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fromFuturism
49 minutes ago

Tesla Drivers Losing Patience at Elon Musk's Eternal Excuses

Tesla's self-driving promises remain unfulfilled, leading to lawsuits from frustrated owners over misleading claims and high costs of the software.
fromsfist.com
2 months ago
California

Tesla Agrees to Stop Using the Term Autopilot' in California to Avoid 30-Day Sales Suspension

Gadgets
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Tesla Kills Autopilot After Storm of Criticism, Paywalls Basic Features

Tesla removed Autopilot in the US and Canada and paywalled advanced driver-assist features for $99/month amid regulatory, legal, and financial pressures.
US news
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Tesla hit with another wrongful death suit over its electronic door handles

Electronic flush-mounted Tesla door handles have trapped occupants after crashes, linked to multiple deaths and subject to lawsuits and federal safety investigation.
Toronto startup
fromFuturism
49 minutes ago

Tesla Drivers Losing Patience at Elon Musk's Eternal Excuses

Tesla's self-driving promises remain unfulfilled, leading to lawsuits from frustrated owners over misleading claims and high costs of the software.
Cars
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

NHTSA closes probe into Tesla's remote parking crashes

NHTSA closed its investigation into Tesla's remote parking features after finding minor issues in low-speed incidents.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 weeks ago

Tesla's 'ASS' Is Safe As Feds End Probe Into Remote Control Feature

Tesla's Actual Smart Summon feature is cleared by NHTSA after a probe found low severity and frequency of reported crashes.
fromsfist.com
2 months ago
California

Tesla Agrees to Stop Using the Term Autopilot' in California to Avoid 30-Day Sales Suspension

#ford
Cars
fromFortune
19 hours ago

Ford's CEO says Tesla doesn't have an 'updated vehicle,' and now he's pivoting to catch up with his real competitor: China's BYD | Fortune

Ford CEO Jim Farley is focusing on Chinese EV competitors like Xiaomi and BYD to improve Ford's offerings.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
17 hours ago

Ford Say It's Doubling Down On What EVs Lack Most: Affordability

Ford remains committed to EV production, focusing on affordability and competing with China's costs despite industry challenges.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago
Cars

Ford recalls 144,000 F-150s in Canada due to gearshift issue | CBC News

Ford is recalling 144,000 F-150s in Canada due to gearshift issues affecting driver control.
Cars
fromFortune
19 hours ago

Ford's CEO says Tesla doesn't have an 'updated vehicle,' and now he's pivoting to catch up with his real competitor: China's BYD | Fortune

Ford CEO Jim Farley is focusing on Chinese EV competitors like Xiaomi and BYD to improve Ford's offerings.
Cars
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Ford's Staggering 19.5 Million Vehicle Recalls

Ford recalled 19.5 million vehicles, significantly more than any other car company, impacting sales and costing the company billions.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
17 hours ago

Ford Say It's Doubling Down On What EVs Lack Most: Affordability

Ford remains committed to EV production, focusing on affordability and competing with China's costs despite industry challenges.
Cars
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Ford recalls 144,000 F-150s in Canada due to gearshift issue | CBC News

Ford is recalling 144,000 F-150s in Canada due to gearshift issues affecting driver control.
#electric-vehicles
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago
Alternative transportation

The End of Range Anxiety? This New Modular Engine Swaps Into EVs To Boost Range Significantly

Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

Electric pickups were supposed to be the future. Now they're stalling.

Interest in electric pickup trucks is declining sharply, with sales dropping significantly across major brands.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

China to ban hidden car door handles on all EVs over crash safety concerns

China will require mechanical inside and outside door releases on new cars, banning concealed flush door handles from 1 January to improve vehicle safety.
Alternative transportation
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

The End of Range Anxiety? This New Modular Engine Swaps Into EVs To Boost Range Significantly

Renault and Geely's Horse Powertrain has developed the X-Range C15 Direct Drive, an all-in-one solution to convert EVs into hybrids or EREVs.
Europe news
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

High Gas Prices Are Boosting EV Sales Around The World. Will The U.S. Be Left Out?

High gas prices are driving global EV sales, with record growth in Europe and Asia, while U.S. sales face challenges from reduced automaker plans.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
6 days ago

5 Takeaways From Q1's EV Sales In The U.S.

U.S. electric car sales fell 27% in Q1 2026, indicating a challenging start for the EV market amid changing policies and consumer interest.
Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

Electric pickups were supposed to be the future. Now they're stalling.

