General Motors has announced a recall of over 132,000 heavy-duty pickups in the U.S. due to tailgate release switches that can short circuit, causing the gates to open while the trucks are parked. The recall affects 2024 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 trucks with manual gates and power lock and release features. Water can seep into the electronic gate release switches, leading to unexpected unlatching of the gates, posing a safety hazard. GM urges owners to ensure their gates are closed and latched before driving until repairs are made.
In other news, Melinda French Gates is offering to match up to $1 million in donations to two nonprofit organizations to encourage giving on GivingTuesday, a major fundraising day. For over a decade, charitable organizations have used this day to seek donations and support from their networks. French Gates emphasizes the importance of giving back and encourages people to participate in this annual day of giving.
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