Dodge Durango taillight class action lawsuit moves forward
It is claimed that the Dodge Durango tailgate seal and gasket may allow water to damage the taillights. December 15, 2024 — A Dodge Durango taillight class action lawsuit will continue in court after Chrysler failed to convince a judge to dismiss the case. Two owners who filed the lawsuit claim that the taillights on 2014-2023 Durangos are defective because water leaks through gaskets and seals on the tailgate. According to the class action lawsuit, the water damaged the taillights, backup lights and backup camera system. Fiat Chrysler allegedly knew about the taillight and tailgate issues since 2020 but continued to hide the dangers from consumers. Additionally, FCA has not yet recalled Dodge Durangos, and the lawsuit claims that FCA will not pay for repairs once the warranty expires. Dodge Durango Tail Light Class Action Lawsuit - Plaintiff California plaintiff Brian Jenkins purchased a used 2019 Dodge Durango in March 2020. In January 2023, Jenkins noticed water was entering the…
Volkswagen may not finally close German plants
However, nothing is certain as both Piech and the Porsche family are said to support aggressive cost-cutting measures go through Brad Anderson December 13, 2024 07:50 The company's supervisory board is considering the possibility of closing two plants. One of the plants employs 2,300 people and produces the Porsche Cayman, Boxster and Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet. Volkswagen and the IG Metall unions continue to negotiate on how to resolve the issue. Volkswagen has been threatening to close factories in Germany for months as it seeks ways to cut costs and improve its financial position. However, the company's supervisory board is currently considering the possibility of making it public, which would undoubtedly be welcomed by employees and local unions. If Volkswagen closes its factories in Germany, it would mark the first time in the company's history that it has taken such drastic measures. The company faces increasing competition from new brands entering the European market, especially from Chinese automakers, a situation that…
North Carolina dealership forced to close after thieves steal
Dealership owner sets up GoFundMe to try to recoup some of his losses go through Brad Anderson 10 hours ago Thieves stole seven high-end cars worth $200,000 from a small dealership in North Carolina. While some of the cars have been recovered, owners say insurance will not cover the depreciation. North Carolina authorities arrested four men last month in connection with the thefts. When crime hits too close to home, the consequences often extend far beyond the financial. The owner of an independent used car dealership in Farmville, North Carolina, was forced to close the store and file for bankruptcy after a group of thieves stole seven of the store's vehicles in a brazen robbery on October 24. Around 1 a.m., thieves parked their car at D&S Auto Source and broke in, destroying one of the security cameras. They then picked the lock on one of the safes, smashed open another safe, and obtained the keys to seven vehicles and…
Toyota RAV4 Liftgate Hinge Replacement Lawsuit
It is said that a faulty Toyota RAV4 liftgate hinge caused the replacement hinge to be also defective. November 28, 2024 — Toyota RAV4 Liftgate Hinge Replacement Lawsuit alleges customers could be paying thousands of dollars to replace their rear liftgates due to hinge failure. The Toyota RAV4 power tailgate is mainly connected by a hinge and a strut (actuator), but the lawsuit claims that the hinge is defective and causes the tailgate to fail. The RAV4 liftgate hinge replacement class action lawsuit was originally filed by one owner, but the class action now includes four customers: Plaintiffs Zach Hughes, Zach Armstrong, Audie Murphy and Carl Venola. The vehicles were purchased at Toyota dealerships located in California (Hughes), Minnesota (Armstrong), Maryland (Murphy) and Florida (Winola). The plaintiffs argued that the vehicles were equipped with tailgate hinges that could not withstand the weight and force of opening and closing a power tailgate. This can cause problems when loading and unloading cargo.…
Stellantis plans to close Vauxhall Luton plant
Stellantis wants to move production to Ellesmere Port and says the move could lead to greater efficiencies Stellantis has announced its intention to close its factory in Luton, UK. The factory is scheduled to start producing medium-sized electric vans next spring, but the carmaker hopes to consolidate production at Ellesmere Port. About 1,100 people may be affected, but the automaker has pledged to assist those who want to move. VW is not the only carmaker considering factory closures, with Stellantis having proposed consolidating its manufacturing footprint in the UK. As part of this effort, the company hopes to close the Luton plant, marking the end of 120 years of production since Vauxhall first built the factory in 1905. This is a significant reversal because in February this year, Stellantis announced plans to build the Citroën ë-Dispatch, Peugeot E-Expert, Fiat Professional E-Scudo, Opel Vivaro Electric and Vauxhall Vivaro Electric in Luton from spring 2025. , the company hopes to consolidate production…
Honda Odyssey tailgate issue sparks class action lawsuit
Leaking Honda Odyssey water can allegedly lead to tailgate problems, rust, mold, and money. November 19, 2024 — Honda Odyssey power tailgate issues have sparked a class-action lawsuit alleging water leaked through rear body seam seals, causing the power tailgate to fail. The lawsuit covers 2018-2021 Honda Odyssey minivans that allegedly have defective polyurethane seals that can break and allow water to seep into the rear driver's side panel. Without an effective seal, water can leak into the power tailgate's control module, causing the tailgate to open and close at any time, including while the minivan is in motion. The Odyssey tailgate may also remain open or fail to close. The leak can also cause the tailgate to short out and cause a fire, according to a Florida Honda Odyssey owner who filed a class-action lawsuit. Additionally, water leaks can lead to the growth of mold and rust. “Due to the sealant defect and the substantial monetary costs required to…
