Chevrolet Sparks Reborn as EV
Chevrolet Spark Reborn as EUV - Baojun Yep Plus MG currently sells Comet EV, ZS EV and Windsor EV as part of its power portfolio. The company has achieved great success in Windsor EV as it has become India's best-selling EV. So position JSW MG Motor India as Tata Motors, the best-selling electric car maker in the country. However, the company may launch more electric vehicles in the mainstream market and consolidate its position as a leader in the electric vehicle sector. We hope the Chevrolet Spark is their next EV, which competes with mainstream 4M EVs and other lifestyle SUVs sold in India. It was recently unveiled in the Brazilian market. Let's take a closer look. Chevrolet Spark Reborn as EUV - Baojun Yep Plus Chevrolet Sparks Reborn as EV Indian car buyers are familiar with the Chevrolet Spark name. It used to be a small and affordable hatchback in Chevrolet's India portfolio. Now, Chevrolet is using this name…
Trump’s Panama Canal ultimatum sparks global controversy
Trump revisits canal dispute in inauguration speech In his inauguration speech, U.S. President Trump vowed to "take back" the Panama Canal, once again triggering controversy in U.S.-Panama relations. Trump has accused Panama of violating a 1999 treaty that completed the handover of the canal and accused China of mismanagement and undue influence, claims Panama vehemently denies. Also read: Panama Canal faces key decisions amid climate-induced drought "We didn't give it to China. We gave it to Panama and we're going to take it back," Trump declared, without specifying a timeline or method for the proposed takeover. Panama firmly refutes Panamanian President José Raul Mulino responded on X (formerly Twitter) that the canal was being managed responsibly to facilitate global trade, including for U.S. interests. “The Panama Canal is and will remain Panama’s canal,” Mulino asserted, stressing the country’s sovereignty. Controversial Destiny Revival Trump’s speech also evoked the 19th-century concept of “Manifest Destiny” and hinted at U.S. territorial expansion ambitions. He…
A Closer Look: How Freeman’s Spark Built Siemens
Photo courtesy of Sparks Las Vegas—CES® 2025, hosted by the Consumer Technology Association®, will be held again in Las Vegas from January 7 to 10, bringing together the most influential voices in the technology world . As a show covering more than 2.5 million square feet, CES welcomes a large number of exhibitors—reportedly more than 4,000 exhibitors across 12 official venues this year. One of the exhibitors, Siemens, partnered with Freeman's audiovisual team and agency Sparks to host the show in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. trade show director On-site met with Adam Charles, Chief Growth Officer of Sparks, and Stacey Gromlich, Senior Director of Audience Engagement and Global Events at Siemens, to discuss how to turn ambitious visions like Siemens’s into reality on the show floor where innovation and wow moments become the norm. Meet exhibitor goals through exhibition features Siemens partners with Freeman's AV team and agency Sparks to bring the CES® 2025 exhibit…
Jeep fire risk sparks another lawsuit
The latest lawsuit covers the Wrangler and Gladiator, while also naming the Grand Cherokee. NHTSA is investigating more than 780,000 Jeep hood fires. The plaintiff in this case claims he was forced to park his Wrangler at the airport for a daily fee of $26. Jeep is in trouble again—literally this time. A new class-action lawsuit has been filed against parent company FCA US (yes, they still use that name), alleging that certain Jeep models are prone to catching fire due to a faulty electrical connector on the power steering pump. The issue, which has already caused a lot of trouble for the automaker, is now heating up further as a determined plaintiff demands a jury trial. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP"){ adpushup.triggerAd("0f7e3106 -c4d6-4db4-8135-c508879a76f8"); } else { adpushup.triggerAd("82503191-e1d1-435a-874f-9c78a2a54a2f"); READ: Jeep owners sue Stellantis over possible spontaneous combustion of Wrangler and Gladiator The lawsuit, filed by Stan Paris in the U.S. District…
Jeep fire sparks class action lawsuit
Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles are prone to fires. January 13, 2025 — Jeep fires have sparked a class-action lawsuit involving vehicles involved in a federal investigation and a separate recall over Jeep fires. The lawsuit includes claims that "2020-2024 Jeep Wrangler, 2021-2023 Jeep Gladiator and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles are susceptible to under-hood fires." According to the Jeep class action lawsuit, the power steering pump electrical connector in a Jeep and the high-voltage battery in Jeep 4xe vehicles can cause fires. Jeep fires can occur while driving or when parked and turned off. The Jeep class action lawsuit seeks more than $5 million from Pennsylvania plaintiff Stan Paris, who purchased a 2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe in July 2024. The plaintiff did not claim his battery caught fire, but he said it was difficult to park his Jeep away from other vehicles and buildings. He said he has been parking his 2023 Jeep Wrangler…
