Angel Tepale was halfway under an SUV he was hooking up to pull onto his flatbed tow truck. He searched for a good anchor point to pull the rest of the car onto the bed. The front wheels of the Suburban were already on the lowered truck bed. Tepale's black work books and pants were the only thing visible under the afternoon sun of a South King County sky. “I wish I can change the law,” he said, “but that is just a wish because it ain't happening, and it's not gonna happen anytime soon.” For the past few weeks Tepale has been picking up after ICE a lot throughout the county, towing away cars left behind after an arrest. He’s towed away at least 11 so far. When ICE agents make a stop and a car is left behind they say they let the people they arrest make arrangements to pick up the vehicle, or call local dispatch to get it towed. In some cases it’s taken to an impound lot, then fees accumulate and it’s on the family to pay. Sometimes Tepale will get the call. He takes the vehicles to a small lot near his Seattle area mechanic’s shop. But unlike other towing companies, Tepale offers his service for free. Among the cars in the lot is a beat up gold Toyota Camry, an obvious commuter car, that has sat unclaimed for weeks after it was left by the side of the road after an ICE arrest. “Working class people, going to work,” Tepale said in Spanish, “They [ICE] just come and pick you up, and they cover their faces, so you don't know if you've been picked up by ICE or being picked up [for] ransom.” After he’s done pulling the Suburban SUV onto the bed
Jul 23, 2026 · via kuow.org
A suspect vehicle believed to be connected to a shooting in Niagara Falls on July 16 has been recovered in Quebec, Niagara police say. In an update Thursday, police said a Toyota Camry was recovered by police in Saint Eustache, Que. Police believe this is the third vehicle used by two suspects to flee the scene of the shooting. Officers previously recovered a White Nissan Rogue and a Mazda CX5. Canada-wide arrest warrants have now been issued for 23-year-old Maroof Bangi and 30-year-old Josta Grace Macneal. They each face a charge of second-degree murder. Get daily National news Shortly before 9 p.m. on July 16, officers were called to a home on Thorold Stone Road near Dorchester Road for reports of a man who had been shot. Investigators determined two suspects went into the home and shot the victim with a handgun. The victim was transported to hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. Police have not said whether the victim and the suspects were known to each other. - Saskatchewan court upholds Joseph Yaremko’s dangerous offender status - Saint John crime severity index jumped but expert says that doesn’t mean city is more unsafe - Winnipeg man arrested after waving gun through sunroof on highway: RCMP - Man, 22, accused of murder in southeast Edmonton intimate partner homicide case The suspects may alter their appearances to avoid detection including changes in facial hair, length or colour of hair, makeup and clothing styles, police said. Anyone with information is asked to contact police. Comments Comments closed. Due to the sensitive and/or legal subject matter of some of the content on globalnews.ca, we reserve the ability to disable comments from time to time. Please see our Commenting Policy for more.
Jul 23, 2026 · via globalnews.ca
GM and Tesla Report Growing Demand for Connected-Car Subscription Jul 23, 2026Only a few years ago, automotive subscriptions were best known for an idea many drivers hated: paying a recurring fee to use heated seats already installed in their cars. BMW ended the heated-seat subscription experiment it had introduced in some markets after customers pushed back. The company acknowledged that drivers felt they were being asked to pay twice for the same hardware. New results from General Motors and Tesla suggest automakers may be finding a model customers are more willing to accept. This time, they’re building subscriptions around connected services and driver-assistance software that can improve after the vehicle is sold. General Motors GM’s OnStar digital business, which includes Super Cruise, generated approximately $800 million in recognized revenue during the second quarter of 2026. That was 20% more than a year earlier. OnStar provides connected safety and navigation services, along with internet access. Super Cruise is GM’s hands-free driver-assistance system. Drivers must still watch the road. Business Insider reported that GM added approximately 70,000 Super Cruise subscriptions during the quarter. Revenue from the service increased about 70% from a year earlier. GM expects to finish 2026 with more than 850,000 Super Cruise subscribers. GM’s subscriber totals include some customers whose service is included in the vehicle price. The company hasn’t disclosed how many are currently making separate recurring payments. Between 30% and 40% of eligible customers continue paying for Super Cruise after the three-year period included with their vehicle ends, according to GM. The company is also expanding its pool of potential subscribers. Super Cruise will be standard on higher-end versions of its next-generation Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups and available on most other trims. GM estimates that this strategy will put Super Cruise in another 160,000 vehicles.
