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.
There are only 3 new cars priced under $20,000 now
The average new car price was $48,008 in March, according to Kelley Blue Book, a drop of $550 from the prior month.
The average new car price was $48,008 in March, according to Kelley Blue Book, a drop of $550 from the prior month.
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.
GM recalls 40,000 pickups to fix fire risk: 'Park outside'
The GM Silverados have been recalled after discovering a potential leak in brake fluid that could result in a fire.
The GM Silverados have been recalled after discovering a potential leak in brake fluid that could result in a fire.
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.
131,000 Ram pickup trucks recalled by Stellantis
The recall warned an engine stall stemming from the issue could potentially occur.
The recall warned an engine stall stemming from the issue could potentially occur.
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.
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.
How to Survive: Police chases
Collateral damage from police chases is sometimes an unfortunate reality of catching "the bad guy." Here's what experts say about how to stay safe on the road.
Collateral damage from police chases is sometimes an unfortunate reality of catching "the bad guy." Here's what experts say about how to stay safe on the road.
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.
North Carolina Army veteran buys $68,000 Carvana car for wife — but it was a stolen vehicle, police said
A North Carolina couple said they spent more than $68,000 purchasing a vehicle from Carvana that ended up being stolen. The vehicle was later seized and impounded by police.
A North Carolina couple said they spent more than $68,000 purchasing a vehicle from Carvana that ended up being stolen. The vehicle was later seized and impounded by police.
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.
Car thefts in US top 1 million for first time since 2008
California led the nation in car thefts last year, followed by Texas. Meanwhile, Illinois experienced the highest spike from 2021, followed by Washington and New York, according to a new report.
California led the nation in car thefts last year, followed by Texas. Meanwhile, Illinois experienced the highest spike from 2021, followed by Washington and New York, according to a new report.