UAW strike continues nationwide
The United Auto Workers (UAW) strike continues into its third week, with workers taking to picket lines in Plymouth, Minnesota, and elsewhere to strike for better wages and compensation. Since the strike began, General Motors has laid off more than 2,000 workers, with Ford and Stellantis laying another another 1,000 more.
South Carolina auto mechanics find 8-foot albino boa constrictor in engine: 'Is someone missing their pet?'
Auto mechanics in South Carolina made a startling discovery when they opened the hood of a vehicle brought in for a check engine light issue. Inside, they found an unexpected passenger—an 8-foot albino boa constrictor.
New cars are supposed to be safer yet roadway deaths continue to rise, data shows
Government test data shows new passenger vehicles in the U.S. are extremely safe, but roadway deaths are steadily rising. Some of the biggest increases are deaths of pedestrians and cyclists.
Car completely crashes through North Carolina home, injuring 1 as investigation begins
Over the weekend, a shocking incident occurred in North Carolina as a car crashed through a residential home, causing at least one injury.
United Auto Workers strike in Minnesota
Thousands of United Auto Workers (UAW) that represent Ford, General Motors and Stellantis are on strike demanding a contract for better pay and conditions.
Honda to adopt Tesla’s EV charging technology beginning in 2025
Honda will join other major automakers like Ford and General Motors by adopting Telsa’s North American Standard (NACS) for charging ports.
Hilton to install Tesla chargers at 2,000 hotels across North America
Tesla chargers to be installed at Hilton hotels beginning early next year.
Tyson Foods to test driverless trucks, transforming meat transportation
Tyson Foods, Inc. is entering the realm of self-driving vehicles through a partnership with Gatik AI, Inc. The meat processing and marketing giant plans to deploy autonomous refrigerated box trucks on predetermined short-haul routes in northwest Arkansas.
Carmakers fail privacy test, give owners little or no control of personal data they collect
Multiple automakers say they can sell your personal data. Half will share your information with the government or law enforcement in response to a "request," as opposed to requiring a court order.
How much flood water does it take to damage a car? Does it matter if it is salt or fresh?
Between hurricanes, record rains and king tides; Americans have been driving through a lot of flooding and puddles. All that water takes toll on your car.
Ford issues recall for 42,000 trucks over defect that may cause crashes
Customers can turn in their 2023 Super Duty F-250 and F-350 trucks at a dealership for a free repair.
Say goodbye to these cars after 2023, Edmunds says
These cars can make for a good value because they're likely to be discounted or potentially become a high-value classic.
Options for new cars under $20,000 limited to a single choice
Just five years ago, a price-conscious auto shopper in the United States could choose from among a dozen new small cars selling for under $20,000. Now, there’s just one.
Nissan recalling 236k Sentras over possible steering control problem
Nissan is recalling 236,000 Sentra sedans due to a tie rod in the car’s suspension that could bend or break, causing the driver to lose steering control.
Thieves bust into Golden Valley garage to steal luxury Maserati, other vehicles
Most car thefts happen in an instant, but a group of criminals in Golden Valley took their time busting through a garage door and stealing vehicles valued at more than a half million dollars early Tuesday morning.
Hyundai, Kia recall nearly 92,000 vehicles and tell owners to park them outside due to fire risk
Hyundai and Kia are telling the owners of nearly 92,000 vehicles in the U.S. to park them outside because an electronic controller in an oil pump can overheat and cause fires.
Passenger gets trapped in car crushed by automated rotating parking system
Rescue crews blamed the malfunction on a car door that was opened.
Ford recalls over 870,000 F-150 pickups in US
Affected trucks could experience sudden activation of their electric parking brakes.
Auto-loan rejections are up as Federal Reserve raises key interest rate
The Federal Reserve's decision Wednesday to raise its benchmark rate for the 11th time, by a quarter-point, could once again send ripple effects across the economy.
Major automakers unite to build electric vehicle charging network they say will rival Tesla's
Seven major automakers say they’re joining forces to build a North American electric vehicle charging network that would rival Tesla’s and nearly double the number of fast-charging plugs in the U.S. and Canada.