CDK begins DMS restoration with reboot test after cyberattacks amid sales disruption, litigation
The fallout from the crisis is spreading with analysts now expecting the outage to ding June U.S. sales and with litigation piling up in federal court. DMS audits are expected......»»
South African researchers test use of nuclear technology to curb rhino poaching
Researchers in South Africa have injected radioactive material into the horns of 20 rhinos as part of a research project aimed at reducing poaching......»»
CDK cyberattack fallout spreads even as reboot efforts progress
Week 2 of CDK's cybersecurity crisis included progress on recovery, more lawsuits and an open letter from CEO Brian MacDonald......»»
Golf, tennis and EVs — a new love affair?
Facing lackluster growth in EV sales, luxury marques are leaning heavier than ever on upscale golf and tennis events to promote the pricey vehicles......»»
CDK"s DMS reboot makes progress, but will customers forgive?
The dealership management system provider is continuing a phased effort to bring customers back online after two cyberattacks led to a shutdown June 19......»»
Top 5 stories of the week: CDK begins DMS restoration; BMW 6 Series to return
A quick look at the top automotive stories of the week as determined by reader interest......»»
CDK outage: Michigan Honda dealership adjusting ahead of June sales end
Germain Honda of Ann Arbor is tracking to meet its June sales goal, but the CDK outage may slow financial statement turnaround, General Manager Jim Farkas said......»»
CDK continues rebooting, but will customers forgive it?
The dealership management system provider is continuing a phased effort to bring customers back online after two cyberattacks led to a shutdown June 19......»»
There are more signs of iPhone sales recovery in China
Even before the iPhone 16 hits the streets, the latest research from investment firm JP Morgan shows that iPhone sales are continuing to increase in China, helped in part by a recovering smartphone market in the region.iPhone 16 Pro is expected to be.....»»
Ariane 6 launches LIFI: Light-speed secure communications
Europe's newest rocket soon launches, taking with it many space missions each with a unique objective, destination and team at home, cheering them on. Whether launching new satellites to look back and study Earth, peer out to deep space or test impor.....»»
Broward RV dealership owner arrested, accused of not paying nearly $500K in sales tax
Broward RV dealership owner arrested, accused of not paying nearly $500K in sales tax.....»»
Today’s deals: July 4th sales, $19.50 AirTags, best-selling laptops, $300 Shark AI robot vacuum, more
Prime Day 2024 is right around the corner (shop early Prime Day deals right here), but July 4th comes first, and there are some big … The post Today’s deals: July 4th sales, $19.50 AirTags, best-selling laptops, $300 Shark AI robot vacuum.....»»
Watch SpaceX test ‘chopsticks’ for upcoming catch of Super Heavy booster
SpaceX has been testing the mechanical arms that will try to catch the Super Heavy booster at the end of its next test flight, which could take place in July......»»
Cyberattacks at dealer management system provider CDK Global have delayed some dealership acquisitions, buy-sell brokers say
Cyberattacks at dealer management system provider CDK Global have delayed some dealership acquisitions, buy-sell brokers say......»»
Outage from CDK cyberattacks could cost dealers $1 billion, study says
Anderson Economic Group said affected dealers could be out about $600 million after two weeks and could lose roughly $1 billion if the dealer management system shutdown lasts until the July 4 holiday weekend. Its calculations include estimated losses.....»»
Second set of dealerships, public retailer brought back online after CDK cyberattacks
CDK Global said it brought a second small set of dealer customers back online as well as one of its large public dealership groups late June 27......»»
Jeep Renegade EV"s sub-$25,000 price point seen as difficult to reach
Industry observers suggest electric Jeep can boost sales even if most Renegades sell for more than $25,000......»»
Vehicle lessee, Asbury employee sue CDK after cyberattacks
An Asbury Automotive Group Inc. employee and a consumer who leased a vehicle from a CDK Global dealership have joined other plaintiffs suing CDK in connection with the June cyberattacks on the company's dealership management systems......»»
Everyone’s waiting for Windows 10 to die
Windows computer sales expected to surge with the end of life for Windows 10. Sales have already risen but will it continue to do so?.....»»
CDK cyberattacks delay dealership acquisition closings
Cyberattacks at dealer management system provider CDK Global have delayed some dealership acquisitions, buy-sell brokers say......»»
Ill. auto body shop sues CDK Global in U.S. court, alleging business disruption after cyberattacks
The federal lawsuit filed against CDK Global in Illinois by Jay Kay Collision Center requests class-action status and views dealerships as part of a potential group of plaintiffs......»»