Used cars now less affordable for buyers
Consumers have been facing affordability issues with used cars, something that used car dealer CarMax noted in its latest quarter earnings this week.
UAW strike threatens to drive up car prices
The United Auto Workers' ongoing strike against Ford, General Motors and Stellantis may drive a spike in the cost of new and used vehicles for consumers.
VW eyes job cuts at German plant on low e-car demand: report
Volkswagen is considering a staff reduction at its plant in the eastern German city of Zwickau due to low demand for electric vehicles, according to a report.
Gas prices dip after Labor Day: AAA
Gas prices decreased after Labor Day weekend, AAA reported. But the rising costs of car repairs and auto insurance are still a drag on motorists. Here’s what you can do.
JPMorgan warns auto strike will cut new vehicle production, driving used car prices higher
Analysts at JPMorgan said the looming United Auto Worker (UAW) strike at Ford, GM and Stellantis would slow new vehicle production and subsequently spike the value of used cars.
Biden doesn’t think autoworkers will strike, as deadline looms
President Biden said on Labor Day he does not think auto workers will go on strike if a new contract agreement is not reached by a looming deadline.
Kia announces recall after issue that could potentially trap people inside their vehicle was detected
Kia has announced a major recall after an issue was detected potentially causing people to accidentally trap themselves in their own vehicles.
Ford issues recall for 42,000 trucks over defect that may cause crashes
The Ford Motor Co. has issued a recall of nearly 42,000 Super Duty F-250 and F-350 trucks because the left rear axle shaft may break and increase the risk of accident.
Tesla's hidden 'Elon Mode' causes NHTSA regulators concerns over autopilot mode safety
The NHTSA has ordered Tesla to provide more information on its secret "Elon Mode."
DOJ, SEC investigate Tesla over secret glass house project
Elon Musk-led Tesla and its so-called "Project 42" are being looked into by authorities. Both the SDNY and the SEC have started looking into the project.
VinFast third most valuable automaker, shares up significantly since IPO
VinFast has hit a market capitalization that makes it the third most valuable among automakers thanks to a meteoric rise in the value of its stock since IPOing.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson sues automakers as car theft 'crisis' gets worse
The City of Chicago is suing Kia and Hyundai over their decision to not include “industry-standard engine immobilizers" in several models of vehicles.
Elon Musk's Tesla Cybertruck: 5 fast facts
Tesla CEO Elon Musk took his Cybertruck production candidate for a spin at the company's gigafactory in Texas this week as the automaker gets ready to take on rivals GM and Ford.
Cruise robotaxi crashes into firetruck in San Francisco
An autonomous vehicle from Cruise's robotaxi service and a fire truck got into a late-night wreck in San Francisco last week, according to both the police and the company.
Americans' choices for a new car that costs under $20k dwindle down to one
The Mitsubishi Mirage is the last vehicle that can be purchased in new condition for under $20,000, according to figures.
Tech-savvy thieves using Bluetooth to decide which cars are worth breaking into
The Livermore Police Department in California warned residents that tech-savvy thieves are searching for active Bluetooth devices that are left in cars as a rising "crime trend."
California DMV requests Cruise to halve driverless car fleet after collision with firetruck in San Francisco
A day after one of its driverless taxis collided with a firetruck in a San Francisco intersection, autonomous vehicle operator Cruise agreed to a request from California state regulators to cut in half the number of vehicles it was operating in the city.
Man forced to ditch Ford EV truck during family road trip to Chicago: ‘biggest scam of modern times’
A Canadian man is sharing his frustrating experience – and the expenses incurred – after he purchased a Ford F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck earlier this year.
Cadillac's Escalade IQ is its brand new $130,000 all-electric SUV
Cadillac unveiled its third EV — the Escalade IQ — as it works toward its goal of becoming fully electric by 2030. It is the first fully eclectic full-size SUV from Cadillac.
Buying a car? These tips will help you drive off the lot knowing you scored a good deal
A car may be one of the biggest purchases you’ll make this year. Don’t get taken for a ride. Before walking into a dealership, do your research and know what you're looking for.