Not to mention this article from a month ago about the development of large empty industrial site in Metro Detroit. Massive unproductive structures being town down to make way for new industrial buildings that will provide jobs and grow the tax base of the respective cities. No doubt that while these facilities don't explicitly bring in these new auto jobs, they'll be important puzzle pieces for suppliers and distributors involved in the supply chain.

It really cant be overstated, I don't think, Ford's development at the MCS either. They are going to be deciding the future of the company there essentially.

Shame we can't attract any European or Japanese automakers to the area. Had VW stayed in Auburn hills through the troubles of 2008 I don't think they would have left the area today. Perhaps even moved to the city proper.