Jul 23, 2026 · via subscriptioninsider.com
Advertisement US senators clash over scope of Chinese connected-vehicle ban Senator Ted Cruz, chairman of US Senate Committee on Commerce, warns substantial revisions will be needed before bill can become law 4-MIN READ4-MIN 5 Listen Han Liin Washington, DC US senators broadly agree that Chinese connected vehicles should be kept off American roads. But a bipartisan attempt to codify and expand existing restrictions has exposed divisions over whether the proposed ban could ensnare European carmakers and increase costs for American electric vehicle producers. The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation advanced the Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026, a bill that would prohibit the import, manufacture and sale of connected vehicles linked to China and other foreign adversaries. It would also restrict the use of covered vehicle software and hardware on national security grounds. The bill would also prohibit vehicles made by companies with significant Chinese ownership. Under the bill, a connected vehicle could be prohibited if its manufacturer is more than 15 per cent owned or controlled by a Chinese entity or a combination of Chinese entities. “What we don’t want to do is [to] cede this entire industry to the Chinese,” said Senator Bernie Moreno, an Ohio Republican and the bill’s lead sponsor. “We will not commit industrial suicide, and we will not allow ‘automotive fentanyl’ to enter the United States of America.” Advertisement Select Voice Select Speed 1.00x
Jul 23, 2026 · via scmp.com
- Spotted tackling rough mountain terrain - Boxy styling and rugged proportions looks Defender-inspired Mahindra appears to be leaving no stone unturned with the development of the upcoming Vision S. The rugged SUV has now been spotted testing in the mountains, taking on rough, unpaved trails that seem to be the perfect playground for what could become one of the brand's most capable lifestyle SUVs yet. More importantly, these repeated sightings suggest that the production version is inching closer to its official debut. If there is one SUV design that has become hugely popular over the last few years, it is the upright, boxy silhouette. While the Land Rover Defender played a major role in bringing this styling back into the spotlight, several manufacturers have followed suit with their own interpretation. Mahindra's answer is the Vision S, first showcased last year, and it has generated plenty of excitement ever since. The latest spy images show the SUV navigating rocky mountain tracks with ease, reinforcing Mahindra's intention of giving it genuine off-road credentials. Even under heavy camouflage, the Vision S's squared-off proportions are hard to miss. The flat roofline, upright windscreen, chunky wheel arches, and tailgate-mounted spare wheel all contribute to a purposeful and rugged appearance. Short overhangs and what appears to be generous ground clearance further hint at its adventure-focused character. Although the cabin remains hidden, the production-spec Vision S is expected to feature a thoroughly modern and functional interior. Mahindra could equip it with a large touchscreen infotainment system, a fully digital instrument cluster, connected car technology, panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, dual-zone climate control, wireless charging, and a premium audio system. On the safety front, six airbags, a 360-degree camera, Level 2 ADAS, electronic stability control, and all-wheel disc brakes are expected to be part of the package.
