Dealers caught in middle of EV transition, panel says
The 2023 Automotive News Congress Retail Future panelists identified affordability, range anxiety, education and regional climate concerns as key barriers to EV adoption during the discussion Tuesday......»»
Audi, Porsche begin releasing vehicles to U.S. dealers after customs delay at ports
VW Group is replacing a part allegedly built using forced labor, a violation of U.S. trade laws, and plans to complete deliveries of impacted vehicles by the end of March......»»
TikTok fate remains in peril as House panel votes to advance ban bill
The idea of outright banning TikTok in the United States has been debated in Washington for several years now. The possibility is all the more likely today as lawmakers in the House of Representatives have voted to advance a TikTok ban bill. mor.....»»
View from Washington: Forthcoming EPA rule key piece of the EV transition puzzle
The EPA as soon this month is expected to finalize its rule on light-duty vehicle emissions for the 2027-32 model years, but the regulation could do more than just challenge the U.S. auto industry to meet stricter limits on tailpipe pollution......»»
Grab the Galaxy S24 Plus for $150 Off with this Deal!
Samsung's middle child flagship is on offer right now. The post Grab the Galaxy S24 Plus for $150 Off with this Deal! appeared first on Phandroid. Samsung’s Galaxy S24 series phones are some of the best Android phones around, and fol.....»»
‘Artificial paydown" fraud from customers can leave car dealers, auto lenders with losses
An Oklahoma man pleaded guilty to three counts related to duping dealers into paying or crediting him with funds based on what authorities called reports of phony former vehicle payoffs......»»
Nordic microalgae: Potential superstars in the green transition
The carbon dioxide emissions of the growing human population have a massive impact on the climate. While many are seeking solutions, researchers in Umeå, Sweden, might have found one right in front of their houses: Nordic microalgae. A thesis from t.....»»
Dodge dealers eager for Charger EV, even if buyers choose gas instead
Two versions of Charger electric coupes are scheduled to enter production this year, followed by four-door EVs and gasoline models in 2025......»»
Carvana CEO: How retailer executes eventual scale-up is crucial
Carvana CEO Ernie Garcia said the retailer is not yet leaning back into growth, but will eventually enter a transition period to do so......»»
Samsung is making it harder to know what type of OLED TV you’re getting
QD-OLED or classic WOLED? Samsung reportedly won't tell. Enlarge / A marketing image for Samsung's 83-inch S90C, its first OLED TV to quietly use an LG Display WOLED panel. (credit: Samsung) Samsung rejuvenated the OLED.....»»
New report reveals Australia"s material use and circular rate
Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, has released a new report on the country's material use, highlighting opportunities to transition to a more circular and sustainable economy......»»
Frostpunk 2 will bring snow to a sunny July when it launches on PC
11 bit Studios finally revealed the PC release date for Frostpunk 2, and it's right in the middle of summer......»»
Identity fraud is more sophisticated and widespread. Here"s how dealers can fight back
As cases of fraud rise, dealers are getting burned more often......»»
Aluminum nanoparticles make tunable green catalysts
Catalysts unlock pathways for chemical reactions to unfold at faster and more efficient rates, and the development of new catalytic technologies is a critical part of the green energy transition......»»
Nissan’s fleet sales are surging, and dealers fear history is repeating itself
Last month, Nissan sold nearly 40,000 vehicles, or 44 percent of total sales, to rental companies. But the automaker’s sales chief expects fleet share to stabilize soon......»»
Cars Commerce CEO wants dealers to avoid ‘third-party widgets"
Speaking at the 2024 NADA Show in Las Vegas, Cars Commerce CEO Alex Vetter sounded off on retailer technology trends, issues and priorities for the coming year......»»
VW faces lawsuits over claim Porsche EV battery sparked ship fire
The Felicity Ace caught fire near the Azores archipelago two years ago with 3,965 VW Group vehicles onboard......»»
Rich countries found to use six times more resources, generate 10 times the climate impact: Report
The extraction of the Earth's natural resources tripled in the past five decades, related to the massive build-up of infrastructure in many parts of the world and the high levels of material consumption, especially in upper-middle and high-income cou.....»»
Amazon, Hyundai partnership causing concern among dealers, survey says
U.S. dealers have mixed feelings about how the partnership between Hyundai Motor and Amazon will affect the industry, according to results from Automotive News' 2024 Dealer Outlook Survey......»»
The importance of critical minerals should not condone their extraction at all costs, says researcher
Global warming is real and climate change is worsening day-by-day with raging forest fires, unseasonably warm winters and flooding disasters taking place across Canada. Meanwhile, the carbon-zero transition required to move away from such a dire futu.....»»
Fisker to report Q4 earnings amid EV slowdown, pivot to franchised dealers
Questions submitted by investors for the earnings call reflected concerns about Fisker's financial stability and problems with its first vehicle, the Ocean, which launched in the U.S. in late June......»»