Category: Auto Sector
The analysis published under this category are as follows.
Wednesday, June 08, 2016
Vauxhall Zafira Fires Recall - What to Expect at Dealership Inspections, Heater Repairs / ConsumerWatch / Auto Sector
By: Nadeem_Walayat
Vauxhall announced a recall of all 220,000 UK Zafira B models in November 2015, as apparently they are prone to bursting into flames. And now finally after a 6 month long delay the day has arrived when my own Vauxhall Zafira which actually does have a failing heater i.e. is at high risk of catching fire, but still the dealership deemed as not needing a more speedy inspection hence the delay. Anyway find out what to expect at recall Inspections, repairs done and how long it all takes.
Thursday, May 19, 2016
Vauxhall Zafira Fires Panic, Issues Second Recall Whilst Owners Wait for Inspections / ConsumerWatch / Auto Sector
By: N_Walayat
Vauxhall appears to be in a panic as the first recall of about 220,000 Zafira B's in the UK of November 2015 does not appear to have fixed the fault that is causing Zafira's to catch fire and literally explode, and so Vauxhall today issued a SECOND recall in an attempt to get a grip of the crisis.
Thursday, May 19, 2016
Vauxhall Zafira B Fire Recall Update - Pentagon Dealership Experience / ConsumerWatch / Auto Sector
By: N_Walayat
Vauxhall is just one amongst a growing list of auto manufactures being forced to issue recalls for a myriad of reasons from alleged fraudulent emissions ratings by the likes of Volkswagen to Vauxhall's recall of some 220,000 Zafira B models in the UK that are apparently at a real risk of catching fire and even exploding as is the experience of countless Zafira owners over the past few years hence triggering the recall.
Monday, April 04, 2016
Vauxhall Panics over Zafira B Fire Recall Whilst Dealers Such as Pentagon Adopt a Laid Back Attitude / ConsumerWatch / Auto Sector
By: N_Walayat
This is an update on the crisis facing Vauxhall, the latest in a long list of auto manufactures forced to issue recalls for a myriad of reasons from alleged fraudulently emissions ratings for the likes of Volkswagen to Vauxhall's recall of some 220,000 Zafira B models in the UK that are apparently at a real risk of catching fire and even exploding as is the experience of countless Zafira owners over the past few years hence triggering the recall.
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
Driverless Vehicles Powered by Artificial Intelligence / Companies / Auto Sector
By: BATR
The joy of driving was once an important part of the American Dream. Take to the open roads meant freedom and adventure. The utilitarian objective of moving from one place to another just does not seem to possess the same romance. As with all reminiscences of the past, the lingering memories like to keep the good times close and block out the troubles when possible. This same trait can be applied to the distinctly national love affair with the auto. But as with all things, times move on and many in the tech community believe that the next advancement in land travel will come from an AI revolution.
Thursday, November 26, 2015
Vauxhall Zafira B Fire Danger Recall - What to Do Video / ConsumerWatch / Auto Sector
By: N_Walayat
It seems each week brings a new crisis for the auto manufacturers that is apart from the alleged emissions fraud that the likes of Volkswagen have been engaged in prompting a recall of 9 million cars. Whilst today's news is of Nissan forced to issue a recall for 1.6 million SUV's due to the risk of air bag injury. Meanwhile in the UK at least Vauxhall has been forced to recall all 220,000 UK Zafira B models that are at a real risk of catching fire and even exploding! As prompted by countless customer experiences of Zafira's catching fire over the past few years and hence prompting Vauxhall to finally act.