The auto industry is bracing for a shortage of repair and maintenance technicians as the field feels pinch of an aging workforce nearing retirement.
Author: Phoebe Wall Howard
‘Shake up’ UAW, purge staff, prepare to strike: Document reveals Shawn Fain’s draft plans
Internal documents sent to Shawn Fain, who’s running ahead in the vote count to lead the UAW, describe potential buyouts and strategy for the new UAW.
Ford F-150 Lightning owners aren’t like traditional pickup buyers: What they do differently
Customer survey data reveals big differences between the all-electric and gas-powered pickup drivers, the USA TODAY Network has learned.
Ford CEO says automaker needs ‘totally different talent’ to meet goals. Here’s why
Ford CEO Jim Farley said the company requires “totally different talent” to accomplish its goals, then he explains why.
Top UAW official gives a glimpse into strategy, what’s ahead
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Filmmaker ships his 1997 Ford Fiesta from France to US for one final journey
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Ford F-150 windshield wiper recall a problem for automaker plagued with safety issues
With latest F-150 recall, Ford has issued more safety repair alerts than all competitors. The company had 63 recalls affecting 8.1 million vehicles.
Elon Musk is making automakers uncomfortable on Twitter
Elon Musk and the Twitter controversy create unique challenges for automakers.