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The EV1 was the first modern, mass-produced electric vehicle from a major automaker — pioneering some technologies you can still find in today's EVs. But the model was controversial, and short-lived.

We discussed what’s ahead for Stellantis now that the auto giant’s CEO has stepped down. Then, we met the man behind a well-loved coffee house and community space in Hamtramck. Plus, Alma Cooper on her journey through the Michigan pageant circuit to the Miss USA crown.

General Motors will pay nearly $146 million in penalties to the federal government because 5.9 million of its older vehicles do not comply with emissions and fuel economy standards.

State funding for economic development is a hot topic. Today, we get details on what companies starting EV battery plants in Michigan have delivered. Also, artist Elizabeth Youngblood talks about getting abstract forms to express an almost spiritual sense of time and change. And podcaster Courtney Andersen on upfront sobriety.

General Motors will move its Detroit headquarters to a new downtown office building next year and redevelop its iconic home along the Detroit River.

General Motors and other automakers are playing fast and loose with data gathered from newer-model, internet-connected vehicles. On this episode of the Stateside podcast we look at how this data is collected, and how it’s funneled to insurance companies, sometimes in violation of privacy policies as customers understand them.

The long game for electric vehicles, intergenerational and community gardening in Ypsilanti and a discussion with the chef and co-owner of one of Detroit's hottest independent pizzerias.

The importance of auto shows in flux, new international bridge opening delayed, and behind the scenes with a Traverse City based mixed media artist.

In 2023 we saw the historic UAW Stand Up strikes, lower than anticipated EV sales, and the Detroit Three began staking their claim in the tech industry.

Yesterday union workers approved a UAW contract with General Motors. There are enough "yes" votes at Stellantis and Ford to close contract deals as well.