Following the complaints of possible loss of power-steering assist and fluid leaks, Fiat Chrysler has initiated a voluntary recall of more than 187, 000 of its cars off the roads in Canada. So far, no reported fatalities or accidents have been reported in connection with potential automotive defects.
General Motors and Lyft has just entered an accord that would allow the Detroit-based automotive giant to make use of the ride-sharing company’s network of independent drivers as a primary test market for its self-driving car program. Meanwhile, both Uber and Lyft promised to withdraw their business operations in Austin, Texas once Proposition 1 becomes law- a proposed ride-sharing legislation that requires fingerprinting to all their drivers.
Google is reportedly closing in on a possible landmark deal with Fiat Chrysler over a technology partnership. If an agreement is reached, it will be a breakthrough crossover deal between Silicon Valley and the car manufacturing industry.
