TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%


NHTSA

NHTSA announces new rear seat belt mandate for all new cars and trucks in the U.S.

NHTSA announces mandatory rear seat belt alarms in all new U.S. cars by 2027

- December 30, 2024
Starting September 2027, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will make it mandatory for all new cars and trucks sold in the United States to be equipped with rear...
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whistleblower program

NHTSA finalizes whistleblower award program rules

- December 30, 2024
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has finalized the rules of its whistleblower award program, fulfilling a nearly decade-old Congressional mandate. The final rules will reward whistleblowers who come forth...
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Waymo

Miami joins Waymo’s growing network of autonomous ride-hailing cities

- December 6, 2024
On Thursday, Alphabet's Waymo announced its plans to expand its autonomous ride-hailing services to Miami, Florida, marking another significant step in its mission to redefine urban transportation. Miami will join Phoenix,...
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Ford recall

NHTSA investigates over 560,000 Ford vehicles

- November 18, 2024
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched two investigations into Ford's handling of vehicle recalls, further increasing scrutiny of the automaker.  On Monday, NHTSA initiated an investigation into the...
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Ford slammed with $165 million fine for failure to comply with federal recall requirements

Ford slammed with $165M fine due to recall delays

- November 15, 2024
On Thursday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) fined Ford for delaying a recall of over 600,000 vehicles with faulty rearview cameras. The U.S. auto safety regulator also stated...
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GM is recalling 461,839 vehicles due to a transmission defect that could cause the rear wheels to lock up, increasing the risk of a crash.

GM recalls 461,839 vehicles over transmission issues

- November 13, 2024
General Motors (GM) is recalling 461,839 vehicles due to a transmission defect that could cause the rear wheels to lock up, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall affects...
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Honda recalls

NHTSA investigates Honda engines amid recall concerns

- November 13, 2024
On Monday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) confirmed it was launching an investigation into 1.4 million Honda and Acura vehicles after receiving 173 reports of critical engine issues. This...
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The NHTSA is investigating Tesla's FSD software following concerns raised by the automaker's social media posts. 

NHTSA probes Tesla’s FSD software amid safety concerns over misleading social media posts

- November 11, 2024
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) software following concerns raised by the automaker's social media posts.  These posts appear to suggest that FSD can...
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GM has issued a new recall for 107 Chevrolet Bolt EVs, targeting the 2020 to 2022 model years due to a risk of battery-related fires.

GM recalls Chevrolet Bolt EVs over fire risk in latest battery-related issue

- November 6, 2024
General Motors (GM) has issued a new recall for 107 Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicles, targeting the 2020 to 2022 model years due to a risk of battery-related fires. This action...
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Honda is recalling approximately 720,000 vehicles in the United States due to a potential fire risk caused by a cracked fuel pump component.

Honda recalls 720,000 vehicles over fuel pump leak risk

- October 23, 2024
According to safety regulators, Honda is recalling approximately 720,000 vehicles in the United States due to a potential fire risk caused by a cracked fuel pump component. The affected models...
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Ford files patent for smart tool tracking system in vehicles
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Stellantis to prioritize four core brands in turnaround strategy, sources say The automaker plans to shift funding toward Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat while maintaining its broader portfolio. On the Dash: Expect increased product investment and marketing support for Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat. Regional and niche brands may see reduced volume but more targeted positioning and shared platforms. Platform-sharing and rebadging strategies could affect inventory mix and model differentiation. Stellantis will concentrate most of its investment on four core brands as CEO Antonio Filosa pushes a turnaround strategy set for release May 21, according to a Reuters exclusive. The automaker has identified Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat as its priority brands. It will allocate a “material increase” in funding to them, driven by their stronger global sales and profitability, marking a shift away from the company’s previous approach of distributing investment more evenly across its portfolio. Sign up for CBT News’ daily newsletter and get the latest industry stories delivered straight to your inbox. Stellantis will retain its 14-brand lineup, the largest in the industry, and will not shut down underperforming marques. Instead, the company will reposition secondary brands such as Citroën, Opel and Alfa Romeo to operate in regional or niche roles. These brands will rely on shared platforms and technology developed by the core brands while maintaining distinct styling and market identity. The strategy comes as Stellantis works to regain market share in the United States and Europe while facing growing competition from Chinese EV makers. The company earlier reported a 22.2 billion-euro charge tied to scaling back its EV plans, underscoring the urgency of the strategic shift. Its market valuation has also declined significantly in recent months. To support the transition, Stellantis will expand its use of shared “multi-energy” platforms that support electric, hybrid and internal combustion (ICE) vehicles. Additionally, the company is evaluating rebadging strategies and joint development programs, including collaborations with its Chinese partner, Leapmotor. Executives and investors backing the plan expect the increased focus on core brands to improve efficiency and strengthen financial performance. Analysts say Stellantis could still consider further consolidation if results fall short of expectations. Meta description (140 characters) Stellantis to boost funding for Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat, shifting strategy while maintaining its 14-brand global portfolio.
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