BMW owner misses $1.9 million in winnings
BMW has denied a new trial in which a jury placed all blame on BMW after the driver lost his thumb inside the door. November 11, 2024 — BMW has been denied a new trial in a case in which a jury awarded $1.9 million to a car owner whose thumb was amputated when he placed it in the path of a car door. The lawsuit was filed over alleged dangers of BMW's soft-closing doors. “In tight parking spaces or when a door needs to be closed gently, the automatic soft-close function helps: just push the door until it is almost closed. When the door is approximately 6 mm from the lock, the sensor activates the electric motor to close the door firmly and quietly and secured, the door lock components will automatically return to their original positions.” — BMW Plaintiff Godwin Boateng said that in July 2016, when he got out of his 2013 BMW X5 xDrive35i Sport, he…
Volkswagen to close German plants and lay off thousands of jobs
At least three Volkswagen plants in Germany to close in major restructuringVolkswagen is preparing for a massive restructuring in Germany, with possible plans to close at least three domestic plants and lay off tens of thousands of employees. Volkswagen union chief Daniela Cavallo said the move was part of a larger cost-cutting plan to make the automaker more competitive amid economic challenges. While Volkswagen has long been negotiating with unions over a range of cost-cutting strategies, the proposals mark the first time it has considered closing a German plant.Cavallo stressed the seriousness of the situation and viewed potential closures and layoffs as part of Volkswagen's larger restructuring strategy rather than a bargaining tactic. The aim is to address falling demand in key markets including China and Europe, which has left Volkswagen with an urgent need to adjust operations to maintain profitability. However, the specific circumstances of which factories may be closed and the specific number of employees affected have not…
Austin prepares to close convention center
AUSTIN, Texas – On April 1, 2025, the Austin Convention Center will close for four years for a $1.6 billion reconstruction project. The city won't be shutting down for conventions and trade shows, as the city's hotels and convention centers are stepping in to help. Visit Austin President and CEO Tom Noonan said Austin has long needed a new convention center. “Austin is the 11th largest city in the United States, but we currently have the 59th largest convention center. Over the past few years, we have seen that approximately 50% of convention center leads are lost due to lack of space or availability, so we know the interest in a new center The need is there. This new center will make us more competitive within the state and against our key national competitors," Noonan said. The current project timeline anticipates building closures, demolition and construction activities to begin next year, with the new, larger facility reopening in 2029. The…
Tesla’s FSD can’t detect deer on the road, not even close
While the occupants survived, the deer were far less lucky October 30, 2024 15:18 Tesla's FSD semi-autonomous technology uses video image processing as its primary method of navigation. It did not see the deer on the road, nor did the driver, who took no steps to avoid hitting the animal. The incident raises questions about Tesla's sole reliance on video imaging. Semi-autonomous driving requires cars to use sensors to navigate the world. In most cases, automakers use radar or lidar to map their surroundings. However, Tesla only uses camera images. Now that a driver and fully autonomous technology have teamed up to kill a deer on the highway without either party seeing the animal, it's a good time to consider whether vision alone is the right way forward. A Tesla driver recently posted about the accident on What a huge surprise after a few false stops! “That’s right, according to him, not only did the car fail to detect the…
Volkswagen may close three German plants and lay off thousands of jobs
Volkswagen is preparing for deep spending cuts, details likely to be announced later this week October 28, 2024 15:50 Volkswagen plans to close three factories in Germany and lay off "tens of thousands" of employees, according to reports. More details are expected later this week, but it sounds like we can expect significant cuts to affect workers across Europe. The automaker faces high costs, declining sales and competition from China. Volkswagen has been warning that job cuts are coming, and they appear to be quite deep, as the company's works council revealed that the carmaker plans to close at least three different plants. This could lead to "tens of thousands" of layoffs. More information is expected later this week, but Reuters quoted the head of Volkswagen's works council as saying: "Management is absolutely serious about all this. This is not a tense situation in collective bargaining." Daniela Cavallo added that the plan was the start of a "...German sell-off." MORE:…
Lawsuit filed after Kia Carnival sliding door sensor recall