Audi e-tron battery recall sparks Georgia lawsuit
Audi e-tron lawsuit says recall failed and all battery modules should be replaced. January 12, 2025 — An Audi e-tron battery recall has sparked a class-action lawsuit in Georgia alleging the vehicles pose a risk of battery failure and fire. Class actions include: “All persons in Georgia who own, own, lease and/or lease a Class vehicle as of January 3, 2024 (the “Class”). The Audi class action lawsuit covers these e-tron vehicles. 2019-2022 Audi e-tron Quattro 2020-2022 Audi e-tron Sportback Quattro 2022-2024 Audi RS e-tron GT 2022-2024 Audi e-tron GT Georgia plaintiff Dwight Kelly purchased a 2019 Audi e-tron quattro in August 2020, and although he did not claim he had any problems with the battery, he claimed his Audi e-tron now Value has dropped, reportedly more than a typical Audi e-tron. Gasoline-powered vehicles. According to a class-action lawsuit, the Audi e-tron battery recall is not enough to prevent battery problems and fires. The Audi e-tron battery recalls ( here…
Jeep 4xe battery explosion hazard sparks lawsuit
FCA Canada files lawsuit over two battery fire recalls of Jeep Wrangler 4xe and Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe SUVs December 19, 2024 — Explosive battery hazards in the Jeep 4xe have prompted a class-action lawsuit in Canada following the recall of 2020-2024 Jeep Wrangler plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee PHEV. The FCA Canada class action lawsuit includes everyone in Canada who owns, owns, leases, leases and/or uses a 2020-2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe or a 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe. Fiat Chrysler Canada has issued two recalls for Jeep 4xe vehicles because the batteries used in these vehicles may be affected by diaphragm damage. The plaintiff claimed that the battery could explode even if the vehicle was parked. According to the class action lawsuit, Jeep 4xe customers have been warned not to charge their vehicles and not to park in or near buildings or vehicles. According to the lawsuit, Chrysler failed to disclose how high-voltage hybrid batteries…
IndiGo and Mahindra: BE 6e name sparks trademark dispute
IndiGo and Mahindra in trademark dispute over BE 6e nomenclature The name of Mahindra's latest electric SUV, the BE 6e, has triggered a legal dispute with India's largest airline IndiGo. InterGlobe Aviation Ltd, which operates IndiGo, has filed a case in the Delhi High Court against the use of "6e" in the name of the vehicle, claiming that it infringes its trademark and brand identity. dispute IndiGo uses "6E" as its aviation call sign, claiming that the name is an important part of its brand identity. The airline owns the "6E" trademark in several categories, including electronic advertising displays, advertising services related to transportation and air passenger and cargo services. Mahindra, on the other hand, has registered the BE 6e designation under Class 12, which deals with motor vehicles and related equipment. Launched on November 26, 2024, the BE 6e is part of the Mahindra electric SUV range. The name is said to be a playful nod to the word…
Toyota door lock actuator problem sparks lawsuit
Allegedly, the Toyota door lock actuator recall should have been issued a long time ago. December 2, 2024 — Toyota door lock actuator problems have sparked a class-action lawsuit that includes these models. 2010–2024 Toyota 4Runner 2013-Present Toyota RAV4 2014-Present Toyota Highlander 2010-2022 Toyota Prius 2007 to present Toyota Tundra 2012–2024 Toyota Camry 2012–2024 Toyota Camry Hybrid 2014-Present Toyota Corolla 2005–2023 Toyota Tacoma 2007–2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser The door lock actuator allegedly stopped working, resulting in an inability to lock or unlock the doors when using the key fob or interior power door locks. Texas plaintiff Paul Flick purchased a used 2012 Toyota 4Runner in 2015, but he said Toyota did not warn him about the alleged door lock actuator problem. In 2020, the plaintiff noticed that when he tried to lock and unlock the doors using the key fob, the front driver's side door lock would not lock and unlock automatically. The plaintiff also claimed that the alarm system…
Jaguar’s controversial rebrand sparks interest
Jaguar's relaunch has boosted interest in the brand's outgoing models, a new analysis finds. One online marketplace said search views for Jaguar were up 10%, with F-Pace becoming the most popular theme. While the "Copy Nothing" campaign has been controversial, Google Trends data shows it generated more interest than anything Jaguar has done in the past five years. Jaguar's controversial rebirth and "No Copy" campaign did wonders for the brand as it generated widespread attention. While it's not all positive, there is legitimate interest in the brand. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP"){ adpushup.triggerAd("0f7e3106 -c4d6-4db4-8135-c508879a76f8"); } else { adpushup.triggerAd("82503191-e1d1-435a-874f-9c78a2a54a2f"); That's a coup in itself, and people aren't just looking at the design vision concepts that will be revealed later tonight. Quite the contrary, people are looking for the Jaguar they know and love. MORE: Jaguars boss says they must change status quo after controversial campaign According to Auto Trader UK, "ad views"…
