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Subaru of America (Subaru Corp. NASDAQ: FUJHF) today showed its most efficient model, the 2027 model year Forester Wilderness Hybrid. The newest addition to the Subaru Wilderness line has a fuel-efficient Subaru Hybrid powertrain with what’s claimed to be up to 25% better fuel economy. While Subaru is late to expand in the growing hybrid powertrain segment, it is becoming more aligned with global markets.*
“The Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid retains the same 9.3-inch ground clearance, X-MODE® Dual Mode System, Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, upgraded suspension, and all-terrain tires as the non-hybrid model,” Subaru said in a release. Continue reading
Webasto Detroit – Another UAW Supply Chain Win
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Workers at Webasto Detroit voted 276-133 in a National Labor Relations Board election to form a union. Workers at Webasto Detroit have been organizing for 2.5 years before the election, over concerns about favoritism, bullying by management, overwork, and scheduling issues,” the UAW said in a release. Webasto Detroit produces hard top roofs, primarily for the Ford Bronco.*
“Tonight, I am proud to welcome Webasto Detroit workers to the UAW family. These workers fought for years to form their union and faced another tough fight from the boss in this election. But they believed in one another and never gave up,” said UAW Region 1A Director Mark DePaoli. “Webasto Detroit workers have won a collective voice on the job, and now they’ll begin working to win the fair pay, time off, and safer working conditions they deserve.”** Continue reading →