Team, Portia Roberson, CEO of Focus: HOPE, and James Shaw of IBEW Local 17 as they discuss one new program and, the overall jobs picture.
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Ronnie's Roundup: Fish fry at St. William Parish in Walled Lake
The fish fry run by The St. Williams Dad's Club aims to support activities within the parish.
National Arab American Heritage Month: Looking at the past, present and future
April is National Arab American Heritage Month and CBS News Detroit's Ahmad Bajjey and Ibrahim Samra sat down with guests to discuss the Arab American culture.
Michigan Science Center creates space for girls in STEM
The Michigan Science Center has a fun, educational event coming up on April 1.
Officials break ground on La Joya Gardens in SW Detroit
Detroit city officials celebrated the beginning of the La Joya Gardens development in Southwest Detroit.
Pensole Lewis students pitch ideas to design student center
Michigan's first and only HBCU is making strides to bring more opportunities for design students, and they're starting with their own campus.