Ford hit with second-largest fine ever over recall
Ford and NHTSA have agreed to sign a consent decree that will subject the automaker to a $165 million civil penalty. It's the second-largest fine in NHTSA history, behind only fines related to Takata air bag incidents. The government has issued a years-long recall of the automaker's rearview cameras, covering more than 600,000 vehicles. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) slapped Ford with the second-largest civil penalty for taking too long to recall and failing to "provide accurate and complete recall information." As part of the consent order, the automaker faces up to $165 million in damages and will be subject to third-party monitoring. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP") { adpushup.triggerAd("4d84e4c9 -9937-4f84-82c0-c94544ee6f2a"); } else{ adpushup.triggerAd("6a782b01-facb-45f3-a88f-ddf1b1f97657"); While there is much to unpack, the origins of the case date back to September 2020. At the time, 620,246 Ford and Lincoln vehicles were recalled due to "insufficient conductivity" within the printed circuit…
YangWang U9 can hit a top speed of 244 mph, but can’t beat it
Nearly 1,300-horsepower all-electric supercar laps the Green Hell a full 31 seconds slower than Xiaomi SU7 Ultra November 13, 2024 12:10 The Yangwang U9 is the fastest Chinese production model with a top speed of 243.54 mph. The electric supercar lapped the Nürburgring in 7 minutes, 17.900 seconds, but it could do better. The lap time is inferior to Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, Porsche Taycan Turbo GT and Rimac Nevera. Not bad, but far from great Let's start with the Nürburgring lap time: 7:17.900 is respectable, especially for a pure electric car. However, in the pantheon of high-performance electric vehicles, the Yangwang U9 doesn't exactly rewrite history. It's a full 30 seconds behind the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra prototype's astonishing 6:46.874, and it's also behind production benchmarks like the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT (7:07.55) and the Rimac Nevera (7:05.298). More: Mercedes-AMG One breaks its own Nürburgring record with 6.29 lap time The Chinese car manufacturing giant also shared an in-car video of…
BMW M3 driver tries to hit wall
Luckily no spectators appeared to be harmed when BMW driver lost control in Florida go through Brad Anderson November 8, 2024 07:45 The sports sedan went off the road and suffered severe damage to its rear fascia. It appears the driver made an unwise decision to turn off the traction control system. There is no doubt that the G80 BMW M3 is an absolute weapon, especially in competition or CS competition, and can pick up speed at an alarming rate. Of course, the caveat is that it requires a level of respect and precision driving that some drivers don't seem capable of. Like the driver of this M3, he clearly overestimated his skills and the car's willingness to forgive stupidity. This gorgeous royal blue G80 M3 was recently photographed driving in Orlando, Florida, and for some reason the driver thought it would be a good idea to try a burnout in the middle of the road, but the method here…
Thar, Scorpio-N, Bolero and others help Mahindra hit 25% record
Mahindra announced that total sales in October 2024 were 96,648 vehicles, a year-on-year increase of 20%. Passenger car sales increased 25% to 54,504 units from 43,708 units in October 2023. Overall SUV sales, including exports, reached 55,571 units. Mahindra sold 3,14,714 vehicles in FY25, up 22 per cent from 2,58,622 vehicles sold in the previous year. Shipments to the international market were 3,506 units, a year-on-year increase of 89%. Commenting on the sales, Veejay Nakra, President, Automotive Division, M&M Ltd., said: “We are delighted to have recorded a record-high SUV sales in October at 54,504 units, a growth of 25%, taking the total sales to an all-time high of 96,648 units, a growth of 20%. This month It's off to a stellar start with the Thar Roxx getting 1.70 lakh bookings in the first 60 minutes and the entire SUV portfolio maintaining positive momentum throughout the festive period. Also read: Mahindra XUV 3XO EV field tested with new dual-tone alloy…
Mahindra sales hit 54 crore in October 2024 – highest sales so far
