Tesla recalls nearly 16,000 of its Model S and Model X vehicles due to seat belt issue
Tesla is recalling nearly 16,000 of its 2021-2023 Model S and Model X vehicles because some front-row seat belts may not have been reconnected properly following a repair.
Minnesota start-up using AI to walk customers through car repairs
Using artificial intelligence, a new Minnesota-based startup called Raise a Hood is empowering car owners to do their own repairs while also offering community learnings and virtual consultations with real-life mechanics.
Tesla's 1st Cybertruck has rolled off the assembly line, company says
Tesla says its first production Cybertruck, the electric pickup that looks nothing like a truck, has rolled off the assembly line, nearly two years behind the original schedule.
Wholesale used car prices dip to pre-pandemic levels, report finds
The decline in vehicle prices shows a change in the used car market, which has been affected in part by supply chain issues and increased consumer demand.
Lilydale man restores vintage vehicle his family has owned for 75 years and counting
Many families have a prized possession that is handed down from one generation to the next. But Bob Pollmann's family heirloom is a classic car he has restored to its former glory.
Tesla is hiring test-drivers in these 14 US cities
The pay ranges from $17-$46 an hour, according to Tesla, and the gigs come with benefits and the potential for overtime pay.
Most pickup trucks ‘fall short’ in rear seat safety, new study finds
“All these things tell us that the rear seat belts need improvement,” the president of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety wrote.
$300,000 flying car gets special certification from FAA
A flying car being developed for both roadways and vertical takeoff and landing capabilities is now one step closer to becoming a reality.
Ford donates customized Bronco 'firefighting command rig' to National Park Service
The 2023 Bronco Badlands with the Sasquatch package has been outfitted with specialized equipment, including a government communications system with satellite and antenna connections.
Ford recall prompts federal investigation; owners say vehicles behaved erratically after fix
According to two complaints from vehicle owners, their SUVs behaved erratically following the repair.
Honda recalls nearly 1.2M vehicles over rear camera issues
Honda is recalling nearly 1.2 million vehicles in the U.S. because the rear view camera image may not appear on the dashboard screen.
Ford recall affects 1 million trucks that are missing something
Ford has issued a recall affecting 979,797 trucks due to an omission in their owner's manuals.
Auto shops struggle to find trained mechanics amid national shortage: 'It's really getting scary'
There's only about half the number of auto mechanics needed coming out of technical colleges and training programs every year.
Toyota announces plans for EV battery that charges in 10 minutes or less
Charging time is one of the main drawbacks of electric vehicles.
Over 354K Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles recalled over rear coil spring issue
Stellantis said the rear coil springs can fall off while the recalled Jeeps are being driven. Here are the specific vehicles impacted.
Fatal crash victim in Pipestone Co. was unbelted, according to authorities
The fatal crash involved an unbelted/unrestrained driver, according to a press release.
GM’s electric vehicles to have access to Tesla’s huge charging network
GM joins Ford in moving its electric vehicles to work with 12,000 of Tesla's 17,000 Supercharger stations in the U.S.
Ford recalling 125K vehicles due to engine issues that could cause fires
The Ford recall is an expansion from a July 2022 recall of 100,000 Escape, Corsair and Maverick trucks in the U.S., following 23 reported incidents of fire or smoke.
Gas prices could spike after Saudi Arabia oil production cut
According to AAA, drivers are currently paying an average of $3.55 for a gallon of regular gasoline. That is more than $1 lower than a year ago.
Toyota to invest $2.1 billion more in North Carolina battery plant
Toyota will invest another $2.1 billion in an electric and hybrid vehicle battery factory that’s under construction near Greensboro, North Carolina.