UAW resort losing millions
Union funds Black Lake golf course
BY TIM HIGGINS • FREE PRESS BUSINESS WRITER • September 7, 2008
BLACK LAKE — Down a lonely country road far from the interstate hangs a banner at the UAW’s golf course: "Public welcome."
But a review of the golf course and adjacent education center’s financial statements indicate that [...]
Monday, September 8, 2008
Nader opposes fed help for Big 3
Jennifer Chambers / The Detroit News
DETROIT — Independent presidential contender Ralph Nader lambasted Detroit automakers Sunday for what he called decades of poor decision-making and said they do not deserve a federal bailout to save their hemorrhaging industry.
"The taxpayer should not be played for a sucker," [...]
Cobalt transaction prices are up $775 since April
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Amy Wilson
Automotive News | September 8, 2008 – 12:01 am EST
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Chevrolet plans to replace the Cobalt, shown, with the Cruze. Until the Cruze arrives in 2010, GM plans special packages for the Cobalt to keep [...]
GM: Currency shift stalled Astra
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Amy Wilson
Automotive News | September 8, 2008 – 12:01 am EST
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Since January, the Saturn Astra’s price has risen from $15,995 to $16,495.
CHICAGO — The Saturn Astra [...]
Back in business?
Large pickups stage a comeback in August. But is it the real deal?
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Amy Wilson
Automotive News | September 8, 2008 – 12:01 am EST
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The Chevrolet Silverado: America’s top-selling light vehicle in August.
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Detroit’s best bets for cash: Feds, UAW
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Jesse Snyder
Automotive News | September 8, 2008 – 12:01 am EST
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Can Chrysler peddle Viper?
Despite high-profile efforts to shop brands like Hummer or nameplates like [...]
