While this is true, the story is independently confirmed, so we can continue discussions on the subject anyway.
NYP is simply reposting NYTimes content.
There's already a lawsuit filed against GM.
Sorry I’m unfamiliar. Why?
It's a tabloid that's known for colorful rather than balanced reporting.
It's a tabloid. Facts aren't particularly relevant to them. Basically the pre-internet equivalent of clickbait (although of course they do have an online presence now).