F&I tip: Create perceived value for auto buyers, Allstate says
Perceived value is one of the key psychological factors influencing the purchase of finance and insurance products, Allstate Dealer Services said in a white paper......»»
Konami’s next game is a chaotic ode to Grand Theft Auto 2
Deliver at All Costs pays tribute to classic Grand Theft Auto games with a healthy serving of slapstick vehicular comedy......»»
Daily 5 report for Sept. 3: Which scandal had more impact? Fugitive Carlos Ghosn or cheating VW?
With auto industry scandals, the ex-Nissan chairman's escape from Japan is top of mind. Now, ex-CEO Martin Winterkorn is on trial over VW's emissions cheating......»»
SwitchBot releases Matter-enabled evaporative humidifier
SwitchBot has officially launched its latest Matter-enabled smart home product, the SwitchBot Evaporative Humidifier (Auto-refill). This new device aims to simplify home humidification by combining advanced technology with cold evaporation, offering.....»»
UAW makes gains at auto suppliers — but it could come at a cost
The 2023 negotiations between the international UAW and Detroit 3 inspired local union leaders to take more of a hardline approach when bargaining with companies in the supply chain......»»
Chemists create gel to prevent leaks and boost lithium-ion battery life
A new type of gel, developed by chemists at the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU), could help to make lithium-ion batteries safer and more powerful. The gel is designed to prevent the highly flammable electrolyte fluid from leaking......»»
JP Clausen brings auto, tech experience to GM manufacturing
JP Clausen, who previously worked for Tesla, Google and Lego, joined GM in April to succeed the retiring Gerald Johnson executive vice president of global manufacturing and sustainability......»»
Ariel E-Nomad Concept could create a new segment in the EV space
England-based Ariel turned the Nomad 2 off-roader into an experimental EV that's fast, fun, and eco-friendly......»»
GTA 5 for PS5 is just $20 at Target today
Grand Theft Auto V has been out for a minute, but now you can own the 2022 PS5 edition for only $20 when you purchase at Target!.....»»
Apple stuck between a rock and a hard place tackling nonconsensual porn generators
Apple seems unable to stop influx of so-called "dual use" apps that look innocent on the surface but help users create deepfake porn — at a steep price.Altered image found in face swap adApple takes pride in regulating the App Store, and part of th.....»»
Carvana developing ADESA Kansas City into joint vehicle auction and inspection ‘megasite"
ADESA Kansas City, in Belton, Mo., is the third ADESA auto auction at which Carvana is adding its own inspection and reconditioning processes......»»
Editorial: When Fed lowers rates, don"t take advantage of customers
The Federal Reserve signaled that the highest interest rates in more than two decades should begin falling soon, providing welcome relief for the auto industry......»»
Researchers create entangled quantum magnets with protected quantum excitations
When different quantum states combine, new collective states of matter can emerge. In the quantum realm, combining components such as atoms that possess quantum effects can give rise to macroscopic quantum states of matter, featuring exotic quantum e.....»»
Vinnie Johnson"s Piston Group wins scathing verdict in longtime minority certification fight
The verdict ends a legal feud that’s been stewing since early 2021. At stake was a lucrative minority certification that helped the auto supplier win business from automakers. The fast-growing supplier has topped $3 billion in revenue and employs 1.....»»
Fintech expert breaks down a disparity in lending to Uber drivers
Traditional prime auto lenders financed far fewer gig drivers than subprime lenders......»»
Scientists create ultracompact polarization-entangled photon sources for miniaturized quantum devices
Scientists have created an ultra-thin light source that emits pairs of polarization-entangled photons. These specially correlated photons hold promise for future quantum technologies, including ultra-secure communication, powerful computation, and hi.....»»
How to prioritize data privacy in core customer-facing systems
Evolving global data privacy regulations are keeping marketers on their toes. In April 2024, the American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) was introduced in the Senate. The proposed bill would create a federal consumer privacy framework akin to the GDPR, wh.....»»
Get $120 OFF with the Amazon Fire Max Tablet!
Get it for a much lower price today! The post Get $120 OFF with the Amazon Fire Max Tablet! appeared first on Phandroid. While most of Amazon’s Fire tablets are often geared towards buyers on a strict budget, its new Fire Max 11 mode.....»»
GM captive finance company withdraws application to create a bank
The captive finance arm of General Motors applied to charter a type of bank called an Industrial Loan Company in late 2020......»»
CEOs of Nvidia, suppliers highest-paid leaders in 2023 compensation analysis
The median CEO compensation across auto industry sectors in 2023 declined 2.5 percent year over year to about $11.3 million......»»
Hybrid imaging approach reveals microbes in 3D
Caltech researchers have developed a new method to create three-dimensional images of complex communities of bacteria and plant roots. The technology synthesizes two traditional methods of imaging: visualizing microbes with fluorescence and a noninva.....»»