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Regulatory & Legal Alerts – Dec. 2017

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This helps you remain compliant with the FCRA, EEOC, and other regulatory standards or agencies. Million Colorado Fine Over Background Check Oversight. The Colorado Public Utilities Commission said an investigation found multiple violations of state laws for ride-hailing drivers. California. Uber Hit With $8.9 FINRA Slams J.P.

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Daimler Trucks and Torc partner with Luminar to enable automated trucking; Daimler Trucks acquires minority stake in Luminar

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As part of their joint commitment to safety, the companies will also collaborate on safety standards and operating practices, and make future policy advancements and safety enhancements as a result of the joint program. Founded in 2012, Luminar is a 350-person team with offices in Palo Alto, Orlando, Colorado Springs, Detroit, and Munich.

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Tesla Steering Wheel Retrofits have started, and it’s easy to get rid of your yoke

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After Tesla made the Yoke steering standard on new Model S and Model X vehicles a few years back, drivers seemed split on what they’d prefer. It was all a personal preference, but for those who hated driving with the stalkless Yoke, Tesla started offering the choice of the two when customers would order their vehicles.

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Study: consumer products overtake transportation as largest source of VOCs air pollution in cities

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Recent research suggests that adverse human health effects occur below current US standards for both PM 2.5 Here, we focus on volatile chemical products (VCPs), including pesticides, coatings, printing inks, adhesives, cleaning agents, and personal care products. CIRES is a partnership of NOAA and the University of Colorado Boulder.

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Researchers map CO2 emissions for entire Los Angeles Megacity to help improve environmental policymaking

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Animated graphics help people visualize their city and their personal emissions to illustrate how their actions are affecting the environment in which they live. The Los Angeles megacity—the third-largest metropolitan area in the world—occupies 4,850 square miles and houses more than 18.5 million people. —Professor Gurney.

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Stellantis Limiting Availability of Gasoline Models by State Emission Rules

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Stellantis is reportedly no longer allocating gasoline-only vehicles to the fourteen states with leadership that has agreed to adhere to the emission standards set by the California Air Resources Board (CARB). this means dealer allocation will prioritize powertrains based on how restrictive the local emissions standards happen to be.

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2024 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV off-roader debuts July 6

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The truck’s company cousin, the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison, will produce its personal debut on Might 31. Standard AEV upgrades come with metal bumpers with built-in cure issues, underbody coverage, and off-road wheels. Underneath the hood, look forward to finding a 2.7-liter

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