• Mon, February 3, 2025

by: Hoodline

Michigan Revives Classic License Plates, Fueling Nostalgia and Road Funds

Michigan has reintroduced its legacy license plates, with designs from 1979-1983 and 1983-2007 now available for order.

by: WBTW

'We're not criminals': Protesters gather in downtown Myrtle Beach

Protesters were out in force Monday afternoon in downtown Myrtle Beach as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement continues deportation operations throughout the

by: MSN

Auto & Transportation Roundup: Market Talk

Find insights on potential tariff impacts for Mercedes, Volvo and more in the latest Market Talks from the auto and transportation sectors.
  • Tue, February 4, 2025

by: Forbes

Precision Timing's Role In Advancing Transportation Technology

The growing demand for precise synchronization of complex systems across various industries has driven the evolution of timing technology.

by: Reuters

Trump tariffs will only add to the pain for hard-hit Nissan

One of the biggest casualties of Donald Trump's potential tariffs on Mexico and Canada is likely to be the Japanese automaker that can least afford the pain: Nissan .

by: CNBC

Best Auto Loans and Financing of February 2025

A car is an expensive purchase, but choosing the right lender can save you thousands of dollars in interest charges and fees. Plus, you want your car shopping experience to be easy and transparent ...

by: Yahoo

Azerbaijani plane that crashed in December was hit by Russian Pantsir-S missile, government source says

An Azerbaijani passenger plane that crashed in December after being diverted from Russia to Kazakhstan was hit by a Russian Pantsir-S air defence system, an Azerbaijani government source told Reuters on Tuesday.

by: Forbes

"Made In America" Is Easier Said Than Done

Nearshoring manufacturing is going to require more cooperation with our neighbors and significant investment in transportation networks.
  • Wed, February 5, 2025

by: Reuters

Ford projects mounting EV losses for 2025, Q4 profit up

Ford Motor on Wednesday projected up to $5.5 billion in losses on its electric vehicle and software operations this year, a loss similar to last year and a sign of the severe difficulties in cutting costs on battery-powered models.

by: ConsumerAffairs

Moving to Kentucky statistics (2025 data)

Approximately 106,797 people moved to Kentucky in 2023, while 92,582 moved out. This represents a net gain of 14,215 residents. While the overall population has only seen slight growth in recent years, the Bluegrass State managed to attract roughly 45 movers per day between 2022 and 2023.

by: MSN

Trump's China tariff increase will affect Ford and GM vehicles, billions of dollars in auto parts

The move to put 10% additional tariffs on imports from China will affect a small number of U.S. vehicles, but increased costs of auto parts could affect already heightened car prices. The biggest impact on vehicles will be on Ford Motor's Lincoln Nautilus and General Motors' Buick Envision.

by: Reuters

Ford's gas vehicles head to take on expanded role of leading EV unit

Ford said on Wednesday the president of its gasoline vehicles business, Andrew Frick, would take on the additional role of leading its money-losing electric vehicle business.

by: MSN

Factbox-Who has Trump picked for his cabinet and other top posts?

The U.S. Senate has confirmed about half of President Donald Trump's picks for his cabinet so far. Here are Trump's choices for some key posts. PETE HEGSETH, DEFENSE SECRETARY Hegseth, 44, is a military veteran who has expressed disdain for the "woke" policies of Pentagon leaders,

by: Reuters

GM takes full control of Cruise in autonomous personal vehicle shift

General Motors said on Tuesday it had completed the full acquisition of its Cruise business to focus on developing the autonomous technology for personal vehicles not robotaxis.

by: Reuters

Musk politics? Tesla sales slump in UK, European markets

Tesla posted lower sales across five European countries in January, including the United Kingdom and France, as competitors with newer models gained on the electric vehicle maker and polls show public opinion souring on CEO Elon Musk.
  • Thu, February 6, 2025

by: Wired

Tariff Uncertainty Taxes the Auto Industry

For some in the car industry, the uncertainty surrounding a US-border trade war is almost worse than the tariffs themselves. If the tariffs go through, the costs might get passed down to buyers.

by: Reuters

Porsche says vehicle development expenses to impact 2025 operating profit

Porsche AG said on Thursday that expenses for the vehicle development and battery activities in its subsidiaries will impact its operating profit and automotive net cash flow for up to 800 million euros ($830.

