'Safety crisis': Kia, Hyundai thefts prompt Michigan AG, 16 other states to demand recall
A spike in thefts of certain Kia and Hyundai vehicles in recent years prompted 18 attorney generals to demand a recall. They argue that the ease of stealing these vehicles creates "an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety."
A spike in thefts of certain Kia and Hyundai vehicles in recent years prompted 18 attorney generals to demand a recall. They argue that the ease of stealing these vehicles creates "an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety."
Michigan committee signs off on $175M for controversial EV battery plant
The Appropriations committee signed off on the money despite concerns of the factory owner's ties to the Chinese Communist Party.
The Appropriations committee signed off on the money despite concerns of the factory owner's ties to the Chinese Communist Party.
Only 10 electric vehicles are eligible for $7,500 tax credit
Most of the more than 60 electric vehicles on sale in the U.S. are not eligible for the full tax credit. Here are the models that are:
Most of the more than 60 electric vehicles on sale in the U.S. are not eligible for the full tax credit. Here are the models that are:
Biden administration wants to mandate limits on emissions, boost electric car sales by 2032
The Biden administration has ordered the toughest emissions standards ever as it eyes more electric cars on American roads by 2032 - but is it doable?
The Biden administration has ordered the toughest emissions standards ever as it eyes more electric cars on American roads by 2032 - but is it doable?
Longer grace periods and max parking times coming to Royal Oak
Earlier this year, Royal Oak found it 43% of all visitors that came to the city were ticketed. It amounted to $3.5 million in revenue a year.
Earlier this year, Royal Oak found it 43% of all visitors that came to the city were ticketed. It amounted to $3.5 million in revenue a year.
EPA proposes strict new emission limits, requiring two-thirds of vehicles sold in U.S. be electric by 2032
If approved, the new regulations would be the "strongest ever" proposed by the EPA on the auto industry.
If approved, the new regulations would be the "strongest ever" proposed by the EPA on the auto industry.
$1,000+ monthly car payment? Record number of people pay this much
An analysis from Edmunds puts into perspective just how costly a new car is -- a record number of American buyers are paying $1,000 or more a month for their vehicle.
An analysis from Edmunds puts into perspective just how costly a new car is -- a record number of American buyers are paying $1,000 or more a month for their vehicle.
Tesla announces big plans for cheaper iron-based batteries
Tesla Inc. is planning to install iron-based batteries that are not only cheaper, but less of a fire hazard, in a version of an affordable electric vehicle and a semi heavy electric truck, according to reports.
Tesla Inc. is planning to install iron-based batteries that are not only cheaper, but less of a fire hazard, in a version of an affordable electric vehicle and a semi heavy electric truck, according to reports.
Ford files patent for drones to jump start vehicles with dead batteries
For drivers who find themselves stranded with a dead battery and no one around to help, Ford may be developing technology to help.
For drivers who find themselves stranded with a dead battery and no one around to help, Ford may be developing technology to help.
Honda CR-V recall: Road salt in cold states could cause rusty frame, loose parts
The road salt can accumulate and cause corrosion, and the rear trailing arm can detach, regulators say.
The road salt can accumulate and cause corrosion, and the rear trailing arm can detach, regulators say.
Over 143,000 Volkswagen Atlas SUVs recalled due to potential air bag issue
The NHTSA is urging owners of the specified models to not let anyone sit in the front passenger seat while Volkswagen develops a solution.
The NHTSA is urging owners of the specified models to not let anyone sit in the front passenger seat while Volkswagen develops a solution.
General Motors staves off forced layoffs after 5K employees take buyout offer
The Detroit automaker will still be looking to cut a billion dollars by the end of the next year.
The Detroit automaker will still be looking to cut a billion dollars by the end of the next year.
Report: 2021 saw the highest number of traffic crash deaths in 16 years
Nearly 43,000 people died in U.S. traffic crashes in 2021, the highest number in 16 years, with deaths due to speeding and impaired or distracted driving on the rise.
Nearly 43,000 people died in U.S. traffic crashes in 2021, the highest number in 16 years, with deaths due to speeding and impaired or distracted driving on the rise.
Fewer electric vehicles will qualify for tax credit under new rules
A new law aimed at reducing American dependence on China will likely slow U.S. adoption of electric vehicles.
A new law aimed at reducing American dependence on China will likely slow U.S. adoption of electric vehicles.
Honda recalls more than 330,000 vehicles with mirrors at risk of falling off
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said that the vehicles don't comply with the necessary rear visibility requirements.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said that the vehicles don't comply with the necessary rear visibility requirements.
Carmakers are dropping AM radios from electric vehicles. Is that bad?
In a letter, former FEMA officials said eliminating AM radio from electric vehicles prevents drivers from receiving safety alerts in an emergency.
In a letter, former FEMA officials said eliminating AM radio from electric vehicles prevents drivers from receiving safety alerts in an emergency.
Ford recalls 1.5M vehicles to fix leaky brake hoses, faulty windshield wipers
Ford says it's aware of at least one crash linked to the recall.
Ford says it's aware of at least one crash linked to the recall.
Honda to recall 500,000 vehicles to repair seat belt issue
The recalls involve some of Honda’s top-selling cars, including the 2017 through 2020 CR-V, the 2018 and 2019 Accord, the 2018 through 2020 Odyssey, and the 2019 Insight.
The recalls involve some of Honda’s top-selling cars, including the 2017 through 2020 CR-V, the 2018 and 2019 Accord, the 2018 through 2020 Odyssey, and the 2019 Insight.
Ford recalling 18 F-150 Lightning electric pickups after battery fire
Ford said it became aware of the issue when a truck parked in a holding lot at the Dearborn, Michigan, factory caught fire.
Ford said it became aware of the issue when a truck parked in a holding lot at the Dearborn, Michigan, factory caught fire.
General Motors offers buyouts for U.S. employees and executives
General Motors is offering salaried employees a voluntary buyout as it seeks to reduce costs by $2 billion over the next two years. "Taking this step now will help avoid the potential for involuntary actions," a company letter said.
General Motors is offering salaried employees a voluntary buyout as it seeks to reduce costs by $2 billion over the next two years. "Taking this step now will help avoid the potential for involuntary actions," a company letter said.