Regulation & Safety

On the regulatory environment — emissions rules, safety standards, recall coverage, the policy decisions in Washington, Brussels, and Beijing that determine what the industry can build and sell.

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Regulation & Safety

When the Recall Notice Doesn't Arrive: The Problem of Tracking Vehicle Owners Through Multiple Sales

The recall notification system depends on accurate registered-owner data. When vehicles change hands multiple times outside the dealer-tracked channels, the chain of…

Daniel Werner May 11, 2026 8 min read

Regulation & Safety

The Recall That Wasn't Quite a Recall: Why "Service Campaigns" Are Becoming the Industry's Preferred Tool

The line between a formal recall and a customer-satisfaction service campaign has been blurring for years. The trend has implications for consumer…

Daniel Werner May 11, 2026 7 min read

Regulation & Safety

Why the EU's 2035 ICE Ban Is Already Being Watered Down

The 2035 internal-combustion ban was the centerpiece of European auto policy two years ago. The exemptions and reviews being negotiated now look…

Daniel Werner May 11, 2026 6 min read