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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 -
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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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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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Honda recalls nearly 1.7M vehicles for steering issue
The gearbox may have a manufacturing defect that causes excessive internal friction, which can make it difficult to turn the steering wheel.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 10, 2024 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
Stellantis recalls 154K hybrid Jeep models for battery fire risk
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures, and not to recharge their vehicle’s battery until the issues are addressed.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 8, 2024 -
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Ferrari shutters gas-fueled plant to slash carbon emissions
The Italian carmaker closed its Maranello trigeneration plant this week in a bid to reduce its methane gas consumption and pivot to cleaner energy sources.
By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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$2B in tax credits awarded to EV buyers so far in 2024
Inflation Reduction Act funds have enabled upfront discounts on the purchases of more than 300,000 clean vehicles since Jan. 1, federal agencies say.
By Haley Cawthon • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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Powell says Fed policymakers not ‘in a hurry’ to cut interest rates
“We’re recalibrating policy to maintain the strength in the economy, not because of weakness in the economy,” Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said.
By Jim Tyson • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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Fed rate cut unlikely to boost US auto sales in Q4
However, continued interest rate cuts and lower vehicle prices could make a difference in 2025, analysts said.
By Michael Brady • Sept. 27, 2024 -
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Trump vs. Harris on manufacturing: A tale of 2 speeches
In dueling remarks this week, the Republican nominee focused on tariff hikes, while the Democratic nominee talked of boosting clean energy production.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 27, 2024 -
Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
Ford recalls nearly 145K Mavericks for rear camera display failures
The recall covers certain 2022-2024 Maverick pickups equipped with Ford’s Connected Touch Radio.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 26, 2024 -
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US seeks to limit China, Russia’s role in connected vehicle supply chains
The Department of Commerce's proposed new rule would require vehicles used in the U.S. to exclude suppliers with links to those countries.
By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 23, 2024 -
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Biden administration proposes expanding tax credits for EV charger installations
The proposed rule would expand on January guidance from the Treasury Department, allowing the tax credit to be accessed per individual charging port installed.
By Robert Walton • Sept. 23, 2024 -
Courtesy of General Motors
GM recalls nearly 450K vehicles for brake warning fault
A software error in the brake control module means drivers may not be alerted that the vehicle’s brake fluid level is low.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 23, 2024 -
Courtesy of The Dow Chemical Co.
Battery sector gets $3B from Biden administration
The funding will go towards new battery manufacturing facilities, as well as critical mineral processing plants and recycling sites.
By Sara Samora • Sept. 20, 2024 -
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Fed cuts main rate by half point, voices confidence inflation falling
The central bank trimmed borrowing costs from a two-decade high after policymakers noted their growing concern about softening in the labor market.
By Jim Tyson • Sept. 19, 2024 -
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Biden finalizes China tariff hikes
The first set of increases, including for electric vehicles and batteries, will go into effect on Sept. 27.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 13, 2024 -
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Stellantis recalls over 1.2M Ram 1500 pickups for ABS fault
A software glitch may disable the vehicle’s electronic stability control system.
By Eric Walz • 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 -
Courtesy of Volvo
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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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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