Interest in electric pickup trucks is declining sharply, with sales dropping significantly across major brands.
Boston
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

The driver and passenger of the SUV suffered minor injuries, police say | CBC News

A motorcycle collision with an SUV in Hamilton resulted in one man's death and left two others with minor injuries.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Teen on electric motorcycle hits 81-year-old, leaves him fighting for his life, authorities say

A 14-year-old boy was arrested for hitting an 81-year-old pedestrian with an electric motorcycle and fleeing the scene.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Nearly 160,000 uninsured cars seized on UK roads

Nearly 160,000 uninsured cars were seized in the UK last year, the highest in 17 years, with Birmingham being a major hotspot.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Casely has reannounced a power bank recall from 2025 following a fatality

Casely recalled over 429,000 Power Pods due to overheating batteries, resulting in injuries and a death.
Cars
fromABC7 Los Angeles
13 hours ago

Expert gives advice for buying pre-owned electric vehicles

Buying pre-owned electric vehicles can offer significant savings and peace of mind with warranties and battery condition assessments.
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
3 days ago

This car company just patented a toilet under your seat

A Chinese automaker has patented a compact in-car toilet designed for long journeys and camping, featuring a slide-out mechanism and advanced waste management system.
Canada news
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Steam cleaners sold at Walmart and Target recalled after 161 people suffered burn injuries

Bissell has recalled 1.7 million Steam Shot products due to burn hazards from attachments.
Alternative transportation
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

Car Companies Have Way Too Many Batteries. They Have A Solution, But It Isn't Easy

Automakers are redirecting excess battery capacity from electric vehicles to stationary energy storage systems due to lower-than-expected EV demand.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
16 hours ago

What EV Slowdown? Used Electric Car Sales Hit A Record High In March

Used EV sales surged to nearly 43,000 in March, marking a record high despite the end of EV tax credits.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Jaguar EV owners frightened to drive their cars after fire safety warnings issued

Jaguar EV owners face fire safety risks due to thermal overload in batteries, affecting over 26,000 vehicles in the UK.
Privacy professionals
fromTechzine Global
4 weeks ago

Mazda investigates data breach following vulnerability in internal IT system

Mazda experienced a security incident leading to unauthorized access of employee and partner data, prompting enhanced security measures.
Toronto startup
frominsideevs.com
3 weeks ago

'Unless Things Change, We Will Not Survive': Even Toyota Doesn't Feel Safe Right Now

Toyota's CEO warns suppliers to adapt or face survival challenges in the competitive automotive industry.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
5 days ago

Building EVs And Gas Cars On The Same Chassis Was Never Going To Work. This One Photo Proves It.

BMW's i4, i5, and i7 are impressive despite shared underpinnings with gas models, showcasing the limitations of their design compared to dedicated electric platforms.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

At least 11 people killed in fire at South Korean car parts factory

The fire spread so quickly that by the time firefighters arrived, workers had already started jumping out of windows to escape the flames.
Los Angeles
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

US jobs too important to risk Chinese car imports, says Ford CEO

"First of all, the Chinese have huge direct support for their auto companies. They have enough capacity in China to cover all the manufacturing, all the vehicle sales in the United States."
Cars
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frominsideevs.com
6 days ago

'We Should Not Let Them Into Our Country': Ford CEO On Chinese EVs

Allowing Chinese EVs into the U.S. could devastate American manufacturing and pose cyber risks.
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago

How Can I Tell If A Car Is Reliable? An Honest Guide

Reliability is broadly defined by how often your car experiences unscheduled failures or malfunctions. A car that is more likely to experience failures is considered unreliable, whereas one that can go for 150,000 miles with nothing but regular maintenance would be considered reliable.
Cars
#vehicle-safety-recall
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Toronto startup

Hyundai recalls thousands of 2026 Palisade SUVs, halts some sales after death of toddler in Ohio | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Toronto startup

Hyundai recalls thousands of 2026 Palisade SUVs, halts some sales after death of toddler in Ohio | CBC News

Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago

Car Buyers Don't Like Subscriptions. Car Companies Are Pushing Them For Driver-Assistance Tech Anyway.

