GM CEO Makes Big Donation–Defends Bailout
General Motors CEO Dan Akerson seeking to jump-start a new program to rebuild parts of Detroit’s East Side, with a big donation.
Honda Recalls 46,000 Vans To Fix Rear Doors
Honda is recalling nearly 46,000 Odyssey minivans because the rear doors can fall on people unexpectedly, and have on at least two occasions.
DEFEND YOUR RIDE: Tanya At The Somerset Collection
“A great car for adventures with my roommate!” – Tanya and her Chevy Cobalt
Ford Earns Top Honors For Supporting Women-Owned Businesses
Ford Motor Company was named as one of America’s top corporations for its support of women-owned suppliers, the first time an automaker has earned the award.
UAW: Mitt Romney Has It All Wrong
The United Auto Workers Union is fighting back, taking issue with GOP Presidential candidate Mitt Romney’s attacks on the union’s role in the auto industry bailout.
General Motors Scores $7.6 Billion In 2011
General Motors made $7.6 billion in 2011, its best annual profit ever. GM said it will pay profit sharing of up to $7,000 to approximately 47,500 eligible U.S. hourly employees.
GM Changes Its Salaried Pension Plan
General Motors is ending its traditional pension plan for salaried workers, and moving them more toward a 401k style “defined contribution” plan.
Auto Downturn Didn’t Affect Vehicle Dependability
The survey from J.D. power says three year old vehicles are more dependable than ever.
Is That ‘New Car Smell’ Making You Sick?
Many people say they love that new car smell, but researchers at the Ecology Center in Ann Arbor say it could be making you sick.
Things Are Getting Much Better For Car Dealers
While car and truck sales slowly recover, 2012 is shaping up as a record year for car dealers.
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North American Int’l Auto Show – Press Preview Day 2
Photos from the second day of media previews at Detroit’s Cobo Center.
2012 North American International Auto Show
Press previews are underway for the 2012 Detroit Auto Show at Cobo Center. The show will open to the public Sat., Jan. 14 – Sat, January 21.
These are some hot wheels! Concept vehicles and the latest model years are unveiled at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show.
Nissan Leaf Drive Event In Dearborn
The Nissan Leaf Drive Event, which gave visitors the chance to learn about and drive a 100% electric car, was held at the Automotive Hall of Fame in Dearborn Aug. 19-21.
Motor City Muscle Business Breakfast
WWJ Newsradio 950′s John McElroy, Jeff Gilbert and a panel of experts discussed the history behind muscle cars and what’s coming up for each brand at this year’s WWJ Dream Cruise business breakfast.
Check out all the hot rides and vintage classics from the 2011 Woodward Dream Cruise. Email your photos to WWJNewsroom@cbsradio.com.
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