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…
Rare AMG 560SEC widebody sparks collectors’ craze
This classic Mercedes will be changing hands for more than just a new AMG GT go through Brad Anderson November 20, 2024 17:56 This blue and black metallic 560SEC has approximately 56,000 miles. Power comes from a 385-horsepower naturally aspirated 6.0-liter V8 engine. The interior is well-appointed, including heated seats with memory function. Before Mercedes-Benz acquired AMG and developed its flagship high-performance models in-house, the AMG brand was independent and a specialist in everything that bore the three-pointed star badge. The 560SEC is one of the best products it has ever produced and one of these amazing products is for sale in Texas. Less than 50 6.0 widebody coupes like this were produced. The 1989 car was delivered brand new to Japan, where it lived until 2016 before being exported to Europe and living in the UK and Austria. It was later moved to the United States and has attracted bids well in excess of the starting MSRP of the…
Jeep power steering pump fire risk sparks lawsuit
Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler investigated and filed lawsuits over possible power steering pump fires. November 15, 2024 — Jeep power steering pump fire risk sparks class-action lawsuit alleging that 2021 to 2023 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler vehicles can catch fire even when the engine is turned off. The Jeep lawsuit was filed two months after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration launched an investigation into 2021-2023 Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler vehicles. According to safety regulators, the Jeep may have a power steering pump problem that could cause an engine bay fire. Jeep owners reported a fire in the passenger side engine compartment where the power steering pump electrical connector is located. NHTSA also said most of the fires occurred when Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators were shut down. The Jeep class action lawsuit alleges that Chrysler knew or should have known about the fire risk before NHTSA launched its investigation. The class action lawsuit also accuses FCA of failing…
Chefs conference sparks culinary conversations from coast to coast
A new gathering of culinary professionals is ready: Chefs Conference, a bicoastal event debuting in Philadelphia in April and led by hotel law expert and chef Mike Traud, J.D., Ed.D. In October, chefs, restaurant professionals, hotel-related PR firms and food journalists will gather in Los Angeles for the West Coast edition. Traud said they will meet at the headquarters of online food ordering platform ChowNow, which has "a beautiful space" that hosts many events celebrating and educating the restaurant industry, in line with the conference's mission. convene Via email. Traud said the chefs conference was inspired by his previous decade-long role as president and founder of the Philadelphia Chefs Conference, hosted by Drexel University’s Department of Food and Hospitality Management. “It represents the growth of the conference and its goal of connecting chefs and restaurant industry professionals from all regions through dialogue and education.” The one-day Los Angeles program — capped at 150 participants and “really focused on the experience…
BMW water pump recall sparks lawsuit
The BMW class action lawsuit claims that the water pump recall cannot repair 720,000 vehicles. October 11, 2024 — BMW water pump recall sparks class-action lawsuit filed about six weeks after BMW recalled more than 720,000 vehicles due to water pump problems. According to BMW water pump recall documents: "Blow-by fluid in the PCV system may collect on the intake hose. If this occurs, this fluid may drip onto the plug connector. Over time, this may cause fluid into the plug and may cause a short circuit." — BMW The BMW water pump lawsuit covers the following recalled vehicles: 2014-2016 BMW 228i 2014-2016 BMW 228xi 2012-2016 BMW 328i 2012-2016 BMW 328xi 2014-2016 BMW 428i 2015-2016 BMW 428xi 2012-2016 BMW 528i 2012-2015 BMW X1 2013-2017 BMW X3 2015-2018 BMW X4 2016-2018 BMW X5 2012-2016 BMW Z4 BMW told the government that about 1% of recalled vehicles may be defective and that it did not tell customers not to drive their vehicles.…
FCA Canada recall sparks lawsuit, but not class action
