NHTSA opens query into Ford"s handling of Mustang Mach-E recall amid new complaints
NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation said it received 12 consumer complaints alleging a high-voltage battery main contactor failure in 2021-22 Ford Mustang Mach-E crossovers that were included in the recall and had been remedied before the inciden.....»»
Microsoft’s controversial Recall feature can’t be uninstalled
It initially appeared that Recall would be able to be uninstalled, but now Micrsosoft has confirmed that isn't true......»»
AutoNation sale of 2 Ford stores may just be start
AutoNation Inc. in August sold two Ford dealerships and it appears it may have more dealerships slated to sell, according to a regulatory filing......»»
Blood puddles, mold, tainted meat, bugs: Boar’s Head inspections are horrifying
The USDA recorded 69 violations in a year. So far, 9 people have died in the outbreak. Enlarge / A recall notice is posted next to Boar's Head meats that are displayed at a Safeway store on July 31, 2024, in San Rafael, Californi.....»»
Top 5 stories of the week: Ford Future Product; Angela Zepeda leaves Hyundai
A quick look at the top automotive stories of the week as determined by reader interest......»»
Jaguar I-Pace fire risk leads to recall, instructions to park outdoors
The problem is similar to one that affected the Chevrolet Bolt in 2021. Enlarge / Jaguar sourced the I-Pace's battery cells from LG Energy Solutions. But now there's a problem with some of them. (credit: Jonathan Gitlin).....»»
Ford joins Harley in scaling back DEI policies amid backlash
Ford is joining Harley in scaling back DEI policies amid a backlash......»»
Tattoo ink sold on Amazon has high levels of weird and rare bacteria
The recall announcement noted that the germs "present a health concern." Enlarge / BARCELONA, SPAIN - 2021/10/02: Spanish tattoo artist Oscar Garcia works on a man, during the Expo. Fira de Barcelona hosts the XXIV edition of the.....»»
Ford Expedition spy art confirms Tremor variant, digital display
The images confirm Automotive News reporting of the Tremor variant, which until now has been limited to Ford pickups, as well as a digital display that is smaller than the pillar-to-pillar screen on the Lincoln Nautilus and Navigator......»»
Ford promotes EV design chief Todd Willing to global head of design
Ford tapped a 21-year veteran with global experience who led exterior design of the 2017 GT supercar to replace the recently departed Anthony Lo......»»
New Lexus brand "taste" will come from sweeping rework of body rigidity
Lexus says it has found the missing piece in its quest to match the long-lauded driving dynamics of Germany's big premium players — better body rigidity. To deliver a better signature, Toyota's top-shelf marque is reworking ride and handling across.....»»
How dangerous is Polaris Dawn space walk from SpaceX Crew Dragon?
Billionaire Jared Isaacman could make history for all the right reasons during his Polaris Dawn mission when the hatch opens on a SpaceX Crew Dragon and he ventures out into the vacuum of space......»»
Daily 5 report for Aug. 26: Can Ford deliver the goods with new products?
Ford's future product pipeline will emphasize its subbrands including Mustang, Maverick and Bronco......»»
Ford emphasizes flexibility with new hybrids, expanded gas lineup
The automaker has positioned itself to continue making money on gasoline vehicles to help fund its EV ambitions, while ramping up hybrid sales for those customers not fully ready for battery power......»»
Ford lineup exudes ‘passion and purpose"
The automaker has positioned itself to continue making money on gasoline vehicles to help fund its EV ambitions, while ramping up hybrid sales for those customers not fully ready for battery power......»»
Ford ups Bronco Sport"s off-road chops with steel bumpers, Sasquatch package
Ford designers said they wanted to "close the capability gap" between the Bronco Sport and larger Bronco for customers who hunt or camp......»»
Big polluters urged to pay as key Pacific summit opens in Tonga
Emissions-belching nations were challenged to stump up for climate-related damage as a key Pacific islands summit opened on Monday, with low-lying Tuvalu declaring: "If you pollute, you should pay.".....»»
Astrobiologist explores likelihood of life originating on Earth
Florida Tech astrobiologist Manasvi Lingam has asked life's biggest questions from a young age. Though he can't recall his exact queries, he says his interests were perfectly consistent with those of other children: dinosaurs and aliens......»»
Journalists and social media users are key drivers behind product recall decisions, says researcher
Canada saw a record 2,330 product recalls in 2023—more than six per day and the highest since the federal government started releasing the data in 2011. A product recall occurs when a manufacturer takes action to remove consumer goods with safety d.....»»
Automakers say new automatic emergency braking standard will cause more false positives
Government officials have criticized NHTSA for failing to keep up with driver-assistance technology, but it must also attempt to issue regulations for a lifesaving system that is still in its relatively early days......»»
Ford dials back EV spending in costly pivot
Ford will now focus its efforts on hybrids as well as a flexible EV platform from a team led by former Tesla engineers. That will underpin a midsize pickup in 2027......»»