Climate Law a ‘Game Changer’ for Highways and Bridges
Through a combination of tax credits and direct funding, the Inflation Reduction Act aims to increase the manufacturing of sustainable materials used in infrastructure projects. Source link
Day: September 6, 2022
Juul Settles Multistate Youth Vaping Inquiry for $438.5 Million
The tentative deal would close an investigation by nearly three dozen states into the company’s marketing and sales practices. Source link
EPA fines suppliers for diesel defeat devices
Two Detroit area companies have been ordered to pay $10 million for manufacturing, selling and installing aftermarket devices that bypass car emissions controls. Diesel Ops LLC and Orion Diesel LLC were caught through a national crackdown by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency against companies violating the Clean Air Act. The federal agency identified the violations …
Feds crack down: Emissions ‘defeat devices’ suppliers fined $10 million
Two Detroit area companies have been ordered to pay $10 million for manufacturing, selling and installing aftermarket devices that bypass car emissions controls. Diesel Ops LLC and Orion Diesel LLC were caught through a national crackdown by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency against companies violating the Clean Air Act. The federal agency identified the violations …
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How China Has Added to Its Influence Over the iPhone
Apple is taking small steps toward India. But the production of its latest phone, set for introduction on Wednesday, shows how difficult it will be to make big changes. Source link
Signal, the Encrypted Messaging App, Appoints a President
In the newly created role, Meredith Whittaker will guide policy and strategy for the messaging app and work to expand its business. Source link
Britain’s Pound Wavers on Reports of Relief From Energy Bills
But analysts warn that investor confidence in Britain is waning as British assets have slumped. Source link
Stellantis extends second shift at Canada minivan plant until mid-2023
Stellantis said in October 2021 that it would eliminate the second shift in early spring of 2022, but it has since extended the life of the shift three times. “Which is great news,” Cassidy said in his video. “We’ve been continuing to fight and argue over that second-shift issue. “We will continue to have dialogue …
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Labor Board Proposes to Increase Legal Exposure for Franchised Chains
The move would make companies liable for labor law violations by franchise holders, an issue that has shifted with White House control. Source link
Porsche Panamera poised to go all-electric
The Panamera could go electric in the second half of the decade, timed with the arrival of the next-generation Taycan electric vehicle. According to an Autocar report, the new EVs will feature a sporty version of Volkswagen Group’s Scalable Systems Platform. The report said the “SSP Sport” platform features a low cabin floor and rear …