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NIO takes hardline approach on vlogger with legal action

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Similar to fellow EV maker Tesla, which has taken a hardline approach to inaccurate reports, NIO has taken the legal route to counter misinformation that has reportedly harmed the company. NIO noted that the vlogger’s comparison was incorrect , especially since Norway exempts EVs from import duties and value-added tax.

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Current issue of fka/Roland Berger E-mobility Index drops US to 4th place

Green Car Congress

The index—now in its tenth year—facilitates a comparison of competitive positions of the relevant automotive nations (the US, Germany, China, France, Italy, Japan and South Korea) in the field of e-mobility, based on an objective assessment of those countries in three key areas: technology, market and industry.

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Dürr introduces new EcoDS MACS rectifier for cathodic electrocoating

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Since the smaller units cost just a fraction by comparison, the investment for replacement units is significantly reduced. In addition, the active harmonic compensation guarantees compliance with the legal limit values for the supply voltage quality. The failure of one rectifier no longer negatively impacts coating quality.

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FTC Launches “Combating Auto Retail Scams” Rule

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What’s more, now they can point to specific legal provisions that will help protect them in the process. The CARS Rule establishes clear rules of the road that apply to all car dealers – meaning that consumers will be able to comparison shop based on truthful claims about price, financing, and service.

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NHTSA releases two new studies on impaired driving on US roads; drunk driving down, drug use up

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About 8% of drivers during weekend nighttime hours were found to have alcohol in their system, and just over 1% were found with 0.08% or higher breath alcohol content—the legal limit in every state. This is down by about 30% from the previous survey in 2007 and down 80% from the first survey in 1973.

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As Tesla waits for Giga Berlin’s final approval, critics reiterate water supply concerns

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A legal challenge is poised to go to court next week, and local authorities have acknowledged that water supply may not suffice once the facility is ramped. . Irina Engelhardt, the head of the hydrogeology department at Berlin’s Technical University, described the issue.

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NHTSA wants Tesla to explain why it improved Autopilot safety without issuing a recall

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The NHTSA asked if Tesla is planning on filing a recall notice for Tesla’s Autopilot update, or if the company is planning on providing a “technical and/or legal basis for declining to do so.” In comparison, Tesla only accounted for nine crash injuries with first responder vehicles in the past 12 months.

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