Tag archives for Detroit
Are Entrepreneurs (i.e. White People) Bad for Detroit?
Detroit entrepreneurs are getting a bad rap in the Motor City. So are white people really bad for Detroit?
Ford and GM to Join Forces On Fuel Efficient Transmission Systems
On Monday, Ford Motor Co. and General Motors (GM) inked an agreement that links both companies to develop next generation transmissions for cars and trucks.
10 Sustainable Business Trends Underway in Detroit
Let me share some developments pointing to why I believe Detroit’s transformation is turning the city into an exciting sustainability laboratory.
How GM, Chevrolet Help Truckers Avoid Idling & Reduce C02 Emissions
Yesterday Chevrolet announced that it would support IdleAir and its technology, which allows truckers to avoid idling during their rest breaks.
Via Motors Brings Electric Plug-in Heft to the Truck
Last week’s North American International Show featured several hybrid, electric and plug-in (PHEV) vehicles on the floor of COBO Hall. Among them was Via Motors, which unveiled the concept E-REV VTRUX, a retrofitted General Motors (GM) pickup truck--the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado, to be ...
Why More Automakers Must Focus on Commercial Vehicles’ Mileage Rates
Commercial vehicles' mileage will be more important for companies like Ford as they are an important slice of the pie for many automakers.
Ford’s Green River Rouge is American Industry at Its Mightiest
Motor Co.’s River Rouge plant in Dearborn is one of the most impressive factories on earth.
The Burj Khalifa, Even Better in Legos
The Burj Khalifa is a magnificent construction feat, even if much of it still is empty. But the Legos version at The Henry Ford is almost more impressive!
Video: How Ford Has Recycled 120 Million Pounds of Car Parts
In my most recent article on Earth911, I cover the 10 year anniversary of Ford Motor’s car parts recycling program; this video shines light on how Ford recycles.
Some Top Twitter Moments of 2012
Twitter has been my M.O. the last last few years, from professional networking to its usefulness as a news feed. And some moments have been hilarious.
Can #GivingTuesday Bring Back The True Meaning of Giving?
Giving Tuesday is an initiative that seeks to bring together individuals and companies to rethink what it means to participate in this annual giving season.
EV Review: New Chevrolet Spark EV Surprises with Powerful Torque and Road Handling
The Spark’s “green” credentials comes with performance that will shock many drivers with its powerful torque, spry road handling and entertainment options.