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Canada Follows U.S. in Slapping 100% Tariff on Chinese BEV Imports
This tariff will be combined with the existing 6.1% duty levied on Chinese BEV exports. More restrictions may come.
By Keith Nuthall • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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Trump, Harris spar over manufacturing, trade and tariffs
In Tuesday’s presidential debate, the candidates offered vastly different strategies for how to grow the economy and compete with China on clean vehicles and advanced technology.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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Pedestrian deaths from SUV, pickup truck crashes are the focus for proposed federal rule
The NHTSA wants to require new vehicles be designed to reduce the risk of serious injuries and fatalities in pedestrian collisions.
By Dan Zukowski • Sept. 10, 2024 -
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Italy Pushes for Early Confirmation of ICE Reprieve in Europe
As BEV uptake slows, industry minister demands early review of carbon-neutral ICE powertrain's future to give automakers clarity.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 10, 2024 -
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Renault Warns BEV Slowdown Sparks Billions in Fines for Automakers
Luca de Meo calls for EU flexibility over CO2 emissions targets as consumers continue to move away from BEVs and toward gas hybrids.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 9, 2024 -
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Ford recalls over 90K vehicles for Ecoboost engine failures
The recalled vehicles include six 2021-2022 Ford and Lincoln models equipped with either the 2.7L or 3.0L version of the engines.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 5, 2024 -
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Companies aren’t as resilient against cyber risks as they think
Most companies fall short on business continuity as malicious threat activity continues to rise, a Cohesity study found.
By David Jones • Sept. 5, 2024 -
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Volvo scales back its EV goals
In 2021, the automaker pledged to be fully electric by 2030. Now, the company is abandoning that goal, focusing instead on “electrified” models.
By Haley Cawthon • Sept. 4, 2024 -
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DOT calls for wireless vehicle tech on national highways, most intersections by 2037
The Transportation Department seeks connected communications between vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians and infrastructure.
By David Taube • Sept. 3, 2024 -
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BMW Board Member Calls for Preferential EV Regulations
Automaker’s production boss proposes dedicated electric-vehicle lanes on German autobahns.
By Greg Kable • Aug. 29, 2024 -
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Automakers face growing data privacy challenges, experts say
A Federal Trade Commission crackdown and lawsuit against GM show automakers are increasingly navigating legal risks.
By Michael Brady • Aug. 27, 2024 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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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