Ford turns to stepped-up tech, cooperation with police to thwart F-150 thieves
Ford Motor Co. has stepped up technology in its popular F-150 pickup to combat ever-evolving techniques car thieves have at their disposal.
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Ford Motor Co. has stepped up technology in its popular F-150 pickup to combat ever-evolving techniques car thieves have at their disposal.
Ford unveiled a new assembly line on Monday, which CEO Jim Farley called the most radical change at Ford "since the Model T."
Ford is temporarily halting production of its F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck as motorists cool on EVs.
Ford unveiled its limited edition Detroit Lions F-150 Hybrid that's fitting for the King of the Jungle.
Ford will create 900 new jobs and add a third crew at its Michigan Assembly Plant to meet demand for the Bronco and Ranger vehicles, the company announced Friday.
Broken rear axle hub can cause affected vehicles to lose power or roll away while in park, increasing risk of crash.
Ford Motor Company said it will match the production of the F-150 Lightning to customer demand after reports that it plans to cut production in half.
The top-selling vehicle in America will get a bit of a facelift next year, one of just a few new or updated vehicles that will be shown off this week at Detroit's big auto show.
The Michigan automaker spotted a battery issue with the truck in February, investigated the case, and now has a fix.
Ford Motor Co. has suspended production and halted shipments of the F-150 Lightning electric pickup after a battery caught fire during a pre-delivery quality check.
The Michigan automaker began selling the much-anticipated EV last year and has sold 15,617 of them as of December.
According to the automaker, the F-150 Lightning is the first electric truck to win by a unanimous vote.
Ford is recalling more than 550,00 F-150 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada because the front windshield wiper motor may stop functioning, causing the wipers to stop working.
Ford revealed the fully electric F-150 Lightning at an event Wednesday night, in a moment that could herald the point at which electric vehicles go truly mainstream.
U.S. safety investigators are looking into complaints of fires that may have been caused by the seat belts in Ford F-150 pickup trucks.
The 2016 Ford F-150 is the only full-size pickup truck to score the top rating in new front crash tests performed by the insurance industry.
Four drivers reported that the problem caused crashes, although there were no injuries.
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U.S. safety regulators are investigating complaints that the power brake assist can fail on some Ford F-150 pickup trucks.
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Aluminum isn't new to the auto industry, but this is the first time it will cover the entire body of such a high-volume vehicle.
U.S. safety regulators have decided against seeking a recall of Ford F-150 pickup trucks after investigating complaints about reduced power in EcoBoost engines.
The latest environmental wrinkle in Ford Motor Co. products might make you wish for a little soy sauce. But Ford says the rice is going into plastic parts on the Ford F-150 truck.
Kevin Durant scored 32 points as the Houston Rockets ended the Detroit Pistons' four-game winning streak with a 111-104 victory.
Police say the arrest came after the suspect barricaded himself inside a home. Authorities say the police officer was taken to a hospital for treatment and is recovering.
Police at the University of Michigan Flint are crediting an anonymous tipster with saving a life Friday morning. Officers discovered a man collapsed during dangerously freezing conditions.
An investigation is underway after a driver crashed a vehicle into the McNamara Terminal at Detroit Metro Airport.
A Clinton Township, Michigan, man is facing 10 charges in connection with a days-long crime spree that includes assault and drugs.
An investigation is underway on Friday night after a driver crashed into the McNamara Terminal at the Detroit Metro Airport.
Police say the arrest came after the suspect barricaded himself inside a home. Authorities say the police officer was taken to a hospital for treatment and is recovering.
The federal government has sued the state of Michigan over cage-free production rules applying to eggs sold for human consumption.
Every time arctic air drops south, and temperatures plummet well below zero, social media lights up with a scary (and slightly cinematic) rumor called "exploding trees."
With several weeks remaining in the winter season, some districts will have to apply for additional days.
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who stopped at the Detroit Auto Show, claimed that efforts by the administration to reverse the Biden-era electric vehicle policies will make cars more affordable again, including rolling back fuel efficiency standards.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $2.96 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
The 2026 Detroit Auto Show opened to the public on Saturday. Some people at the show think the Trump administration is doing a good job of making cars more affordable. Others disagree.
The Detroit Auto Show's Charity Preview is Friday night, and CBS News Detroit is taking you there.
The brutal temperatures and sub-zero wind chills are forcing many communities to cancel events this weekend, except here in Detroit.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
The James Beard Foundation has announced its 2026 semifinalist list, which includes chefs and venues from Michigan.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
Milford Independent Cinema has been a staple in its southeast Michigan community for decades.
Kevin Durant scored 32 points as the Houston Rockets ended the Detroit Pistons' four-game winning streak with a 111-104 victory.
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Ryan Wedding, a 44-year-old Canadian national, was added to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list last year.
Delta said it is canceling flights at some airports in Texas, Oklahoma and other states because of the massive winter storm expected to blast much of the U.S.
The Office of Management and Budget is seeking data about federal funding to 14 states and localities led by Democrats, including information from universities, and nonprofits within those states.
Planned Parenthood of Michigan has started to offer vasectomy services in Grand Rapids, with plans to expand the procedure across the state.
At certain temperatures and especially with wind chill, health experts said it can take minutes for frostbite or hypothermia to set in.
Officials in Oakland County, Michigan, say they will establish a committee in an effort to strengthen long-term water safety after Legionella bacteria were detected at two different area facilities last month.
While the termination of these substance abuse and mental health service funds is now reversed, the 48-hour rollercoaster is creating uncertainty and distrust from organizations relying on those dollars.
The U.S. House of Representatives approved Thursday a three-year extension of subsidies for the Affordable Care Act.
Kevin Durant scored 32 points as the Houston Rockets ended the Detroit Pistons' four-game winning streak with a 111-104 victory.
Ryan Wedding, a 44-year-old Canadian national, was added to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list last year.
The Baltimore Ravens have hired defensive-minded Jesse Minter as their new head coach, the team announced on Thursday.
Detroit Lions offensive tackle Dan Skipper announced on Thursday that he is retiring after nine seasons in the NFL and has his sights set on coaching.
Sherrone Moore is charged with third-degree felony home invasion, as well as misdemeanor counts of stalking and of breaking and entering.
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
Huntington Place CEO Bryan Crowe and his team have been preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Detroit Auto Show this week.
The focus is on health, as Dusty Mysen, a father of four from Oxford, diagnosed with pancreatic cancer several years ago, who underwent aggressive therapy, is now cancer-free five years later.
The roundtable discusses efforts by political and corporate leaders to raise the bar and improve K-12 education with a focus on raising reading scores.
A suspect was arrested after a police officer was hurt in a shooting Friday night in Roseville, Michigan.
A driver is in custody after crashing a vehicle into a terminal at Detroit Metro Airport Friday night, officials said.
Police at the University of Michigan Flint are crediting an anonymous tipster with saving a life Friday morning. Officers discovered a man collapsed during dangerously freezing conditions.
Wind chills remain dangerously low on Saturday morning before our attention turns to snowfall for Sunday.
Four chefs and two venues from Michigan are among the semifinalists in the 2026 James Beard Awards, the foundation has announced.