Jul 23, 2026 · via carwale.com
A Bill Taking Aim At Chinese Cars In America Just Advanced In The Senate. It Could Hit Mercedes Too The Senate has moved forward legislation that would ban automakers with too much Chinese ownership. - A bill that would ban automakers with more than 15% stake by Chinese entities has progressed in the Senate. - One automaker caught up in the crossfire is Mercedes-Benz, which has a nearly 20% stake held by Chinese investors. - U.S. lawmakers say General Motors and the UAW are pushing for the low ownership threshold. Bipartisan legislation that would bar automakers with more than 15% ownership by Chinese entities from selling cars in the U.S. made it out of the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. The bill, which proposes limiting the overall ownership stake and tech supplied by covered entities (such as China), advanced the committee on Wednesday, moving it closer to being signed into law. If it passes as written, which is not guaranteed, there could be an unexpected luxury brand caught up in the crossfire. Rather than look at just the physical makeup of a car, the assembly location, or the software controlling its circuitry—as a similar rule already in effect does—the bill focuses on the entities with ownership stake in a particular company. This is what makes the bill tougher than just outright banning a car assembled in Guangdong or with a few too many parts from a supplier out of Shenzhen. In fact, it's got some far-reaching consequences that could impact even well-established automakers from Europe. Mercedes-Benz is one of those brands, as Chinese automaker BAIC and the founder of Geely, Li Shufu, both own nearly 10% of the company. Combined, Chinese entities own nearly 20% of the German automaker. Senator Ted Cruz, the committee's chair, said that the bill,
Jul 23, 2026 · via insideevs.com
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Jul 23, 2026 · via lmtonline.com
It’s been an exceedingly strange past two years for cars. Huge global growth of Chinese models, American tariffs impacting pricing and margins, and shifting environmental regulations have all done their part to tilt the table in all manner of ways. Hyundai seems to be feeling that right now. Operating profit and overall deliveries are down, but one of the few bright spots is the good ol’ U.S.-of-A. Meanwhile, another Chinese car brand wants to come stateside, Toyota unleashes a pleasantly sensible off-road Sequoia, and we now know just how far the Volvo EX60 should go on a charge. Welcome back to The Morning Dump, where we puree this morning’s automotive headlines into a sort-of butternut squash soup of car news. In The Margins It’s about that time of year again when automakers release their second-quarter financial reports. This usually consists of rather dry Powerpoint presentations and video calls with investors, but in the strange year of 2026, there’s always news in the numbers. General Motors is on fire right now, having beaten earnings expectations for the 16th straight time in a row. Hyundai, on the other hand, isn’t seeing quite the same growth. Operating profit missed expectations, but it seems that the American market is doing a lot to cushion the blow. As Bloomberg reports: Operating profit was 2.85 trillion won ($1.9 billion) for the three months ended June 30, down nearly 21% from a year earlier, the Seoul-based company said Thursday. That fell short of analyst estimates for 3.1 trillion won. Revenue rose about 2% to 49.2 trillion won, a record for the second quarter. While a drop in operating profit was forecasted, missing the forecast by nearly $169 million isn’t great. So what happened? Well, a whole bunch of things coming together. Kicking things off, major factors include
Jul 23, 2026 · via theautopian.com
My car for the last few years has been a 2022 Ioniq 5. I'm a big fan of Hyundai's EV, but one odd limitation is the lack of true wireless Android Auto and CarPlay, despite being released at a time when more vehicles had started to ditch the dreaded cord. Fast-forward to 2026, and I recently purchased a Kia K4 Hatchback as my family's second vehicle — thankfully, the somewhat sporty car features true wireless Android Auto out of the box. I've, of course, used various wireless Android Auto adapters over the years and covered a few of them at XDA, including the Carlinkit 5.0 (2air) and the Ottocast Cabin Care. While both devices work fine, they often don't instantly connect to my Pixel 10 Pro when I'm using Android Auto, despite my best efforts. I also don't use them all the time, especially Ottocast Cabin Care, which I only hook up when I pick my son up from daycare so I can use its on-screen camera. With all of this in mind, my Kia K4 Hatchback is the first vehicle I've ever owned that supports true wireless Android Auto without the need for a third-party adapter, so I decided it was finally time to change a few key settings to make sure my new car's infotainment system runs as smoothly as possible. After making all of these admittedly very simple changes, my experience with wireless Android Auto has been flawless and surprisingly convenient, at least so far (given the random disconnection issues I've heard about, hopefully that continues). I stopped music from autoplaying when my Pixel 10 Pro wirelessly connects to my car I don't need whatever I was last listening to blasting my eardrums right away When I've used wired Android Auto, this wasn't really a problem. I
