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Stellantis Announces Recall for Airbag Defect in Almost 285K Dodge Chargers and Chrysler 300s
Stellantis has issued a voluntary recall for about 285,000 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles due to potential side airbag problems, posing a risk of inflator rupturing and releasing dangerous metal fragments. Owners will be notified and reimbursed for replacements. The company is proactively accumulating parts for speedy dealer servicing.
By Dabbie Davis
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Mercedes-Benz Leads the Way with World's First X-Ray Crash Test Video
Mercedes-Benz, in collaboration with the Fraunhofer Society, achieved a historic milestone by conducting the world's first X-ray crash test video of a real car at the Ernst Mach Institute in Freiburg. This pioneering endeavor unveiled previously unseen internal deformation processes during crashes, providing invaluable insights for enhancing vehicle safety.
By Dabbie Davis
Tesla Submerged on a Pond in Texas Ranch Caused the Death of Mitch McConnell’s Billionaire Sister-in-Law
Angela Chao, former CEO of Foremost Group, tragically died after her Tesla fell into a Texas ranch pond. Reports suggest she mistakenly put her car in reverse during a maneuver. Rescue attempts were unsuccessful, and authorities are investigating the incident. Chao's ties to prominent political figures add complexity to this tragic event.
By Dabbie Davis
Lucid Motors Faces Ongoing Trademark Dispute Over Gravity SUV
Lucid Motors faces a trademark dispute as a rival electric vehicle startup, backed by Google Ventures, challenges its use of the "Gravity" moniker for its upcoming SUV. The legal battle adds to Lucid's existing hurdles in the highly competitive EV market, impacting the company's financial outlook and production estimates. The Gravity SUV's success becomes crucial amidst these challenges
By Dabbie Davis
GM Resolves 2024 Cadillac Lyriq Storage Tray Problem, Solutions Underway
GM addresses a dashboard storage tray issue in the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq with a customer satisfaction program. Dealers will replace affected trays at no cost until March 31, 2026. Previous concerns with the 2023 model have also been resolved. Car and Driver praised the Lyriq's design and battery capacity but criticized its driving dynamics.
By Dabbie Davis
250,000 Honda Passports,Insights Face Investigation for Phantom Braking Incidents
U.S. authorities are investigating potential defects in the automatic emergency braking systems of 2019-2022 Honda Passport and Insight models due to reports of unanticipated braking occurrences. The probe follows incidents of "phantom braking," with up to 250,712 cars potentially affected. Honda is cooperating with the investigation, while customers have reported related issues.
By Dabbie Davis
Kia EV9 Emerges as Champion at 2024 Women's World Car Award
The Kia EV9 has been named the Women’s Worldwide Car for 2024 by 75 female automotive journalists. It stood out among 63 competitors in the SUV class, praised for its innovative approach, versatility, and remarkable energy efficiency. Kia's $5,000 price reduction makes the EV9 more competitive in the electric SUV market, following the success of the Kia Niro.
By Dabbie Davis
Wrangler Plug-in Hybrid Fire Risk Sparks Lawsuit Against Stellantis
Stellantis faces a federal lawsuit alleging that the Jeep Wrangler 4xe was marketed with a fire risk related to its lithium-ion battery packs. The lawsuit, involving nine complainants from seven states, claims that Stellantis should have been aware of the potential defect before launching the vehicles. Stellantis disputes the allegations and has initiated recalls and repairs.
By Dabbie Davis
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