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Apple Abandons Electric Car Project, Pivots to Generative AI
Apple terminates its decade-long electric car initiative, pivoting resources towards Generative AI development. The undisclosed project, reportedly involving two thousand employees, remains unacknowledged by Apple. Personnel from the car project are expected to join the AI division, aligning with CEO Tim Cook's emphasis on advancing AI initiatives.
By Dabbie Davis
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Toyota Takes Action, Recalling Over 280,000 Vehicles Over Transmission Issue
Toyota announced a recall of over 280,000 Tundra, Sequoia, and Lexus LX 600 vehicles in the US. The transmission issue could cause the cars to drift forward when in neutral. Forbes reports that a software update will be provided to address the potential safety risk, with notifications to owners by late April. This follows a previous recall of one million vehicles for a different issue in Canada and the US.
By Dabbie Davis
GM Temporarily Stops Sales of 2024 Trucks Over Software Quality Issues
General Motors has announced a temporary halt on sales for 2024 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado trucks due to intermittent software quality issues. The company has identified a solution and aims to address the issues before delivering vehicles to customers. GM expressed commitment to resolving the situation swiftly and ensuring top-tier software for their evolving vehicles.
By Dabbie Davis
Cadillac Lyriq Reclaims $7,500 Federal Tax Credit Eligibility
General Motors has reinstated the Cadillac Lyriq's eligibility for the $7,500 US electric vehicle tax credit following a sourcing change for two minor components. The luxury electric SUV lost its eligibility due to updated regulations but now offers customers the federal tax credit at the point of sale, marking a positive development amidst GM's EV challenges. The 2024 Lyriq, with expanded configurations and impressive performance, continues to position itself as a strong contender in GM's electric car lineup.
By Dabbie Davis
Tesla Engineer Takes on Cybertruck Rust Debate, Clears the Air
Amid growing unease, Tesla's lead engineer steps forward to conclusively resolve the ongoing debate surrounding the rust issue on the highly anticipated Cybertruck. Reports of visible rust spots on the stainless-steel bodywork have sparked significant alarm among owners, prompting the engineer to clarify and offer solutions. Wes Morrill highlighted the normality of the rust spots and recommended easily accessible cleaning products to address this concern.
By Dabbie Davis
Stellantis Weak Sales: Unsold Cars Make Biggest Inventory Since Pandemic
As the automotive sector faces an 80-day inventory surge, dealerships nationwide brace for weakened demand. Reports revealed Cox Auto data highlights a 38% rise in January's days' supply. Stellantis responds by pledging to trim inventory by 30%, employing incentives and price adjustments, echoing broader market trends.
By Dabbie Davis
Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, Wrangler 4xe Face Recall for Software Error Affecting nearly 200,000 Vehicles
Stellantis is recalling 199,143 Jeep Wrangler 4xe and Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid SUVs due to software faults affecting the hybrid control processor. The issue causes the windshield defrost system to malfunction, posing safety concerns. Owners can expect complimentary software updates starting April 5.
By Dabbie Davis
Hyundai's 3.3-liter V6 Engine Faces Petition Over Reliability: NHSTA Looking into Claim
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) scrutinizes a petition urging an inquiry into potential issues affecting Hyundai vehicles in the US, notably those with Hyundai’s 3.3-liter V6 engines. Dated February 2, 2024, the petition awaits ODI review, potentially leading to a recall of 60,049 vehicles if approved.
By Dabbie Davis
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