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Hyundai is recalling more than 61,000 Palisade SUVs in the U.S. over a power seat defect that has been linked to a child's death. A remedy is under development.

Uber plans to purchase 10,000 Rivian R2 robotaxis with the option for 40,000 more as the companies target a 2028 launch for autonomous ride-hailing service.

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act created a temporary car loan interest deduction for American-made vehicles through 2028, which requires final assembly in the U.S. and VIN verification.

The FTC issued a warning to 97 auto dealers nationwide to stop misleading consumers with hidden fees and deceptive pricing that inflate costs beyond advertised prices.

Volkswagen recalled nearly 50,000 Jetta vehicles over an engine fire risk from loose transmission ground wire. Six incidents haver been reported, including fires.

A Texas woman is suing Tesla after her Cybertruck allegedly in self-driving mode crashed into an overpass barrier. Video shows the crash unfold as her baby sat in the backseat unharmed.

A new report citing school officials says that electric school buses demand significantly higher operating costs than their traditional diesel counterparts.

Honda shifts U.S. strategy from electric vehicles to hybrids as consumer demand weakens, canceling three planned EV models including Honda 0 Series lineup.

Hyundai halted sales of certain 2026 Palisade SUVs and plans a recall over power-folding seats that may not detect occupants or objects.

General Motors recalled more than 17,000 Buick Regal vehicles due to a rear toe link fracture that could cause drivers to lose control and crash.

Toyota Motor Co. is recalling 550,007 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles from model years 2021-2024 because of seat-back problems.

Ford is recalling 35,772 model year 2025-2026 Explorer SUVs due to headlight issues and 47,804 model year 2025 vehicles over a faulty engine gas recirculation valve.

Ford is recalling 1.74 million vehicles over software issues causing rearview display failures. Bronco, Edge, Escape owners affected by display problems.

Ford's aggressive recall strategy targets safety issues before major incidents. All models but one affected since 2020, including Bronco, Explorer and F-150 Lightning.

Ford CEO Jim Farley and wife Lia gifted Pope Leo XIV a customized Explorer SUV during a private Vatican audience on Feb. 28, featuring Chicago-themed details and a hybrid powertrain.

A major survey of 11,000 Americans reveals Ford as the "most American" brand, beating Coca-Cola, McDonald's and Apple across political and economic divides.

Insurance giant Allstate is facing a privacy lawsuit for allegedly using cellphone tracking data to deny coverage and increase rates for drivers nationwide.

Ford recalls over 615,000 US vehicles for a wiper motor defect affecting Explorer and Escape SUVs and a separate driveshaft issue, regulators said.

State Farm Mutual announced it will distribute $5 billion dividend to customers across 49 million vehicles due to lower collision rates and reduced auto repair costs.