Mahindra Thar ROXX deliveries started. Image – sansCARi sumit Mahindra announced that SUV sales hit a record high in October 2024, with 54,504 units sold, a year-on-year increase of 24.70% Mahindra performs strongly in October 2024. Total sales reached 96,648 units. The company's passenger car sales were 54,504 units. This is related to the 43,708 units sold in October 2023, a year-on-year increase of 24.70%. Month-on-month (MoM) sales performance also showed growth. The month-on-month sales volume increased by 6.74% from 51,062 units in September 2024. Overall exports surged by 89%, while light commercial vehicle sales showed increased demand in the 2T – 3.5T segment. SUV sales hit record high in October, reaching 54,504 units Mahindra, India's largest SUV maker, reported record SUV sales in October 2024. The company's SUV portfolio saw positive momentum during the festive season. The new Roxx in particular has received positive demand, with 170,000 units booked within the first hour of order opening. The Bolero, Scorpio-N…
Michael Schumacher’s 2006 F1 Ferrari could be a hit at auction
The German racing driver won multiple races in the 2006 season behind the wheel of the Ferrari 248 F1 car go through Brad Anderson 6 hours ago Michael Schumacher's 2006 Ferrari 248 F1 is expected to fetch more than $10 million at auction this November. The 248 F1, driven by Michael Schumacher, won five times during the 2006 F1 season. The car has been in a private collection since being purchased directly from Ferrari in 2007. One of the most successful Formula One cars ever driven by Michael Schumacher is set to go up for auction in November, potentially breaking records. While it's not the only F1 car Schumacher has put up for sale recently, it was one of the last cars he drove during the 2006 season before retiring and returning to Mercedes in 2010. Last year in the sport. This Ferrari 248 F1 is the fifth of eight chassis built in 2006 and made its debut at the…
Musk’s Cybercab dream may hit 2,500-vehicle limit in US
Tesla's Cybercab promises to revolutionize transportation, but legal and safety challenges pose major obstacles. Current NHTSA exemptions limit the number of vehicles deployed annually to 2,500 for models lacking human controls. Regulatory approval of Tesla's steering-wheel-less Cybercab will limit production, making mass adoption difficult without changes. Elon Musk promised "very high" production volumes for the Tesla Cybercab when he unveiled it late last week. Bold words, but Tesla still has a lot of nasty regulatory hurdles to overcome before this fully self-driving car can hit the production line, let alone start mass production. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP"){ adpushup.triggerAd("4d84e4c9 -9937-4f84-82c0-c94544ee6f2a"); } else{ adpushup.triggerAd(" 6a782b01-facb-45f3-a88f-ddf1b1f97657"); } }); Like Tesla's other vehicles, the Cybercab relies on the company's vision-only self-driving technology, but with one twist: There's no steering wheel, no pedals, and no controls whatsoever. While this would make sense for a vehicle that could drive 100% autonomously without any human intervention, actually…
BMW Group India car sales hit record high year-to-date, up 10%
BMW Group India has reported its highest ever sales in the first nine months of 2024, driven primarily by high demand for electric vehicles and long-wheelbase models. The company marked this period as its most successful so far this year, with growth of 10% compared to the same period last year. A total of 10,556 cars and 5,638 motorcycles were delivered, of which 10,056 BMW cars were sold. Meanwhile, the group's subsidiary MINI contributed 500 units to overall sales. The growth highlights the growing popularity of BMW's electric and luxury products in the Indian market. Commenting on the sales performance, Vikram Pawah, President and CEO, BMW Group India, said, "BMW Group India is reaching new heights with continued strong business performance. From January to September this year Record-high car deliveries reflect synergy between successful strategy and unparalleled customer experience BMW Group India is changing the game with its long wheelbase portfolio and strong electric vehicle offensive. Main models such as…
2025 Rivian R1S will hit 60 mph, on par with the Corvette Z06