Jul 23, 2026 · via xda-developers.com
A U.S. Senate committee advanced legislation aimed at strengthening restrictions on Chinese automakers, as Chairman Ted Cruz, R-Texas, warned that the bipartisan measure could unintentionally prevent Mercedes-Benz from selling vehicles in the United States. During the committee’s markup of the Motor Vehicle Modernization Act of 2026, Cruz said the bill’s 15% Chinese ownership threshold could apply to Mercedes-Benz because two Chinese investors collectively own nearly 20% of the company’s shares. “We would never consider” banning Mercedes-Benz, Cruz said, adding that the bill would need to be changed before becoming law. READ: Mercedes-Benz USA agrees to pay nearly $150 million in emissions deception suit (December 23, 2025) The bill was intended to codify federal restrictions aimed at keeping Chinese-linked vehicle technology out of the United States, citing national security concerns that connected cars could collect sensitive data. “We’re preventing an absolute, total, and complete destruction of our industrial base,” said Sen. Bernie Moreno, R-Ohio, who introduced the bill with Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich. The bill has drawn support from General Motors, the United Auto Workers, and the CAR Coalition. UAW President Shawn Fain said the legislation “puts common sense guardrails on a major threat to our nation’s auto industry” in a statement. The U.S. government has already moved to restrict Chinese-affiliated automakers. Polestar, majority-owned by China’s Geely Holding, was forced to stop selling new vehicles in the U.S. after the Commerce Department denied its authorization request under the existing Connected Vehicle Rule. Volvo, a Geely sister brand, was granted authorization roughly a month before Polestar’s request was denied. READ: TikTok US security chief set to testify before Congress amid China scrutiny (July 22, 2026) Mercedes-Benz’s two largest individual shareholders are Chinese state-owned automaker BAIC, formerly the Beijing Automotive Industrial Corp., with a 9.98% stake, and Geely founder Li Shufu, with 9.69%.
Jul 23, 2026 · via americanbazaaronline.com
Dublin, July 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Connected Vehicle Technology Market Global Report 2026" has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global connected vehicle technology market is experiencing rapid expansion as automakers, fleet operators and technology providers increase investment in digital mobility solutions. The market is projected to grow from $45.99 billion in 2025 to $51.86 billion in 2026, representing a compound annual growth rate of 12.8%. By 2030, the connected vehicle technology market is expected to reach $84.54 billion, expanding at a CAGR of 13% from 2026. Growth is being supported by the rising penetration of electric and autonomous vehicles, demand for real-time vehicle diagnostics, adoption of predictive maintenance systems and development of software-defined vehicle architectures. The expansion of 5G networks and smart city infrastructure is also strengthening connected mobility ecosystems. Ultra-low-latency communications enable vehicles to exchange information with other vehicles, road infrastructure, cloud platforms and mobility networks. Key market trends include vehicle-to-everything communication, embedded telematics control units, over-the-air software updates, AI-powered vehicle health monitoring and cloud-based fleet management platforms. Rising urban traffic congestion is creating additional demand for connected vehicle technology. Real-time data exchange can improve traffic coordination, optimize route selection and reduce delays across densely populated areas. According to the UK Department for Transport, vehicles traveled 330.8 billion miles on roads in Great Britain during 2023, an increase of 2.2% compared with 2022. Continued growth in road use is increasing pressure on transportation networks and supporting investment in intelligent mobility systems. Automotive manufacturers are introducing flexible connected service packages to improve accessibility and generate recurring digital revenue. In April 2026, Stellantis N.V. launched a two-tier connected vehicle offering. Its Connect One package is included in the vehicle purchase price and provides services such as emergency assistance and remote charging management. A subscription-based tier offers additional advanced
Jul 23, 2026 · via globenewswire.com
