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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 -
Courtesy of Nissan
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 -
Courtesy of General Motors
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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Column
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 -
Courtesy of American Honda Motor Co.
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 -
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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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4 employment actions to expect under a second Trump presidency
Employers are likely to see immigration raids, agency chair replacements and a slowing in regulatory activity, experts at Littler predicted.
By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 6, 2024 -
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Transparency on carbon credits’ quality is ‘critical’ for reducing corporate emissions, experts say
Verra CEO Mandy Rambharos said companies purchasing carbon credits should be able to understand where those credits come from and feel confident listing it as a decarbonization investment.
By Zoya Mirza • Nov. 4, 2024 -
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China Tells Automakers to Shun EU Tariff-Supporting Countries
Chinese BEV makers being instructed to punish EU nations that voted for tariffs against their unfairly state-subsidized products by ditching investment plans and focus on nations that were against trade penalties.
By Paul Myles • Oct. 31, 2024 -
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Chinese Trade Retaliation Fear as Europe Enacts Tariffs on Imported BEVs
EU tariffs against unfair state subsidies for Chinese BEV makers come into force as China files WTO lawsuit in protest.
By Paul Myles • Oct. 30, 2024 -
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CEOs struggle to meet net-zero targets due to decarbonization challenges: KPMG
CEOs pointed to the complexity of cutting supply chain emissions and implementing sustainable solutions as challenges affecting their net-zero target strategies.
By Suman Bhattacharyya • Oct. 29, 2024 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
Stellantis recalls 21K vehicles for ‘brake pedal collapse’
The automaker is advising drivers to use the electronic parking brake to slow the vehicle to a stop if the brake fault occurs.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 28, 2024 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Opinion
Industry Voices | Is CFPB’s Focus on Junk Fees Justified?
The CFPB’s ongoing campaign against what it terms “junk fees” doesn’t reflect consumer experience in the auto lending space, based on what consumers are actually complaining about.
By Tom Oscherwitz • Oct. 28, 2024 -
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FTC appeals Texas noncompete ban decision to 5th Circuit
This marks the commission’s second such appeal in as many months.
By Ryan Golden • Oct. 23, 2024 -
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Honda recalls nearly 721K vehicles for potential fuel leak
The recall, which stems from an investigation that began last year, covers certain Accord, CR-V and Civic models.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 22, 2024 -
Courtesy of Tesla Inc.
NHTSA opens safety probe for up to 2.4M Tesla vehicles
One of the incidents under investigation is a fatal collision with a pedestrian while the Full Self-Driving feature was active.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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German Chancellor Attacks EU BEV Tariffs
Chancellor Olaf Scholz warns a trade battle with China will hurt German automakers while Mercedes claims a potential 96% battery materials recovery rate from its new plant.
By Paul Myles • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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Volkswagen’s U.K. Financial Unit Fined $7M for Unfair Treatment of Vulnerable Customers
The regulator accuses Volkswagen Finance U.K. of, among other things, repossessing vulnerable customers' vehicles without considering other options.
By Paul Myles • Oct. 21, 2024 -
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The auto industry’s cybersecurity challenges are mounting, experts say
Regulators could soon impose more cybersecurity requirements on OEMs and their suppliers.
By Michael Brady • Oct. 18, 2024 -
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Most Brit Drivers Plan Indefinite ICE Ownership If Government Forces New Car Ban
Calling time on ICE will see an aging private car fleet in the U.K., survey of motorists suggests.
By Paul Myles • Oct. 16, 2024
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