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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it had received reports that certain F-150 pickup trucks faced unexpected transmission downshifts.

Stellantis shares plunged after announcing a massive writedown, raising questions about whether EV struggles stem from market issues or vehicle appeal.

Chrysler recalled more than 450,000 vehicles and more than 2,000 tow-trailer modules due to a brake light failure that could raise the risk of a crash.

China bans electronic door handles starting 2027, requiring mechanical releases after safety incidents left passengers trapped inside vehicles.

Top officials from Waymo and Tesla are en route to the Capitol on Wednesday as lawmakers contemplate future regulation of the self-driving car industry.

Federal investigators are probing the Mazda CX-90 after a 2-24 recall failed to fix "sticky steering" issues, the NHTSA announced Friday.

Toyota recalls over 161,000 Tundra trucks due to software defect possibly preventing rearview camera display, increasing crash risk, according to federal regulators.

New car prices average $48,422 in April 2025, pricing out Americans who turn to used cars as luxury buyers make up 19.2% of new car purchases, according to an industry expert.

Hyundai recalls hundreds of thousands of Palisade SUVs over faulty airbags that may not deploy properly in crashes, putting drivers and passengers at risk.

Nearly one million vehicles have defective child seat anchors that could put kids at risk. LATCH system recalls affect multiple brands nationwide.

General Motors invests tens of millions of dollars into a Kansas plant to boost worker wages and skills ahead of three major vehicle launches this year.

GM takes massive $7.2B charge to realign electric vehicle strategy following Trump administration policy changes and declining consumer demand for EVs.

Volkswagen recalls over 44,000 ID.4 electric SUVs due to fire risk from overheating batteries. Owners are urgently advised to park outside after charging.

Nissan had announced a voluntary recall for 26,432 vehicles to fix an issue with door components that could cause the door to unintentionally open while driving or during a crash.

Winter weather traffic crashes affect thousands of drivers each year. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration offers tips on how to stay safe on the roads.

Ford recalled over 116,000 vehicles due to an engine block heater fire risk. Focus, Escape and MKC models were included. At least 12 fires have been reported with no injuries.

Trump administration officials are pushing for lower car prices through fuel economy rollbacks, targeting Biden-era emissions rules during Midwest auto tour.

Over 80,000 Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles from model years 2025-2026 are being recalled due to defective pedestrian alert sound systems that may not meet federal safety requirements.

Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg slammed Trump over a reported obscene gesture at a Ford factory, calling it part of a pattern against autoworkers.