by: Reuters

ArcelorMittal to build new steel plant in US to meet auto sector demand

ArcelorMittal said on Thursday that it would build an advanced steel manufacturing facility in Calvert, Alabama, as it seeks to increase its production capacity to meet demand from the U.S. automotive sector.
  • Fri, February 7, 2025

by: MSN

Banning USD Hosts CTE Meeting Of The Minds With Industry Professionals

Banning High School recently welcomed industry leaders, employers, and educators to its Career Technical Education (CTE) Industry Advisory M

by: Reuters

Automakers urge USDOT to quickly restart federal EV charging program

A group representing automakers and electric vehicle charging companies on Friday urged the U.S. Transportation Department to quickly restart a $5 billion government EV infrastructure program.

by: CNN

How Trump's tariffs could rattle economies along the US-Mexico border

Uncertainty around President Donald Trump's proposed tariffs and trade policy is putting businesses on America's southern border on edge. With stiff duties possibly coming as soon as March 1, it's forcing companies to put spending and hiring decisions on hold.

by: MSN

Why Tesla's sales have plummeted across the world

Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access information on a device and to provide personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. List of Partners (vendors)

by: MSN

Donald Trump Is Going After EV Projects That Are Already Underway

Good morning! It's Friday, February 7, 2025, and this is The Morning Shift, your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know.

by: MSN

Loaded with cars - freighter fights against high waves

A nerve-wracking situation for the crew of a freighter off the coast of Japan. The ship, loaded with cars, was shaken by high waves - fortunately the valuable cargo was well secured.
  • Sat, February 8, 2025

by: MSN

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:ULH) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript February 7, 2025 Operator: Hello, and welcome to Universal Logistics Holdings Fourth Quarter 2024 Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen-only mode.

by: Forbes

EU Unilateral Auto Tariff Offer To U.S. Might Shelter Its Car Makers

The EU is ready to slash tariffs on U.S. auto imports. A former U.S. envoy expects the U.S. to seek big overall changes to tariffs, and unfair non-tariff barriers.
  • Sun, February 9, 2025

by: MSN

Bruce Highway closed after fatal crash

Drinking coffee in the morning could improve a person's heart health, a US study has found. The Bruce Highway was closed after a deadly crash involving a milk truck and a car.

by: Forbes

Hydrogen Has Failed In Cars And It Won't Be Powering Trucks Either

With dwindling passenger car sales for hydrogen fuel cells, the technology is now looking like a non-starter for heavy-duty trucks as well.

by: Forbes

Electric Vehicles Set Records: Smart Policy Can Ensure America Leads Global Markets

Electric vehicles are setting U.S. sales records, generating economic growth. But repealing government EV policies would throw all that in reverse.
  • Mon, February 10, 2025

by: Scoop

AI in Automotive Market Projected to Reach USD 134.5 bn by 2033

AI in Automotive Market size is expected to reach USD 134.5 billion by 2033, projected at a CAGR of 37.4% during forecast period.

by: WION

Automakers urge USDOT to resume Federal EV charging program

During his inaugural day as president, Trump ordered a stop to federal funding to build EV charging stations through the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Fund.

by: Forbes

Beyond The Depot: The Critical Expansion Of Truck Charging Infrastructure

With the right policies, investments and innovations, e-trucks can drive us toward a more sustainable and efficient future for transportation.

by: MSN

3M Rises 21.5% in Six Months: Should You Buy the Stock Now or Wait?

M Company's MMM investors have been witnessing some impressive gains from the stock of late. The conglomerate giant's shares have surged 21.5% in the past six months, outpacing the S&P 500 composite's growth of 13.

by: WGHP

Fort Liberty to be changed back to Fort Bragg

Fort Liberty will be changed back to Fort Bragg, according to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. He signed a memorandum that reversed the name with a historical twist. The Army base

by: MSN

How Trump's policies could reshape the U.S. automotive industry

Donald Trump's presidency has significantly influenced various sectors, including the automotive industry. His policies on tariffs, deregulation, and tax cuts are expected to have far-reaching effects on the U.

by: Forbes

The Future Of Transportation: AI, Connectivity And Safety In 2025

From autonomous vehicles and predictive maintenance connectivity and emerging mobility-as-a-service platforms, the industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace.

