Reviving History: Ford Restores Michigan Central Station After an extensive six-year renovation by Ford Motor Company, Michigan Central unveiled the interior of the renovations to Michigan Central Station’s ground floor. This 30-acre tech and culture hub in Detroit, Michigan Central Station will unite leaders, thinkers, communities, and creators to accelerate bold ideas and technologies shaping the future. “Michigan Central means a great deal to us all. In many ways, this building tells the story of our city,” said Bill Ford, executive chair of Ford. From June 6-16, Ford and Michigan Central will host Michigan Central OPEN, inviting the community to celebrate this historic moment in Detroit’s history. Festivities will kick off with a sold-out show produced by the Emmy-winning Jesse Colling Entertainment, featuring a once-in-a-lifetime lineup of some of Detroit’s biggest stars, including #Eminem, #DianaRoss, and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, and appearances by local leaders and creators sharing stories of innovation and culture. Read more on the The New York Times: https://bit.ly/3Vajunn
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Detroit's impact on the automotive industry is one of the things that make the city unique! Learn more about the history of the Motor City at one of these great exhibits. https://lnkd.in/g2FVYZ2M
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Head-turning, life-affirming, spine-tingling - classic cars and their community evoke a bond with drivers, owners and fanatics worldwide. They are meant to be cherished, and in some cases restored to their former specifications, ready for their next custodian. But what exactly does restoration mean? And where do restomods fit in all of this? All of this and more uncovered for your reading pleasure in HBPR's recent blog post.
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As we say at Ford, be curious! Let's look at the history of Detroit. Did you know that the Cadillac car brand got its name from the French founder of Detroit? Founded as a city by Antoine de la mothe Cadillac, a French military leader and trader. Fort Pontchartrain du Detroit started as the new France fur trading post, it has French influence in the street layout of the city. Did you know that in 1920 it was the 4th largest America city (after New York, LA, and Chicago) and that at its population peak of 1.8M in 1950, Detroit was the nation's 5th largest US city? Original home to the native tribes Ojibwe (also called Chippewa), the Odawa (also called Ottowa), Huron, and the Potawatomi (also called the Bode'wadmi). Go Positively Speaking Up, Go Standing on the Shoulders of Giants, Go Always Deliver, Go Outpace the Competition, Go, Ford, Go Engineering, Go EV Revolution, Go Customer Experience, Go Design and Software Teams, Go UAW, Go Strategy Team, Go Auto, Go All Industries! #innovationliveshere #aheadofthecurve #diversityandinclusion #careabouteachother #opportunities #strategy #manufacturing #EVs #Blueovalcity #professionalism #deliver #innovationneversleeps #changingthegame #relentleespursuitofperfection #newageautomotivehistory
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Reading "New cars are 400kg heavier than seven years ago thanks to this vehicle type..." I came to the comparison what the extra 400Kg weight is akin too, and Good Old Simpsons done it again. This helps explains why the last 5 or more years the pothole crisis is well... A Crisis. I have been in deep thoughts on the pothole crisis here in Britain and there are so many more factors than just heavier vehicles, but that is still a main factor in the pothole crisis: 1. Vehilces are just getting heavier and heavier, in 7 years SUV full EV's will add another 500Kg or more to their current weight. 2. There are just and more vehicles on the road each in all category types of vehicles but the roads are not being developed to grow with this new wave of factors - Example: Old mix of Tarmac doesn't cut the mustard in the 21st Century. 2. Far more vehicles these days (compared to 20-25 years ago) are either '4 Wheel Drive' or 'All Wheel Drive'. So before this a car would only be placing engine power down to the tarmac with just 2 wheels. When more vehilces are 4x4 or AWD then that is a doubling of engine power per car being applied to the road surface causing more wear. 3. a. Tyres themselves are just larger in diameter and width placing a larger tyre footprint on the road causing more wear on the road. 3.b. Tyre compounds are far stronger, with more complex tread patterns creating more 'grip' on the road for safety, the downside to this advancement is more wear on the roads. (Compare a tyre for the standard main car 30 years ago). 4. Due to the extra weight, the extra size and the extra tyre advancements means the cars are now fitted with face ripping off brake discs on all 4 corners which results in far more road wear from all 4 tyres on vehicle (lorries are different many more tyres). 5.a. Car engines are massive powerhouses these days producing a family crossover the Grandlander from Vauxhall the sporty one is 300bhp. 300 bhp before the year 2000 in production cars (Nissan Pulsar was 200 bhp - this was the top hot hatch at the time). 5.b. So these even heavier, even larger, more wheel drived, bigger wheeled and tyred equiped with massive brakes are wearing the roads when stopping, but these big brutes of cars can also accelerate almost just as hard as they brake which of course causes 'More road wear'. 6. My last point here is just a thought on Climate Change or environmental and how these days Tarmac doesn't really smell like Tarmac any more. Years ago you could smell molten Tarmac being laid miles away, these days standing ride beside it you virtually smell nothing. So the Tar in the Mac is not so tar and is not as strong as it use to be. "The Simpsons - Main Street" https://lnkd.in/eDGAMtdc "New cars are 400kg heavier" https://lnkd.in/eepuYH-E
