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Honda confirmed a next-generation Ridgeline will be produced in the U.S. after a temporary Alabama plant stoppage later this year, with assembly returning by 2028 and a push for greater ruggedness and capability; the company did not confirm whether the truck would switch to a body-on-frame build, while CR-V led U.S. auto sales in the first half.
Production on Hulu's The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ fifth season is on hold as outside investigations into star Taylor Frankie Paul and ex Dakota Mortensen unfold, with police reviews and Disney/Hulu discussions delaying filming. Paul will not face charges due to expired statute of limitations, and there is no update yet on when or if Season 5 will resume. Cast members are pursuing other opportunities, a spinoff is reportedly in development, and the show’s future (and related The Bachelorette moves) remains uncertain until investigations conclude.
Filming on Amazon MGM Studios’ Tomb Raider for Prime Video has paused for about two weeks after Sophie Turner sustained a minor injury; Turner as Lara Croft is expected to recover and production will resume in the UK, with the studio noting the pause is precautionary and crew will be paid during the hiatus; it’s not clear where the injury occurred.
ABC has pulled Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of The Bachelorette ahead of its planned premiere after a newly surfaced video and ongoing domestic assault investigation involving her ex Dakota Mortensen, with production paused on The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 5 as fallout continues.
Production on Season 5 of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives has paused while Draper City police investigate domestic-violence allegations involving Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen; the pause is described as temporary and not expected to derail the season’s release, with cameras down during the investigation of recent incident and notes about past related incidents.
Bravo's Real Housewives of Salt Lake City has paused Season 7 production after the death of Mary Cosby's son Robert Jr., with Cosby confirming the loss and Bravo offering condolences; it remains unclear whether filming will resume.
Honda will end production of the current Acura RDX this year as the next-gen model adopts a dual-motor hybrid system; the Acura RSX EV remains on track for late 2024 production at Honda’s Ohio factory, while Honda has canceled the ZDX and delayed the Zero Series SUV as it shifts its EV strategy toward more hybrids and traditional gas-powered models.
Jim Beam plans to temporarily halt production at its main Kentucky distillery starting January 1 for site enhancements, amid industry challenges like declining alcohol consumption and reduced exports due to tariffs, while continuing operations at other facilities.
Jim Beam plans to pause production at its main Kentucky distillery starting January 1 to invest in site improvements, amid rising bourbon inventories and ongoing trade uncertainties affecting the spirits industry.
Kensington is temporarily pausing production of its Expert Mouse TB800 EQ trackball due to reports of a potential dead zone in the sensor, with the company actively working on firmware and calibration improvements.
Kevin Costner's on-set clash with co-star Wes Bentley during the filming of Yellowstone led to a temporary production shutdown, fueled by tensions over scene direction and personal conflicts, which contributed to Costner's decision to leave the show after its fifth season.
Toyota has admitted to cheating on crash tests for seven Japanese models, leading to a pause in production and stop-sale orders for the Corolla Axio, Corolla Fielder, and Yaris Cross. Despite the issues, Toyota claims the cars are safe to drive.
Sony is reportedly halting production of the PlayStation VR2 to address slow sales and clear a backlog of unsold units, with over 2 million headsets produced but less than 1.7 million shipped in 2023. Additionally, the company has closed PlayStation London studio, responsible for Blood & Truth, and made layoffs in other studios, shortly after the first anniversary of the PSVR 2's release. Sony also announced plans to allow PSVR 2 owners to "access PC" later this year.
Fisker (FSR) is pausing EV production for six weeks after failing to make an interest payment, with its stock falling over 11%. The company faces financial challenges, including a dwindling cash position and potential delisting from the NYSE exchange. Fisker is seeking additional funding through equity raises or partnerships with an OEM, but its ability to continue operations remains uncertain.
Sony has reportedly paused production of the PlayStation VR2 due to a backlog of unsold units, with over 2 million units manufactured but only around 1.7 million sold in 2023. Sluggish sales, a lack of compelling games, and the closure of its London Studio have contributed to the headset's underperformance. Sony is testing official PC support for the PS VR2 and considering a price reduction to potentially boost sales.