Automakers are increasingly offering partial automation features through subscription models, despite consumer fatigue with ongoing payments.
#mercedes-benz
Cars
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

Mercedes-Benz recalls some G-Wagon EVs due to risk of wheels falling off

Mercedes-Benz recalled 2025 G580 models due to potential wheel bolt issues affecting safety during off-roading.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 weeks ago

Mercedes Recalls Over 3,500 G-Class EVs Over Loose Wheel Bolts

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 3,734 G-Class electric SUVs due to potential loosening wheel bolts that may cause wheels to fall off.
Cars
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

Mercedes-Benz recalls some G-Wagon EVs due to risk of wheels falling off

Mercedes-Benz recalled 2025 G580 models due to potential wheel bolt issues affecting safety during off-roading.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 weeks ago

Mercedes Recalls Over 3,500 G-Class EVs Over Loose Wheel Bolts

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 3,734 G-Class electric SUVs due to potential loosening wheel bolts that may cause wheels to fall off.
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Oakland man's death caused by 'exploding airbag debris,' coroner rules

HAYWARD - A popular karaoke jockey and Oakland resident died when the airbag in his vehicle exploded, causing a metal cap and other shrapnel to rip through his head, in what was only latest fatality linked to the aftermarket products, according to public records.
California
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Back seats aren't as safe as they should be. A crash test is trying to help

For three decades, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has been smashing vehicles with an adult-sized dummy sitting in the front seat, simulating a type of head-on collision where two vehicles are slightly offset. It's always been a challenging test, above and beyond the minimum standards that car companies are legally required to meet. The IIHS conducts tests and independently awards safety ratings that are meant to reward companies for superior safety, well exceeding minimum standards.
US news
#vehicle-safety
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Hyundai recalls some Canadian vehicles due to seatbelt issue | CBC News

A seatbelt status indicator that doesn't work correctly could create confusion. Not wearing a seatbelt increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Cars
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frominsideevs.com
2 weeks ago

Lucid Recalls Thousands Of Gravity SUVs Over Rear Seatbelt Issue

Lucid is recalling over 4,000 Gravity SUVs due to potentially dangerous issues with rear seatbelt anchors that may not be secured properly.
#lucid-motors
Cars
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs over seat belt defect

Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs due to improperly welded seat belt anchors, posing safety risks during collisions.
Cars
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs over seat belt defect

Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs due to improperly welded seat belt anchors, posing safety risks during collisions.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

China bans hidden car door handles, which can trap people after crashes

China has become the first nation to require a change to make it easier to rescue people from car crashes: Car doors must be able to open from either side mechanically, like by lifting a handle. The rules, which go into effect in 2027, follow international scrutiny of a futuristic design first popularized by Tesla, but adopted by many other automakers, in which door handles are electrically powered and hidden.
US news
Cars
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Why hands-free systems in self-driving cars aren't actually safer, according to the NTSB | Fortune

Driver assistance systems are convenient but do not enhance safety, leading to increased driver distraction and reliance on technology.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 weeks ago

Jeep Recalls Over 11,000 Wagoneer S EVs Over Liftgate Issue

Jeep is recalling nearly 12,000 Wagoneer S electric crossovers due to potential rear liftgate hinge cover issues.
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

Park a Tesla In This Company's Lot and You Might Get a Ticket - Or Worse

At Stellantis headquarters, driving a company car gets you the best parking spots - but driving anything else can get you the boot. When the Jeep parent company ordered employees back to the office five days a week at its Auburn Hills, Michigan campus, workers discovered that parking a Tesla or Hyundai in a spot reserved for Stellantis vehicles could earn them a ticket from security.
Cars
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Lawsuit against Tesla reveals harrowing 911 call as driver trapped in burning car

A Tesla Model Y crash trapped driver Samuel Tremblett due to inoperable electric door handles, causing fatal thermal injuries after the car burst into flames.
Cars
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

This Ford recall involves a feature you probably rely on every day

Ford recalls 254,640 vehicles due to potential rearview camera image issues affecting advanced driver assistance features.
#tesla-full-self-driving
Cars
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Tesla's Full Self-Driving is on the cusp of a recall

NHTSA is investigating Tesla's Full Self-Driving degradation detection system for failing to alert drivers during poor visibility conditions, potentially leading to a recall.
Cars
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Feds intensify investigation into Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software | TechCrunch

NHTSA upgraded its Tesla Full Self-Driving investigation to engineering analysis, the highest scrutiny level, over low-visibility performance failures including a pedestrian death.
Cars
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Tesla's Full Self-Driving is on the cusp of a recall

