Manufacturing in the Middle of COVID-19 Pandemic March 18, 2020 Manufacturing has been in the middle of the outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19) from the start. The impact is expanding as the virus spreads.
Ford Suspends Dividend, Taps Credit Lines Because of COVID-19 Pandemic March 19, 2020 Ford Motor Co. said today it’s suspending its stock dividend and tapping credits lines to ensure it has enough cash amid the outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Ford Works With 3M, GE, UAW to Speed Output of Respirators, Ventilators March 24, 2020 Ford Motor Co. said it's working with 3M and GE Healthcare to increase the production of medical equipment because of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
Fiat Chrysler Expands Coronavirus Relief Actions March 27, 2020 Fiat Chrysler Automobiles announced additional actions to assist with COVID-19 efforts, including the production of protective face masks.
Durable Goods Orders Rise in February March 27, 2020 Durable goods orders rose in February before the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) began to hit the U.S. economy.
Auto Suppliers, in Survey, Say COVID-19 Hitting Their Operations March 31, 2020 Automotive suppliers participating in a global survey said the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is hitting their operations, with major uncertainty about what’s next.
Auto Program of American Iron and Steel Institutes Names New VP February 25, 2020 The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) announced that John Catterall, former executive director of the Auto/Steel Partnership and an automotive engineering veteran, has been named vice president, automotive program, for AISI effective March 1.
GM Posts Quarterly Loss on Strike February 6, 2020 GM Motors Co. today posted a fourth-quarter loss because of a strike by the United Auto Workers. GM also posted a lower full-year profit because of the walkout.
UAW Negotiations Failed to Make Major Changes, Panel Says January 15, 2020 The 2019 negotiations between the United Auto Workers and Detroit-area automakers didn’t make major changes in the labor situation at the companies, a panel of labor analysts and former executives said today.
Consumers Have Mixed Feelings About EVs, Deloitte Says January 7, 2020 Consumers participating in a global survey have mixed feelings about electric vehicles, viewing such vehicles as environmentally friendly while still having concern about battery range.
