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Perth Now
3 days ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
A protester, a crash and a near-miss for Jayco at Tour
It was meant to be a quiet day before the Tour de France hits the high mountains -- yet it turned into anything but as leader Tadej Pogacar crashed and Australian team Jayco AlUla missed out agonisingly on victory as a protester tried to disrupt the sprint finale. Pogacar took a heavy tumble with four kilometres left of the dramatic 11th stage on Wednesday, and was grateful that Tour honour was upheld when, up ahead, the peloton eased up, allowing the under-pressure champion, who'd already lost about 20 seconds, to rejoin. Meanwhile, a thrilling duel between Norway's Jonas Abrahamsen and Jayco's Swiss champion Mauro Schmid was nearly compromised by the protester, in a T-shirt reading "Israel out of the Tour" and waving a Palestinian scarf, who burst on the course 50m from the line. Eventually, as a security officer did a nifty job in tackling the invader, Schmid, who'd been on course to win the Australian team's first stage of the 2025 Tour, got pipped by half a wheel by Uno-X Mobility's Abrahamsen, who completed a fabulous comeback after a recent accident. In the day's central drama, Irishman Ben Healy, while retaining the leader's yellow jersey, agreed with two-time Tour champion Jonas Vingegaard, Pogacar's main rival for the title, that the peloton should all knock off the pace after his crash. Pogacar had gone down heavily into a kerb when Tobias Johannessen cut across him at speed, clipping wheels. The Norwegian rider later apologised, revealing that he had later received hate messages on social media. Pogacar quickly remounted, after some help at roadside, and was left hugely thankful for the gesture. "I'm quite okay, a bit beaten up, but we've been through worse days," the UAE Team Emirates-XRG leader said. "Thanks to the peloton in front, they actually waited. They could have taken time. Really big respect to everybody in front. Thanks for your support, guys." In the GC, Healy remains 29 seconds clear of Pogacar, with Olympic champ Remco Evenepoel third 1:29 down on the Irishman and Vingegaard fourth at 1:46. All, though, is expected to change on Thursday's stage 12 with the race's first Pyrenean high-mountain showdown with a summit finish on the famed Hautacam. Only then will it be seen if Pogacar, who's so far looked untouchable, has endured any lasting effects from his spill. Abrahamsen's victory was his reward for attacking from the very start of the stage, a 156.8km loop around Toulouse. It ended with him and Schmid, who'd surged from the breakaway, nearly getting caught by a charging Mathieu van der Poel, who fell just short in third place. "I broke my collarbone four weeks ago. I cried at the hospital because I thought I wouldn't make it to the Tour de France," the emotional Abrahamsen explained after his maiden Grand Tour win. "I hoped, and every day I did everything I could to come back. To stand here in the Tour de France and to have won a stage is amazing."
Yahoo
15-06-2025
- Yahoo
Jayco animal cruelty case dropped
ELKHART — Allegations against three men accused of animal cruelty at Jayco have had their charges dropped due to a need for further investigation, according to Elkhart County Prosecutor Vicki Becker. The prosecutor's office reports in a press release that a scrivener's error was noted in the probable cause affidavit, specifically the commentary from the vice president of Operations at Jayco who allegedly stated that he believed the men acted in the company's best interests by placing the cats into the trash compactor. 'However, that phrase is not accurate as there is no evidence documented in the police investigation to suggest that Mr. (Devon) Miller endorsed, or approved of, the decisions or the behaviors of the three employees. The Office of the Prosecuting Attorney was notified of the discrepancy and engaged in further inquiry regarding the facts and circumstances of the allegations,' press release indicates. 'As the Prosecuting Attorney is awaiting the results of that additional investigation, which has impacted the veracity of the original charging decision, a Motion to Dismiss each case was filed before anyone's liberty was affected by an arrest.' The prosecuting attorney is bound to follow the laws enacted by the Indiana General Assembly, including those that limit her authority. Until the additional information can be meaningfully considered, any amended charging decision will not be made, the statement reads. Accordingly, both the Indiana Constitution and Indiana statutory law require that all persons are innocent until proven guilty in a recognized Court of Law, not in the eyes of the general public, the release states. 'Once again, the detrimental and injurious effect of social media opining and premature conclusions is resulting in a social media frenzy that is wholly inappropriate,' the press release stated. No interviews will be afforded at this time as the office is awaiting further evidence before any additional official actions will be undertaken by the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney.