Next Up: Deleting Driver Data Is No Longer Enough in Connected Vehicles Connected Fleets Face Growing Cyber Risks as Technological Landscape Grows As fleets adopt more connected vehicles, telematics, and AI-powered technologies, cyber threats are evolving just as quickly. From ransomware and cargo theft to vulnerabilities in connected vehicle systems, here's what fleet managers need to know to stay ahead of the risks. As fleets continue adopting connected vehicles, telematics platforms, and AI-powered technologies, cybersecurity is becoming an increasingly important part of fleet operations. During a recent discussion with Automotive Fleet, Yaniv Maimon, VP of Cyber Research at Upstream, outlined the evolving cyber threat landscape for commercial fleets and explained why fleet managers should begin treating cybersecurity as a business risk rather than solely an IT concern. Ransomware Remains the Most Common Threat Among the cyber incidents affecting fleets today, ransomware continues to pose one of the greatest operational risks. Rather than targeting vehicles directly, ransomware attacks typically focus on the organizations that operate them, encrypting critical systems or preventing employees from accessing fleet management platforms and business data. Third-party technology providers can also become targets. One example discussed was an outage involving a cloud-based electronic logging device (ELD) provider. When the provider's systems became unavailable, fleets relying on its service were forced to switch to manual logging, creating operational delays and compliance challenges. These incidents highlight how dependent fleets have become on connected technologies and cloud-based services. Cargo Theft Has Entered the Digital Age Cybercriminals are also changing how they steal freight. Rather than relying on physical theft, attackers are increasingly using stolen credentials, compromised business systems, or impersonated fleet accounts to redirect valuable shipments. According to Maimon, these digitally enabled cargo theft schemes have resulted in hundreds of millions of dollars in losses and continue to become more
Jul 23, 2026 · via automotive-fleet.com
New data from the American Customer Satisfaction Index shows that for the first time in recent memory, luxury automakers no longer outscore their mass-market counterparts on customer satisfaction. Both segments now sit at an identical 78 out of 100, with the industry overall dipping a point to match. The convergence isn’t happening because mass-market brands suddenly got better at pampering their customers. It’s happening because luxury brands are sliding, and buyers across every price tier are recalibrating what they expect in return for a car payment that keeps climbing. The Math That’s Reshaping the Market The pressure bearing down on satisfaction scores traces back to sticker shock. Average monthly new-car payments hit $767 in the fourth quarter of last year, up nearly 3 percent from a year earlier, with average transaction prices now topping $50,000. Consumer research from CarEdge found that 42 percent of prospective buyers have already shelved their purchase plans because of price, and nearly two-thirds said they’d walk away entirely if payments climbed just 5 percent further. Tariff-driven cost uncertainty has only sharpened that anxiety. Forrest Morgeson, an ACSI research director emeritus and marketing professor at Michigan State University, frames the shift as less about brand loyalty and more about arithmetic. When a buyer is financing a vehicle for six or seven years, he notes, reliability and value start to matter more than what’s on the badge — a dynamic that luxury brands are discovering they are not exempt from. Hybrids Emerge as the Quiet Winner Amid the broader satisfaction slide, one category held steady: hybrids. They posted the industry’s highest score at 80, unchanged year over year, while gasoline vehicles fell three points to 78 and electric vehicles dropped a point to 72. The appeal is straightforward — hybrid owners get fuel savings without the range
Jul 23, 2026 · via autoconnectedcar.com
ANERPV Launches New Cargo Crime Intelligence Standard ANERPV and Mexican authorities developed the EC1800 competency standard to professionalize geospatial intelligence and strengthen cargo crime prevention across logistics operations. Mexico has introduced a new competency standard aimed at strengthening intelligence capabilities against cargo crime by extending risk prevention beyond highways and border crossings to the entire logistics chain. The new EC1800 Competency Standard, published in the Official Gazette of the Federation (DOF) through CONOCER, broadens the use of geospatial intelligence to help identify and mitigate risks affecting warehouses, distribution centers and domestic logistics operations as cargo theft continues to challenge supply chains across the country. The standard, officially titled Generation of Geospatial Intelligence for the Prevention of Asset Risks in Logistics Chains, establishes a framework for training and certifying specialists responsible for analyzing geographic crime patterns, identifying vulnerabilities and developing preventive strategies for companies moving goods throughout Mexico. According to the document, certified professionals will be evaluated on their ability to identify logistics risks, analyze spatial and temporal crime patterns, design mitigation strategies and propose intelligence models to reduce losses. The initiative was welcomed by the National Association of Vehicle Tracking and Protection Companies (ANERPV), which said the new framework reflects the changing nature of logistics-related crime. While the previous EC1694 standard focused primarily on risks associated with cargo transportation, customs operations, ports and foreign trade, EC1800 expands its scope to cover the broader supply chain, including facilities where companies increasingly face internal theft, fraud, inventory shrinkage and other asset-related losses. Broader Security Approach for an Evolving Threat The expanded scope comes as cargo theft in Mexico continues to evolve. Criminal groups have increasingly diversified their tactics, targeting not only trucks moving along major highways but also warehouses, cross-docking facilities and distribution centers. As a result, logistics security increasingly depends on
