Why Tesla’s ‘Beta Testing’ Puts the Public at Risk

NEW YORK TIMES

One of the greatest tricks technology companies ever played was convincing their human guinea pig users that they were a privileged group called beta testers. read more »

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Recalls Cause Woes to RV Owners

BENZ INSIDER

Last year, Daimler was probed for its alleged emissions manipulation in its diesel units by the US Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Justice, and California State. Before judgment was made, the company was able to settle the matter off-court by paying a $2 billion settlement and with a promise to recall a quarter-million of its diesel vehicles sold in the country. The recall covers all 2009 and 2016 models including the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. read more »