The Advertiser
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
ACCC alleges caravan retailer made misleading ads about 'off-road' RVs
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has commenced legal action in the Federal Court against a well-known caravan manufacturer for allegedly misleading ads for some of its RV models. It is alleged since January 2020 Jayco Corporation Pty Ltd (Jayco) - Australia's largest caravan and recreational vehicle manufacturer - represented its Outback, All Terrain and CrossTrak RVs as being designed and suitable for use off-road and/or on 4WD tracks. But the consumer watchdog alleges those particular RVs are not - something the caravan manufacturer denies. Read more in The Senior: In documents tendered to the court, it's alleged Jayco had been advertising the RVs depicted on terrain (like river beds) they weren't designed for, and distributed via "multiple channels" - like its Instagram and Facebook pages, digital advertising and brochures, as well as 4WD trade shows. A Jayco spokesperson told The Senior the company had been engaged with the ACCC for nearly 20 months and had provided detailed submissions and documentation. "Jayco categorically denies that any of its advertising or promotional materials misrepresented or misled consumers about the off-road capabilities of its Outback, CrossTrak and All Terrain recreational vehicles (RVs), when compared to the terms of the Jayco Warranty or otherwise," they said. The court documents reveal the ACCC claims Jayco's warranty excludes the use of the RVs on 4WD only tracks and "certain other terrain" - with consumers not covered from damage caused by terrain such as beaches or unsealed roads. "The warranty did not cover damage resulting from water crossings, damage caused by dislodgement of fittings resulting from use on corrugated or uneven surfaces," the ACCC said. "Or any damage resulting from use on roads and tracks described as unsuitable, including 4WD only track." In the court documents, the ACCC allege Jayco made false and misleading claims because they never "disclose or adequately disclose" in its promotional material that the RVs were not designed for off-road or 4WD track use. They also allege Jayco never told customers in the promotional material they would not be covered under the warranty if they took the vehicle onto those roads. During the period, the ACCC alleged Jayco was misleading consumers, the RVs had a price tag from approximately "$19,000 to $113,000 depending on model and option", the court document states. The ACCC also alleges consumers "suffered harm" if they purchased an RV based on the representations made to them. "Jayco has deprived consumers of the opportunity to make purchasing decisions based on the design capabilities of the RVs," it said. "Which may have resulted in the purchase of alternative products, including products suitable for their needs." Jayco's spokesperson added the manufacturer will "vigorously defend the claims and seek to vindicate its reputation". "Jayco will continue to stand behind its products, its Warranty, its people and its customers as it defends the claims through the legal process," they said. Share your thoughts in the comments below, or send a Letter to the Editor by CLICKING HERE. . The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has commenced legal action in the Federal Court against a well-known caravan manufacturer for allegedly misleading ads for some of its RV models. It is alleged since January 2020 Jayco Corporation Pty Ltd (Jayco) - Australia's largest caravan and recreational vehicle manufacturer - represented its Outback, All Terrain and CrossTrak RVs as being designed and suitable for use off-road and/or on 4WD tracks. But the consumer watchdog alleges those particular RVs are not - something the caravan manufacturer denies. Read more in The Senior: In documents tendered to the court, it's alleged Jayco had been advertising the RVs depicted on terrain (like river beds) they weren't designed for, and distributed via "multiple channels" - like its Instagram and Facebook pages, digital advertising and brochures, as well as 4WD trade shows. A Jayco spokesperson told The Senior the company had been engaged with