The four-motor R1S is also faster than the Lamborghini Urus Performante, Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT and Aston Martin DBX707. The Rivian R1S's four-motor configuration boasts 1,025 horsepower and 1,198 pound-feet of torque. Motor Trend says the 2025 model will have a 0-60 mph (96 km/h) time of 2.6 seconds. It also conquered the quarter mile quicker than a Lamborghini Urus. For years, SUVs were never really considered fast or fun to drive. Then Porsche broke the mold with the Cayenne, and more have followed. Now, Rivian may have just set a new high bar with the 2025 R1S, which has a quad-motor setup that delivers 1,025 horsepower and 1,198 pound-feet of torque. A new independent test proves it's one of the fastest production cars (not just SUVs) ever built. It accelerates from 0 to 60 mph (96 km/h) in 2.6 seconds, the same as the new C8 Corvette Z06 and E-Ray. It's quicker than the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, McLaren…
Stellantis and Tesla hit bottom among Consumer Reports used car brands
The Consumer Reports study ranked the most reliable used car brands. Chrysler, Dodge, Tesla, Jeep and Ram received poor reliability ratings. Lexus, Toyota, Mazda, Acura and Honda occupied the top five. As the used car market heats up, buyers are increasingly looking for reliable used vehicles. With so many options on the market, knowing which brands are likely to last can save you from costly mistakes and guide you toward reliable choices. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP"){ adpushup.triggerAd("4d84e4c9 -9937-4f84-82c0-c94544ee6f2a"); } else{ adpushup.triggerAd("6a782b01-facb-45f3-a88f-ddf1b1f97657"); } }); Consumer Reports is now focusing on the used car market, and their latest findings show one thing: Japanese brands are doing well, while Tesla and Stellantis are at the bottom. The latest rankings show that while some brands continue to impress, others have been relegated to the "try to avoid" category. More: Consumer Reports picks the most reliable three-year-old used cars, SUVs and trucks To compile these…
Hit the trails or cruise around town with 650 horsepower from PaxPower
The tuner's JackalSUV package makes the Yukon more suitable for off-roading, while the SportSUV is aimed at those who don't like to stray from the beaten path. go through Brad Anderson September 4, 2024 16:29 The tuner has launched two kits for this SUV. The JackalSUV is aimed at those who want to go off-road, while the SportSUV is more suitable for tarmac roads. Both models can be fitted with a Whipple supercharger, boosting power to 650 horsepower. PaxPower is probably best known for building a Silverado-based beefed-up version of the Ford F-150 Raptor R that Chevy refused to build. Over the years, the company has also built upgrades for a slew of other SUVs and pickups, raising their ride heights and giving them off-road capabilities. Now, the company is doing the same with the GMC Yukon, and for the first time, offering a downgraded version for city folk. Anyone who owns a late-model Yukon and wants to improve its…
Tesla driver who allegedly hit and killed motorcyclist
Authorities said the driver admitted to police that he was not paying attention at the time of the accident A Tesla Model S driver admitted to relying too much on FSD during a bicycle accident. Tesla is not responsible if the driver is distracted and causes a crash. The incident has once again sparked debate about the safety of Tesla's autopilot system. On April 19, the driver of a Tesla Model S crashed into a motorcycle, killing the rider instantly. Authorities have now confirmed that the Tesla owner was using both the full-autonomous and semi-autonomous driving technologies and was looking at his phone at the time of the accident. The investigation is ongoing. Full Self-Driving is often criticized for its naming and the risk that owners might put too much trust in it. In a way, accidents like this show that some drivers are indeed abusing the technology. The Tesla driver admitted at the scene that he was distracted and…
249 – How to Make Your First Trade Show a Hit!
You are thinking about attending your first trade show and want to make sure it is a success! But how do you go about it? As for me, I have worked and planned 100's of trade shows, do you want to know how I would do it? 6 things you need to do to make sure you look like a pro instead of a newbie and stun at your first trade show! Before you get started, you need to make sure you choose the right show! Watch this video: If you know you have chosen the right trade show, then you need to prepare for the trade show, here are 6 things you can do so that you come back with more leads, sales, and profits instead of going blindly. 1 – Study the performance, especially the audience! 2 – Determine your budget. How much the show will cost, and all the associated expenses. Don’t be caught off guard! 3…
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