Ford recalls more than a million vehicles for camera software glitch

Ford is recalling more than a million vehicles due to a software issue that can cause the rearview camera to malfunction, increasing the chance of an accident.

The software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.

The problem will be fixed by a dealer or via an “over-the-air” update at a later date.

The following Ford vehicles — a total of 1,075,299 — are included in the recall: 2021-2024 Bronco; 2021-2024 Edge; 2023-2024 Escape; 2021-2024 F-150; 2023-2024 F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600; 2022-2024 Expedition; 2022-2025 Transit; 2021-2023 Mach-E; 2024 Ranger; 2024 Mustang; 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus; 2022-2024 Navigator; 2023-2024 Corsair.

Owners can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for the recall is 25S49.

Hyundai weighs U.S. price hikes

Hyundai Motor Co. is preparing to increase the price of all of its U.S. vehicles as the automaker looks to cushion the blow from tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, according to Bloomberg sources.

The South Korean manufacturer is considering a 1% increase to the suggested retail price of every model in its lineup starting as soon as next week.

The move would apply to newly built vehicles, leaving cars already sitting on dealership lots unaffected. In addition, the company is likely to raise shipping charges and the fees for options such as floor mats and roof rails that are installed before cars arrive at retailers to avoid further raising the base price of its vehicles, the people said, cautioning that discussions are ongoing and could still change.

Hyundai said its pricing strategy is designed to ensure it remains competitive, but that no final decisions have been made.

United, JetBlue partner on travel perks

United Airlines and JetBlue Airways agreed to a far-reaching partnership that will allow travelers to use loyalty points and book flights across the two carriers.

The tie-up will integrate the airlines’ operations in the New York City area, giving United a long-sought return to John F. Kennedy International Airport. It will also grant JetBlue access to some of United’s favored flight times at its nearby Newark Liberty International hub, the companies said in a statement Thursday.

Called the Blue Sky alliance, the partnership will give United access to JetBlue’s JFK flight slots for up to seven daily round trips starting in 2027.

United had a small presence several years ago at JFK, a major international hub, but walked away from the airport in 2022 after efforts to expand failed.

E.l.f acquires Rhode brand for $1 billion

E.l.f. Beauty has acquired Hailey Bieber’s Rhode beauty brand in a $1 billion deal.

Bieber is a model and the wife of singer Justin Bieber. She launched Rhode, which is her middle name, as a skin care line in June 2022 and has since expanded the brand to include blushes, colored lip balms and lip liners.

The brand is popular with young consumers and other fans of her fresh-faced, casual aesthetic.

Compiled from Associated Press and Bloomberg reports.