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Stellantis, GM, and the LA Olympics

Stellantis shifts, GM redesigns, and looking ahead to the 2028 Olympics.
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Stellantis, GM, and the LA Olympics

Stellantis Shifts Focus and Jobs in Dodge/Ram Revamp

Dodge is electrifying its muscle-car lineup with the new Charger Daytona, featuring the "Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust" system that mimics the sound of a traditional roaring engine—keeping muscle car fans happy even in an EV.

Stellantis is also shifting production from the Ram 1500 Classic to the new Ram 1500 Tradesman, impacting jobs and production locations.

  • Ram 1500 Classic production ends, leading to up to 2,450 layoffs at Warren Truck Assembly Plant.
  • New Ram 1500 Tradesman production moves to Sterling Heights Assembly.
  • Affected workers will receive:
  • — One year of supplemental unemployment benefits.
  • — Two years of healthcare coverage will be provided during the transition.

GM Elevates the Terrain with New Design

General Motors has unveiled the redesigned GMC Terrain which now features a new "Elevation" model as the entry-level trim. The compact crossover boasts a rugged exterior and a tech-heavy interior with 26-inch screens, including a 15-inch center touchscreen.

This invites us to ask once again, “Do car-makers know it’s illegal to look at our phones while we drive?”

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These updates are part of GM's strategy to streamline the Terrain lineup while enhancing safety and convenience. The new Terrain will hit showrooms later this year, and pricing details will follow.

LA's Ambitious “No-Car” 2028 Olympics Plan

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Los Angeles is aiming for a "no-car" Olympic Games in 2028. Mayor Karen Bass is leading efforts to expand public transit and reduce traffic during the event.

The plan involves completing 28 transit projects by 2028, and promoting remote work and flexible schedules.

If successful, this could reshape LA's car-centric culture and showcase the potential of public transit in one of the world's most congested cities.

It’s like grandma always used to say: “Have you tried throwing 28 city buses at the problem?” She was a wild one.

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