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Desert Testing Attracts Major Automakers To Arizona

A 2018 Ford Expedition being tested in Arizona Proving Grounds. (Casey Kuhn/KJZZ)
A 2018 Ford Expedition being tested in Arizona Proving Grounds. (Casey Kuhn/KJZZ)

People across the country move to the desert because of the warm winter weather. Desert conditions also bring major auto companies looking to test out brand new cars.

KJZZ’s Casey Kuhn (@CaseyAtTheDesk) reports how Arizona’s test tracks are a major part of the car business.

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