Denso Plans $3.3 Billion Investment to Expand Automotive Chip Production

Aerial view of Denso’s industrial facility featuring extensive rooftop solar panels and landscaped grounds

Japanese automotive supplier Denso is investing heavily in semiconductor technology as vehicles become increasingly dependent on electronics, software, and advanced driver-assistance systems. The company announced plans to invest approximately 500 billion yen, equivalent to $3.3…

Thailand Floods Disrupt Auto Parts Supply Chains, Affecting Toyota and Isuzu

Isuzu D-Max Blade pickup parked on rugged terrain, showcasing off-road styling and capability

Thailand’s automotive industry is facing fresh supply-chain pressure after severe flooding forced automotive parts suppliers to suspend operations and disrupted deliveries to major vehicle manufacturers. The disruption has affected companies including Toyota, Isuzu, Ford, Nissan,…

Stellantis Partners With Wayve to Accelerate AI Driving Technology Across Its Brands

Wayve autonomous driving technology showcased through a white van and electric SUV

Stellantis is turning to artificial intelligence to accelerate the development of advanced driver-assistance systems, partnering with British autonomous-driving startup Wayve to reduce engineering costs and shorten the time needed to bring new driving features to…

Gabriel India and Forvia Join Forces to Develop Advanced Automotive Seating Systems

Industrial robotic arm operating inside Gabriel’s automated automotive manufacturing facility

Gabriel India has joined forces with French automotive technology supplier Forvia to develop and manufacture advanced seating systems for the Indian automotive market, marking a strategic expansion beyond Gabriel’s traditional suspension and ride-control business. The…

NHTSA Overview of Motor Vehicle Traffic Crashes, 2024 Final FARS Data

Cars crash on a busy running highway

Motor vehicle crashes remain a major public safety concern across the United States, affecting drivers, passengers, pedestrians, motorcyclists, and cyclists. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s 2024 crash data provides a detailed picture of traffic…

13 Vehicles Under Federal Engine-Failure Investigation, By Units Covered

Chevrolet Tahoe and Chevrolet Suburban

Federal regulators are examining engine-failure complaints involving 13 vehicles from General Motors and Honda, covering millions of vehicles across two separate investigations. The cases involve engines that can lose power or suffer internal damage, raising…

14 Cars With the Shortest Braking Distance Ever Tested, By Feet From 70 MPH

Dodge Viper ACR, Porsche 911 GT3 RS, and Chevrolet Corvette Z06

Stopping from 70 mph sounds simple until the numbers get serious. The best-performing cars in Car and Driver’s all-time braking tests can shed speed with astonishing force, with the top 14 needing only 127 to…

5 Cars Where Remote Start Stays Free and 5 Behind a Subscription

Nissan Kicks parked on an open roadway beneath a bright, cloudy sky

Remote start has shifted from a simple key-fob convenience to a connected-car feature that relies on smartphone apps, cellular networks, and recurring fees. Two vehicles can both advertise remote start while offering very different ownership…

12 Driver Assistance Systems Ranked on Safeguards, By IIHS Grade

A BMW M8 is standning on a race track on a sunny day

Driver assistance technology has changed how modern cars handle highway travel, traffic jams, lane keeping, and emergency situations. These systems can reduce driver workload, but they do not replace an attentive person behind the wheel.…

6 Cars Whose Used Prices Soared During the Chip Shortage

Ford Bronco parked on desert dunes, showcasing rugged off-road styling and capability

The global chip shortage turned the U.S. used-car market upside down. As automakers struggled to build enough new vehicles, buyers increasingly turned to used inventory, pushing prices far beyond normal depreciation patterns. In some cases,…