GM Saved From 'Park It Now' Order, Looks To Strengthen Liability Protections

The Detroit News reports U.S. District Judge Nelva Gonzales Ramos delivered a six-page ruling in favor of General Motors, saving the automaker from issuing a “park it now” order that would have proved costly both financially and in reputation. Had the order gone forward, it would have set a precedent that not even the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration could attempt in its limited penalty power. The attorney representing the plaintiffs in the lawsuit for the order, Robert Hilliard, may appeal.

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  • MrIcky no
  • Keith_93 I've rented both in the past few months. The RAV4 was OK, but the CX5 is wayyyy more civilized. Mazda really impressed me, impressive car on the highway. Simply a well thought out and pleasant drive.
  • AZFelix "I must not fear. Fear is the mind killer..."I will adorn the many surfaces of my car with 'do not enter' and 'stop' signs."Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain."
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  • Ajla I don't have interest in owning an autonomous car. I certainly don't think I'd ever "embrace it" because I like driving my car. Would I be "scared" taking a ride in an AV in 2024? Probably, although not hysterical about it. Statistically the majority of accidents, especially fatal accidents, are caused by reckless or impaired driving. I don't do those things and the AV technology of 2024 won't really save you from other people being insane on the road.