Ford, Calif. dealership can"t coerce customer into arbitration over lemon law complaint, appeals court rules
Ford Motor Co. and the dealership that serviced a 2020 F-250 Super Duty can't force the pickup's owners to arbitrate their lemon law claim, a California appeals court ruled......»»
Overheard: Be transparent, build trust and sales will follow
A service adviser doesn't have to be a pushy salesperson to sell needed repairs or maintenance to a customer, said Darryl Terrell, service and parts director at Matt Bowers Ford in Metairie, La., on "The Multi-Point Inspection Podcast.".....»»
Over 40 missing children found in Erie County by national task force, local law enforcement
Over 40 missing children found in Erie County by national task force, local law enforcement.....»»
Detroit 3 suppliers face dilemmas on rapidly growing China EV business
As Ford, General Motors, Stellantis and other traditional automakers lose ground in China, their suppliers are scrambling to fill the void and preserve positions in what is now the world’s largest auto market. .....»»
F&I tip: Be available by phone to the lender on stipulation deal
Dealership staff should be sure their indirect auto lending partners can reach them by phone when a deal is contingent on the customer providing stips......»»
Elon Musk’s vow to make lots of Tesla Robotaxis conflicts with U.S. rules
Elon Musk promised to pump out robotaxis in high numbers but there’s a problem with that: U.S. rules won’t allow it......»»
Ala. dealership sues Mitsubishi over warranty reimbursement rate
A Florence, Ala., dealership has filed a lawsuit against Mitsubishi Motors North America, saying the company failed to approve its requested steep hike in its hourly reimbursement rate for warranty work......»»
Musk’s vow to make lots of Robotaxis conflicts with U.S. rules
Elon Musk promised to pump out robotaxis in high numbers but there’s a problem with that: U.S. rules won’t allow it......»»
Hands on: Clicks Keyboard for iPhone 16 Pro – Rebuilt on customer feedback [Video]
Clicks Keyboard for iPhone is back, and they’re pushing all the right buttons—literally. I had the chance to get hands-on with the latest model, and it’s clear that Clicks has done their homework. From ergonomics to extra features, here’s eve.....»»
NHTSA investigates rearview camera failures in 2019 Ford Flex models
Complaints include blank, distorted or inverted images when in reverse, adding to the problems Ford has had with rearview cameras in 2024......»»
Data Zoo ID Fraud & Risk Signals enhances fraud detection
Data Zoo launched its latest service, ID Fraud & Risk Signals. This new solution is designed to enhance customer identification and Know Your Customer (KYC) processes by providing deeper insights into fraud detection and risk assessment, helping busi.....»»
This year"s Nobel prize in economics awarded to team that examined what makes some countries rich and others poor
The 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics has been awarded to three US-based economists who examined the advantages of democracy and the rule of law, and why they are strong in some countries and not others......»»
Lamborghini lawsuit against Ill. dealership can proceed, federal judge rules
A federal judge in Illinois has refused to dismiss a fraud claim by Automobili Lamborghini America against a Chicago dealership, its president and an employee for allegedly selling dozens of luxury vehicles to known resellers, misreporting those sale.....»»
Daily 5 report for Oct. 14: Autonomous technology developers seek independent audits, reviews
To fill the void in federal rules, autonomous tech companies need to show local governments that their systems have been independently vetted......»»
N.Y. dealership sues former finance manager, alleges he accepted kickbacks from extended warranty vendor
A former finance manager took hefty kickbacks from a vendor of extended warranty contracts, according to a lawsuit filed by a New York City dealership......»»
Ex-Twitter execs push for $200M severance as Elon Musk runs X into ground
Musk’s battle with former Twitter execs intensifies as X value reaches new low. Former Twitter executives, including former CEO Parag Agrawal, are urging a court to open discove.....»»
Steam adds the harsh truth that you’re buying “a license,” not the game itself
The harsh truth is timed to a new California law against false advertising. There comes a point in most experienced Steam shoppers' lives where they wonder what would happen if th.....»»
5th Circuit rules ISP should have terminated Internet users accused of piracy
ISP Grande loses appeal as 5th Circuit sides with Universal, Warner, and Sony. Music publishing companies notched another court victory against a broadband provider that refused t.....»»
Xbox plans to set up shop on Android devices if court order holds
Google has already said it plans to appeal the ruling that would let Xbox in. After a US court ruled earlier this week that Google must open its Play Store to allow for third-part.....»»
Column: Jaguar Land Rover owes its survival to Ratan Tata"s "singular vision"
Ratan Tata's "mind boggling" vision for Jaguar Land Rover gave the struggling British automaker a future after Ford Motor decided to sell it......»»
EU adopts Cyber Resilience Act to secure connected products
The EU Council has adopted the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), a new law that aims to make consumer products with digital components safe(r) to use. CRA requirements The CRA outlines EU-wide cybersecurity standards for digital products, i.e. products tha.....»»