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How will EPA answer California?

Recent actions by two federal agencies and the Biden administration's forthcoming near-term vehicle emissions standards could realign the federal rules with California's.
Senator: Incentivize, don't mandate, EVs

Michigan Democrat Debbie Stabenow said she prefers incentives and support for electric vehicles rather than banning gasoline-powered autos.
Driver-assist misuse stirs safety push

A new sense of urgency has emerged for the industry to build trust and educate consumers on the benefits and limitations of these safety features.
NHTSA to probe Porsche Taycan EVs over loss of power

The agency received several complaints alleging "a loss of motive power while in motion at any speed without warning."
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Groups urge Congress to consider auto safety, work force concerns in AV legislation

A U.S. House subcommittee heard testimony from the Center for Auto Safety and the AFL-CIO, which urged taking a cautious approach to issues such as AV testing and deployment.
Kia issues new fix for 440,000 previously recalled Optima, Sorento vehicles

The affected vehicles in the U.S. are 283,803 Kia Optima sedans from the 2013-15 model years and 156,567 Kia Sorento crossovers from 2014-15.
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NHTSA launches video series educating public on vehicle safety technologies

The five videos provide an overview of driver-assist systems as well as newer features such as rear automatic braking.
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Partnerships urged for industry, government on AV deployment

The federal regulatory discussion comes amid multiple reports of Tesla vehicle crashes around the country.
Attention heats up on Cooling-Off Rule

While a pivot to remote sales and home vehicle deliveries has provided greater convenience to consumers, the approach could expose dealers to a nearly 50-year-old federal law that regulates their ability to conduct a sale at a setting other than their permanent place of business.
Illinois rate cap law spurs lending debate

The state's Predatory Loan Prevention Act places a 36 percent cap on all consumer loans of less than $40,000 and includes guaranteed asset protection products sold on vehicle purchases as part of the interest rate calculation — a major detail that makes the law significant for franchised dealers in the state.
Lawsuit accusing Ohio JLR dealership of PPP loan fraud dismissed

Jeffrey Mattox had alleged he was fired after raising concerns that money provided to the store through the federal program was being deducted from his commissions.
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Alliance releases driver-monitoring safety principles amid Tesla crashes

The Alliance for Automotive Innovation is focusing on ways to determine appropriate driver engagement while educating the public on the limitations of driver-assist features.
BIDEN'S FIRST 100 DAYS: Initial steps on EVs, climate agenda taken — and a new crisis

The president has signaled his administration is committed to a transition to electric vehicles and helping the auto industry get there. Meanwhile, the global semiconductor shortage has become a priority.
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Biden administration proposes to reinstate Calif. authority to set tougher emissions rules

NHTSA has opened a 30-day comment period on the withdrawal notice. If finalized, the regulatory action would “establish a clean slate” and no longer prevent states from implementing regulations tougher than the national standard.
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GM, Ford join businesses urging Biden to at least halve U.S. emissions by 2030

In an open letter to the president, the businesses — which include Lyft, IHS Markit, Google, Amazon and other major corporations — are calling on Biden to set a target of cutting greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50 percent below 2005 levels by 2030.