Tesla's Response to 2-Million-Vehicle Autopilot 'Recall' Sparks Debate on Autonomous Driving Safety
Tesla addressed a 2-million-vehicle Autopilot "recall" by releasing software version 2023.44.30 as a free over-the-air update to affected vehicles, enhancing safety alerts.
Republican Leaders Probe $3 Billion DOE Award to Sunnova Amid Accusations of Exploitative Sales Practices
Republican leaders in Congress are investigating the Department of Energy's $3 billion award to Sunnova Energy Corporation, a solar company accused of exploiting vulnerable customers with deceptive sales practices.
US Consumer Confidence Declines as Inflation Worries and Global Conflicts Weigh on Sentiment
Americans' confidence in the US economy has declined, with the preliminary reading on consumer sentiment for November hitting its lowest level since May at 60.4, below economists' expectations of 63.7.
McDonald's Sees Shift in Customer Demographics Amid Inflation and Price Hikes
McDonald's has revealed that it is gaining middle- and higher-income customers who are trading down to its menu while simultaneously losing lower-income diners due to high inflation.
Toyota Recalls Over 750,000 Highlanders Due to Bumper Issue, Potential Accident Risk
Toyota is recalling approximately 751,000 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles due to an issue with the mounting tabs on their bumpers that could lead to parts detaching, potentially causing accidents.
United Airlines Introduces WILMA Boarding System to Streamline Passenger Boarding
United Airlines is implementing a new boarding procedure, known as WILMA (window-middle-aisle), starting from October 26.
Rite Aid Files for Bankruptcy Amid Debt Woes and Opioid Litigation
Rite Aid, a debt-laden U.S. pharmacy chain, has filed for bankruptcy protection and plans to close underperforming stores, sell its pharmacy benefit subsidiary Elixir, and address lawsuits related to the sale of addictive opioid medications.
Former Walmart U.S. CEO Observes a Slowdown in Consumer Spending Amid Scarce Bargain Prices
Former Walmart U.S. CEO Bill Simon has highlighted that ongoing inflation and various economic pressures are impacting retailers' ability to offer bargains, leading American consumers to be more cautious with their spending.
Consumer Confidence in Fully Automated Self-Driving Vehicles Declines, Reports J.D. Power
Consumer confidence in fully automated self-driving vehicles has declined for a second year, with the readiness index score dropping to 37 out of 100, according to J.D. Power's 2023 U.S. Mobility Confidence Index (MCI) Study.
Target Closes Nine Stores in Multiple States Due to Rising Theft and Organized Retail Crime, Citing Safety Concerns
Target is closing nine stores in California, Oregon, New York, and Washington due to increasing thefts and organized retail crime that have put the safety of employees and customers at risk.
Government Shutdown Threatens Aviation Industry Amid Congressional Uncertainty
The looming government shutdown deadline this Saturday not only threatens the functioning of federal agencies but also endangers the aviation industry, including potential flight delays, longer security lines, and setbacks in air traffic control training and modernization efforts.
Hyundai and Kia Recall 3.4 Million Vehicles in the U.S. Over Fire Risk Linked to Brake Control Module Leaks
Hyundai and Kia are recalling nearly 3.4 million vehicles in the U.S. due to the risk of engine compartment fires.
Spate of Looting Sweeps Through Philadelphia, Prompting Arrests and Police Crackdown
Multiple retail stores and businesses across different neighborhoods in Philadelphia were targeted by looters, with the incidents leading to several arrests and the recovery of stolen goods.
Chick-fil-A Expands Supply Chain Reach with New North Carolina Distribution Center
Chick-fil-A Supply, the distribution arm of Chick-fil-A Inc., is set to establish a new 120,000-square-foot distribution center in Kannapolis, North Carolina.
Buttigieg Warns of Airline Disruptions Amid Government Shutdown Threat
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has issued a warning about potential airline disruptions if Congress fails to pass funding bills or reach a short-term resolution before the looming government shutdown deadline.
Florida Counties Urged to Adopt Innovative Strategies for Transit Services
Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT) and Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) are grappling with declining ridership and financial challenges, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Walmart Aims to Empower Employees in Expanding Last-Mile Delivery Services
Walmart is planning to increase the involvement of its employees in making last-mile deliveries as it expands its third-party fulfillment capabilities, according to President and CEO Doug McMillon.
Decoding the Nightmarish Boarding Process
The boarding process for flights has become increasingly chaotic and inefficient, and this has largely been by design to encourage passengers to pay for priority boarding and other services.
Revisiting Amazon's Anticipatory Shipping Patent: The Evolution and Potential Future Applications
Amazon's anticipatory shipping patent, which generated interest a decade ago, is now being revisited.
Retailers Tighten Customer Perks and Rewards Programs
Companies across various industries are cutting back on customer perks as they prioritize higher profit margins.