Tesla recalls nearly 363,000 vehicles over 'Full Self-Driving' system issues
U.S. safety regulators have pressured Tesla into recalling nearly 363,000 vehicles with its “Full Self-Driving” system because it misbehaves around intersections and doesn’t always follow speed limits.
Ford stops EV F-150 production after battery fire
Ford says the fire was discovered on Feb. 4, and production stopped a day later. The company adds it has no reason to believe electric pickups already in use by customers are affected by the battery issue.
Nearly 500K Nissan vehicles recalled over air bag concern
The company hasn’t developed a repair yet. Customers will get an interim letter in early April, followed by a letter telling them when to go to a dealer for service.
Witness shoots man attempting to steal luxury car at Dallas shopping center, affidavit says
There are a lot of new details about how a recent attempted carjacking of a luxury car went down in an upscale area of Dallas.
Advance Auto Parts giving away free gas for a year to 25 fans during Super Bowl — how to enter
If either Super Bowl quarterback completes a touchdown pass of at least 25 yards, several lucky fans will win free gasoline for a year at Shell stations.
US tells owners to park these old Honda models until air bags are fixed
Honda said it has reached out to the owners more than 18 million times with mailed notices, emails, phone calls and even home visits. The company says repairs are free and parts are available.
North Texas Jeep club rescues drivers stranded on icy roads
Most people stay inside during a winter storm, but a group of Jeep drivers says they’re needed out in the thick of it along I-20 in Duncanville to tow 18-wheelers stuck on the frozen highway.
Major insurers plan to drop two car models' coverage due to thefts: report
Because of a rise in thefts, at least two major car insurers are reportedly not writing new insurance policies for some models and years of Kia and Hyundai vehicles.
Ford recalls 462K vehicles to fix backup camera
Ford says the backup camera can fail, preventing the rear camera image from being displayed.
Volvo recalls over 100,000 cars due to brake issues
The recall is for some 2023 year model cars, including the C40, XC40, and S60 models.
Porsche is selling an office chair for $2,499
The collaboration with Recaro is also good for gaming.
Wyoming legislators propose bill to phase out EVs by 2035
Lawmakers fear EVs will demolish fossil fuel industries in Wyoming, leading to higher unemployment.
Texas ranked 7th best state to drive in: WalletHub study
The study found Texas to also have the best average for gas prices, the second-most car dealerships per capita, and ranked 5th best for having the most auto-repair shops per capita.
Who is on the hook for your car's pothole damage? It may not be all on you
"When a vehicle hits a pothole with any kind of force, the tires, wheels and suspension get the brunt of the impact and fixing any of those items is pricey," AAA said.
Tesla cuts vehicle prices in bid to boost flagging demand
With its sales slowing and its stock price tumbling, Tesla Inc. slashed prices dramatically Friday on several versions of its electric vehicles, making some of its models eligible for a new federal tax credit that could help spur buyer interest.
Dallas auto thefts increase 12% from 2021 to 2022
Some non-violent crimes, like thefts of cars, trucks and SUVs in the city have increased significantly. There were more than 13,000 auto thefts last year, and that was a nearly 12% increase over 2021.
Record number of Americans are paying $1000 a month or more for monthly car payments, data shows
More than 15% of consumers who financed a new vehicle toward the end of 2022 committed to paying more than $1,000 a month, the highest percentage ever recorded.
Hyundai, Kia owners face threat of theft due to social media challenge
Kia and Hyundai owners across the country are fed up. This year some cities have seen a sharp rise in theft of these vehicles. In Minneapolis, police say it’s all because of a social media challenge.
Tesla on autopilot leads police on chase before driver finally wakes up
After about 15 minutes into the pursuit, the driver finally woke up and followed police instructions to pull over.
Warming up your car in cold weather can damage your engine. Here's what to do instead
Allowing your car to warm up in cold weather for a few minutes can lower fuel efficiency while hurting the engine's performance.