by: MSN

Trump Freezes EV Charger Funding And Nobody Is Happy About It

It's not just car companies—gas station owners are angry, too. Plus, Nissan wants new friends and Europe's automakers prep for a tough year.

by: MSN

Why U.S. Cities Have Such Quirky Nicknames: 10 Fun Origins

New York City: "The Big Apple" " This nickname traces its roots back to the 1920s. Horse racing writer John J. Fitz Gerald first coined the term while describing the lucrative "apples" or prizes at New York racetracks.
  • Tue, February 11, 2025

by: Newsweek

What Does 'Made in America' Mean? For Cars, It's Hard to Define

The Cars.com American-Made Index lists two Teslas, three Hondas, a Volkswagen and a Toyota ahead of the Jeep Gladiator, the eighth-most American-made vehicle, the first model from the Big Three on the list. The next four spots feature another Tesla, a Lexus, a Toyota and the Acura RDX.

by: Forbes

Future Of Indian Auto Industry To 2030

India will become a global hub for automotive manufacturing and R&D with over 7.5mn vehicles sold by 2030 and over 100mn vehicles on road providing growth opportunities across the industry value chain

by: MSN

'Govt working towards sustainable mobility'

Addressing the World Governments Summit in Dubai, Bhupender Yadav reiterated India's long-term goal to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2070.

by: IndustryWeek

January Jobs Report Shows Mostly Stable Manufacturing Job Growth

January was overall a quiet month for manufacturing-related jobs growth. While employment in the related field of mining and petroleum extraction fell by 8,000 jobs, most other manufacturing-adjacent sectors saw only slight increases or decreases in employment, including transportation and warehousing.

by: Reuters

Ford CEO decries "cost and chaos" of Trump tariffs

Ford Motor CEO Jim Farley said U.S. President Donald Trump's proposed and implemented tariffs have added "a lot of cost and a lot of chaos," although Farley said he believes the president aims to strengthen the American auto industry overall.

by: MSN

Donald Trump Wants Canada For Its Rare Earth Metals Essential For Manufacturing EV Batteries

Good morning! It's Monday, February 10, 2025, and this is The Morning Shift, your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know.

by: MSN

BE6 & XEV9E Make a Powerful Debut: Mahindra Electric's Big Reveal in Mumbai

Mahindra Electric launched its BE6 and XEV9E at Hare Krishan Mahindra, an authorized Mahindra dealership, in Mumbai. This was not merely a product launch, but a celebration of innovation, sustainability,
  • Wed, February 12, 2025

by: WFLA

Snow and freezing rain pummel the mid-Atlantic while California prepares for likely flooding

Snow, sleet and freezing rain were expected to continue pummeling the central Appalachians and mid-Atlantic states Wednesday, while California readied for a storm that could flood areas ravaged by

by: MSN

Nissan's Pride Killed Its Merger With Honda

Good morning! It's Wednesday, February 12, 2025, and this is The Morning Shift, your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know.

by: MSN

Illegally Parked? This Tow Truck Operator Takes Action

Another day, another tow! 🚛 In this episode of Parking Revenge #39, watch as our tow truck operator enforces the rules, facing intense confrontations along the way. Will the illegally parked cars make it out in time,

Michigan Revives Classic License Plates, Fueling Nostalgia and Road Funds

Michigan has reintroduced its legacy license plates, with designs from 1979-1983 and 1983-2007 now available for order.

The article from Hoodline discusses Michigan's initiative to reintroduce classic license plate designs from the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s, aiming to tap into nostalgia while also generating additional revenue for road maintenance. The Michigan Secretary of State, Jocelyn Benson, announced that these vintage plates would be available for a $50 fee, with $45 going directly to the state's transportation fund. This move not only caters to car enthusiasts and those with a fondness for retro aesthetics but also serves as a creative solution to fund infrastructure improvements. The plates are expected to be popular among residents, potentially increasing state revenue significantly. The initiative reflects a broader trend of states using unique license plate designs to boost funds for public services.

Read the Full Hoodline Article at:
https://hoodline.com/2025/02/michigan-revives-classic-license-plates-fueling-nostalgia-and-road-funds/