Jul 23, 2026 · via mexicobusiness.news
Forget the model years for a second. The number that actually matters in America’s ban on Chinese connected-car technology isn’t 2027 or 2030. It’s 1,000. Garage Deals: Nowell Leather’s Hand-Stitched EDC Gear Belongs in Every Gearhead’s Glovebox That’s how many employees a small Ohio electronics maker called Eagle Wireless expects to have within three years, up from 140 today. Eagle builds the circuit boards that let a modern car talk to the outside world: the modem that reports a crash, the antenna that pulls in traffic data, the module a dealer uses to push a software update overnight. None of that sounds like national security. The federal government has decided it is. This Was Never Just a Parts Ban In January 2025, the Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security finalized a rule restricting what it calls the Vehicle Connectivity System, essentially anything in a car that communicates off-board above 450 megahertz, when that hardware or software is designed, built, or supplied by companies tied to China or Russia. Software is banned first, starting with model year 2027. Hardware follows in model year 2030. The Auto Wire has covered the fallout from that rule in detail, including Polestar’s exit from the US market and a newer bill in Congress that would go considerably further. The deadlines sound distant. They aren’t. Vehicle programs get locked in years before a car reaches a dealer lot, which means the real deadline for lining up a compliant supplier already passed for a lot of purchasing departments, whether they’ve noticed yet or not. Polestar found this out the hard way, and not for the reason most people assume. The rule doesn’t only ban Chinese-made parts. It separately bars any manufacturer that is itself owned or controlled by China or Russia from selling connected vehicles in
Jul 23, 2026 · via theautowire.com
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Jul 22, 2026 · via youtube.com
Mexico Auto Plants Outpace US Rivals in J.D. Power Quality Study Automotive assembly facilities operating across Mexico have solidified a highly competitive standing within global manufacturing networks, with vehicle build quality at key domestic plants surpassing that of competing US operations, according to new findings released in the J.D. Power 2026 US Initial Quality Study (IQS). The annual benchmark evaluates vehicle quality during the initial months of ownership using the Problems Per Hundred Vehicles (PP100) metric, which tracks factory defects and mechanical malfunctions per 100 units. In the 2026 evaluation, vehicles manufactured in Mexico registered an average rate of 42 defects per 100 vehicles in the mechanical failure and defect category. This performance placed Mexico in ninth place globally for manufacturing origin for the second consecutive year, maintaining the country's position within the top quartile of international vehicle producers. Regional Benchmarks and Historical Progression Across broader geographic regions evaluated in the study, Asia-Pacific manufacturing operations led global quality metrics with 35 PP100, followed by Europe and Africa at 37 PP100. The overall Americas region matched Mexico’s national average at 42 PP100. Over a 10-year period, Mexican assembly plants have steadily increased their competitive position relative to broader industry averages. Historical metrics reveal that Mexican-built vehicles have consistently generated fewer factory defects and operational malfunctions than those assembled in the United States. While US assembly facilities hit peak failure rates of 58 PP100 in 2024, Mexican operations maintained stability within a range of 38 to 44 PP100 over recent evaluation cycles. In the 2026 US IQS, overall manufacturing defect averages across all participating regions improved to 40 PP100, down from 46 PP100 recorded in the previous year's assessment. Design-related issues were analyzed under a separate category to distinguish engineering development flaws from plant-level assembly defects. "Vehicles manufactured in Mexico registered an
Jul 22, 2026 · via mexicobusiness.news
Bill to ban certain Chinese cars approved by Senate panel Measure would prevent a ‘massive national security threat,’ sponsor Bernie Moreno says The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee approved a series of six nominations and seven bills on Wednesday, including a measure to limit the use of vehicles and vehicle technologies developed by foreign entities of concern on American roadways. The bill, introduced by Sen. Bernie Moreno, R-Ohio, and co-sponsored by Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., would ban the import, sale and operation of vehicles manufactured by companies deemed “foreign entities of concern,” based in certain adversarial nations such as China. It would also ban the use of technologies developed by such countries, including Chinese-developed connected vehicle technologies, in the U.S. “This is a very simple thing that we’re doing