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…
Author: Park-Shin Jung
Park-Shin Jung explores the cutting-edge technologies driving the future of the automotive industry. At Dax Street, he covers everything from autonomous driving and AI integration to next-gen powertrains and sustainable materials. His articles dive into how these advancements are shaping the cars of tomorrow, offering readers a front-row seat to the future of mobility.
18 Small SUVs Ranked by Cargo Room Behind the Seats, By Cubic Feet
Small SUVs have become popular for a simple reason. They offer a useful balance of passenger space, easy driving, and cargo flexibility without the bulk of a full-size SUV. However, cargo capacity can vary significantly…
6 Cars Whose Used Prices Soared During the Chip Shortage
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,…
12 Cars With Secret Storage Spaces Most Owners Overlook
Modern vehicles have become remarkably clever at using space that would otherwise go to waste. Beneath cargo floors, behind seat cushions, and inside adjustable load panels, manufacturers have created small compartments that can make daily…
Honda Partners With Applied Intuition to Develop Next-Generation Software-Defined Cars
Honda is strengthening its software strategy through a new partnership with Applied Intuition as the automaker works to develop the next generation of software-defined vehicles. The collaboration is intended to accelerate Honda’s development of vehicle…
Scania Unveils New Touring Coach With 500 HP and Improved Aerodynamics
Scania has introduced a new generation of its touring high-deck coach, featuring a redesigned exterior, improved aerodynamics, increased luggage capacity, and a more advanced driver environment for one of the company’s established long-distance passenger vehicles.…
5 EVs With Strong Battery Warranty Terms and 5 With Minimum Coverage
An EV battery is among the most expensive components in any electric vehicle, making its warranty one of the most important ownership protections to understand. Most manufacturers provide substantial high-voltage battery coverage, but the details…
7 Car Parts Made With 3D Printing
3D printing has moved well beyond concept cars and engineering prototypes. Automakers are now using additive manufacturing to produce selected components that can be installed on production vehicles, while development programs are testing whether printed…
5 Dodge Durango Years Worth Buying and 5 to Avoid
A used Dodge Durango can look like a strong value because it combines three-row seating, substantial towing capability, and available V8 power. Yet the model’s long production history includes major differences in complaint activity from…
Rough Roads Cost Milwaukee Drivers $1,290 a Year and Los Angeles Drivers $1,186
Poor road conditions are more than an inconvenience for drivers. Cracked pavement, potholes, uneven surfaces, and worn road markings can create added costs for motorists throughout the year. Drivers in Milwaukee are estimated to face…
8 Vehicles Ranked by Headlight Replacement Cost, By Dollars
Replacing a vehicle’s headlight can cost far more than many drivers expect. A basic bulb may require only a modest repair, while a complete LED headlight assembly can cost thousands of dollars. The difference comes…
Honda Reworks India Strategy With Tata Technologies to Cut Vehicle Costs
Honda is making a significant change to the way it develops vehicles for India, partnering with Tata Technologies in an effort to lower development costs and bring new models to market much faster. According to…
9 Car Engines That Still Use a Belt, Not a Chain
Timing chains dominate modern engine design, but the timing belt is far from extinct. Thousands of vehicles on American roads still use belt-driven engines, particularly older SUVs, trucks, performance cars, and several Honda models. The…
High Gas Prices Push U.S. Car Buyers Toward Hybrids as Automakers Adjust
Higher gasoline prices are changing the way Americans shop for new vehicles, with hybrid models gaining momentum as drivers look for lower fuel costs without committing to a fully electric vehicle. The shift is arriving…
UK Auto Industry Faces Growing Trade Clash Between Chinese Cars and EU Rules
Britain’s automotive industry is facing a difficult trade-off as Chinese vehicle manufacturers expand rapidly in the UK while the European Union considers policies designed to favor vehicles and components produced within the bloc. The issue…
Iowa Has 4,279 Bridges Rated Poor, Almost Five Times California’s 891
Let me ask you something. Which state do you think has the most bridges rated in poor condition? If California or Texas came to mind, you would not be alone. The answer, however, might surprise…
States Where a Kei Truck Can No Longer Be Registered
Thinking about buying a tiny Japanese pickup? Kei trucks are affordable, fuel-efficient, and surprisingly useful, which has made them increasingly popular among American buyers. The problem is that getting one through customs does not guarantee…
How Much a Car Wash Makes on One Membership
A car wash membership is a recurring plan that lets a customer wash a vehicle repeatedly for a fixed monthly fee, usually charged automatically to a card or bank account. Express exterior tunnel washes, where…
How Much an Extended Warranty Company Keeps
An extended warranty, formally called a service contract or vehicle service contract in many markets, is a product sold separately from a manufacturer’s warranty. The buyer pays a price upfront or in installments. In return,…
11 Small SUVs That Earned Top Safety Pick Plus, By Crash Test Results
Small SUVs have become some of the most popular family vehicles in America, making crash-test performance an increasingly important part of the buying decision. For 2026, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety raised the bar…
10 Vehicles Costing the Most to Keep on the Road for a Decade
Keeping a vehicle for ten years can reveal expenses that are easy to overlook when comparing purchase prices. Routine service, replacement parts, and major repairs can become increasingly expensive as a vehicle ages. CarEdge’s latest…
Rivian Sets New Delivery Record as R2 Drives U.S. EV Growth
Rivian Automotive has delivered its strongest quarterly result yet, reporting 19,248 vehicles in the third quarter of 2026 as the company begins scaling its more affordable R2 SUV. The result beat Wall Street expectations and…
OPmobility Agrees to Buy Hyundai Mobis Lighting Business for $443 Million
French automotive supplier OPmobility has agreed to acquire Hyundai Mobis’ global lighting business for an enterprise value of 600 billion Korean won, approximately $443 million. The deal marks a major expansion of OPmobility’s lighting operations…
GM Battery Supplier Vianode Seeks New Partner as EV Supply Chain Faces Pressure
Norwegian synthetic-graphite producer Vianode is searching for a new strategic partner to provide capital and industrial expertise as it works to expand battery-material production for the electric-vehicle industry. The company is also considering a potential…
Bad Roads Cost the Average US Motorist $1,400 a Year, Including $725 in Repairs and Tire Wear
America’s roads may look like a routine part of daily life, but deteriorating pavement and congestion are creating a substantial financial burden for motorists. According to the American Society of Civil Engineers’ 2025 Report Card…
US Drivers Lose 17 Hours and $345 Annually in the National $72.7 Billion Search
Finding a parking space can feel like a minor inconvenience compared with traffic jams, fuel costs, or vehicle maintenance. But an INRIX study found that the time Americans spend circling streets and searching for an…
10 Most Important Safety Features in Car History, Ranked
Car safety did not improve because of one invention. It advanced through a long chain of breakthroughs that changed how vehicles prevent crashes, absorb energy, and protect people when collisions occur. Some technologies became mandatory…
10 Car Tire Facts That Change Below Freezing
When temperatures fall below freezing, your tires do more than face icy roads. The air inside them contracts, pressure falls, rubber becomes less flexible, and small maintenance mistakes can become more noticeable. A common rule…
Akio Toyoda Urges Automakers to Cooperate as Industry Faces Major Changes
Akio Toyoda used his induction into the Automotive Hall of Fame to make a broader appeal to the auto industry. He argued that automakers may need to work more closely together as they face the…
12 Car Brands Ranked by Ten-Year Maintenance Bill
The price on a car window tells only part of the ownership story. Over a decade, routine maintenance and unexpected repairs can add thousands of dollars to what initially looked like a reasonable purchase. Consumer…