A defective replacement airbag inflator that federal regulators banned from being imported and sold in the United States has now been linked to an 11th death, raising fresh concerns about dangerous parts that can remain…
Hyundai Will Pay Back Owners Who Fixed Phantom Braking on Their Own
Hyundai is recalling more than 421,000 vehicles in the United States after an investigation found that software controlling the forward collision avoidance system could cause the vehicles to brake earlier than drivers expected. The campaign…
Stellantis Is Having a Record Recall Year
Stellantis is facing an unusually busy recall year in the United States, with several large-scale safety campaigns affecting millions of vehicles across its Jeep, Ram, Chrysler, and Dodge brands. The latest action involves nearly 202,000…
EnerVenue Opens Chinese Battery Factory After Abandoning Planned Kentucky Plant
U.S. battery startup EnerVenue has opened its first high-volume manufacturing facility in China, choosing Changzhou as the location for production after previously considering Kentucky for its first factory. The decision highlights the complicated economics facing…
GAC Plans European Production as It Targets 12 EV and Hybrid Models by 2030
Chinese automaker Guangzhou Automobile Group, better known as GAC, is preparing for a much larger presence in Europe, with the company examining additional local production options as it expands its electric and hybrid vehicle lineup.…
Honda Moves Next-Generation CR-V Hybrid Production Forward in North America
Honda is accelerating the arrival of its next-generation hybrid strategy in North America, bringing forward production of the next-generation CR-V Hybrid to early 2027. The change comes as the automaker adjusts its product and manufacturing…
Nissan Debuts 2027 Rogue Hybrid With e-POWER in the U.S.
Nissan is introducing a substantially different hybrid powertrain to one of its key U.S. vehicles. The automaker has introduced the 2027 Nissan Rogue Hybrid with its third-generation e-POWER technology, making it the first Nissan model…
Xpeng Plans to Sell Its Technology to More Global Automakers Beyond Volkswagen
Chinese electric-vehicle manufacturer Xpeng is preparing to expand beyond selling cars by offering its technology to other international automakers, building on the relationship it has already established with Volkswagen. The company is looking to commercialize…
Acura Pauses MDX Type S Production Amid Emissions Certification Uncertainty
Acura is putting its performance-oriented MDX Type S on hold after the 2026 model year as the automaker weighs the cost and complexity of meeting changing U.S. emissions requirements. The decision affects one of Acura’s…
GM Looks Beyond EVs With New V8-Powered Pickup Strategy
General Motors is putting renewed emphasis on gasoline-powered pickups as it adjusts its product strategy to changing conditions in the U.S. vehicle market. The centerpiece of that approach is a new generation of V8 engines…
Volkswagen Recalls More Than 208,000 Vehicles in the U.S. Over Steering-Control Risk
Volkswagen Group of America is recalling 208,724 vehicles in the United States because a steering-rack mounting bolt can corrode and break, potentially allowing the steering rack housing to fracture and causing a loss of steering…
Toyota Estimates Factory Automation Could Cost $6.4 Billion a Year From 2028
Toyota is preparing for a major transformation of its manufacturing operations, with the automaker estimating that modernizing its factories through greater automation and robotics could require spending about 1 trillion yen, or $6.4 billion, every…
10 New SUVs With Power Folding Third Rows
For families, a third row is useful only when it can quickly make room for people or cargo. Power-folding seats take that convenience a step further by allowing drivers to transform the rear of an…
10 New Trucks With a Column Shifter
The column shifter is becoming an unusual sight in new trucks as automakers move more transmissions to center consoles, rotary controls, and electronic selectors. Yet the traditional stalk behind the steering wheel has not disappeared.…
8 Ways to Document an Engine Failure for a Claim
An engine failure is stressful enough without an insurance company questioning whether it actually happened the way you say it did. Insurers tend to draw a hard line between sudden mechanical failures, which may be…
Which Honda Pilot Trim Is Worth the Money
The Honda Pilot has long been a favorite among three-row SUV buyers who want space, reliability, and everyday practicality. For 2026, Honda offers seven distinct trims, ranging from the Sport at roughly $42,395 to the…
10 Vehicles With the Best Three-Year Dependability Scores
Choosing a dependable vehicle can make ownership easier, more predictable, and less expensive over time. The J.D. Power U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study measures problems owners report after three years of ownership, offering useful insight into…
10 New Cars With an Analog Gauge Cluster
Digital dashboards have become nearly standard in new vehicles, with large screens replacing traditional speedometers and tachometers. Yet some new cars still offer a more familiar setup, with physical analog needles moving across conventional gauges.…
Do Heated Seats Really Drain an EV Battery? Explained
Winter driving raises a common question for EV owners. Do heated seats significantly reduce battery range? Many drivers assume that using any additional feature must come at the cost of valuable driving range. The truth…
12 Cars Carrying Sensors That Cost $1,596 To Replace
Modern cars can see much more than older vehicles ever could. Cameras, radar units, and ultrasonic sensors now support automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane keeping, blind-spot monitoring, and parking assistance. That extra technology…
12 Cars Insurers Flagged Before Thieves Did
Insurance data can reveal patterns that are difficult to see from theft totals alone. HLDI’s WT-24 report examined whole-vehicle theft losses for 2022 through 2024 model-year vehicles and compared each vehicle’s theft claim frequency with…
10 Bike Checks Worth Doing Before Every Ride
A motorcycle can feel perfectly normal and still have a problem that matters once it is moving. A slow tire leak, loose control, weak brake, failed light, or fluid leak may be difficult to notice…
10 Car Parts That Fail From Roof Rack Loads
Roof racks make it easier to carry bikes, luggage, kayaks, cargo boxes, and other bulky items without filling the cabin. Yet adding weight above the vehicle changes how forces move through the roof, mounting points,…
Silverado vs. Sierra vs. Tundra – Which Is Better?
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, and Toyota Tundra all compete for buyers who want a full-size pickup that can handle commuting, hauling, towing, and weekend use. On paper, their numbers can look remarkably…
10 Engines With the Most NHTSA Complaints Per Model Year
Buying a used car often comes down to a gut feeling, a clean CARFAX, and a hope that the engine under the hood won’t turn into a money pit. But gut feelings don’t catch what…
10 Minivans and SUVs With the Lowest Theft Loss Rates
Car theft is rarely a major consideration when choosing a family vehicle, but it can be worth examining. Insurance data from the Highway Loss Data Institute shows that minivans and some SUVs have relatively low…
10 SUVs With the Best EPA Highway Numbers
If highway fuel economy is high on your shopping list, a hybrid SUV can make a big difference at the pump. The 2026 model year brings several choices that combine SUV practicality with impressive EPA-estimated…
8 Beliefs About Oil That Are No Longer True
Motor oil advice hasn’t kept pace with motor oil technology. Most of what drivers “know” about oil comes from decades-old habits. Those habits made sense in the era of carburetors and mineral oil. They don’t hold…
What It Costs to Own a Full-Size Truck for a Year, Explained
A full-size truck can make hauling, towing, commuting, and weekend projects much easier. The catch? The monthly payment tells only part of the story. Fuel, insurance, tires, maintenance, repairs, depreciation, and even accessories can add…
5 Polishes Worth the Money vs 5 That Just Fill Scratches
A good car polish should do more than make damaged paint look better for a few washes. The best formulas use controlled abrasives or polishing technology to actually refine the clear coat, reducing fine scratches,…