The Court of Appeal ruled that the lawsuit could not be deemed a class action based on 24 FCA Canada recalls. September 29, 2024 — An FCA Canadian recall sparked a proposed massive class-action lawsuit that is no longer being filed after an appeals court ruled that the Chrysler lawsuit would not be certified as a class action in Canada. FCA Canada's lawsuit comes after the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration took action against Chrysler over 23 recalls and $105 million in federal fines in the United States. The FCA Canada lawsuit was filed by 2007 Jeep Liberty owner Corrine Kane, who claims Chrysler did not adequately repair the vehicles involved in 24 FCA Canada recalls. The plaintiffs allege that in addition to allegedly failing to properly repair the vehicles for the roughly 900,000 owners in Canada, FCA also failed to replace or repurchase the recalled vehicles. The FCA Canada recall includes the following vehicles involved in the lawsuit:…
Subaru driver’s side mirror vibration sparks Texas lawsuit
Texas drivers report that 2024 Subaru Crosstrek and Subaru Ascent vehicles in Texas have rearview mirror issues. September 26, 2024 — Subaru driver-side mirror vibration has sparked a Texas class action lawsuit alleging that the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek or 2024 Subaru Ascent mirrors vibrate and shake, causing drivers to lose sight of surrounding traffic. Subaru mirror vibration class action lawsuit includes: "Any person or entity purchasing or leasing any 2024 Subaru Crosstrek or 2024 Subaru Ascent vehicle in Texas." According to the lawsuit, the driver's side mirror vibrated due to "insufficient materials used to manufacture the mirror housing itself and/or defects in the construction of the mirror housing." Subaru driver's side mirror lawsuit Texas plaintiff Katelyn Robinson purchased a new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek but soon realized the driver's side mirror was vibrating and shaking while driving. This caused the image in the mirror to appear blurry, making it difficult for her to see traffic. Within a month, she drove her…
Mazda’s $10 remote start subscription sparks backlash
Right-to-repair advocates argue car owners should have full ownership of technology embedded in their vehicles September 28, 2024 14:40 Mazda now charges $10 or more per month for connected services like remote start. The services were previously free, but customers are warned they will eventually incur fees. One person developed an open source workaround, but Mazda successfully removed it. Mazda recently surprised customers by requiring them to sign up for a subscription to retain certain services. Now, renowned right-to-repair advocate Louis Rossmann is promoting the brand. He pointed to some of Mazda's actions as reasons for his anger at them. However, it turns out customers may still have a workaround. Previously, the Japanese automaker offered connected services, including remote start and other features, without a subscription. At the time, the company told customers that the services would eventually transition to a paid model. More: Native Google Maps won't work on GM's new cars without $300 subscription To clarify, we're talking…
Volkswagen suction jet pump recall sparks class action lawsuit
The suction jet pump in the fuel tank of Audi and Volkswagen may cause fuel leakage and odor. August 16, 2024 — A Volkswagen suction jet pump class action lawsuit has been filed, months after Audi and Volkswagen announced recalls to replace suction jet pumps. The lawsuit includes: “Any person or entity who purchases or leases a 2015 to 2020 Volkswagen Golf, 2015 to 2020 Audi A3, or 2021 to 2024 Volkswagen Taos vehicle (Class Vehicles) in the United States (including its territories and the District of Columbia).” Volkswagen was allegedly aware of the problem with the suction injection pump in 2015, and VW did recall some vehicles in 2016. However, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched an investigation into whether the 2016 Volkswagen suction jet pumps have resolved the problem. The FBI launched its investigation in December 2023 after receiving more than 80 complaints and field reports of oil leaks and fuel odors in Audi A3 and…
Ford Bronco fuel pump issue sparks investigation
2021 Ford Bronco owners are complaining about fuel pumps failing without warning while driving. July 31, 2024 — Ford Bronco fuel pump issue sparks federal investigation in the U.S. following complaints of malfunctioning low-pressure fuel pumps in 2021 Broncos. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said about 45,500 Bronco SUVs were involved, and if there was a fuel pump problem, the scale of the problem could be larger because multiple Ford and Lincoln models are equipped with the same fuel pump. Owners of 2021 Ford Broncos are complaining about fuel pump issues while driving. The fuel pump failure occurs without warning, causing the Broncos to stall and unable to restart the engine. Bronco owners must replace the low-pressure fuel pump. NHTSA did not release further details about the 2021 Ford Bronco fuel pump issue or the investigation, but the government will also inspect other models equipped with the same fuel pump. CarComplaints.com will update our website with the results of…
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