General Motors is facing fresh scrutiny over a safety problem affecting GMC Sierra 1500 pickups after federal regulators received reports that chrome upper grille deflectors continued to detach even after some trucks received a recall…
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10 Countries That Build the Most Cars
The global automotive industry reached a new production record in 2025, manufacturing 96.38 million motor vehicles worldwide, according to the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA). China maintained a commanding lead, while the United…
6 Pickups Then vs Now: How Much Bigger They Got
American pickups have changed dramatically since their earliest generations. What once counted as a compact work truck can look surprisingly small beside a modern model, with today’s pickups offering wider bodies, longer wheelbases, roomier cabins,…
6 Luxury Cars With Worse IIHS Headlight Ratings Than Cheap Cars
A luxury badge, a high purchase price, and sophisticated styling do not guarantee better nighttime visibility. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) demonstrated this in its 2016 headlight evaluations, when several luxury cars received…
6 Cars With 5 NHTSA Stars but Poor IIHS Results
A five-star safety rating sounds reassuring, but it does not mean a vehicle performs exceptionally in every safety evaluation. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) use…
6 Luxury Cars That Missed a 5-Star Euro NCAP Rating
Luxury cars are expected to deliver refined cabins, strong performance, and advanced technology, but premium badges do not guarantee a five-star Euro NCAP safety rating. Several upscale models have received four stars after testing revealed…
20 Cars Whose Drivers Die Least Often, By Deaths Per Million
A vehicle’s safety record involves more than crash-test scores, airbags, and driver-assistance technology. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s July 2026 analysis compared driver death rates using crash data from 2021 through 2024. Six configurations…
World Rally Championship Returns to the U.S. After Nearly 40 Years Away
The FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) is officially returning to the United States in 2027, bringing one of international motorsport’s most demanding competitions back to American roads for the first time since 1988. Scheduled for…
Honda and Toyota Lead U.S. Sedan Sales Revival as Buyers Seek Affordable Cars
American car buyers are giving traditional sedans renewed attention in 2026, even as SUVs and pickup trucks continue to dominate the new-vehicle market. Honda and Toyota are leading the shift, with their passenger-car lineups growing…
8 Charges That Are Pure Dealer Profit on a Lease
Leasing a car can keep monthly payments lower than financing a purchase, but the amount shown in an advertisement rarely tells the whole story. At the dealership, customers may encounter acquisition fees, documentation charges, optional…
10 Features Disappearing From Cars by 2029
The cars Americans buy over the next few years may look familiar, but the features inside them are changing quickly. Automakers are replacing physical controls with software-driven interfaces, adjusting powertrain lineups, and responding to new…
Chevy Raises Silverado HD Prices Up to $1,500 and the New Duramax Costs $11,400
Chevrolet has increased prices for its Silverado HD heavy-duty pickup trucks, with some models receiving price hikes of up to $1,500. The cost of the new Duramax diesel engine has also drawn attention, as the…
VW Tells 22,524 ID.4 Owners to Stop Charging Past 80% Over Battery Fire Risk
Volkswagen has issued a serious battery safety warning affecting 22,524 ID.4 electric vehicle owners, advising drivers to limit charging to 80% amid concerns about potential battery fire risks. The warning highlights the importance of battery…
12 Cars With the Lowest Loading Floors for Easy Cargo Access
Loading heavy boxes, groceries, strollers, or mobility equipment becomes much easier when the cargo opening sits close to the ground. A low liftover height reduces how far an object has to be lifted before it…
7 Cars That Cost More to Fix Than They’re Worth Used
A cheap used luxury car can look like a bargain until the first serious repair bill arrives. Depreciation can push expensive vehicles into surprisingly low price brackets, but the mechanical complexity that made them desirable…
China Moves to Ban Hidden Car Door Handles Under Proposed New Safety Rules
China is proposing tougher automotive design and testing rules that could reshape how manufacturers develop door handles, cabin displays, and adjustable seating. Announced on October 10, 2026, the draft measures would require more extensive technical…
10 Best Engine Air Filter Brands – Ranked
For every liter of fuel an engine burns, it needs a large volume of air, all of which passes through the air filter. A clogged or low-quality filter can restrict airflow, while poor filtration may…
10 States Where Move Over Violations Cost the Most
A move-over ticket looks like a minor traffic citation until you read the number printed on it. Every state requires drivers to change lanes or slow down for stopped emergency vehicles, and most now extend…
8 Best Car Cover Brands – Ranked
A car cover is one of the cheapest ways to protect a vehicle’s paint, interior, and resale value. Sun, rain, bird droppings, tree sap, dust, and hail all wear on a finish over time, and…
NHTSA Overview of Motor Vehicle Traffic Crashes, 2024 Final FARS Data
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…
7 Tire Facts Most Drivers Don’t Know
Most drivers think of tires as simple rubber parts that connect a vehicle to the road, yet their design, maintenance, and condition have a major effect on safety, fuel use, comfort, and handling. Many common…
6 Most Expensive Speeding Tickets Ever Issued
Some speeding tickets cost more than the cars involved, while a handful have reached six or even seven figures. The biggest examples generally come from countries where traffic penalties can be linked to a driver’s…
7 Most Expensive License Plates Ever Sold
For most drivers, a license plate is a practical piece of metal attached to a vehicle. In a handful of markets, however, certain combinations of letters and numbers have become valuable collectibles worth millions of…
7 Racing Drivers Who Founded Car Companies
Some of the world’s most important car companies were not created by traditional businessmen. They were built by people who had already experienced competition from behind the wheel and understood what made a racing car…
7 Best-Sounding Engines Ever Made
Few things in car culture stir people like a great engine note. It can raise the hair on your neck before the car even rounds the corner. Sound is not a spec you can measure…
14 Vehicles Whose Automatic Braking Rated Poor, By IIHS Testing
Automatic emergency braking is now standard on almost every new car. Not every system works well, though. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tests these systems with its tougher vehicle-to-vehicle front crash prevention 2.0 protocol.…
Europe’s EV Market Hits Record Share as Affordable Electric Cars Gain Ground
Europe’s electric-car market is entering a new phase of growth, with battery-electric vehicles reaching record sales levels while automakers introduce a much larger selection of lower-priced models. According to a new analysis from Transport &…
10 Modern Cars That Can Fit a Full 4×8 Sheet Inside
A standard sheet of plywood measures 4 by 8 feet, or 48 by 96 inches, which immediately eliminates most cars and many SUVs from consideration. The challenge is not simply having a large cargo volume.…
Porsche CEO Faces Major Test as Automaker Prepares New Turnaround Strategy
Porsche CEO Michael Leiters faces a defining test as the German sports-car maker prepares to present the next stage of its turnaround strategy. The company is dealing with weaker demand in China, a slower-than-expected transition…
Hyundai Reportedly Preparing Ioniq 4 and Ioniq 7 Electric SUVs
Hyundai is reportedly preparing two new electric SUVs for its Ioniq family as the automaker moves to fill important gaps in its battery-electric lineup. The reported Ioniq 4 and Ioniq 7 would sit in different…