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Uber Hit by $324M Data Privacy Breach Fine in Europe
Dutch watchdog penalizes the ride-hail giant after hundreds of French drivers discover their personal data is sent to U.S. HQ.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 27, 2024 -
Courtesy of Cruise LLC
GM recalls entire Cruise fleet for unexpected braking
The NHTSA concluded that a software fault contributed to 10 crashes, four of which involved a vulnerable road user and resulted in injury.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 26, 2024 -
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European Commission Boosts Duty on Chinese BEVs
Tesla is among the companies targeted by the EC's trade defense tax increases.
By Greg Kable • Aug. 23, 2024 -
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Former GM manager sentenced to 2 years in prison for bribery
Hyoung Nam So was convicted for conspiring to solicit and receive a $5 million bribe from a South Korea-based supplier.
By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 22, 2024 -
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Judge strikes down FTC noncompete ban nationwide
The ruling comes just 15 days prior to the ban’s Sept. 4 effective date.
By Ryan Golden • Aug. 22, 2024 -
Courtesy of Toyota
DOE doles out another $50M to support EV manufacturing
The Biden-Harris administration said the funding will go to six states with “significant automotive workforces” to help suppliers adapt their facilities.
By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 22, 2024 -
Courtesy of BMW Group AG
BMW recalling nearly 721K vehicles for fire risk
The recall extends to 12 different models from 2012 through 2018, including the X1, X3 and X5 SUVs.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 21, 2024 -
Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
Ford issued 6 recalls this month for up to 200k vehicles
The recalled models include the Ranger, Explorer, Maverick, Bronco Sport, Mustang Mach-E and Lincoln Nautilus.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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Texas sues GM for selling customer driving data
The automaker failed to tell buyers it was selling their driving data to help insurers analyze driving behavior, according to a Texas AG lawsuit.
By Justin Bachman • Aug. 15, 2024 -
Courtesy of Polestar
Polestar starts US production, skirting tariffs
The South Carolina plant will manufacture the Polestar 3 electric SUV for North America and Europe.
By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 14, 2024 -
Courtesy of Tesla Inc.
Telsa set to reveal its robotaxi Oct. 10
CEO Elon Musk said he wanted to make some “important changes” to improve the product, which delayed its previously planned Aug. 8 debut.
By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 14, 2024 -
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Mercedes-Benz Gains Level 4 Autonomous Driving Test License
The automaker’s current Level 3 autonomous driving system will be upgraded to Level 4 for the Chinese market in September.
By Greg Kable • Aug. 13, 2024 -
Courtesy of BMW Group AG
BMW recalls over 105K vehicles for starter motor problem
The issue stems from overheating due to repeated start attempts, increasing the risk of fire.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 12, 2024 -
Courtesy of Nissan North America, Inc.
NHTSA investigating Nissan Rogue for potential steering defect
The safety probe follows an incident of inner tie rod failure on a low mileage 2021 model.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 12, 2024 -
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CAR MBS 2024 Spotlights Electrification Pain Points, SDVs and Capital Needs
The auto industry convenes in Traverse City, MI every August and this year’s gathering highlighted how relaxed EV mandates will make for a stronger U.S. auto industry, which is dealing with enormous disruption in its engineering and manufacturing framework.
By David Kiley • Aug. 12, 2024 -
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Podcast
WardsAuto Podcast: Inside Biden’s EV Mandate Rollback
Alliance for Automotive Innovation’s CEO John Bozzella discusses the lobbying organization’s efforts in getting the Biden Admin. to relax mandates around EVs.
By David Kiley • Aug. 12, 2024 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Report: Auto Industry Crucial to Economy and Security
At a time when the U.S. is blocking inexpensive Chinese EVs from entering the U.S., the Center for Auto Research issues a new report on the importance of the U.S. auto industry to the nation’s economy and national security.
By David Kiley • Aug. 9, 2024 -
Courtesy of Tesla Inc.
Tesla recalls over 1.8M vehicles for faulty hood latch switch
Some vehicles’ software may fail to warn a driver that the lock assembly is unsecured.
By Eric Walz • July 30, 2024 -
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Sustainability reporting, ESG management roles on the rise: Deloitte
The accounting firm’s survey of 300 executives at public companies pointed to an increase in sustainability oversight as disclosure requirements mount.
By Zoya Mirza • July 29, 2024 -
Courtesy of BMW of North America
BMW recalls 291K SUVs for rear cargo rail detachment risk
The bolts securing the rails could become damaged in a crash, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.
By Eric Walz • July 26, 2024 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Opinion
Industry Voices | Understanding Junk Fees in Auto Financing: Trends and AI-Driven Solutions
Amid an onslaught of regulatory scrutiny, dealers and lenders are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence to ensure accuracy and compliance. AI algorithms can automate fee calculations, ensuring they are accurate and justified.
By Tom Oscherwitz • July 25, 2024 -
Courtesy of Nissan
Partial automation systems unlikely to prevent crashes: report
Lane-centering technology and adaptive cruise control should not be considered safety features, according to the IIHS.
By Kalena Thomhave • July 25, 2024 -
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Renault Boss Calls for More Time to Full BEV Transition in Europe
Luca de Meo admits the carmaker is unlikely to achieve 100% BEV status by EU's 2035 deadline for zero-emission or carbon-neutral new-vehicle sales.
By Paul Myles • July 22, 2024 -
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Project 2025 Calls for CAFE Rollback, Scrapping Anti-Emissions Measures
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has sought to distance himself from Project 2025, whose authors include a collection of conservative political activists.
By Joseph Szczesny • July 19, 2024 -
Courtesy of Hyundai Motor America
Hyundai recalls 67K vehicles for transmission, fuel pump issues
The two separate recalls will fix software that caused some vehicles to roll away, even while parked, among other problems.
By Eric Walz • July 19, 2024
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