NADA: FTC proposal on car dealers ‘severely flawed," should be withdrawn
The comments from the NADA were among thousands received by the FTC on its proposal to curtail bait-and-switch auto dealership price advertising, misleading F&I practices and F&I vehicle protection products......»»
The iPhone’s new Journal app is worse than I thought
Apple finally launched its own Journal app with iOS 17.2. But compared to third-party options, it's severely lacking......»»
Customers want more car loan information online, eLEND finds
Dealers blame lenders at least in part for a disconnect in the car buying process between auto retailers and customers, according to a new study by eLEND Solutions......»»
The Roadster Factory, link to storied MG and Triumph sports cars, destroyed in fire
When a brand is folded up and leaves our fast-paced world of auto shows, concept cars, franchised dealers and mercurial executives, The Roadster Factory often stepped in......»»
The Roadster Factory, link to storied MG and Triumph sports cars, detroyed in fire
When a brand is folded up and leaves our fast-paced world of auto shows, concept cars, franchised dealers and mercurial executives, The Roadster Factory often stepped in......»»
Congress, courts possible ways for dealers to fight FTC CARS Rule
NADA plans to try to keep the FTC's CARS Rule regulations from taking effect July 30, CEO Mike Stanton says. Blocking the rule rests with Congress or the court system......»»
More than 7,000 dealers registered to offer point-of-sale EV tax credits next year
Dealers must be registered via IRS Energy Credits Online for their customers to claim or transfer federal tax credits and use those funds as a down payment......»»
2023 Apple Watch models could yet remain on sale – four potential solutions
We yesterday revealed the shock news that 2023 Apple Watch models would be withdrawn from sale before the holidays, following an earlier ruling that the devices infringe on patents held by health tech company Masimo. However, just because Apple ha.....»»
Nearly half of Buick dealers take buyout rather than sell EVs
Buick offered buyouts to dealers who did not want to invest hundreds of thousands of dollars on tooling, equipment and training to prepare to sell and service EVs as the brand goes all-electric by the end of the decade......»»
Inflation Reduction Act in 2023: A year of crucial guidance for automakers, car dealers, EV stakeholders
Here's a timeline of some of the biggest moments from 2023......»»
Washington sets aside 2,000 acres of forest for conservation, cancels timber sale near Elwha River
Washington Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz has announced a proposal to conserve some 2,000 acres of state forest land......»»
Scientists may be using a flawed strategy to predict how species will fare under climate change, suggests study
As the world heats up, and the climate shifts, life will migrate, adapt or go extinct. For decades, scientists have deployed a specific method to predict how a species will fare during this time of great change. But according to new research, that me.....»»
Researchers: Genetically modified crops aren"t a solution to climate change, despite what the biotech industry says
The European Commission launched a proposal in July 2023 to deregulate a large number of plants manufactured using new genetic techniques......»»
FTC rules could mean process changes at dealerships
The sweeping Federal Trade Commission CARS Rule offers specifics for what auto dealers can and can't do for a variety of topics. It takes effect on July 30......»»
Research shows disadvantaged people wait significantly longer for power restoration after major storms
Hurricanes and other extreme weather events often affect disadvantaged communities more severely, and extended power outages are some of the most harmful effects. Concerns over the intensification of hurricanes has led to new environmental justice po.....»»
Even a single negative review can sink a good product, says study
Online retailers have every reason to be concerned about negative reviews, as they severely reduce the appeal of a product. An extensive study by Marton Varga of Bocconi's Department of Marketing and Paulo Albuquerque (INSEAD), recently published in.....»»
U.S. FTC finalizes car-buying rules to rein in junk fees, bait-and-switch
Auto dealers will be barred from luring vehicle buyers with promises they do not keep and will not be able to charge junk fees — like a service contract for an oil change for an electric vehicle — under a new rule, the U.S. Federal Trade Commissi.....»»
Carbon nanotubes have progressed toward energy and health applications, but misconceptions remain
The increasing use of carbon nanotubes (CNTs)—and a proposal in the European Union to ban the entire class of materials—highlights the need for an updated and standardized approach to assess human and environmental impacts of CNTs and products th.....»»
Dealers see AI, ransomware attacks as cybersecurity threats in 2024
Stephen Gonzalez of CDK Global said that AI and ransomware will vex dealerships in 2024 as they seek to comply with the FTC Safeguards Rule......»»
Cantin: Amazon partnership may boost Hyundai dealership popularity
Dave Cantin thinks the Hyundai-Amazon partnership benefits the automaker, dealers and consumers......»»
Using machine learning to optimize volatile fatty acid production in riboflavin-mediated sludge fermentation
Waste activated sludge (WAS) is the most yielding byproduct in municipal wastewater treatment plants (MWTPs), and its disposal poses secondary pollution that severely threatens the environment. Producing volatile fatty acids (VFAs) from WAS is a prom.....»»