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.

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.

3 men killed in Greyhound bus crash in southern Illinois identified

Passengers from New Jersey, Arizona and Illinois were killed when a Greyhound bus slammed into three tractor-trailers parked along an exit ramp near St. Louis, a coroner said Thursday.

These updated astrovans will carry Artemis crews to the launch pad

The arrival of the new vehicles furthers NASA's goal of returning astronauts to the moon under the Artemis program paving the way for more missions to space.

ADOT replaces worn out rubberized asphalt with specialized concrete smoothing process

The Arizona Department of Transportation is replacing older, worn out sections of rubberized asphalt across several Valley freeways by diamond grading, which creates a lighter, smoother surface and reduces tire noise.

Waymo expands driverless rideshare service - here's where you can use it

Now, Waymo One riders will be able to access an extra 45 square miles of the Valley. The expansion reaches further north to uptown Phoenix and the Gainey Ranch area and as far south as South Mountain Village.

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Starting July 7, riders can now get an autonomous vehicle further north and south of Phoenix. Some Valley landmarks that will now be served by the expansion include Camelback Mountain, McCormick Ranch, and the Farm at South Mountain.

Drainage system fixed along I-17 in flood prone areas in Phoenix

A drainage system on I-17 in Phoenix in a spot that commonly becomes flooded during stormy periods, like monsoon season, has been replaced. Work on the new system began in the spring of 2020 and its cost was $38 million.

Passengers see fewer flight cancellations, delays for July 4th weekend

One of the biggest concerns was whether 5G signals would interfere with aircraft equipment that's critical when planes land in low visibility.

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.

Amtrak train derailment: Crews work to clear tracks in Moorpark

An Amtrak train carrying 198 passengers derailed Wednesday after striking a water truck on the tracks in Moorpark; 15 people were injured.

Yamaha will stop making snowmobiles after 50+ years

The company announced Wednesday, "it will be difficult to continue a sustainable business in the snowmobile market."

Gov. Newsom signs interim budget on BART, vowing to give public transit $5.1 billion

Standing at the North Concord/Martinez BART station, Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday announced the new state budget proposal includes over $5 billion for public transit statewide, possibly giving a much-needed boost to the cash-strapped BART. 

United CEO Scott Kirby slams FAA for flight cancellations, delays

The head of United Airlines lambasted the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) claiming that air traffic control staffing problems led to flight disruptions in the New York City area over the weekend.