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Tesla owner sues the carmaker over a software update that reduces vehicle range
Tesla owner sues the carmaker over a software update that reduces vehicle range

Tesla has had its share of headaches in recent months and here’s another one: a Tesla owner has filed a lawsuit claiming the company used a software update to limit the range of his vehicle to avoid a costly recall.

The plaintiff, who is seeking class action status, owns an older Model S and claims the software update reduced the range of his vehicle and many others by 40 miles. The plaintiff points to the TeslaMotorsClub.com forum to suggest other owners are having the ...

 
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Automotive News

GM wins major ignition switch defect lawsuit

Vehicle owners sought damages for alleged loss of value

E-scooters still contribute to global warming, despite ‘green’ marketing

Researchers say there are better transportation options for those who are environmentally conscious

Family and Parenting News

CDC offers tips for a healthy back-to-school season

School is right around the corner for many young consumers

Mothers’ stress levels before birth could impact children’s behavior as toddlers

Expecting mothers who experience high levels of stress or emotion could be affecting their unborn children

Finance News

Stock market suffers biggest point drop of the year

Escalation of trade tensions has investors running scared

Select Apple customers are now signing up for the Apple Card

Initially, many experts aren’t that impressed

Health News

How much caffeine will cause a migraine?

Drinking more than two caffeinated beverages per day could cause severe headaches

Risk of dementia decreases when seniors stay socially active

Researchers suggest that social interactions can keep the mind sharp

Legal News

Thirteen states sue Trump administration over fuel economy enforcement

The administration is rolling back tougher penalties on carmakers

Opioid makers propose $10 billion settlement over opioid epidemic claims

Companies selling opioids are facing thousands of lawsuits

Political News

Nearly half of social media users are tired of seeing political posts

With over a year to go before the presidential election, many users say they’re ‘worn out’

Google pledges to use only recycled materials in all hardware products

The promise extends to all ‘Made by Google’ products

Scams

FBI warns consumers to look out for romance scams

Online dating sites don’t always vet users, so consumers should verify who they’re talking to

Robocall volume reversed its downward trend in July

The hot property on the robocall lot is Social Security spoofing

Shopping News

Uber is reportedly trying its hand at grocery delivery

The idea is still in test mode, but it has the makings of a shot across Amazon’s bow

Sears and Kmart to close 26 more stores in October

The beleaguered company is still struggling post-bankruptcy

Tech News

CafePress hack reportedly compromises 23 million accounts

One cybersecurity researcher says passwords are a particular concern

Microsoft contractors reportedly snoop on Skype calls

The company says its user agreement allows it do so

Recalls

Seattle Manufacturing recalls ice axes

The spike and/or head of the ice axe can detach from the handle

Volkswagen recalls model year 2015-2016 Tiguans and CCs.

The airbags may be deactivated or deploy inadvertently

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