In 1914 Ford implemented a pay of $5 per day to help retain employees. Adjusted for inflation that would equal $19 an hour today. WWJ's John McElroy has more. 

Auto Insight: Ford's 1914  pay of $5 per day would be $19 an hour today

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A lofty goal, Mazda wants no fatalities in its cars by 2040. WWJ's John McElroy has more. 

Auto Insight: Mazda aiming for zero fatalities by 2040

After making shareholders millions, Tesla's stocks are plummeting. 

Auto Insight: Tesla market cap plummets

On a new Automotive Insight, WWJ Business Analyst Jon McIlroy says consumers shopping for a new vehicle need to think about more than just the price of the vehicle itself. With insurance rates on the rise, the car you buy can impact your insurance rates.

Auto Insight: Looking for a new car? Don't forget to factor in rising insurance costs

Michigan's roads are getting better, but not fast enough. WWJ's John McElroy wonders if toll roads are the way to go. 

Auto Insight: Michigan has a big decision on roads coming its way

Automakers said that after COVID, they learned a lesson about keeping high inventory for their OEMs. But now, that's changed. WWJ's John McElroy has more. 

Auto Insight: Ford's 1914 pay of $5 per day would be $19 an hour today

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