US traffic death rate falls to lowest level since 2014
U.S. traffic deaths fell 2.5% to an estimated 16,750 in the first half of 2026, bringing the fatality rate to its lowest level since 2014, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
U.S. traffic deaths fell 2.5% to an estimated 16,750 in the first half of 2026, bringing the fatality rate to its lowest level since 2014, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Toyota’s tiny kei trucks are coming to the US. Here’s when.
Toyota plans to bring its tiny kei trucks to the U.S. in a limited rollout for fleet customers, with potential uses ranging from deliveries to farm work.
Toyota plans to bring its tiny kei trucks to the U.S. in a limited rollout for fleet customers, with potential uses ranging from deliveries to farm work.
635K Honda, Acura vehicles recalled over power steering failure risk; 1 injury reported
Honda is recalling more than a half-million vehicles, including its own Pilot SUV as well as two models sold under its upscale Acura brand, because of a power steering issue that has already resulted in at least one person being injured.
Honda is recalling more than a half-million vehicles, including its own Pilot SUV as well as two models sold under its upscale Acura brand, because of a power steering issue that has already resulted in at least one person being injured.
Over 1.2M Ford Explorers investigated over airbags deploying unexpectedly
The investigation impacts certain model Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2026, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The investigation impacts certain model Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2026, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
GM issues recalls for more than 80K vehicles over potential brake failure and steering defects
General Motors is recalling more than 80,000 vehicles because of potential braking and steering problems.
General Motors is recalling more than 80,000 vehicles because of potential braking and steering problems.
Jaguar recalls over 93K Range Rovers due to water pooling around rearview camera
Jaguar’s new recall involves 2022-2026MY Land Rover Range Rover vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2026, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Jaguar’s new recall involves 2022-2026MY Land Rover Range Rover vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2026, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Dashcam: Tesla driver claims he was asleep on self-driving before hitting CHP cruiser, injuring 2
The California Highway Patrol hopes that newly released dashcam video serves as a wake-up call for drivers who take dangerous chances with their automated driver assistance systems.
The California Highway Patrol hopes that newly released dashcam video serves as a wake-up call for drivers who take dangerous chances with their automated driver assistance systems.
Hyundai recalls more than 94,000 vehicles over fire risk
Hyundai is recalling 94,622 vehicles over a fire risk associated with the overheating of motors on powered front seats, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall report.
Hyundai is recalling 94,622 vehicles over a fire risk associated with the overheating of motors on powered front seats, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall report.
Mercedes recalls over 30,000 of its most expensive models
A new recall from Mercedes-Benz covers tens of thousands of the carmaker’s most expensive models, ones that would have likely sold for six-figure sums when new.
A new recall from Mercedes-Benz covers tens of thousands of the carmaker’s most expensive models, ones that would have likely sold for six-figure sums when new.
Those glaring headlights on the highway could be illegal soon, regulators say
If you’ve noticed a lot more glaring headlights on the highway in recent years, you’re not alone.
If you’ve noticed a lot more glaring headlights on the highway in recent years, you’re not alone.
Map: These states have suspended or reduced gas taxes
States across the country are taking steps to ease the impact of rising gas and diesel prices, including suspending or reducing fuel taxes and temporarily expanding access to tax-exempt diesel.
States across the country are taking steps to ease the impact of rising gas and diesel prices, including suspending or reducing fuel taxes and temporarily expanding access to tax-exempt diesel.
Trump eyes red-dyed diesel as fuel prices soar: What is it?
The White House is considering expanding sales of red-dyed diesel, a tax-exempt fuel typically used for farming and construction equipment, as diesel prices reach record levels.
The White House is considering expanding sales of red-dyed diesel, a tax-exempt fuel typically used for farming and construction equipment, as diesel prices reach record levels.
Over 11,000 Ford pickups recalled due to a possibly counterfeit component
Ford is recalling thousands of its 2026 Ranger pickup trucks over an issue with the backup cameras that may affect nearly half of them.
Ford is recalling thousands of its 2026 Ranger pickup trucks over an issue with the backup cameras that may affect nearly half of them.
Trump declares end to ‘EV mandate’ with new fuel economy standards
President Donald Trump has signed off on new fuel economy standards that he claims will end a Biden-era push for carmakers to build more electric vehicles.
President Donald Trump has signed off on new fuel economy standards that he claims will end a Biden-era push for carmakers to build more electric vehicles.
Volkswagen recalls 208,000 SUVs over bolts that could cause steering loss
Volkswagen Group of America is recalling more than 208,000 vehicles in the U.S. over a steering rack mounting bolt that can corrode and break, potentially causing a loss of steering control.
Volkswagen Group of America is recalling more than 208,000 vehicles in the U.S. over a steering rack mounting bolt that can corrode and break, potentially causing a loss of steering control.
Chrysler recalling over 200K Jeep SUV for a tire pressure issue
Chrysler’s new recall affects certain Jeep Cherokee and Wagoneer model vehicles manufactured between 2024 and 2026.
Chrysler’s new recall affects certain Jeep Cherokee and Wagoneer model vehicles manufactured between 2024 and 2026.
Ford to invest $1 billion in new Kentucky truck plant
Ford is investing $1 billion to build a new paint shop at its Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville.
Ford is investing $1 billion to build a new paint shop at its Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville.
Kenosha car show brings thousands to downtown businesses
Organizers said this year's Kenosha Classic Cruise-In saw record attendance and participants.
Organizers said this year's Kenosha Classic Cruise-In saw record attendance and participants.
Banned Chinese air bag part blamed for death in survivable crash
Another death has been reported from faulty Chinese airbag parts that are now banned in the U.S.
Another death has been reported from faulty Chinese airbag parts that are now banned in the U.S.
Ford recalls nearly 150,000 Mustangs over wiring issue
Nearly 150,000 Ford Mustangs have been recalled over concerns that a wiring issue could cause a wide variety of problems, ranging from headlights not operating to the car not being able to move.
Nearly 150,000 Ford Mustangs have been recalled over concerns that a wiring issue could cause a wide variety of problems, ranging from headlights not operating to the car not being able to move.