Tag: Recalls

Scientists Say They Can Damage Memories of Being Cheated On

Image by Focus Features We’re going on 20 years since “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” devastated film lovers — and now, it seems like something approaching the memory-erasing science it depicted may be close to fruition. New research published in the Journal of Affective Disorders describes how the researchers instructed test subjects to recall traumatic… Continue reading Scientists Say They Can Damage Memories of Being Cheated On

LG Electronics feels the brunt of weak consumer demand in third quarter earnings

LG Electronics recorded a profit increase for the third quarter this year but the company warned that it was an effective decline from the weak demand caused by the global economic slowdown. The South Korean electronics maker said its operating profit increased 25.1% year-on-year to 746.6 billion won. However, last year’s third quarter operating profit… Continue reading LG Electronics feels the brunt of weak consumer demand in third quarter earnings

Cleantechnica: Let’s Talk More About Battery Longevity 002343

In another recent article, our friend Barry discussed the need for standards in battery longevity if consumers are going to adopt EVs. I agree that there needs to be not just a standard, but a good standard. I’d like to add some of my thoughts to the conversation and provide some ideas on how we… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Let’s Talk More About Battery Longevity 002343

Tesla Cyberquad for Kids recalled due to federal safety standard violations

The Tesla Cyberquad for Kids is being recalled by Radio Flyer (which built the product) after the Consumer Product Safety Commission found that it violates all-terrain vehicle (ATV) federal safety standards for youths. The agency determined that, among other issues, the mechanical suspension and maximum tire pressure weren’t adequate. Moreover, it said the Cyberquad for… Continue reading Tesla Cyberquad for Kids recalled due to federal safety standard violations

Ford hit with $105M verdict over trade secrets

A federal jury in Michigan found Ford Motor Co. guilty of violating a contract and misuse of trade secrets, awarding Texas-based Versata Software $104.65 million on Wednesday after three weeks of trial testimony. “While we respect the jury’s decision, we believe the facts and the law do not support this outcome. Ford will appeal the… Continue reading Ford hit with $105M verdict over trade secrets

Tesla Cyberquad for Kids gets recalled after a 36-year-old got a bruise

Tesla Cyberquad for Kids, a small toy ATV, is getting recalled after a 36-year-old, who probably had no business riding the toy, got a bruise. In lieu of the actual Cyberquad, which is expected to be a full-scale electric ATV that is going to be an option with the Cybertruck, Tesla launched the Cyberquad for… Continue reading Tesla Cyberquad for Kids gets recalled after a 36-year-old got a bruise

U.S. auto sales to rise in October as supply chains improve

Customers have been unaffected by higher vehicle prices and a lack of incentives or discounts from automakers, who have been taking advantage of strong demand and tight inventory. U.S. auto retail sales are expected to rise in October as supply chain snags ease, making more vehicles available at dealerships amid higher demand, an industry report… Continue reading U.S. auto sales to rise in October as supply chains improve

Scandal-hit truckmaker Hino cancels net earnings forecast

TOKYO — Hino Motors will not announce a net earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending March amid the fallout from its emissions and fuel efficiency falsification scandal, Nikkei has learned. The truckmaker plans to announce earnings from the April-September period on Thursday. However, it decided that it is currently too difficult to calculate losses… Continue reading Scandal-hit truckmaker Hino cancels net earnings forecast

Tesla’s latest recall can’t be solved with a software update

/ It’s a surprise rare physical safety recall affecting over 24,000 Model 3 cars caused by incorrect reassembly of rear-left and center seat belt components Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Tesla is issuing a safety recall on over 24,000 Model 3 vehicles that can’t be fixed with a software update this time. The… Continue reading Tesla’s latest recall can’t be solved with a software update