Tag: Vehicle Spotlights

Auto Industry News: EJS Debuts, EPA Emissions, and UAW Election Votes

Forget the dyed eggs and jellybeans, the true sign of Easter has arrived – Jeep’s EJS concept debuts. The automaker pulled the covers off four new rides in Moab this weekend, and while the lineup may be smaller than years’ past, it’s no less impressive. The Engine Block has pictures and specs, along with updates […]

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Auto Industry News: Slow Chicago, Worsening Vehicle Dependability, and a Really Bad Week for Self-Driving Cars

The Chicago Auto Show opens in the Windy City with a dismal two debuts on the agenda, feeding rumors that poor automaker participation is killing the traditional auto show. Manufacturers have their own challenges to deal with, however, as J.D. Power’s annual survey reveals that new-vehicle dependability is slipping. Plus, representatives for GM’s Cruise are […]

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Auto Industry News: UAW Pushes Organizing Efforts, Dealers Beg Biden to Slow EVs, and Cybertruck Underdelivers on Promises

The UAW takes center stage again this week, as it capitalizes on the recent success in Detroit to extend its influence – and expand its numbers – by organizing nonunion auto workers. The union’s strategy, which pulls inspiration from the Stand-Up Strike, is already proving effective. On the dealer front, 4,000 dealerships across the country […]

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Auto Industry News: Doug’s Day in NHRA, LA Auto Show Debuts, Prime Amazon Partnership, & Cruise Control Changes

Gear up, as it’s been another news-filled week in the auto industry. Doug Kalitta nabbed his first (and well-deserved) NHRA World Championship title in Pomona — a remarkable achievement 26 years in the making. In nearby Los Angeles, the LA Auto Show kicked off with a noticeable amount of hybrid vehicles taking the spotlight from […]

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Auto Industry News: California 300 Flings Dirt in Barstow, UAW Keeps Fight Alive in Detroit, and Self-Driving Gets Scrutinized in San Francisco

Another dramatic week for all corners of the auto industry. On the enthusiast side, off-road racing fans had a pulse-pounding weekend of excitement as the California 300 enjoyed its second annual run through the Barstow desert. Those on the business end watched union contract bargaining take an unexpected turn as GM negotiators swooped in with […]

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Auto Industry News: UAW Expands Strike, Nissan Goes Retro, and World’s Most Beautiful Truck Crowned In Pomona

It was another tense week for the auto industry, as an additional 5,600 UAW members walked off the job at GM and Stellantis parts depots across the country. Ford avoided further stoppages for its willingness to bargain constructively, union leaders said. The news no doubt came as relief for the automaker and dovetailed nicely with […]

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Auto Industry News: Detroit Debuts, Record Strikes, Baja Three-Peat, & Tesla Innovations

The situation in America’s car-making heartland has officially reached awkward levels of tension. Just as smiling Detroit Auto Show organizers open convention center doors to spotlight the legacy and innovation of automotive manufacturing, the very workers tasked with bringing those designs into reality are heading into Day 4 of their history-making strike. The Engine Block […]

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Auto Industry News: Detroit Show A Go, UAW Strike Looms, and Overlanding Stays Strong

It’s a big week for the auto industry, and a tense moment for the city of Detroit. The most obvious anxiety is hovering around UAW contract negotiations – and it’s dense as a thunderstorm cloud. Current contracts expire this Friday, with threats of a strike growing louder every minute. In other stress, event organizers are […]

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Auto Industry News: Monterey Movers & Shakers, UAW Strike Vote, and Bad Press for EVs and Robotaxis

From the auction results to the new debuts, this year’s Monterey Car Week maintained its reputation for automotive spectacle. And while Pebble Beach crowned its Best In Show, the rest of the industry was abuzz with more than just accolades. As we delve into Monterey’s excitement, we’ll also bring you up to speed on the […]

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Auto Industry News: Monterey Movers & Shakers, UAW Strike Vote, and Bad Press for EVs and Robotaxis

From the auction results to the new debuts, this year’s Monterey Car Week maintained its reputation for automotive spectacle. And while Pebble Beach crowned its Best In Show, the rest of the industry was abuzz with more than just accolades. As we delve into Monterey’s excitement, we’ll also bring you up to speed on the […]

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