today, and quite frankly, I wish our allies had done this before. What we’re doing is we’re preventing a massive national security threat,” Moreno said. “Now, I don’t want anybody listening to this to worry about their automobile, but your automobiles today are roving electronic devices.” He explained that remote accessibility technologies — including remote lock and ignition controls — are a concern when the companies that made the vehicles or technologies are deemed foreign entities of concern, or FECs. Those governments, Moreno said, would be able to take control of vehicle owners’ steering, braking and acceleration. “That, obviously, is an intolerable national security risk,” he said. Additionally, Moreno said, the bill would protect against economic threats to American car companies and provide consumer protections in the event that Chinese car companies go out of business, leaving owners without warranties or spare parts. Two amendments to the bill were offered Wednesday, but ultimately rejected and withdrawn, respectively. One amendment, from Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., would align the bill’s definition of
Jul 22, 2026 · via rollcall.com
Subscribe to our Autosphere magazine and our weekly newsletter to get the latest industry news. Automotive News, Expert Advice, and How-tos Hyundai and Genesis Canada Roll Out Unified In-App Charging Solution Streamlining public charging access for Canadian retail buyers and commercial fleet managers, Hyundai Auto Canada and Genesis Canada have introduced integrated in-app charging functionality across their connected vehicle platforms, MyHyundai with Bluelink and the Genesis Intelligent Assistant app. The system update allows electric vehicle operators to locate station hardware, initiate charging sessions, and process digital payments within a single native mobile interface. Engineered through an operational partnership with ChargePoint, the consolidated platform provides cross-network interoperability across major North American charging networks, including Circuit Électrique, FLO, ChargePoint, and Tesla. For Canadian auto dealers and fleet procurement officers navigating EV transitions, consolidating session tracking and payment administration resolves a significant operational hurdle associated with managing multiple third-party charging accounts. To complement the software deployment, both brands have launched their complimentary NACS (North American Charging Standard) adapter program for CCS-equipped models delivered prior to December 31, 2025. Eligible Hyundai platforms include the 2019-2021 IONIQ EV, 2019-2026 Kona Electric, 2022-2025 IONIQ 5, and 2023-2025 IONIQ 6, alongside Genesis GV60, Electrified G80, and Electrified GV70 models. Owners can claim their complimentary NACS hardware at local dealerships upon completing an “EV Special Care” service inspection and registering for in-app charging. “Integrating charging networks across North America directly within our connected apps enables users to easily locate and initiate charging sessions wherever their adventure takes them,” stated Jeff Hewitt, Director of Connected Digital Experience at Hyundai Auto Canada and Genesis Canada, noting that the combined hardware and software strategy expands overall fast-charging network access for Canadian operators.
Jul 22, 2026 · via autosphere.ca
- The United States Senate Commerce Committee approved legislation on Wednesday to ban sales by automakers with more than 15 percent ownership by Chinese entities. - The proposed legislation could result in banning the sale of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, since the company has nearly 20 percent ownership by Chinese groups. - Should the legislation become law as it's currently written, Mercedes would have until at least 2030 to comply but could potentially get waivers to skirt the ban. The future of Mercedes-Benz in the United States could be in trouble, at least based on newly proposed legislation in the United States Senate. Today, the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee approved legislation to ban sales by automakers with more than a 15 percent ownership stake by Chinese entities. Mercedes, which has a nearly 20 percent ownership stake by Chinese groups, could be affected by the legislation, though an outright ban of the German automaker seems unlikely. Eric Li Shufu, the founder and chairman of Geely, owns 9.7 percent of Mercedes through an investment firm, with the BAIC Group (Beijing Automotive Group) owning another 9.98 percent. For Sale Near You See all results for used Mercedes-Benz for sale near 94566 According to a report by Reuters, Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX), the committee chair, said that the bill requires changes before becoming law. According to the report, the senator directly addressed the potential Mercedes ban, while Senator Bernie Moreno (R-OH) said that the automaker would have until 2030 to comply. Moreno also announced that Mercedes could potentially get waivers that would allow the automaker to skirt the new regulation. According to the Reuters report, Cruz said that General Motors is pushing for the legislation as a way to remove Mercedes from the picture, thereby making the Cadillac brand more competitive. Despite that, Cruz said, "we
Jul 22, 2026 · via caranddriver.com