Vehicle recalls often focus on serious mechanical failures, defective components, or safety systems that could increase the risk of a crash. Nissan’s latest U.S. recall is different. Instead of faulty brakes, airbags, or steering components,…
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Subaru Recalls More Than 541,000 Vehicles to Correct Weight Rating Labels
Subaru has announced one of its largest U.S. recalls of the year, affecting more than 541,000 vehicles after discovering that certification labels on a wide range of models contain incorrect weight rating information. While the…
Hyundai Recalls More Than 47,000 Kona SUVs Over Rear Seat Belt Defect
Hyundai has issued a safety recall affecting more than 47,000 Kona and Kona Electric SUVs in the United States after discovering a defect that could compromise the effectiveness of rear seat belts. While the issue…
Ford Recalls Nearly 388,000 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator SUVs Over Second-Row Seat Issue
Ford has announced a major safety recall affecting nearly 388,000 SUVs in the United States after identifying a defect that could allow second-row seats to move unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion. The recall…
Maserati Cuts Grecale Folgore EV Price by More Than $20,000 to Boost U.S. Demand
Maserati has dramatically reduced the price of its all-electric Grecale Folgore SUV in the United States, slashing more than $20,000 from the luxury EV’s sticker price as the automaker responds to slowing electric vehicle demand…
BMW Recalls More Than 318,000 U.S. Vehicles Over Starter Motor Fire Risk
BMW is recalling 318,495 vehicles in the United States after identifying a defect that could cause the engine starter motor to overheat, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle fire. The recall, announced by the…
U.S. Rejects Tesla Door-Release Defect Investigation After Safety Review
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has declined a petition seeking a formal defect investigation into the emergency mechanical door release system on certain Tesla Model 3 vehicles, concluding that the available evidence…
Volkswagen Cuts 2026 Sales Forecast as Profit Slumps and Restructuring Deepens
Volkswagen has abandoned its growth outlook for 2026 after reporting weaker-than-expected second-quarter earnings, underscoring the mounting pressures facing one of the world’s largest automakers. The German automotive group, which owns brands including Volkswagen Passenger Cars,…
Ford Recalls More Than 565,000 SUVs and Trucks Over Engine Fire Risk
Ford Motor Company has announced one of its largest vehicle safety recalls in the United States this year, affecting 565,691 Ford Bronco and Bronco Raptor SUVs from the 2021 through 2026 model years. The recall…
Hyundai Misses Q2 Profit Estimates but Sticks to U.S. Growth Plans With New Vehicle Launches
Hyundai Motor reported weaker-than-expected second-quarter earnings as softer global vehicle sales, rising operating costs, and growing trade-related expenses weighed on profitability. Despite the disappointing results, the South Korean automaker reaffirmed its commitment to expanding in…
Tesla’s Robotaxi Rollout Faces Fresh Investor Doubts After Earnings as Expansion Timeline Slows
Tesla’s long-promised Robotaxi business has once again become the center of investor attention, but this time for reasons the company would rather avoid. During its latest quarterly earnings call, Tesla adopted a noticeably more cautious…
Shanghai Calls Tesla, BYD and Other Automakers to Compliance Meeting Amid Auto Industry Crackdown
China has stepped up its oversight of the country’s automotive industry after regulators in Shanghai summoned Tesla, BYD, and several other major automakers to a compliance meeting focused on online marketing practices and the publication…
General Motors Raises 2026 Profit Forecast After Strong Truck and SUV Demand
General Motors has raised its full-year profit forecast after reporting stronger-than-expected second-quarter earnings, signaling that demand for its high-margin pickup trucks and SUVs remains resilient despite rising tariffs and broader uncertainty in the global automotive…
Porsche Plans Up to 5,000 More Job Cuts as Global Restructuring Deepens
Porsche is preparing for another major round of workforce reductions as the luxury sports car maker confronts one of the most difficult periods in its modern history. German media reports indicate the company is considering…
Tesla’s AI Spending Faces Fresh Scrutiny Ahead of Quarterly Earnings
Tesla enters its latest quarterly earnings report under a brighter spotlight than usual, with investors increasingly focused on one question: can the company’s automotive business continue funding its ambitious artificial intelligence strategy without putting pressure…
