Volkswagen sees sales decline in China, pledges recovery this year
Volkswagen sold 14.5% fewer vehicles in China, the world’s largest car market. Chinese auto rivals are developing new electric and hybrid vehicles at competitive prices and competing with foreign brands.
Volkswagen sold 14.5% fewer vehicles in China, the world’s largest car market. Chinese auto rivals are developing new electric and hybrid vehicles at competitive prices and competing with foreign brands.
GM ditching Chevy Bolt, shifting to electric trucks
General Motors is ready to move on from its top-selling electric vehicle to make room for larger models that run on new battery technology.
General Motors is ready to move on from its top-selling electric vehicle to make room for larger models that run on new battery technology.
AI is teaching the Ford Mustang Mach-E how to drive
The Ford Mustang Mach-E has been going to driving school.
The Ford Mustang Mach-E has been going to driving school.
Kia, Hyundai thefts prompt 17 states to urge recall of cars
TikTok videos have shown how people can start Kia and Hyundai models by using only a screwdriver and a USB cable.
TikTok videos have shown how people can start Kia and Hyundai models by using only a screwdriver and a USB cable.
Michelin recalling nearly 550K truck tires that don't have enough traction in snowy conditions
The recall covers certain Agilis CrossClimate C-Metric tires that Michelin says don’t meet U.S. snow tire safety standards.
The recall covers certain Agilis CrossClimate C-Metric tires that Michelin says don’t meet U.S. snow tire safety standards.
Police issue warning about car thefts targeting specific models in Pennsylvania
Authorities in Pennsylvania have issued a warning to owners of specific Dodge vehicles that have been the target of a recent spate of thefts.
Authorities in Pennsylvania have issued a warning to owners of specific Dodge vehicles that have been the target of a recent spate of thefts.
New Jersey halts electric vehicle rebates as demand remains too high
New Jersey residents looking to buy or lease an electric vehicle won’t be able to get a government rebate — at least temporarily. That's because the state program is so popular that it's already running out of money.
New Jersey residents looking to buy or lease an electric vehicle won’t be able to get a government rebate — at least temporarily. That's because the state program is so popular that it's already running out of money.
Officials: 2 N.J. troopers, 1 civilian driver injured in crash on Black Horse Pike in Atlantic County
Two New Jersey State troopers and a civilian driver were hospitalized after an accident on the Black Horse Pike in Hamilton Township Thursday.
Two New Jersey State troopers and a civilian driver were hospitalized after an accident on the Black Horse Pike in Hamilton Township Thursday.
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.
Nationwide study: Dangerous driving on US roads has reached 'alarming highs'
Gen Z ranked the worst when it came to unsafe driving habits.
Gen Z ranked the worst when it came to unsafe driving habits.
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.
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.
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.
Texas Senate bill aims to increase criminal penalties for catalytic converter thieves
Senate Bill 432 would make it a state jail felony for anyone who is found in possession of a stolen catalytic converter. So even if a thief isn't caught in the act, there would still be consequences. The bill does have protections for special circumstances.
Senate Bill 432 would make it a state jail felony for anyone who is found in possession of a stolen catalytic converter. So even if a thief isn't caught in the act, there would still be consequences. The bill does have protections for special circumstances.
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.
Volkswagen introduces its first affordable all-electric vehicle, set for release in 2025
Volkswagen says its new ID. 2all will cost about $27,000.
Volkswagen says its new ID. 2all will cost about $27,000.
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.
EVs: Here's what you should know as interests in electric cars continue to rise across the U.S.
With high gas prices amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine, there are signs that more people are looking at buying new or used electric vehicles, or EVs. Here's what you need to know about EVs, as well as other things that are unique to this type of cars.
With high gas prices amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine, there are signs that more people are looking at buying new or used electric vehicles, or EVs. Here's what you need to know about EVs, as well as other things that are unique to this type of cars.