The automaker deployed a small fleet of self-driving taxis in Austin, Texas, marking the first time its cars have carried paying passengers without human drivers.
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US upgrades probe into 129,000 Ford vehicles over hands-free tech
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it is upgrading a probe into 129,222 Ford vehicles over reports of collisions involving the company’s hands-free driving technology.
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Tesla issuing new recall for 9,100 Model X SUVs over trim issue
Tesla has issued a recall for about 9,100 Model X sports utility vehicles in the U.S. over a trim on the roof that could separate.
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Ford to recall about 85,000 vehicles due to risk of engine fire
Ford is recalling about 85,000 Explorer SUVs equipped with the Police Interceptor Utility package over concerns of an engine fire.
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Ford pivots from EV plans to heavy-duty trucks at Canada facility
Ford outlined plans to use a Canadian plant earmarked for future electric vehicles to instead build larger, gas-powered versions of its F-Series pickup truck.
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Ford Ends Electric Vehicle Dealership Program, Citing ‘Less Demand’ Than Anticipated
Ford Motor is discontinuing a “controversial” dealership initiative for electric vehicles, which at first required store owners to invest up to $1 million in cash in order to sell EVs.
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