the ACCC for nearly 20 months and had provided detailed submissions and documentation. "Jayco categorically denies that any of its advertising or promotional materials misrepresented or misled consumers about the off-road capabilities of its Outback, CrossTrak and All Terrain recreational vehicles (RVs), when compared to the terms of the Jayco Warranty or otherwise," they said. The court documents reveal the ACCC claims Jayco's warranty excludes the use of the RVs on 4WD only tracks and "certain other terrain" - with consumers not covered from damage caused by terrain such as beaches or unsealed roads. "The warranty did not cover damage resulting from water crossings, damage caused by dislodgement of fittings resulting from use on corrugated or uneven surfaces," the ACCC said. "Or any damage resulting from use on roads and tracks described as unsuitable, including 4WD only track." In the court documents, the ACCC allege Jayco made false and misleading claims because they never "disclose or adequately disclose" in its promotional material that the RVs were not designed for off-road or 4WD track use. They also allege Jayco never told customers in the promotional material they would not be covered under the warranty if they took the vehicle onto those roads. During the period, the ACCC alleged Jayco was misleading consumers, the RVs had a price tag from approximately "$19,000 to $113,000 depending on model and option", the court document states. The ACCC also alleges consumers "suffered harm" if they purchased an RV based on the representations made to them. "Jayco has deprived consumers of the opportunity to make purchasing decisions based on the design capabilities of the RVs," it said. "Which may have resulted in the purchase of alternative products, including products suitable for their needs." Jayco's spokesperson added the manufacturer will "vigorously defend the claims and seek to vindicate its reputation". "Jayco will continue to stand behind its products, its Warranty, its people and its customers as it defends the claims through the legal process," they said. Share your thoughts in the comments below, or send a Letter to the Editor by CLICKING HERE. . The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has commenced legal action in the Federal Court against a well-known caravan manufacturer for allegedly misleading ads for some of its RV models. It is alleged since January 2020 Jayco Corporation Pty Ltd (Jayco) - Australia's largest caravan and recreational vehicle manufacturer - represented its Outback, All Terrain and CrossTrak RVs as being designed and suitable for use off-road and/or on 4WD tracks. But the consumer watchdog alleges those particular RVs are not - something the caravan manufacturer denies. Read more in The Senior: In documents tendered to the court, it's alleged Jayco had been advertising the RVs depicted on terrain (like river beds) they weren't designed for, and distributed via "multiple channels" - like its Instagram and Facebook pages, digital advertising and brochures, as well as 4WD trade shows. A Jayco spokesperson told The Senior the company had been engaged with the ACCC for nearly 20 months and had provided detailed submissions and documentation. "Jayco categorically denies that any of its advertising or promotional materials misrepresented or misled consumers about the off-road capabilities of its Outback, CrossTrak and All Terrain recreational vehicles (RVs), when compared to the terms of the Jayco Warranty or otherwise," they said. The court documents reveal the ACCC claims Jayco's warranty excludes the use of the RVs on 4WD only tracks and "certain other terrain" - with consumers not covered from damage caused by terrain such as beaches or unsealed roads. "The warranty did not cover damage resulting from water crossings, damage caused by dislodgement of fittings resulting from use on corrugated or uneven surfaces," the ACCC said. "Or any damage resulting from use on roads and tracks described as unsuitable, including 4WD only track." In the court documents, the ACCC allege Jayco made false and misleading claims because they never "disclose or adequately disclose" in its promotional material that the RVs were not designed for off-road