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Auto Dealers to President-Elect Trump: ‘Let Consumers Drive the Market, Not Mandates’
EV surplus highlights disconnect between government policies and consumer preferences, say dealers.
By Nancy Dunham • Dec. 20, 2024 -
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Ford was plagued by recalls in 2024
The automaker has issued 62 separate recalls this year, the second-most among the Detroit Three, according to the NHTSA.
By Eric Walz • Dec. 19, 2024 -
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Aggressive driving, speeding, distractions kill thousands, AAA says
Drivers acknowledge that certain driving behaviors are dangerous but continue to engage in them, according to an AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety report.
By Dan Zukowski • Dec. 19, 2024 -
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Fed trims main interest rate, signals prospect of less easing in 2025
Policymakers reduced the benchmark interest despite signs that their nearly three-year fight to push down inflation to their 2% target has stalled.
By Jim Tyson • Updated Dec. 18, 2024 -
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Europe’s Biggest Political Party Rides to the Rescue of Domestic Automakers
The EPP is said to be about to join calls for a weakening of EU CO2 emissions targets that would cost European automakers billions in fines as BEV take-up remains sluggish.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 11, 2024 -
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Discounted BEVs Only Bright Spot in Declining U.K. November New-Vehicle Registrations
Industry body data reveals cash-squeezed consumers continue to shun the new-car market while used vehicles provide better value for money.
Dec. 6, 2024 -
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GM recalls 132K pickups for tailgates that can open while driving
The automaker issued a previous recall in February for up to 570,434 pickups for the same issue.
By Eric Walz • Dec. 5, 2024 -
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Trump taps Peter Navarro as lead trade advisor
The former Trump administration official will return to the White House to advance the president-elect's trade and manufacturing agendas.
By Kate Magill • Dec. 4, 2024 -
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Time to Rethink Automotive Regulations
Instead of different agencies writing rules that duplicate what’s being done, or even conflict with each other, why not have one office of automotive regulation?
By John McElroy • Dec. 4, 2024 -
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Stellantis to Shut Historic U.K. Vauxhall Plant as Automakers Call for BEV Mandate Relaxation
Consumer slowdown in BEV demand prompts plant closure and boosts growing calls for the U.K. government to adjust sales targets that could cost automakers billions in fines.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 27, 2024 -
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EU Hits State-subsidized Chinese BEVs With Tariffs Up to 35.3%
With talks aimed at finding an EU-China deal ongoing, industry analyst Matthias Schmidt says a solution between the two “is still possible which could be minimum pricing or a form of quotas.”
By Sara Lewis • Nov. 27, 2024 -
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Trump taps Jamieson Greer as USTR
The international trade lawyer would lead the agency as the new administration embarks on an aggressive tariff agenda against China and other countries.
By Kate Magill • Nov. 27, 2024 -
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Hyundai recalls 145K vehicles over loss of power
The integrated charging control unit for Genesis and Ioniq brand models may fail to charge the vehicle’s battery.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 26, 2024 -
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$35K overtime salary threshold back in effect
A federal judge ruled that the Department of Labor’s 2024 rule exceeded the agency’s authority and is unlawful.
By Ginger Christ • Nov. 22, 2024 -
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NHTSA finalizes ‘significant’ updates to its 5-star safety ratings program
The changes are intended to make roads safer by encouraging automakers to add pedestrian protection technology to their vehicles.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 21, 2024 -
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Trump selects Howard Lutnick as commerce secretary
The Cantor Fitzgerland CEO will be responsible for delivering Trump’s promise of a 60% tariff on goods from China.
By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 20, 2024 -
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Experts: Tax Cars on Weight, Mileage to Promote ‘Green’ Transport
Book by U.K. emissions experts suggests simplified road taxing model could promote green choices for consumers whether BEV or carbon-neutral ICE.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 20, 2024 -
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NHTSA fines Ford $165M for slow response to safety recall
The agency says Ford did not fully comply with a 2020 recall of 620,000 vehicles for a rear backup camera fault.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 18, 2024 -
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Automatic emergency braking is making progress at slow speeds: AAA
The technology helped model year 2024 vehicles avoid 100% of crashes at 35 miles per hour, but work is still needed to improve safety at higher speeds.
By Kalena Thomhave • Nov. 18, 2024 -
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Chery’s BEV Production Plant in Spain Delayed Again
Chinese automaker's Ebro partner adamant that the project is not being canceled in light of China's automakers being told to shun pro-tariff nations.
By Paul Myles • Nov. 14, 2024 -
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GM recalls 462K pickups, SUVs for potential rear wheel lock-up
The transmission control valve is susceptible to excessive wear on the vehicles equipped with diesel engines.
By Eric Walz • Updated Dec. 3, 2024 -
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Musk a Key Trump Ally in Supporting EV Rollbacks
Despite being in the EV business, Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk, a key advisor to and influencer with Donald Trump, has reasons to want the federal mandates and price supports for electric vehicles and hydrogen-powered semi-trucks rolled back.
By David Kiley • Nov. 14, 2024 -
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NHTSA probes 1.4M Honda vehicles for engine failures
The agency is assessing whether a connecting rod bearing issue was missed in a previous recall.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 14, 2024 -
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Canadian, Mexican Auto Sectors View Trump Victory With Unease
President-elect Donald Trump told the Detroit Economic Club on Oct. 11 that the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement will be reviewed in 2026. Any party can quit the free-trade deal with six months’ notice.
By Keith Nuthall • Nov. 12, 2024 -
Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
Ford recalls 25K F-Series Super Duty pickups over tailgate camera fault
The automaker’s investigation into warranty claims revealed that the camera bracket had not been designed or tested for potential water intrusion before being introduced in series production.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 8, 2024
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