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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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
Volvo warns of short-term EV uncertainties
In its Q2 2024 earnings report, the automaker cautioned that its electric vehicle transition will not be a linear one.
By Haley Cawthon • July 19, 2024 -
Stellantis recalls 332K vehicles to fix seat belt connector
The problem can prevent the front seat airbag from deploying as intended.
By Eric Walz • July 17, 2024 -
Snowflake-linked attack on Advance Auto Parts exposes 2.3 million people
One of the few customers to publicly link Snowflake to a third-party intrusion said its database was breached for 40 days.
By Matt Kapko • July 16, 2024 -
GM shareholders deny 3 ethical supply chain proposals
Responding to the proposals, the automaker defended its existing practices for supplier agreements and operational policies.
By Kelly Stroh • July 15, 2024 -
EV maker Polestar risks Nasdaq delisting
The company has until Jan. 2 to regain compliance by maintaining the stock market's $1 minimum bid price requirement for at least 10 days.
By Haley Cawthon • July 15, 2024 -
DOE allocates $1.7B for auto factory conversions
Eleven shuttered or at-risk facilities in eight states will be converted to support electric vehicle manufacturing.
By Haley Cawthon • July 12, 2024 -
BMW recalls 394K vehicles for potentially dangerous airbags
Over the past decade, Takata airbag recalls have expanded to affect around 67 million vehicles.
By Eric Walz • July 11, 2024 -
Ford recalls more than 30K Mustangs over steering issue
The automaker has issued over 30 recalls in 2024 as CEO Jim Farley prioritizes improving vehicle quality.
By Eric Walz • July 10, 2024 -
VW recalls 84K Golf, Atlas models for faulty back-up camera
A software issue may lead to a delay in showing the camera feed or a black screen when shifting into reverse.
By Eric Walz • July 8, 2024 -
Most US drivers open to anti-speeding technology in vehicles
About 70% of IIHS survey respondents said they’d want intelligence speed assistance technology in their next vehicle if it helped reduce insurance costs.
By Kalena Thomhave • July 8, 2024 -
EU Agrees to Chinese BEV Tariffs, Now Horse-Trading Begins
EU agrees on trade regulators' proposed tariffs although four months of negotiations with China are in hand.
By Paul Myles • July 5, 2024 -
Manchin Pulls Curtain Back on Battle for EV-Boosting IRA
The West Virginia senator says the Biden Admin.’s Inflation Reduction Act wouldn’t have gotten his support had Russia not invaded Ukraine.
By Roger Schreffler • July 2, 2024 -
OSHA proposes rule to protect workers from extreme heat
The standard would require employers to provide water and rest breaks when high heat creates a hazardous work environment.
By Zachary Phillips • July 2, 2024 -
Minerals Experts See U.S. Closing Gap With China in EV Tech
Simon Moores, CEO of Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, says China and Tesla no longer drive the narrative on EV battery development all by themselves.
By Roger Schreffler • July 1, 2024 -
Tesla heads back to court still hoping to pay CEO Elon Musk billions
The EV maker is hoping that a second shareholder approval of Musk’s record compensation package will influence a Delaware court.
By Justin Bachman • June 27, 2024 -
New EU Tariffs Might Bring Chinese Auto Production to Europe
China has called the EU's proposed higher tariffs blatant protectionism and a possible violation of World Trade Organization rules.
By Sara Lewis • June 27, 2024 -
Ford recalls over 550K F-150 pickups over transmission issue
The 2014 model year trucks could suddenly downshift into first gear, regardless of speed.
By Eric Walz • June 26, 2024