Ford is recalling over 375K Explorers to fix suspension problem
More than 375,000 Explorer SUVS across the U.S. and Canada are being recalled by Ford.
Lyft expanding services to rental cars
Lyft is turning its riders into drivers by getting into the rental car business and allowing customers to rent a car directly from the app.
Hyundai says recalled vehicles should be parked outside until repairs are made
Hyundai has reversed itself on a recall to fix a defect that could cause engine fires. It is now telling owners of more than 200,000 vehicles to park them outdoors until repairs are made.
Tesla on autopilot hits police car as driver watches movie on cellphone
A North Carolina doctor’s Tesla operating on Autopilot crashed into a police car early Wednesday morning as he was watching a movie on his cellphone.
Plans for first self-driving corridor announced in Michigan from Detroit to Ann Arbor
Michigan officials are holding a news conference Thursday, August 13 at 1 p.m. to announce a major mobility-related project in southeast Michigan.
Ford Bronco returns after 24 years with 2-door, 4-door and sport SUV options
The Bronco was originally started in 1966 and went through six different designs before it was ended in 1996.
Volvo Cars recalls nearly 2.1 million cars worldwide
Volvo Cars says it is recalling nearly 2.1 million vehicles worldwide as a preventive measure after the company discovered that a steel wire connected to the front seat belts can be weakened.
US agency probes touch-screen failures in Tesla Model S
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says in documents that it's investigating failures in the 2012 through 2015 Tesla Model S.
Under alternate side parking reforms, you may not need to move your car as much
The mayor announced that those streets demanding drivers move their parked vehicles twice a week would now only require moving them once.
Ford moves new Bronco reveal from O.J. Simpson's birthday
Ford has decided to move the upcoming reveal of its new Bronco SUV due to concerns that it was scheduled for O.J. Simpson’s birthday on July 9.
Ford to introduce new Bronco on O.J. Simpson's birthday
A Ford spokesperson said the date is "purely coincidental."
Rental companies selling cars at discounted prices following halt on travel amid COVID-19 lockdowns
As Hertz Global Holdings Inc., files for bankruptcy following a near-halt on most travel amid the coronavirus pandemic, rental companies have reportedly begun selling much of their fleets in an attempt to survive the devastating economic impacts of the COVID-19 lockdowns.
Auto workers' tenuous return a ray of hope in jobs crisis
About 133,000 U.S. workers — just over half of the industry’s workforce before the pandemic — are expected to pour back into auto plants that will open in the coming week, according to estimates by The Associated Press.
Not driving as much? Experts share tips to maintain your car while in quarantine
A car in quarantine needs to stay active, too.
Staten Island car dealership offering loaner cars to first responders for free
A car dealership on Staten Island is offering loaner cars to first responders for free, for any first responders in temporary need of a vehicle.
Ford using F-150 parts to design respirators for coronavirus fight
Ford is helping 3M redesign the powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) that it makes for first responders and health care workers to protect them from contracting the virus while treating patients.
Ford to pay customers’ car payments
Ford is adapting to the coronavirus pandemic, offering to pay for three months’ worth of customers’ car payments.
Ford, General Motors, Fiat Chrysler shutting down factories amid Coronavirus
Under increasing pressure from the United Auto Workers union and amid multiple confirmed coronavirus cases originating from factories, Detroit's big three automakers are closing their plants for the time being.
Reckless NYC drivers could lose their cars under new law
A new law that takes effect on Feb. 26, 2021, allows the city to impound your car if you incur a certain number of tickets unless you take a safe driving course overseen by the DOT.
Ford recalls over 240K vehicles to fix suspension problem
Ford is recalling over 240,000 SUVs and cars worldwide because a suspension part can fracture and increase the risk of a crash.