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Ford’s Q2 Earnings Beat Gloomy Expectations with $561M Profit

Ford’s been hit harder than other automakers with the ongoing semiconductor shortage and CEO Jim Farley’s spent much of the past few months lowering expectations for the company’s second quarter financial results. However, the numbers are in and the automaker turned a profit during the period. Find out more at TheDetroitBureau.com.

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TheDetroitBureau Launches "Headlight News" Podcast

Now you can check out the latest news and features from TheDetroitBureau.com — even while driving. And, no, we’re not promoting distracted driving. Just “tune in” to our new podcast, Headlight News. It’s a weekly roundup of news, features, reviews and more. Check it out at TheDetroitBureau.com.

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Biden Set to Toughen Emissions Rules — But Critics Complain Plan Falls Short

The Biden White House is expected to release new automotive emissions standards that, while reversing rollbacks made under President Donald Trump, still fall short of the mandates set during the Obama administration. Find out more at TheDetroitBureau.com.

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Nissan Delivers a Surprise: A Profit

Nissan Motor Co. delivered an unexpectedly upbeat financial report Wednesday, not only announcing a $688.6 million profit for the April-June quarter but also upping its earnings outlook for the entire year. Get details at TheDetroitBureau.com.

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New EV and Hybrid Sales Remain Hot But Value Can be Found in Used Market

Sales of new electrified vehicle sales jumped more than 200% during the second quarter as gas prices remain high. With the prices of new vehicles rising across the board, potential EV or hybrid buyers looking for a deal need only wander over to the used car lot. Get details at TheDetroitBureau.com.

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New Vehicle Sales Moving Down in July

Sales of new vehicles are continuing to show signs of slowdown in July despite strong consumer demand. Automakers are expected to face another decline in the hot sales market this month due to falling inventory levels related to the chip shortage, reports TheDetroitBureau.com.

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AutoBio Creates Electronic Brag Book for Your Car

Paul Rooprai realized after a visit to the Porsche Museum, he couldn’t keep track of everything he photographed and logged in his smartphone. That gave birth to the idea of allowing car fans to scan QR codes to get information about cars they’re interested in at car shows, museums or anywhere else and AutoBio was born. Find out more about it at TheDetroitBureau.com.

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Ford Tabs Detroit Suburb as Home of Ion Park Battery Hub

Now past the “what kind of EVs will we make,” Ford is now focused on “how will we get the batteries we need and make them better” portion of its electrification program. That stage now has a home: Ford Ion Park. The company will invest $185 million in its new global battery center of excellence, reports TheDetroitBureau.com.

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Faith in Self-Driving, Ride-Hailing Vehicles Depends on Age

When self-driving cars first showed up, they were hailed as a way for seniors to remain active and independent without needed to be able to drive. After some initial skepticism by many, attitudes are changing, much of that seemingly dependent upon just how old you are, according to a new study. Get the story at TheDetroitBureau.com.

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Toyota Teases TRD Pro Tundra Ahead of September Reveal

Toyota has some big news in the making. Big, as in a replacement for its biggest model. Big, as in a bigger version of the current Toyota Tundra. The maker’s looking to replicate some of the success enjoyed by its midsize Tacoma. Get a look at TheDetroitBureau.com.

TheDetroitBureau Launches “Headlight News” Podcast

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Biden Set to Toughen Emissions Rules — But Critics Complain Plan Falls Short

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Nissan Delivers a Surprise: A Profit

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New EV and Hybrid Sales Remain Hot But Value Can be Found in Used Market

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New Vehicle Sales Moving Down in July

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AutoBio Creates Electronic Brag Book for Your Car

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Ford Tabs Detroit Suburb as Home of Ion Park Battery Hub

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Faith in Self-Driving, Ride-Hailing Vehicles Depends on Age

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Toyota Teases TRD Pro Tundra Ahead of September Reveal

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Ford’s Q2 Earnings Beat Gloomy Expectations with $561M Profit

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New Vehicle Sales Moving Down in July

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AutoBio Creates Electronic Brag Book for Your Car

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Ford Tabs Detroit Suburb as Home of Ion Park Battery Hub

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Faith in Self-Driving, Ride-Hailing Vehicles Depends on Age

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Toyota Teases TRD Pro Tundra Ahead of September Reveal

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Ford’s Q2 Earnings Beat Gloomy Expectations with $561M Profit

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TheDetroitBureau Launches “Headlight News” Podcast

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Biden Set to Toughen Emissions Rules — But Critics Complain Plan Falls Short

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Nissan Delivers a Surprise: A Profit

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New EV and Hybrid Sales Remain Hot But Value Can be Found in Used Market

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Ford’s Q2 Earnings Beat Gloomy Expectations with $561M Profit

TheDetroitBureau Launches "Headlight News" Podcast

Biden Set to Toughen Emissions Rules — But Critics Complain Plan Falls Short

Nissan Delivers a Surprise: A Profit

New EV and Hybrid Sales Remain Hot But Value Can be Found in Used Market

New Vehicle Sales Moving Down in July

AutoBio Creates Electronic Brag Book for Your Car

Ford Tabs Detroit Suburb as Home of Ion Park Battery Hub

Faith in Self-Driving, Ride-Hailing Vehicles Depends on Age

Toyota Teases TRD Pro Tundra Ahead of September Reveal

Ford’s Q2 Earnings Beat Gloomy Expectations with $561M Profit

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