EVs: Here's what you should know as interests in electric cars continue to rise across the U.S.
With high gas prices amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine, there are signs that more people are looking at buying new or used electric vehicles, or EVs. Here's what you need to know about EVs, as well as other things that are unique to this type of cars.
With high gas prices amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine, there are signs that more people are looking at buying new or used electric vehicles, or EVs. Here's what you need to know about EVs, as well as other things that are unique to this type of cars.
Ford recalling 18 F-150 Lightning electric pickups after battery fire
Ford said it became aware of the issue when a truck parked in a holding lot at the Dearborn, Michigan, factory caught fire.
Ford said it became aware of the issue when a truck parked in a holding lot at the Dearborn, Michigan, factory caught fire.
Thieves are targeting cars for their parts, authorities say
In 2022, auto thefts topped one million for the first time since 2008, but authorities say it's not the cars that the crooks are after. Reporter Jeff Flock has more.
In 2022, auto thefts topped one million for the first time since 2008, but authorities say it's not the cars that the crooks are after. Reporter Jeff Flock has more.
Ford 'introduces' a men's only Explorer SUV
Officials with Ford have 'introduced,' so to speak, a men's only Ford Explorer. The car has no windshield wiper, no heater, no turn signals, no rearview mirror, and no GPS. The car isn't actually for sale, but officials with the car manufacturer introduced the car as a way to mark the significant contributions women have made to the auto industry since World War II.
Officials with Ford have 'introduced,' so to speak, a men's only Ford Explorer. The car has no windshield wiper, no heater, no turn signals, no rearview mirror, and no GPS. The car isn't actually for sale, but officials with the car manufacturer introduced the car as a way to mark the significant contributions women have made to the auto industry since World War II.
Car thefts in US top 1 million for first time since 2008
California led the nation in car thefts last year, followed by Texas. Meanwhile, Illinois experienced the highest spike from 2021, followed by Washington and New York, according to a new report.
California led the nation in car thefts last year, followed by Texas. Meanwhile, Illinois experienced the highest spike from 2021, followed by Washington and New York, according to a new report.
The $109K Ford F-150 Raptor R is so hot it costs much more than that
The 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R is a high-performance off-road model that is both the most powerful and highest-priced truck Ford has ever sold.
The 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R is a high-performance off-road model that is both the most powerful and highest-priced truck Ford has ever sold.
US investigates Tesla after complaints of steering wheels that can fall off
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says the probe covers an estimated 120,000 vehicles from the 2023 model year.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says the probe covers an estimated 120,000 vehicles from the 2023 model year.
Thieves in North Carolina steal Maserati, BMWs worth more than $300K from car dealer, police say
Surveillance video from inside the dealership shows the suspects jumping into the luxury cars and driving off the showroom floor through the glass door.
Surveillance video from inside the dealership shows the suspects jumping into the luxury cars and driving off the showroom floor through the glass door.
Tesla recalls 3,470 Model Y vehicles produced in past year after discovery of loose bolts
Tesla announced it is recalling thousands of Model Y vehicles in the U.S. after learning bolts securing the second-row seat back frames may be loose.
Tesla announced it is recalling thousands of Model Y vehicles in the U.S. after learning bolts securing the second-row seat back frames may be loose.
If you’ve got the ‘CASH,’ this $2 million vanity license plate can be yours
The California plate with the letters “MM” is also up for grabs, if you’ve got an extra $24.3 million.
The California plate with the letters “MM” is also up for grabs, if you’ve got an extra $24.3 million.
Car debt piles up as more Americans struggle to make payments
Car repossessions are growing as Americans are still struggling with higher car prices and inflation.
Car repossessions are growing as Americans are still struggling with higher car prices and inflation.
Future Ford vehicles could repossess themselves if drivers miss payments
A patent application describes multiple ways in which technology could make vehicle repossessions easier in the future for Ford vehicles.
A patent application describes multiple ways in which technology could make vehicle repossessions easier in the future for Ford vehicles.
EU countries postpone vote on combustion engine ban amid opposition from lawmakers
The vote initially scheduled for next week will take place at a “later council meeting” on a date yet to be announced.
The vote initially scheduled for next week will take place at a “later council meeting” on a date yet to be announced.
Most drivers fear autonomous cars, AAA study says
Nearly seven in 10 respondents to a AAA survey said that they fear autonomous vehicles, which is an increase of 13% compared to last year's study.
Nearly seven in 10 respondents to a AAA survey said that they fear autonomous vehicles, which is an increase of 13% compared to last year's study.
DC police formed specialized team to confiscate illegal ATVs and Dirt Bikes
With the recent warm weather, some people in the District are claiming more illegal ATVs and dirt bikes have been popping up in certain parts of the city.
With the recent warm weather, some people in the District are claiming more illegal ATVs and dirt bikes have been popping up in certain parts of the city.
Tesla says it will cut the cost of next generation vehicles in half
Tesla says it will cut the cost of its next generation of vehicles in half, largely by using innovative manufacturing techniques and smaller factories.
Tesla says it will cut the cost of its next generation of vehicles in half, largely by using innovative manufacturing techniques and smaller factories.
U.S. Postal Service buys 9,250 electric vans, 14,000 charge stations
US Postal Service will purchase charging stations from Blink Charging Co., Siemens Industry Inc., and Rexel USA Energy Solutions in contracts totaling $260 million.
US Postal Service will purchase charging stations from Blink Charging Co., Siemens Industry Inc., and Rexel USA Energy Solutions in contracts totaling $260 million.
Looking to buy an electric vehicle? Edmunds says these are the most affordable
The push for new, appealing electric vehicles has gained considerable momentum recently.
The push for new, appealing electric vehicles has gained considerable momentum recently.
Hyundai recalls 65,000 cars over possible exploding seatbelt pretensioners
A seat belt pretensioner is a part of the seat belt system that locks the seat belt in place during a crash.
A seat belt pretensioner is a part of the seat belt system that locks the seat belt in place during a crash.
Study finds General Motors and Tesla have the most loyal customers
A study of 11.7 million automobile sales found General Motors and Tesla had the highest percentages of loyal customers during the 2022 calendar year.
A study of 11.7 million automobile sales found General Motors and Tesla had the highest percentages of loyal customers during the 2022 calendar year.