AD #3647 - UAW Plans Targeted Strike at Specific Plants; Ford Reveals Updated F-150; Hyundai To Adopt Gigacastings
About this episode
The discussion covers the looming UAW strike threat targeting specific Detroit automaker plants amid contract negotiations, with Ford responding by boosting wages and benefits. Ford also unveiled the refreshed 2024 F-150 featuring a new logo, a clever Pro Access tailgate, simplified ordering, and increased hybrid production. The episode highlights Hyundai's plan to adopt large casting technology to cut costs and manufacturing time, joining other automakers in this trend. Additionally, the European Union's investigation into Chinese EV subsidies and ongoing lawsuits against Hyundai and Kia over vehicle thefts are explored. The Battery Show in Michigan showcases emerging electrification tech.
F-150 Raptor
"...igher trim levels, modular bumpers for Tremor and Raptor, and a new Ford logo. Instead of chrome in the le..."
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