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As we say at Ford, be curious! Today 2/1 kicks off Black History Month. As a business is about the team, at every level learning about the experience helps bridge understanding. Take a moment during the month to engage and be curious. Here is a starter, a short story about McKinley Thompson, Ford's first African American automotive designer. He helped design the first Bronco, GT40, Thunderbird, and several others. As a trailblazer, McKinley’s resilience, brilliance, and creativity opened doors that were once closed. Go Standing of the Shoulders of Giants, Go Always Deliver, Go Outpace the Competition, Go, Ford, Go Engineering, Go EV Revolution, Go Customer Experience, Go Design and Software Teams, Go UAW, Go Strategy Team, Go Auto, Go All Industries! #innovationliveshere #aheadofthecurve #diversityandinclusion #careabouteachother #opportunities #strategy #manufacturing #EVs #Blueovalcity #professionalism #deliver #innovationneversleeps #changingthegame #relentleespursuitofperfection #newageautomotivehistory
McKinley Thompson: African American Auto Designer
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Detroit Auto Show Returning to January 🌐🔧 Since its debut in 1989, the North American International Auto Show (NAIA) has been synonymous with Detroit, and I'm thrilled to share that it's making a triumphant return to its roots in January. Here's why this shift in timing is not just a calendar adjustment but a strategic business move: 1. Less Competition, More Spotlight 🌆 Moving the Auto Show to September meant contending with a crowded events calendar in and around Detroit. Late summer and early fall see a myriad of events, diluting engagement for the Auto Show. Now, back in January, NAIA reclaims the spotlight, standing out in a season with fewer competing events, ensuring the automotive world's undivided attention. 2. Embracing the Detroit Brand ❄️🏙️ Detroit's brand is intertwined with its winter charm, and the automotive community has embraced this unique identity during NAIA. The colder weather becomes an integral part of the experience, attracting global visitors eager to immerse themselves in the city's history, culinary delights, and, yes, even its weather. Returning to January reinforces the authentic Detroit experience that has become synonymous with the Auto Show. 3. Top of Mind, Fresh Initiatives 🚀💡 Previously working in the automotive industry, I've witnessed the power of fresh ideas transforming into impactful actions during the Auto Show. Shifting the event to the beginning of the year aligns with the industry's rhythm. Companies kickstart the year with reorganizations, new budgets, and revitalized initiatives. NAIA becomes the epicenter where these ideas evolve into tangible actions, fostering innovation and collaboration. All in all, it will be amazing to see the Auto Show back in its natural element taking place in January and I’m excited to see the innovation and collaboration that comes from it.🌟🔧 Article: https://lnkd.in/eHUdNRrx #Automotive #Branding #Detroit
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Change is never easy, yet sometimes it's necessary. Overall, I think it's the right choice. The RenCen's silhouette has shaped the skyline and the community for decades. Though iconic, the building is outdated. This move provides an opportunity for innovation and reinvention. It could be what GM and Detroit needs. How do you feel about the change? #automotiveindustry #generalmotors #detroit https://lnkd.in/gpQPGvEY
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Three years ago, General Motors put out this ad, painting a picture of US catching up. Fast forward to today, and the topic is still hot. But here’s the thing—#EVs haven’t quite taken over the U.S. like they have in other parts of the world. So, what’s holding us back? Is it the charging infrastructure, the costs, or just old habits that die hard? It’s a mix of all these, but that doesn’t mean we can’t overcome them. Hasan Nergiz Alex Malouf Sal Jafar Katib Belkhodja We need to keep pushing the conversation forward and tackle these challenges head-on. The future is electric, and it’s time we make it happen. #EVs #Sustainability #ElectricVehicles
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As we say at Ford, be curious! Rearview Monday - Did you know the best-selling car in America is not a car, it's a truck? Let's ride with former President Bush as he gives Jay Leno a lift on a road in Texas. Listen in as the former president talks about the still-at-work 2013 F-150 King Ranch and the former first lady puts Jay to work. Go Positively Speaking Up, Go Standing on the Shoulders of Giants, Go Always Deliver, Go Outpace the Competition, Go, Ford, Go Engineering, Go EV Revolution, Go Customer Experience, Go Design and Software Teams, Go UAW, Go Strategy Team, Go Auto, Go All Industries! #innovationliveshere #aheadofthecurve #diversityandinclusion #careabouteachother #opportunities #strategy #manufacturing #EVs #Blueovalcity #deliver #innovationneversleeps #changingthegame #relentleespursuitofperfection #newageautomotivehistory
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