Automakers that pushed back EV goals and plans in 2024
Consumers' interest in EVs is rising at a slower rate than previously projected, which prompted several leading automakers to adjust their EV goals and production plans in 2024.
These 5 auto recalls affected the largest number of vehicles in 2024
The five recalls with the largest potentially affected vehicle populations this year came from four different automakers: Tesla, Ford, Honda and FCA US.
Ford hit with $165M penalty from NHTSA, second-highest in agency's history
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration hit Ford with the second-largest civil penalty in its history, saying the automaker failed to recall vehicles in a timely manner.
Ford, veterans groups partner to hold Bronco Off-Roadeo for vets and their families
Ford partnered with several veterans groups to host vets, their families and survivors for a Bronco Off-Roadeo event where they drove off-road and built connections.
Auto Workers for Trump leader addresses Michigan rally after Ford Motors announces layoffs ahead of holidays
The founder of Auto Workers for Trump 2024 discussed the recent layoffs at Ford Motors as the former president made his latest appeal to voters in Michigan.
Ford recalls pickup trucks over potential rearview camera issue
Ford is recalling nearly 25,000 trucks because of an problem that could make the rearview camera system malfunction. The recalled vehicles are 2023-2024 F-250, F-350 and F-450 trucks.
Ford to pause production of F-150 Lightning pickup
Ford said it will temporarily pause production of the electric F-150 Lightning for several weeks amid sluggish consumer demand for EVs as the company continues to reassess EV plans.
Ford recalls 144,500 Maverick trucks due to rearview camera display issue
Ford is recalling about 144,500 of its Maverick pickup trucks over concerns that the rearview camera display could show a frozen image while backing up.
Ford recalls over 90K vehicles in response to risk of engine intake valve breaking
There is a recall of roughly 90,700 Ford and Lincoln vehicles that the report says, "may contain intake valves that have a propensity to crack and break."
Ford walks back 'woke' DEI policies, joining growing list of US companies
Ford Motor Company says it has made some changes to its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies, becoming the latest U.S. firm to back away from "woke" initiatives.
Ford cancels plans for electric three-row SUV
Ford on Wednesday said it will not produce its planned electric three-row SUV and instead “now plans to leverage hybrid technologies for its next three-row SUVs."
Ford, Mazda issue 'do not drive' advisory for 457,000 vehicles
Ford and Mazda on Tuesday instructed owners of some vehicles not to drive their cars due to them still having potentially-dangerous airbags installed.
Ford unveils new Mustang, Bronco-inspired electric bikes
Ford has announced the release of two new electric bikes inspired by its Bronco and Mustang vehicles that are available for purchase now with deliveries expected later in 2024.
Tens of millions of air bag inflators pose safety risk, possible recall looming: US auto safety regulators
U.S. safety regulators say about 50 million unsafe air bags are in cars being driven around by Americans, and are considering a recall impacting 13 auto manufacturers.
Ford unveils new Lobo variant of Maverick light truck
Ford unveiled the Lobo variant of the new 2025 Ford Maverick that's designed as a performance street truck which features a lower ride and torque vectoring for closed course driving.
Redesigned 2025 Ford Maverick: See the latest look
Ford Motor Company said Wednesday it's upgrading its popular Maverick pickup truck with a slew of technology and other features for the upcoming 2025 model.
GM, Ford may see profit hit amid cooling EV demand, US dealer software problems
GM and Ford may post smaller quarterly profits this week after slowing consumer demand for EVs and a cyberattack on a critical software system used by dealerships disrupted sales.
Ford recalls more than 30K Mustangs due to steering issue
More than 30,700 Ford Mustangs are being recalled in response to a problem that could cause unintentional turning of their steering wheels.
Ford honors veterans, military community with special Bronco Off-Roadeo event
Ford partnered with Blue Star Families to host 150 veterans, survivors and their families from several military and veterans groups at a special "Bronco Off-Roadeo" event in Texas.
Ford recalls 668K F-150 pickup trucks over unexpected downshift issue
Ford announced a recall for 2014 model year F-150 pickup to address a transmission issue that may cause the trucks to unexpectedly downshift into first gear and cause a loss of control.