Michigan, EV

EV battery company to close two Michigan plants, lay off 188 workers
An electric vehicle battery company will permanently close two of its Michigan plants in April, laying off 188 workers. Akasol, a German company that was acquired by BorgWarner in 2022, filed a notice with the state of Michigan on Feb. 11 announcing plans to close two of its plants in Hazel Park and Warren.
EV battery producer to close plants in Macomb, Oakland counties, move to South Carolina
An automotive supplier plans to shut down two facilities in Macomb and Oakland counties and lay off dozens of workers this spring. Akasol Inc., which is a subsidiary of BorgWarner in Auburn Hills, said it is closing sites in Hazel Park and Warren permanently and will move operations to South Carolina.
Toyota to transfer LG Energy battery order to Michigan plant
Toyota Motor has agreed to transfer its order for LG Energy Solution vehicle batteries to a Michigan plant that General Motors is exiting, the Japanese automaker confirmed Tuesday. GM in December said it would sell its stake in the plant,
Toyota is supporting LG battery plant with $1.5 billion order
Toyota Motor Corp. has agreed to shift a $1.5 billion order with LG Energy Solution to bolster operations at a Michigan battery plant after General Motors Co. backed out of the project, according to people familiar with the matter.
Toyota steps in to support Michigan EV battery plant with $1.5B order after GM backs out
In a turn of events, Toyota is stepping in to support LG Energy Solution’s EV battery plant in Michigan. Toyota reportedly placed a $1.5 billion order to boost operations at the facility after GM backed out.
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BorgWarner Subsidiary Akasol to Close Michigan Facilities in Hazel Park and Warren, 188 Jobs to Be Cut
Akasol Inc. to close two Michigan battery facilities, cutting 188 jobs, and moving operations to South Carolina.
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Spartans slip two spots in AP women’s Top 25 after loss to unranked Michigan
South Carolina dropped to fourth after seeing its ... Two of the three teams atop the SEC face off in a key conference showdown. Mid-Michigan weather: Calm returns after burst of snow ...
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2026 South Carolina edge offered by Esposito
Michigan extended a scholarship offer to 2026 edge prospect Julian Walker on Thursday morning, he reported via his Twitter account. The Wolverines join Missouri, South Carolina and Virginia Tech ...
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2025 Women's March Madness odds: South Carolina favored; Texas moves up
They are 24-1 and have ranked wins over Louisville, South Carolina, Michigan, Baylor, Maryland, Ohio State and Michigan State. The one blemish on the Bruins' record is a 71-60 loss to USC on Feb.
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2025 Women's March Madness odds: South Carolina favored; UCLA rising
Going back to UCLA, the Bruins are 23-0 and have ranked wins over Louisville, South Carolina, Michigan, Baylor, Maryland and Ohio State this season. Still, as of last week, they were fifth on the ...
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Michigan football 2026 target Bear McWhorter sets commitment date, reveals top 5
Michigan football recruiting is picking up for the 2026 recruiting cycle, but it's been something of a slow burn rather than ...
Women’s college basketball national title odds: UConn emerges as favorite after blowout win at South Carolina
UConn has emerged as the national title favorite after beating defending champion South Carolina by 29 on the road.
UCLA, South Carolina, Texas and Notre Dame are No. 1 seeded teams in first NCAA Tournament reveal
UCLA, South Carolina, Texas and Notre Dame would be the No. 1 seeds in the women's NCAA Tournament if it began now. The NCAA ...