Kia recalls 101,409 vehicles over roof molding
The recall includes certain 2023-24 Sportage and 2022-24 Carnival vehicles......»»
Retail tech company Xcite Automotive plans to raise venture capital after AI acquisition
Xcite, known for reconditioning vehicles and photographing them for dealer websites, purchased Double4 AI to enhance its tech-driven products and services......»»
The future of automotive cybersecurity: Treating vehicles as endpoints
The automotive industry is facing many of the same cybersecurity risks and threats that successful organizations in other sectors are up against, but it’s also battling some distinct ones. In this Help Net Security interview, Josh Smith, Principal.....»»
NHTSA ends probe involving 1.3 million GM vehicles
Investigations began following reports of faulty seat belt cables detaching and increasing injury risks......»»
Ford recalls more than 100,000 vehicles due to faulty engine part
F-150, Ford Edge, Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus and Aviator 2021-22 models may have intake valves that crack or break, leading to a loss of power......»»
California moves ahead with self-driving trucks despite labor opposition
The California Department of Motor Vehicles has rolled out proposed regulations for self-driving trucks, a move that comes one day after the state's legislature advanced an anti-AV trucking bill......»»
U.S. agency reports 28th Takata air bag inflator death since 2009
NHTSA has reported the 28th Takata air bag inflator death since 2009 and over the past decade, more than 100 million vehicles fitted with the inflators have been recalled worldwide......»»
The good and bad about the 2025 Volvo EX90, the company’s new electric SUV
Some of the EX90's features won't be enabled until next year. Enlarge / After launching some smaller and cheaper electric vehicles, it was time for Volvo to push the boat out with a flagship SUV, the EX90. (credit: Jonathan Gitli.....»»
Toyota recalls over 45,000 vehicles due to risk of tow hitch detachment
Increased warranty claims alerted Toyota of potential issues with their 2023-24 Sequoia Hybrids......»»
Toyota design boss asks if radical Lexus next-gen EV styling ‘going to be OK?"
As Lexus readies a next generation of electric vehicles with a radical, new design language, design bosses promise the departure will be as dramatic as when the Japanese premium brand introduced its polarizing spindle grille. The new guiding mantra a.....»»
Light-activated polymerization methods unlock new possibilities for intracellular applications
Synthetic polymers play a crucial role in cell biology, serving as delivery vehicles for DNA and drugs, acting as fluorescent probes for cellular sensing, functioning as bioinks for tissue engineering, and mimicking biological functionality (e.g., ar.....»»
GM must face big class action over faulty transmissions
A class action suit claims GM violated laws of 26 U.S. states by knowingly selling several hundred thousand vehicles with faulty transmissions......»»
Experts aim to establish levels for software-defined vehicles
Defining the SDV might come down to Levels 1 through 5......»»
Hyundai turns to new hybrid tech to power growth amid "slowdown" in EV demand
Hyundai is leaning heavily into hybrids, citing ‘the recent slowdown’ in EV demand, and expects its sales of the gasoline-electric vehicles to more than double as it rolls out new electrified powertrain technologies and extends them to the Genesi.....»»
Westlake Financial launches fleet financing product to power micro leasing at dealerships
The vehicles used in micro lease programs can fall into a gap not covered by traditional floorplan or rental financing......»»
Tesla can challenge Louisiana direct sales ban, U.S. appeals court rules
Tesla accused Louisiana officials of illegally banning direct sales since 2017 and restricting the leasing and servicing of its vehicles in the state......»»
Ford emphasizes flexibility with new hybrids, expanded gas lineup
The automaker has positioned itself to continue making money on gasoline vehicles to help fund its EV ambitions, while ramping up hybrid sales for those customers not fully ready for battery power......»»
Ford lineup exudes ‘passion and purpose"
The automaker has positioned itself to continue making money on gasoline vehicles to help fund its EV ambitions, while ramping up hybrid sales for those customers not fully ready for battery power......»»
Electric vehicle battery fires—what to know and how to react
It's very rare, but lithium-ion batteries in electric vehicles can catch fire. Enlarge / The battery pack of a Volkswagen ID. Buzz electric microbus on the assembly line during a media tour of the Volkswagen AG multipurpose and c.....»»
Journalists and social media users are key drivers behind product recall decisions, says researcher
Canada saw a record 2,330 product recalls in 2023—more than six per day and the highest since the federal government started releasing the data in 2011. A product recall occurs when a manufacturer takes action to remove consumer goods with safety d.....»»
AEB ‘phantom braking’ causes crashes, recalls
Automakers have faced recalls, documented injuries and lawsuits related to these false activations, which can lead to rear-end crashes and spooked drivers......»»