NHTSA is investigating Tesla's Full Self-Driving degradation detection system for failing to alert drivers during poor visibility conditions, potentially leading to a recall.
Cars
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Feds intensify investigation into Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software | TechCrunch

NHTSA upgraded its Tesla Full Self-Driving investigation to engineering analysis, the highest scrutiny level, over low-visibility performance failures including a pedestrian death.
#vehicle-recall
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fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Honda scraps 3 EVs planned for the US, blaming tariffs and Chinese competition | TechCrunch

Honda canceled three U.S. electric vehicles due to Trump's tariffs, Chinese EV competition, and slowing market growth, shifting focus to hybrid models instead.
Cars
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Baby locked in Bay Area family's Cadillac EV after sudden 'faulty battery' shuts car down

A Cadillac Lyriq EV malfunctioned and trapped an infant inside for 30 minutes when all unlock methods failed, including key fobs and the mobile app.
Cars
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Ford's Success Battered By 615,000 Recall

Ford faces persistent quality control failures evidenced by recurring massive recalls affecting hundreds of thousands of vehicles across multiple model years and recent production dates.
Cars
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Own a Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Ram? You may be under a stop-drive warning

Stellantis issued a 'do not drive' warning for 225,000 U.S. vehicles (2003–2016) until defective Takata airbag inflators are replaced.
Cars
fromFast Company
2 months ago

A hidden flaw is prompting Nissan to recall thousands of newer vehicles

Nissan is recalling 26,432 2025-2026 vehicles because improperly welded door strikers can break and potentially cause doors to open while driving.
Cars
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Ford is recalling 4.3 million trucks and SUVs to fix a towing software bug

Ford issued 152 safety recalls last year affecting 13 million vehicles, more than double GM's previous record, while a new recall affects 4.4 million vehicles due to integrated trailer module software vulnerability.
fromwww.thelocal.de
1 month ago

Germany orders worldwide recall of BMWs over fire risk

Some 337,000 cars, 29,000 of them in Germany, covering five different models are "potentially concerned" by the safety issue, which concerns incorrect routing of the dashboard wiring, said the KBA. The recall concerns the i5, 5, M5, i7 and 7 models built between June 2022 and December 2025.
Cars
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

What happens to a car when the company behind its software goes under?

As vehicles become platforms for software and subscriptions, their longevity is increasingly tied to the survival of the companies behind their code. When those companies fail, the consequences ripple far beyond a bad app update and into the basic question of whether a car still functions as a car. Over the years, automotive software has expanded from performing rudimentary engine management and onboard diagnostics to powering today's interconnected, software-defined vehicles.
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frominsideevs.com
2 months ago

China's Next Safety Target May Be Yoke Steering Wheels

China's MIIT draft safety standard will likely ban yoke steering wheels in new passenger cars from 2027 due to airbag and impact-test failures.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

The Most Affordable Car Brands You Can Actually Rely On

When shopping for a vehicle, most buyers are looking for more than just a good deal. A vehicle purchase isn't worth it to them without peace of mind. While style, technology, and performance all play a role, affordability and reliability consistently rise to the top of the priority list. A car that's reasonably priced but frequently in the shop quickly becomes an expensive headache. Drivers know that long-term dependability is just as important as the sticker price.
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fromThe Oaklandside
2 months ago

A Cybertruck door latch failed as an Oakland dad drove his infant onto a highway

As they headed toward Highway 24 from Camino Pablo, their child was strapped into her car seat, looking sleepy. Then, in a fraction of a second, something frightening happened. As Shah turned the car onto the horseshoe curve of the ramp, he said, the back passenger door next to their baby swung open violently, all 60 pounds of it, much of it "ultra-hard" stainless steel. Shah and his wife screamed out in shock, and Shah immediately pulled onto the shoulder to see what had happened.
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fromTESLARATI
2 months ago

Tesla-inspired door handles prohibited under China's new safety standard

China will ban hidden and electrically actuated EV door handles, requiring mechanical exterior and independent interior release handles effective January 1, 2027.
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Honda vehicles used to proactively report road safety issues in nation-first pilot

Honda and DriveOhio have teamed up on a new road safety initiative in which Honda vehicles are being used to collect real-time data that can advise about potential issues and road deficiencies before they become a problem. Honda's Proactive Roadway Maintenance System, which has been in prototyping since 2021, uses "advanced vision and LiDAR sensors" to identify issues such as worn or obstructed road signs, damaged guardrails, rough roads and emerging potholes.
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