Waymo is preparing for a major expansion into Europe by bringing its autonomous-driving technology to Munich, Germany. The Alphabet-owned company will begin testing vehicles on the city’s public roads in the coming weeks, marking an…
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Nearly Half of Fatal Crashes Happen After Dark
Nighttime represents a much smaller share of Americans’ travel than daytime, yet darkness is involved in a disproportionately large share of fatal crashes. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, about half of all…
Porsche Prepares Limited-Run 911 GT3 Bergsport With Just 100 Cars Planned
Porsche is preparing another highly exclusive addition to the 911 GT3 family, and this one appears to be aimed squarely at enthusiasts who value the connection between road cars and mountain-road motorsport. Called the 911…
Tesla Raises Cybertruck Prices by $5,000 in the U.S.
Tesla has raised the price of two Cybertruck variants in the United States by $5,000, marking another significant adjustment for an electric pickup that has experienced repeated pricing changes since its launch in late 2023.…
Which GMC Sierra Trim Is Worth the Money?
The GMC Sierra 1500 offers a wide range of trims, from the practical Pro to the luxurious Denali Ultimate, making the buying decision harder than it first appears. For most shoppers, the best value is…
8 Toyotas Built to Hit a Quarter-Million Miles
Some vehicles are designed to survive a long ownership cycle, while others seem to age the moment their odometers climb past 100,000 miles. Toyota has repeatedly occupied the first category. iSeeCars’ long-term analysis of nearly…
10 Vehicles You Cannot Register for Road Use in Florida
Florida is known for having relatively flexible vehicle laws, but that does not mean every motorized machine can become a street-legal vehicle. The state draws a firm distinction between vehicles designed for highways and machines…
A Quarter of New Cars Have Marginal or Poor Headlights
Headlights have improved dramatically over the past decade, but a significant portion of new vehicles still fail to provide what the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety considers strong nighttime illumination. According to IIHS data for…
LG Energy Solution Starts Production at New Michigan EV Battery Factory
LG Energy Solution has begun production at its new battery manufacturing facility in Lansing, Michigan, adding another major source of domestically produced battery cells to the U.S. automotive and energy-storage supply chain. The 226-acre facility…
The True Cost Of Driving A Ferrari 12Cilindri For One Year
The Ferrari 12Cilindri is a rare kind of modern performance car, combining an 819 horsepower naturally aspirated V12 with grand touring comfort and dramatic Italian styling. Buying one requires a substantial budget, but the purchase…
No Toyota SUV Earned a 2026 Top Safety Pick
Toyota is widely associated with safety and reliability, but its 2026 IIHS results reveal a notable gap in the SUV lineup. No Toyota SUV earned either a Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick+ award.…
10 Trade-In Tactics That Cost You Thousands
Trading in your current vehicle can make buying another car faster and more convenient, but that convenience can also make it easier to lose track of where your money is going. A dealership controls several…
10 Cars With the Most Trim Levels Ever Offered
Choosing a trim level sounds simple until an automaker turns one vehicle into dozens of catalog combinations. Pickups can multiply through cab styles, bed lengths, engines, drivetrains, and luxury grades, while performance cars branch into…
10 Transmissions With the Most Reported Failures
Transmission failures can turn an affordable used car into an expensive repair project, especially when problems appear before 100,000 miles. CarComplaints records provide useful insight because owners can report symptoms, repairs, mileage, and costs across…
What It Costs to Store a Car for a Year, Explained
Storing a car for a full year can cost far more than simply paying for a parking space. The final price depends on where the vehicle is kept, the level of protection it needs, insurance,…
Nissan Recalls 2025 Sentra Models After Airbag Bolt Mix-Up at Factory
Nissan is recalling certain 2025 Sentra sedans in the United States after a factory assembly error resulted in incorrect bolts being used on an airbag-related component. The mistake involves hardware that may appear minor but…
10 Ways Thieves Beat a Modern Immobilizer
Modern car immobilizers are designed to prevent unauthorized engine starts by checking whether the vehicle recognizes a valid key or electronic credential. Yet determined criminals may still target weaknesses around the wider vehicle security system.…
The Datsun 240Z Undercut the Corvette by $2,000
When the Datsun 240Z arrived in the United States for the 1970 model year, it gave American sports-car buyers a new problem to consider. Chevrolet’s Corvette remained the homegrown performance icon, but Datsun was offering…
IONNA’s EV Charging Network Overtakes Tesla Supercharger Network in New Reliability Study
IONNA, the electric-vehicle charging network backed by eight major automakers, has emerged as the highest-ranked DC fast-charging network in the latest U.S. public charging study, surpassing Tesla’s Supercharger network on key measures of customer satisfaction.…
10 Test Drive Checks Most Buyers Skip
Buying a used car is not just about finding a vehicle that looks clean, starts easily, and feels comfortable on a short drive. Small problems can hide beneath a polished exterior, and some faults only…
Tahoe vs. Expedition vs. Wagoneer – Which Is Better?
The full-size SUV market is where automakers bring their biggest vehicles, strongest engines, and most expensive technology to the fight. These are not simply family haulers anymore. The Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford Expedition, and Jeep Wagoneer…
10 EVs With Charge Ports in the Wrong Place
Electric vehicles have no universal rule for where the charging port should sit. Automakers place it on front fenders, rear quarters, grilles, or even both sides, usually based on packaging and expected home-charging habits. The…
5 Cars That Start at Minus 20°F and 5 That Won’t
When temperatures fall to minus 20°F, starting a car becomes a serious test of its battery, engine oil, fuel system, and electrical components. Some vehicles handle these conditions better because of dependable powertrains, suitable oil…
The Ford GT Was Built to Beat Ferrari at Le Mans
The Ford GT40 was born from a failed deal with Ferrari and became one of the greatest racing stories in automotive history. In 1963, Ford and Ferrari were negotiating a possible acquisition, but the discussions…
Ford Turned the Taurus Into a High-Revving Sleeper
In the late 1980s, the Ford Taurus was about as far removed from a performance car as a family sedan could be. It was front-wheel drive, designed for comfortable transportation and aimed at buyers who…
10 Exceptionally Reliable Engines With No Major Engine Defect Recall
Modern engines are more powerful and efficient than ever, but not every design earns a reputation for long-term dependability. While many powerplants have faced major safety recalls involving internal engine failures, bearing defects, or catastrophic…
Waymo Wins Approval to Expand Robotaxi Service to Sacramento and San Diego
Waymo has received approval to significantly expand its driverless ride-hailing operations across California, opening the door for its robotaxi service to reach Sacramento and San Diego while also allowing the company to broaden its existing…
10 EVs That Got Cheaper in 2026 While Others Got More Expensive in the US
The US electric vehicle market took an unexpected pricing turn in 2026. Some automakers lowered sticker prices, introduced cheaper trims, or offered aggressive incentives to attract buyers after federal EV tax credits ended. At the…
Detroit Automakers Warn New North American Trade Rules Could Add Billions in Costs
General Motors, Ford and other Detroit automakers are warning that proposed changes to North American trade rules could significantly increase vehicle-production costs, adding another layer of financial pressure to an industry already dealing with tariffs,…
Ford’s $25,000 SUV Could Become Its New Entry-Level Model by 2029
Ford is preparing to rebuild the affordable end of its U.S. lineup with a small SUV expected to arrive in 2029 at a starting price of roughly $25,000. The still-unnamed crossover was previewed to dealers…