or 4WD track use. They also allege Jayco never told customers in the promotional material they would not be covered under the warranty if they took the vehicle onto those roads. During the period, the ACCC alleged Jayco was misleading consumers, the RVs had a price tag from approximately "$19,000 to $113,000 depending on model and option", the court document states. The ACCC also alleges consumers "suffered harm" if they purchased an RV based on the representations made to them. "Jayco has deprived consumers of the opportunity to make purchasing decisions based on the design capabilities of the RVs," it said. "Which may have resulted in the purchase of alternative products, including products suitable for their needs." Jayco's spokesperson added the manufacturer will "vigorously defend the claims and seek to vindicate its reputation". "Jayco will continue to stand behind its products, its Warranty, its people and its customers as it defends the claims through the legal process," they said. Share your thoughts in the comments below, or send a Letter to the Editor by CLICKING HERE. . The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has commenced legal action in the Federal Court against a well-known caravan manufacturer for allegedly misleading ads for some of its RV models. It is alleged since January 2020 Jayco Corporation Pty Ltd (Jayco) - Australia's largest caravan and recreational vehicle manufacturer - represented its Outback, All Terrain and CrossTrak RVs as being designed and suitable for use off-road and/or on 4WD tracks. But the consumer watchdog alleges those particular RVs are not - something the caravan manufacturer denies. Read more in The Senior: In documents tendered to the court, it's alleged Jayco had been advertising the RVs depicted on terrain (like river beds) they weren't designed for, and distributed via "multiple channels" - like its Instagram and Facebook pages, digital advertising and brochures, as well as 4WD trade shows. A Jayco spokesperson told The Senior the company had been engaged with the ACCC for nearly 20 months and had provided detailed submissions and documentation. "Jayco categorically denies that any of its advertising or promotional materials misrepresented or misled consumers about the off-road capabilities of its Outback, CrossTrak and All Terrain recreational vehicles (RVs), when compared to the terms of the Jayco Warranty or otherwise," they said. The court documents reveal the ACCC claims Jayco's warranty excludes the use of the RVs on 4WD only tracks and "certain other terrain" - with consumers not covered from damage caused by terrain such as beaches or unsealed roads. "The warranty did not cover damage resulting from water crossings, damage caused by dislodgement of fittings resulting from use on corrugated or uneven surfaces," the ACCC said. "Or any damage resulting from use on roads and tracks described as unsuitable, including 4WD only track." In the court documents, the ACCC allege Jayco made false and misleading claims because they never "disclose or adequately disclose" in its promotional material that the RVs were not designed for off-road or 4WD track use. They also allege Jayco never told customers in the promotional material they would not be covered under the warranty if they took the vehicle onto those roads. During the period, the ACCC alleged Jayco was misleading consumers, the RVs had a price tag from approximately "$19,000 to $113,000 depending on model and option", the court document states. The ACCC also alleges consumers "suffered harm" if they purchased an RV based on the representations made to them. "Jayco has deprived consumers of the opportunity to make purchasing decisions based on the design capabilities of the RVs," it said. "Which may have resulted in the purchase of alternative products, including products suitable for their needs." Jayco's spokesperson added the manufacturer will "vigorously defend the claims and seek to vindicate its reputation". "Jayco will continue to stand behind its products, its Warranty, its people and its customers as it defends the claims through the legal process," they said. Share your thoughts in the comments below, or send a Letter to the Editor by CLICKING HERE. .
