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Feds Probe Potential Fire Risks in Hundreds of Thousands of Jeeps

Feds Probe Potential Fire Risks in Hundreds of Thousands of Jeeps

NHTSA has received multiple reports of underhood fires starting with the ignition off.
By Anthony Alaniz 1m ago
Concerning: 25 Percent of Steel Bridges in the US Could Collapse by 2050

Concerning: 25 Percent of Steel Bridges in the US Could Collapse by 2050

Engineers and scientists say age and extreme weather are taking a toll, and time is running out to replace them.
By Christopher Smith 1h ago
Toyota Criticized After Poor Crash Test Result

Toyota Criticized After Poor Crash Test Result

The Raize small crossover is sold in Indonesia with only two standard airbags.
By Adrian Padeanu Sep 4 2024
This Lucid Air Sapphire Is the Fastest Armored Car in the World

This Lucid Air Sapphire Is the Fastest Armored Car in the World

And it costs a whopping $475,000.
By Jeff Perez Aug 28 2024
Ford Tells Owners Not To Drive 765,000 Cars, Including Mustang and Ford GT

Ford Tells Owners Not To Drive 765,000 Cars, Including Mustang and Ford GT

Mazda also issued an advisory for 83,000 cars, all related to the Takata airbag scandal.
By Christopher Smith Aug 13 2024
It's Working: Hyundai, Kia Thefts Are Way Down Since Software Fix

It's Working: Hyundai, Kia Thefts Are Way Down Since Software Fix

The update launched in February 2023, and it's now available for approximately 24 models going back to 2011.
By Christopher Smith Aug 12 2024
Two GR Corollas Burned Down. Toyota Won’t Honor the Warranties

Two GR Corollas Burned Down. Toyota Won’t Honor the Warranties

Two owners lost their cars to fire and both received weird letters denying warranty coverage.
By Christopher Smith Aug 7 2024
DOT Investigating One Million Dodge Journeys That Could Trap People Inside

DOT Investigating One Million Dodge Journeys That Could Trap People Inside

Sadly, one person died when they couldn't escape a vehicle fire.
By Christopher Smith Aug 2 2024
Toyota Will Replace 100,000 Faulty Engines in the Tundra and Lexus LX

Toyota Will Replace 100,000 Faulty Engines in the Tundra and Lexus LX

A recall from May 2024 stated the engines could fail. The only fix is a new engine.
By Christopher Smith Jul 25 2024
No Driver? No Problem. These Toyota Supras are Programed to Drift

No Driver? No Problem. These Toyota Supras are Programed to Drift

Future crash avoidance systems could include the skills of a pro-level drifter.
By Anthony Alaniz Jul 24 2024
IIHS: Every Car Should Have Rear Automatic Emergency Braking

IIHS: Every Car Should Have Rear Automatic Emergency Braking

Seven small SUVs performed well in the institute’s recent rear crash prevention evaluation.
By Anthony Alaniz Jul 18 2024
A Screen Inside a Steering Wheel Is Now Possible, Unfortunately

A Screen Inside a Steering Wheel Is Now Possible, Unfortunately

Oh good, another screen is exactly what cars need.
By Adrian Padeanu Jun 10 2024
Some Gigantic SUVs Aren't as Safe as You Think, Says IIHS Crash Tests

Some Gigantic SUVs Aren't as Safe as You Think, Says IIHS Crash Tests

The safety cage intruded into the passenger cabin down low during small overlap crashes.
By Christopher Smith Jun 9 2024
Toyota Halts Sales of Three JDM Models Over Crash Test Irregularities

Toyota Halts Sales of Three JDM Models Over Crash Test Irregularities

Four discontinued models are affected as well.
By Adrian Padeanu Jun 3 2024
Car Seat Foam Could Emit Cancer-Causing Chemicals, Study Says

Car Seat Foam Could Emit Cancer-Causing Chemicals, Study Says

The study found that 99 percent of cars have a carcinogenic flame-retardant chemical in the air.
By Christopher Smith May 8 2024
All New Cars Must Have Automatic Emergency Braking by 2029

All New Cars Must Have Automatic Emergency Braking by 2029

The NHTSA mandate could save 360 lives a year and prevent 24,000 injuries.
By Anthony Alaniz Apr 30 2024
Ford Fumbles Fuel Fire Fix, Feds Find

Ford Fumbles Fuel Fire Fix, Feds Find

A total of 42,652 Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs could have a leaking fuel injector, but the recall redirects leaking gas to the ground.
By Christopher Smith Apr 12 2024
Most Automakers Get Poor IIHS Rating for Driver Monitoring Systems

Most Automakers Get Poor IIHS Rating for Driver Monitoring Systems

A total of 14 systems were evaluated, and only three earned a marginal or acceptable rating.
By Christopher Smith Mar 12 2024
Here's The Best All-Season Tire You Can Buy Right Now

Here's The Best All-Season Tire You Can Buy Right Now

Michelin's CrossClimate 2 has been a dominating force for the last few years, but Pirelli and Continental are putting up a fight.
By Christopher Smith Mar 12 2024
NHTSA Investigating 250,000 Hondas Over Unintended Auto Emergency Braking

NHTSA Investigating 250,000 Hondas Over Unintended Auto Emergency Braking

There are 46 reported cases of Honda Passports and Insights suddenly braking for no reason.
By Christopher Smith Mar 11 2024
Automakers Risk Lower Safety Ratings If They Don't Bring Back Buttons

Automakers Risk Lower Safety Ratings If They Don't Bring Back Buttons

Finally, some common sense.
By Adrian Padeanu Mar 5 2024
Crash Testing Will Get Even Tougher In 2025, Says IIHS

Crash Testing Will Get Even Tougher In 2025, Says IIHS

There are big changes to the IIHS award criteria for 2024, too.
By Chris Bruce Feb 27 2024
Don't Trust Your Automatic Rear Braking System, Says AAA

Don't Trust Your Automatic Rear Braking System, Says AAA

Automakers say they're a safety assistant, not a guarantee.
By Christopher Smith Feb 16 2024
Guardrails Are No Match For Heavy Electric Vehicles, Testing Shows

Guardrails Are No Match For Heavy Electric Vehicles, Testing Shows

Watch the 7,000-pound Rivian R1T blast through the steel guardrail as if it wasn’t even there.
By Anthony Alaniz Feb 1 2024
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