The settlement would resolve claims by owners who said they suffered economic losses from buying vehicles they thought were defect-free, only to see the ignition switch problem hurt GM's brand, reputation and resale values.
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New standards of cleanliness are emerging at dealerships and public transit centers to help protect customers and employees from exposure to the coronavirus.
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With factories furloughed and showrooms shuttered, automakers are having to rethink go-to-market strategies for several key models.
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Many auto companies waited for customers to start the chain of reaction of production halts, but vehicle software supplier StradVision moved early to protect its chief assets — its people.
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Suppliers are scrambling to evaluate what tooling, worker retraining and quality control assurance they need to start producing medical items quickly.
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KAR Global's additional actions follow a decision last week to halt sales at all North American ADESA locations for at least two weeks. That includes simulcast-only sales.
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Toyota Motor North America said it had made an initial batch of 300 face shields for medical workers in Texas, Indiana, Kentucky and Michigan, and expected to produce up to 50,000 by next week for distribution.
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The unprecedented stimulus package provides about $500 billion in loans and assistance for big companies and a separate pot of about $350 billion for small businesses loans. The auto industry did not seek a specific bailout.
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As chief cost optimization officer for North America, he will work with the automaker's various business units across the region to improve efficiencies.
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Magna, Linamar and Martinrea have agreed to assist in the production of much-needed ventilators during the ongoing outbreak of COVID-19. They'll work with a trio of medical suppliers.
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