Kia Carnival sliding door sensors allegedly fail to prevent automatic doors from closing. October 26, 2024 — Kia Carnival sliding door sensor lawsuit claims power sliding doors were never fixed during previous recalls. West Virginia plaintiffs Rachel Langerhans and Andrew Langerhans filed a class action lawsuit alleging dangerous and defective power sliding doors on 2022-2023 Kia Carnivals. Most automotive class action lawsuits are not filed until a recall is announced or a formal government investigation is launched. The Kia Carnival lawsuit is a good example, as the lawsuit wasn't filed until after the minivans were both under investigation and recalled. According to the class action lawsuit, 2022-2023 Kia Carnival power sliding doors are equipped with a defective squeeze sensor that does not cause the power sliding door to automatically reverse. Kia Carnival sliding doors are supposed to automatically stop closing if an obstacle blocks the path, but the lawsuit says children or people could be injured if the sensors malfunction.…
Registrations close soon! Go to Europe to participate in the Hannover Livestock Show in Germany and the European Poultry Industry Trade Survey (including an explanation of participation fees)
The China Animal Husbandry Association plans to organize a European poultry industry trade delegation from November 5 to 16, 2024 (subject to the final itinerary), at the same time it will participate in the Hannover Livestock Show in Germany and will carry out on-site inspections. in France, Germany and other countries. Depending on the working conditions,We need to complete the visa appointment before the National Day.To ensure the smooth running of this European poultry industry business trip,Registration closes soon. Interested teachers can call for details (Liu Gang,). Inspection theme 1. The latest development of livestock and poultry breeding technology in Europe;2. Animal precision nutrition and health field;3. Poultry meat slaughtering, processing and supply chain areas;4. Meat and egg deep processing technology;5. Supermarket Marketing: Understand the varieties, classifications and prices of poultry and pork in major supermarkets;6. Visit the Hannover Livestock Exhibition in Germany.Registration fees The initial estimate is around 42,000 yuan per person. Fees will be determined based on the…
VW, SAIC may close China plant as combustion engine car sales slow
SAIC Volkswagen's plant capacity utilization rate is only 58%, and its production capacity is expected to be 2.1 million vehicles go through Brad Anderson September 19, 2024 06:59 The plant has a production capacity of up to 360,000 vehicles per year. The conglomerate currently has 39 factories across the country. Some workers may be asked to transfer to SAIC Volkswagen Yizheng plant. Volkswagen AG and its Chinese joint venture partner SAIC Motor Corp. plan to close a factory in Nanjing as early as next year amid falling local sales of some combustion engine vehicles and the growing popularity of electric vehicles. The plant, which makes the Volkswagen Passat and several Skoda models, has an annual production capacity of up to 360,000 vehicles. The anonymous source said the Skoda brand is reviewing its strategy due to falling sales. A second plant in Ningbo, Zhejiang province, which makes Skoda models, has also been shut down for months and may also be closed.…
BMW owner fined $1.9 million for car accident
New York plaintiff Godwin Boateng claims the loss of his thumb tip will cost him $3 million. July 3, 2024 — A New York BMW owner was awarded $1.9 million for losing the tip of his thumb when it was pinched while closing the soft-close door of his 2013 BMW X5. Plaintiff Godwin Boateng filed the lawsuit after he exited his 2013 BMW X5 xDrive35i Sport in July 2016, placed his right hand on the driver's side door pillar, and faced away from the vehicle with the door open about a foot. The car is equipped with BMW's soft-close door function. "In tight parking spaces or when you need to close the door gently, the automatic soft-close function can help: Simply push the door almost to the closed position. When the door is approximately 6 millimeters from the lock, the sensor activates the electric motor, which pulls the door up firmly and quietly and locks it. The door lock components…
BMW owner fined $1.9 million for car accident
New York plaintiff Godwin Boateng claims the loss of his thumb tip will cost him $3 million. July 3, 2024 — A New York BMW owner was awarded $1.9 million for losing the tip of his thumb when it was pinched while closing the soft-close door of his 2013 BMW X5. Plaintiff Godwin Boateng filed the lawsuit after he exited his 2013 BMW X5 xDrive35i Sport in July 2016, placed his right hand on the driver's side door pillar, and faced away from the vehicle with the door open about a foot. The car is equipped with BMW's soft-close door function. "In tight parking spaces or when you need to close the door gently, the automatic soft-close function can help: Simply push the door almost to the closed position. When the door is approximately 6 millimeters from the lock, the sensor activates the electric motor, which pulls the door up firmly and quietly and locks it. The door lock components…
Feds close Honda rear differential investigation without evidence
The wheels of Honda CR-V and HR-V locked due to damage to the drive shaft and rear differential. July 25, 2024 — Honda CR-V and HR-V SUVs equipped with all-wheel drive can experience wheel lock after a drive shaft breaks and the rear differential is damaged. The issues were enough to attract the attention of federal safety regulators, who launched an investigation in late 2022. The NHTSA investigation involves about 1.7 million Honda CR-V and HR-V SUVs produced between 2018 and 2022. No consumer complaints have been filed with the government, but NHTSA reviewed the field reports and requested information from Honda. Some field reports said wheels locked up without warning while driving, and dealers found broken drive shafts and damaged differentials. Dealers said a damaged oil seal caused an oil leak that caused the problem. Honda said it was aware of at least 1,201 incidents. Engine oil lubricates the components, and if the oil leaks, the rear differential will…
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