The ongoing CDK Cyberattack crippled 15,000 dealerships across the country but there appears to be light at the end of the tunnel with CDK confirming that it will fully restore its services on July 4th.
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Ford Recalling 550K Pickups Due to Downshift Issue
Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than 550,000 full-size pickups due to a problem with a sensor that may cause the truck’s transmission to downshift, potentially resulting in a loss of control of the vehicle. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Cyberattack Cripples Car Dealers Across U.S.
As many as 15,000 auto dealers across the United States and Canada are largely unable to operate as a result of a series of cyberattacks on CDK, a major data provider that runs the software used for everything from negotiating sales to scheduling service. It’s unclear what’s behind the attack – or when CDK will be back up and running.
Automakers Face “The Most Uncertain and Volatile” Times in Industry History
The auto industry is in the midst of the most unsettling shake-up its seen in more than a century and that’s likely force radical change in not only what products manufacturers bring to market but how and where they sell them. For one thing, Detroit automakers should consider pulling out of China, said Bank of America analyst John Murphy as part of his annual “Car Wars” study.
Rearview Camera Problem Forces Stellantis to Recall 1.16M Vehicles
A software glitch preventing the rear view cameras from displaying images on the vehicle’s touchscreen necessitated a recall of 1.16 million Stellantis vehicles. The cameras are equipment on vehicles in the Ram, Jeep and Chrysler vehicles in the U.S. and Canada. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Used Vehicle Market Strengthens on Sales of Cheaper Vehicles
It wasn’t just new cars moving off dealer lots last month, used cars, trucks and SUVs saw plenty of interest as well. If you’re in the market for a vehicle, there’s one end of the market moving faster than the rest. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Wiper Problems Force Tesla to Halt Cybertruck Deliveries
Tesla’s Cybertruck has gotten off to a rocky start since it finally started deliveries last November, two years late. And now, a new problem with its huge windshield wipers has forced the automaker to put deliveries of the all-electric truck on hold until it can figure out a solution.
Volvo Recalling All EX30 EVs to Repair Software Glitch
Volvo is recalling nearly 72,000 EX30 SUVs because of a software problem that can glitch the EV’s speedometer. It’s the second software problem that has plagued the new battery-electric vehicle. But motorists may not even know there’s a problem unless they read the mandatory recall notice sent under federal guidelines.
Automakers Moving New Vehicles, But Toyota’s Actually Selling Them, Report Says
Automakers continue growing a previously tight inventory of new vehicles. Having these vehicles on dealer lots gives consumers more choices — choices that turn into purchases eventually. New vehicle movement hit 1.2 million vehicles in May, which is a good sign. However, which automaker is building inventory, and which is selling vehicles is the key differentiator. Get details at Headlight.News.
Toyota, 3 Other Japanese Automakers, Acknowledge Cheating on Safety and Emissions Tests
Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda “sincerely” apologized Monday for the automaker’s role in a cheating scandal that has swept through the Japanese auto industry. The industry giant, along with Honda, Mazda and Suzuki have pleaded after a government investigation in their home market revealed they rigged emissions and safety tests. Production of some of the vehicles have been halted, as a result.
Average Age of U.S. Vehicle is 12.6 Years Old — A New Record
New data shows the average age of U.S. vehicles is 12.6 years old. It’s a new record, and with new vehicles still selling at near-record prices, it’s probably safe to assume that number won’t fall any time soon. Get details at Headlight.News.
Ford Tells Dealerships To Halt EV Investments, Move Comes As Part of Internal Review
Ford is telling dealerships to stop EV investments as it undertakes a review of internal certification process