auto industry

First, new leadership at Stellantis. Then, two Michigan students talk DEI. And the ins-and-outs of shipwreck salvage from Points North.

First, we explore what President Trump's proposed changes to auto tariffs could mean for Michigan. Then, we'll meet the Scarab Club's first Black, woman gallery director.

Before a rally in Michigan on Tuesday, President Trump signed actions to give automakers a break from some tariffs. NPR speaks with Macomb County Chief Executive Mark Hackel about the reprieve.

A conversation on the effects Trump’s wide-reaching tariffs could have on the Michigan auto industry.

Trump announced widespread tariffs on U.S. trading partners Wednesday. The next day, a 25% tariff on automobiles takes effect. Another tariff on auto parts is expected by May 3.

Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens said that closeness between Detroit and Windsor is what makes the threat of a trade war so jarring.

President Donald Trump levied tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports, with no exemptions. The tariff is more strict than previous tariffs and is expected to be effective on March 12.

In this week’s It’s Just Politics newsletter, Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta explore what Governor Gretchen Whitmer said in her big speech this week at the Detroit Auto Show (and why she said it now). Plus, Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt throws his hat in the ring for Michigan governor in 2026, and the latest changes to Michigan’s tipped wage and sick time leave laws.

In today’s podcast, a look into what is happening with a big regional automaker after their CEO's resignation.

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares is stepping down after nearly four years in the top spot of the carmaker that owns brands like Jeep and Ram and Citroën and Peugeot.