The US Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that Ferrari will pay a $3.5-million civil penalty and has been ordered to comply with NHTSA oversight requirements as set forth in a Consent Order for failing to submit early warning reports (EWR reports) identifying potential or actual safety issues.
Ford Mondeo’s New cabin air filtration could prevent driving blind after sneezing at the wheel
Ford in Europe is introducing on the all-new Mondeo a new air filtration system that blocks up to 99% of pollen, almost all nitrogen dioxide—a key trigger of asthma—as well as gaseous pollutants and odors.
The new filter is 50% more effective than its predecessor at blocking ultra-fine particles, said Volker Scheer, technical expert, Environment and Health, Ford of Europe.
Chevy byproducts provide homes for bats
General Motors is using waste adhesive from the production of the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray to build stalactites for artificial bat caves. International bat experts from such non-governmental organizations as Bat Conservation International and the Organization for Bat Conservation are reviewing the application.
China quality watchdog may review VW’s recall
Volkswagen Group was told by China’s quality watchdog to submit supporting documents after the carmaker’s handling of a recall triggered consumer protests.
Daimler buys 25% stake in Agusta as motorbike and car tech converge
By Edward Taylor
Daimler AG will buy 25 percent of Italian motorcycle maker MV Agusta – the latest sign that motorbike and car technologies are converging, driven by a push to lower emissions and improve safety.