U.S. Automakers Rush to Remove Chinese Vehicle Technology as Federal Ban Looms
The American automotive industry is entering one of its biggest supply chain transformations in decades as manufacturers race to eliminate Chinese-made connected vehicle technology before sweeping federal restrictions take effect. What began as a national…
U.S. and Mexico Reopen USMCA Auto Talks as New Tariff Dispute Threatens Vehicle Supply Chains
North America’s automotive industry is once again facing uncertainty as the United States and Mexico return to the negotiating table over key provisions of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The renewed discussions come amid growing…
How Much the Service Department Makes on an Oil Change
Oil changes seem like a small, routine service. Yet for auto dealerships and repair shops, they are a surprisingly important source of profit. Many people assume oil changes are a “loss leader,” meaning shops barely…
What It Costs to Keep a 250,000-Mile Toyota Running
A Toyota that crosses 250,000 miles has already proven something rare in the auto world. It has outlived most loans, most warranties, and most owners’ patience with other brands. But high mileage brings its own…
SUVs Took 35 of the 45 Top Safety Pick+ Awards
The 2026 IIHS awards season has delivered a clear message. SUVs are no longer just popular. They are also winning safety races. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety released its 2026 Top Safety Pick and…
Why Dealerships Push You to Finance Even When You Can Pay Cash, Explained
Walking into a dealership with cash in hand feels like a strong position. You expect a warm welcome and a quick sale. Instead, many buyers get a strange kind of resistance. Salespeople keep circling back…
Porsche Ends Production of the First-Generation Macan as EV Transition Accelerates
Porsche has officially ended production of the first-generation Macan, closing the chapter on one of the most successful vehicles in the company’s modern history. The decision marks a significant milestone in Porsche’s long-term electrification strategy…
Maserati Slashes Grecale Folgore EV Price by $23,000 to Boost U.S. Sales
Maserati has dramatically reduced the price of its all-electric Grecale Folgore SUV by $23,000 in the United States, marking one of the most aggressive pricing moves yet by a luxury automaker as competition intensifies across…
Toyota Brings Tacoma Production Back to Texas in Major U.S. Manufacturing Shift
Toyota has confirmed plans to move Tacoma production back to Texas, marking one of the company’s most significant manufacturing decisions in recent years and reinforcing its long-term commitment to expanding domestic truck production. The move…
Volkswagen Plans Major Lineup Cuts as It Restructures Its Global Business
Volkswagen is preparing for one of the most dramatic transformations in its nearly 90-year history. Facing shrinking profit margins, intense competition from Chinese automakers, slowing electric vehicle demand in several key markets, and the financial…
Mazda CX-5 Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+ for 2026
Mazda has added another major achievement to the redesigned 2026 CX-5’s growing list of accomplishments after the compact SUV earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) coveted Top Safety Pick+ award. The recognition places…
Land Rover Drops the Turbo Four as the 2027 Defender Receives a Major Powertrain Update
Land Rover is making one of the most significant changes to the Defender lineup since the current generation debuted in 2019. For the 2027 model year, the British automaker has officially confirmed that it is…
Senate Moves to Tighten U.S. Ban on Chinese Vehicles as Auto Security Concerns Grow
The United States is preparing to take another major step in restricting China’s presence in the American automotive market. A bipartisan proposal advancing through the Senate Commerce Committee would significantly strengthen existing federal restrictions on…
Toyota to Invest $3.6 Billion in New Texas Plant, Shifting Truck Production From Mexico
Toyota has announced plans to invest $3.6 billion in a new manufacturing facility in Texas, marking one of its largest U.S. production investments in recent years. The project includes relocating part of the company’s truck…
Toyota’s Massive U.S. Manufacturing Expansion Signals Bigger Push for Truck Production
Toyota’s latest investment extends beyond the construction of a single manufacturing plant. Industry analysts view it as part of a broader strategy to strengthen the company’s North American production network and increase its ability to…
