Tesla offers rare year-end discounts on 2 top-selling models
Tesla started offering a $3,750 incentive on its Model 3 sedan and Model Y SUV on its website earlier this month, but on Wednesday doubled the discount to $7,500 for those who take delivery between now and Dec. 31.
GM recalls nearly 140K Chevy Bolt EVs for seat belt problem that can cause fires
The recall covers certain Chevy Bolt EVs from the 2017 to 2023 model years. General Motors found three reports of fires that could have been caused by the problem.
Treasury department delays electric vehicle tax credit changes
The Treasury Department has pushed the issuance of guidance for new electric vehicle tax credit rules from January to March as it continues to develop them.
Here's how much range electric vehicles lose in the cold
Battery shrinkage is an issue for winter driving.
Rising car repossessions trend warning sign for economy, report says
The number of car repossessions across the United States is on the rise and expected to continue into the new year. Some industry experts say it is a sign of the economy.
Ram recalls 1.4M trucks; tailgates can open unexpectedly
Stellantis is recalling about 1.4 million pickup trucks worldwide because the tailgates may not close completely and cargo could spill onto the road.
Widow sues FedEx, claims faulty tires caused fiery crash that killed husband
Court documents said the FedEx truck driver was en route on Interstate 10 in Alabama when the left front tire tread separated and caused a “catastrophic failure.”
Most small SUVs flunk updated insurance industry crash tests
Only the Ford Escape and Volvo XC40 got the top “good” rating in this year's testing released Tuesday. The Toyota RAV4 was rated “acceptable," while Audi's Q3, the Nissan Rogue and the Subaru Forester were “marginal.”
Subaru recalls Ascent SUVs due to fire risk; owners urged to park outdoors
Ascent SUVs made between 2019 and 2022 are being recalled after reports of two fires with no injuries. Subaru says owners of these SUVs can find out if their vehicle is affected by visiting the company's website.
Tesla delivers its first electric Semi trucks promising 500 miles of range
Tesla has started production of its electric Semi, which has a range of up to 500 miles per charge and the ability to recharge to 70% in a half-hour.
Hertz agrees to pay $168 million to settle false theft claims
Hertz is settling lawsuits with customers who were accused of stealing cars they rented.
Gas station in Clear Lake ordered to stop selling diesel fuel after contaminants found
Investigators said they "found that the station was selling diesel fuel that does not meet state-required quality standards – and it continued selling the contaminated diesel fuel even after [being] informed there were issues.”
Gas prices fall to lowest level since February, GasBuddy data shows
“It’s entirely possible the national average price of gasoline could fall under $3 per gallon by Christmas,” Patrick De Haan at GasBuddy revealed.
Jeep is giving away a $40,000 ski trip to the first person who names its new SUV
The Electric Wagoneer S will be called something else when it goes on sale
Ford recalls over 634K SUVs due to fuel leaks and fire risk
Ford Motor Co. is recalling over 634,000 SUVs worldwide because a cracked fuel injector can spill fuel or leak vapors onto a hot engine and cause fires.
Ford has reinvented the wheel ... the steering wheel
The new design turns the wheel into a table.
GM recalls nearly 340K big SUVs over daytime running lights issue
The recall covers certain 2021 Chevrolet Tahoes and Suburbans, as well as some GMC Yukons and Cadillac Escalades.
Recall: Owners told not to drive older Chrysler, Dodge cars after 3 Takata airbag deaths
Stellantis and the U.S. government are warning owners of 276,000 older vehicles to stop driving them after Takata air bags apparently exploded in three more vehicles, killing the drivers.
Prices on new, used vehicles finally begin to creep down from inflated highs
Even with the average price of new and used vehicles beginning to ease, auto purchases remain unaffordable for many, with average prices still 30% to 50% above where they were in early 2020.
Discontinued Dodge Challenger and Charger 'Last Call' muscle cars now open for orders
V8-powered Dodges being replaced by the electric Charger Daytona SRT next year