NADA: FTC proposal on car dealers ‘severely flawed," should be withdrawn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......»»
GM to penalize consumers who resell certain high-demand vehicles within 12 months
GM is asking dealers to help prevent customers from quickly flipping high-demand vehicles and adding exorbitant markups......»»
EV tax credit proposal adds tougher sourcing limits for critical minerals, batteries
As part of the tax credit, automakers would be subject to annual increases in sourcing requirements for minerals and battery components used in eligible EVs and limited to sourcing from countries with a free trade agreement with the U.S. such as Cana.....»»
Apple agrees to $50 million settlement over MacBook"s old defective butterfly keyboards
If you purchased a MacBook between 2015 and 2019 with the dreaded butterfly keyboard, a couple of Benjamins may soon be on your way, courtesy of Apple.On Tuesday, Apple agreed to settle a class action lawsuit against the company over its flawed butte.....»»
EU lawmakers slam “radical proposal“ to let ISPs demand new fees from websites
New fees for websites and online applications would be a disaster, MEPs say. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Alicia Llop) Fifty-four members of the European Parliament (MEPs) are protesting what they call a "radical proposal".....»»
NOAA releases proposal to restore protected Florida Keys habitats
Today, NOAA released the "Restoration Blueprint" for Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. Once finalized, it will be the first comprehensive update of the sanctuary's boundary, regulations, marine zones and associated management in nearly a quarte.....»»
Best Domain Hosting Providers Which Are Honestly Great to Try
Domain plays a crucial role in the capricious online world. Having the best domain and hosting provider can severely reduce the stress on your shoulders. Above all it will allow you to take your brand to the top. Whether you are stepping into the onl.....»»
NHTSA rejects proposal on driver-selectable alert sounds for EVs
The 2019 proposal would have allowed automakers to install "any number of compliant sounds" on each hybrid and electric make, model, body style and trim level they produce for sale in the U.S......»»
Japan Wants To Bring Artificial Gravity To the Moon
"Researchers and engineers from Kyoto University and the Kajima Corporation have released their joint proposal for a three-pronged approach to sustainable human life on the Moon and beyond," reports Gizmodo. The first element involves "The Glass," wh.....»»
GM bars dealers from reporting sales before delivery
Varying state laws and scarce inventory amid a multitude of supply challenges created issues related to preselling a vehicle after a dealer was invoiced but before the customer received it......»»
What the FTC"s proposals on car dealer ads, F&I mean
The proposed Federal Trade Commission regulations on car dealers go beyond existing federal law and offer more specificity than the law that forbids unfair and deceptive dealership practices......»»
Supreme Court severely limits the EPA’s ability to regulate carbon emissions
EPA can compel lower emissions on existing sources, not drive a shift to renewables. The sulfer-coal-burning John E. Amos Power Plant in West Virginia. (credit: Cathy) On Thursday, the US Supreme Court issued a ruling in a cas.....»»
MSI Prestige 14 review: A fast but flawed laptop
The MSI Prestige 14 is a mixed bag, offering class-leading performance and an excellent keyboard but with less than stellar battery life......»»
FTC Proposes New Rules to Rein in Shady Car Dealer Practices
A new set of proposed rules announced Thursday would prohibit auto dealers from using bait-and-switch advertising practices or tacking on nonsense fees. The post FTC Proposes New Rules to Rein in Shady Car Dealer P.....»»
FTC proposal would crack down on car dealers" websites, F&I offices
The agency is also considering new rules on dealerships' advertising related to the cost of the vehicle itself......»»
FTC proposes rules for car dealers" websites, F&I offices
The agency is also considering cracking down on dealerships' advertising related to the cost of the vehicle itself......»»
California"s Dixie Fire shows impact of legacy effects, prescribed burns
The 2021 Dixie Fire burned over nearly 1 million acres in California and cost $637 million to suppress, making it the largest and most expensive wildfire to contain in state history. Fire history largely determined how severely the wildfire burned, a.....»»
California emissions, carbon neutrality plan draws criticism
California air regulators are likely to hear a barrage of criticism Thursday on a plan to slash fossil fuel use and reach carbon neutrality by 2045, a proposal that would require a sweeping shift in how the state powers its massive economy in the fac.....»»
Handset vendors see inventory swelling at channels
Channel dealers and retailers are suffering from excess smartphone inventories, casting a shadow on the overall handset market outlook for the second half of 2022, according to industry sources......»»
Kia partners with Affinitiv for digital service lane platform
Kia's dealers will have access to a tech-based service lane platform via a partnership with Affinitiv, a software firm specializing in automotive solutions......»»
Dealers need ‘seat at the table" on EV policy, says NADA"s Mike Stanton
At the Automotive News Congress in Washington, Mike Stanton said: "We've talked a lot about dealer and factory relations, but we can't get it done alone.".....»»