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Star running back Alvin Kamara arrested during NFL Pro Bowl weekend in Las Vegas
Read full article: Star running back Alvin Kamara arrested during NFL Pro Bowl weekend in Las VegasAlvin Kamara, a star running back for the New Orleans Saints, was arrested in Las Vegas over the weekend during the NFL’s Pro Bowl festivities.
Live streams: Ford announces $11.4 billion investment for EV and battery production at brand new Tennessee, Kentucky plants
Read full article: Live streams: Ford announces $11.4 billion investment for EV and battery production at brand new Tennessee, Kentucky plantsFord Motor Company plans to invest $11.4 billion and create nearly 11,000 new jobs at three new plants in Tennessee and Kentucky to produce the automaker’s next generation of electric F-Series trucks and the batteries to power future electric Ford and Lincoln vehicles.
Ford announces $11.4 billion investment for EV and battery production at brand new Tennessee, Kentucky plants
Read full article: Ford announces $11.4 billion investment for EV and battery production at brand new Tennessee, Kentucky plantsFord Motor Company plans to invest $11.4 billion and create nearly 11,000 new jobs at three new plants in Tennessee and Kentucky to produce the automaker’s next generation of electric F-Series trucks and the batteries to power future electric Ford and Lincoln vehicles.
Magna announces $70 million EV battery facility for Michigan
Read full article: Magna announces $70 million EV battery facility for MichiganMagna International is breaking ground on a $70 million manufacturing facility in St. Clair, Mich. where it plans to build complex battery enclosures for the all-new 2022 GMC Hummer EV. This investment is expected to create 304 jobs in St. Clair over the next five years. AdIn St. Clair, Magna said it plans to construct a 345,000-square-foot facility with the ability to support an expansion of up to 1,000,000 square feet. AdMeanwhile, it was announced earlier this year that the Hummer EV would be built under the GMC brand name at GM’s “Factory Zero” facility at the Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant. That was announced right after GM said it would invest more than $2 billion in Detroit to manufacture electric vehicles.
Arctic air advisory in Michigan: Tips for keeping cars in shape for travel
Read full article: Arctic air advisory in Michigan: Tips for keeping cars in shape for travelDETROIT – Temperatures are expected to hover in the teens and single digits throughout this week in Michigan, with wind chills dipping into the negatives. AAA is issuing its own statewide Arctic air advisory and offering the following tips for drivers to help keep their vehicles ready for travel in the cold temps:Battery – Have charging system tested to ensure it’s fully charged and in good condition. Engine Coolant – Use one that provides anti-freeze protection down to the lowest temperatures you are likely to encounter; -30oF/-34oC is a good guideline. If you don’t have access to a garage, put a tarp over the hood or park in a wind-protected area. Here’s what you should do to prepare for a dead battery:Always travel with a cell phone and car charger.
Ford to build electric truck center in Dearborn, add 300 jobs
Read full article: Ford to build electric truck center in Dearborn, add 300 jobsDEARBORN, Mich. – Ford says it will add 300 jobs at a new factory that’s being built to assemble batteries and manufacture an electric version of the F-150 pickup truck. The new plant -- called the Rouge Electric Vehicle Center -- is being built at the Ford Rouge complex in Dearborn, Michigan, where Ford is starting to produce a new version of the F-150 that’s due in showrooms this November. This short video shows an animation of the center construction:“We are proud today to announce for our Ford UAW members and our nation that Ford is building this new plant to assemble the truck of the future -- a battery electric Ford F-150," reads a statement from United Auto Workers (UAW) Ford Vice President Gerald Kariem. Ford says the new electric truck will go on sale in mid-2022. Here’s some bonus video from Ford showing the all-electric F-150 prototype testing:
Man killed, woman injured in shooting on Detroits east side
Read full article: Man killed, woman injured in shooting on Detroits east sideDETROIT A shooting on Detroits east side left one man dead and one woman in serious condition on Monday morning. Officials say a shooting occurred at about 4 a.m. in the 13200 block of Gable Street. Detroit police found the body of a 24-year-old man in the street when they arrived at the scene. A 24-year-old woman was also shot during the incident. Stay with Local 4 News and ClickOnDetroit as we provide updates on this developing story.
Man assaults Detroit gas station clerk after being asked to wear face mask, police say
Read full article: Man assaults Detroit gas station clerk after being asked to wear face mask, police sayOfficials say at around 10:57 a.m. the man entered a gas station in the 2000 block of East Jefferson Avenue without wearing a face mask. When an employee told the man that a face mask was required to receive service, he became enraged and began making threats, police say. Officials say the man then pushed in the security screen window that separates the employee from the customers. The employee was struck in the body by the screen window, according to police. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detroit Police Department’s 7th precinct at 313-596-5740 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak Up.