Honda is recalling over 2.5 million vehicles due to a potential issue with the fuel pump inside the fuel tank, which could lead to stalled engines and an increased risk of a crash. The recall includes several popular models from Honda's luxury division, Acura, as well as 2018-2020 editions of popular Honda vehicles such as Accords, Civics and CR-Vs. Honda will begin notifying owners of affected vehicles in late June and dealers will replace the fuel pump module for free.
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Toyota Motor Corporation is recalling 1.12 million vehicles worldwide due to a potential defect in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensors in the front passenger seat. This could cause a short circuit in the sensor, resulting in the air bag system not properly detecting the passenger's presence and weight, and failing to deploy as designed. Toyota is providing a free loaner car to customers who need to leave their vehicles at the dealership for repairs and is urging customers to contact Toyota Customer Service for more information.
Honda Motor Co. is recalling 106,000 CR-V hybrid SUVs from model years 2020-2022 due to a potential battery cable issue that can increase the risk of a fire in an accident. Honda will replace the battery cable for free and customers may be eligible for reimbursement if they have already paid for repairs. Customers should contact their local dealer to schedule an appointment for the free repair.
Pope Francis has called for an international treaty to ensure the ethical development and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This follows an incident earlier this year when an AI-generated image of Pope Francis went viral, highlighting the potential for deepfake imagery to spread quickly online. Many voices from the tech industry, government, and civil society have joined the chorus, arguing that the potential benefits of AI must be balanced with the need to protect people from potential harms. The Pope believes that an international treaty is needed to ensure that AI is developed and used ethically, for the benefit of humanity.
Tesla is recalling over 2 million of its vehicles, including the Model S, Model X, Model 3 and Model Y, due to a software failure related to its semi-automatic Autopilot feature. The NHTSA's investigation found that the Autosteer feature was not sufficient to prevent driver misuse, and Tesla is urging drivers to remain vigilant and take additional steps to ensure their safety.
Tesla is recalling over 2 million vehicles across its model lineup due to a defective system that is supposed to ensure drivers are paying attention when using Autopilot. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) conducted a two-year investigation into a series of crashes that occurred while the Autopilot system was in use. Tesla will soon send out a software update to fix the problem, but details on how the software update will work and how customers can get it have not yet been released.
A federal court jury has ruled that Google's Android app store has been protected by anticompetitive barriers, damaging smartphone consumers and software developers. Epic Games, the maker of Fortnite, filed a lawsuit alleging Google had abused its power to shield its Play Store from competition. The jury found that Google had used its power to restrict developers from distributing apps outside of the Play Store, resulting in a major setback for Google that could lead to increased competition and costs for consumers.
A federal judge has blocked a Montana law that would have banned the popular video-sharing app TikTok in the state, citing it as unconstitutional and a violation of users' and businesses' free speech rights. The ruling is a victory for TikTok users in Montana, and a reminder of the importance of protecting constitutional rights and the power of the courts to uphold them.