Perth Now
12-06-2025
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Caravan maker sued over off-road claims
Caravan maker Jayco is being sued by the consumer watchdog over claims its recreational vehicles can go off-road. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) filed the legal suit in the Federal Court on Thursday. The ACCC alleges certain Jayco ads depict recreational vehicles being used off-road and on 4WD-only tracks when the caravans are not designed for such rough and tumble conditions. Jayco's warranties for the particular caravans also expressly exclude using the recreational vehicles on 4WD-only tracks. 'We allege Jayco misled consumers by advertising the RVs (recreational vehicles) in terrain in which they were not designed to be used and were not covered by its warranty,' ACCC deputy chair Mick Keogh said in a statement. One of the advertisements the consumer watchdog is concerned about shows a Jayco caravan in Queensland's Kinkuna National Park, which only 4WDs are allowed to drive into. ACCC Credit: Supplied 'When a product is depicted in advertisements in a particular setting, or claims are made about it, consumers have a right to expect such images and words reflect the intended use of the product.' NewsWire has contacted Jayco for comment. Jayco is Australia's largest RV manufacturer, founded in Victoria in 1975. The ACCC is seeking a full suite of penalties, injunctions, publication orders, legal costs and a declaration of wrongdoing from Jayco. The caravan models the ACCC is concerned with are in Jayco's Outback and Adventure ranges, with models ranging in price from $19,000 to $113,000. The RV shown in this ad was not covered under warranty for damage caused by water crossings. ACCC Credit: Supplied Advertisements for the Crosstrak model show the caravan being towed by a 4WD through water that is halfway up the caravan tyres and lapping at the bottom of the 4WD's passenger doors. Other ads for the Crosstrak show the caravan being towed through Queensland's Kinkuna National Park, which is restricted to only 4WDs. The ACCC says since January 2020, Jayco has promoted RVs with phrases such as 'purpose-built off-road hybrid RV', 'built with off-road travel at the forefront', 'all terrain', and 'designed specifically for off-road adventures'. But the RV warranties from Jayco did not cover damage from water crossings, damage from use on corrugated and uneven surfaces or any damage from use on 4WD-only tracks, the ACCC filing said. Mr Keogh said RVs were expensive purchases and buyers were misled. 'We are concerned that consumers were deprived of the ability to make informed purchasing decisions which might have led them to buy a different RV that was more suitable for their needs,' Mr Keogh said. 'RVs are a significant purchase for consumers, and as a result of Jayco's ads, consumers may have paid a premium over and above the cost of other standard model RVs based on the alleged misrepresentation that they could be used 'off road'.' Following a similar 2017 case, Jayco was ordered to pay a $75,000 fine in May 2021.
News.com.au
12-06-2025
- Automotive
- News.com.au
Caravan maker Jayco sued over off-road claims
Caravan maker Jayco is being sued by the consumer watchdog over claims its recreational vehicles can go off-road. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) filed the legal suit in the Federal Court on Thursday. The ACCC alleges certain Jayco ads depict recreational vehicles being used off-road and on 4WD-only tracks when the caravans are not designed for such rough and tumble conditions. Jayco's warranties for the particular caravans also expressly exclude using the recreational vehicles on 4WD-only tracks. 'We allege Jayco misled consumers by advertising the RVs (recreational vehicles) in terrain in which they were not designed to be used and were not covered by its warranty,' ACCC deputy chair Mick Keogh said in a statement. 'When a product is depicted in advertisements in a particular setting, or claims are made about it, consumers have a right to expect such images and words reflect the intended use of the product.' NewsWire has contacted Jayco for comment. Jayco is Australia's largest RV manufacturer, founded in Victoria in 1975. The ACCC is seeking a full suite of penalties, injunctions, publication orders, legal costs and a declaration of wrongdoing from Jayco. The caravan models the ACCC is concerned with are in Jayco's Outback and Adventure ranges, with models ranging in price from $19,000 to $113,000. Advertisements for the Crosstrak model show the caravan being towed by a 4WD through water that is halfway up the caravan tyres and lapping at the bottom of the 4WD's passenger doors. Other ads for the Crosstrak show the caravan being towed through Queensland's Kinkuna National Park, which is restricted to only 4WDs. The ACCC says since January 2020, Jayco has promoted RVs with phrases such as 'purpose-built off-road hybrid RV', 'built with off-road travel at the forefront', 'all terrain', and 'designed specifically for off-road adventures'. But the RV warranties from Jayco did not cover damage from water crossings, damage from use on corrugated and uneven surfaces or any damage from use on 4WD-only tracks, the ACCC filing said. Mr Keogh said RVs were expensive purchases and buyers were misled. 'We are concerned that consumers were deprived of the ability to make informed purchasing decisions which might have led them to buy a different RV that was more suitable for their needs,' Mr Keogh said. 'RVs are a significant purchase for consumers, and as a result of Jayco's ads, consumers may have paid a premium over and above the cost of other standard model RVs based on the alleged misrepresentation that they could be used 'off road'.' Following a similar 2017 case, Jayco was ordered to pay a $75,000 fine in May 2021.
