Apple CarPlay update: What to know

Apple has begun rolling out a serious upgrade to CarPlay. Here’s where you can find it.

Tariffs on the auto industry could impact car insurance rates

If car parts are more expensive or take longer to import, cars will cost more money and take more time to repair.

Tariffs impact on car prices
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If you're planning on buying a new or used car anytime soon, the clock is ticking. Jerry Reynolds with CarPro USA shares insight on how tariffs will be impacting prices and when you should buy a new car.

EPA chief proposes rollback of automatic red-light car engine stop-start feature

Lee Zeldin, the administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), proposed rolling back the federal incentives that helped push the automatic start-stop feature in millions of U.S. cars.

Cheaper Tesla Model Y launches in US: What to know

Tesla is launching a cheaper version of its best-selling Model Y SUV. The company hopes the U.S. launch will help recoup plunging profits.

Volvo recalls more than 400,000 vehicles in US: What to know

Volvo said the rearview camera image “does not display” and can reduce the driver's view – increasing the risk of a crash.

Slate's electric pickup truck unveiled: What to know

The Slate electric pickup truck that’s simple, small and customizable was unveiled this week, and it’s reportedly backed by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.

Lawsuit accuses Tesla of inflating odometers to avoid warranty payments

The man suing Tesla says at one point, Tesla was recording over 72 miles a day on his car – for several of those days, his car was at a Tesla repair center.

Stellantis plans 900 temporary layoffs in US after Trump tariff announcement: report

Stellantis NV, the company that manufactures Ram trucks and Jeeps, is reportedly temporarily laying off 900 workers at five US facilities and pausing production in Canada and Mexico.

Ford Motor Company will offer employee pricing to all US shoppers

Ford is temporarily offering U.S. customers access to the company's employee pricing, citing "uncertain times" and the "complexities of a changing economy."

Advance Auto Parts to open 30 new stores in 2025; 100 through 2027

The automotive aftermarket parts provider said it was "entering its next phase of returning to growth" with plans to launch 30 new stores in the U.S. this year.

Save money on auto repairs with these tips
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President Trump's tariff on foreign cars is expected to increase the price of cars and car parts. Jon Linkov with Consumer Reports joins Heather Sullivan shares ways you can cave on car repairs.

List: The most and least American-made cars

President Donald Trump’s 25% tariff on imported automobiles will hit some carmakers harder than others. Here’s a look at foreign brands that build their cars in the U.S. – and who doesn't.

What is BYD? Chinese electric vehicle maker tops Tesla sales

BYD's sales last year hit $107 billion in revenue, beating Tesla's 2024 revenue of nearly $97.7 billion. Here's what to know about China's largest EV maker.

Nearly 1.3 million Ford F-150s under investigation over unexpected gear shift

The NHTSA opened a preliminary investigation of certain Ford F-150s after reports of the trucks suddenly downshifting while moving at "highway speeds."

How Tesla 'sentry mode' busts attackers, and how owners can enable it

Tesla security has been spotlighted after recent incidents targeting the vehicles, showrooms, storage lots and charging stations.

Tariffs will increase car insurance costs faster, analysis finds

Tariffs on Canada and Mexico may cause car insurance rates to rise faster, an analysis found. Here’s what the projections are showing.

The most reliable used cars for the money, according to study

The average 5-year-old used car in the U.S. costs $26,206 and has an average remaining lifespan of 7.6 years, according to a new study.