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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 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
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 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
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 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
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 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
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 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
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 -
Courtesy of Volvo Cars
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 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
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 -
Permission granted by Advance Auto Parts
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 -
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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
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