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Kia recalls 101,409 vehicles over roof molding

The recall includes certain 2023-24 Sportage and 2022-24 Carnival vehicles......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsJan 23rd, 2024

NASA’s Lunar Gateway has a big visiting vehicles problem

"These defects could lead the flight computers to unexpectedly restart." Enlarge / A rendering of NASA's proposed lunar gateway. (credit: NASA) Do you remember the Lunar Gateway? You could be forgiven if not, as the prog.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsAug 1st, 2024

Federal Reserve leaves interest rates unchanged again

The Federal Reserve opted against changing its benchmark rate during its July meeting, attempting to restrict future inflation for consumers but leaving them receiving higher interest rates than they might like on financed purchases like vehicles......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsAug 1st, 2024

Carvana Q2 net income swings to $48 million; revenue up 15%

The online used-vehicle retailer said it sold 101,440 used vehicles in the second quarter, up 33 percent from the year-earlier period......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsAug 1st, 2024

Hyundai recalls about 50,000 vehicles over electrical wiring faults linked to airbag failures

Hyundai is recalling its 2024 Santa Fe gasoline and hybrid models in Canada and the U.S. because of electrical wiring faults that could cause airbags to deploy incorrectly or not at all, increasing the risk of injury in a crash......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsAug 1st, 2024

Tesla software update fixes hood safety issue on 1.8M cars

Tesla has issued a software update for 1.85 million of its vehicles in the U.S. to fix a safety issue involving the hood......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsJul 31st, 2024

Mike Brennan is new Gulf States Toyota COO

Brennan spent more than a decade distributing Toyota vehicles throughout states in the southeast......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 30th, 2024

Stellantis sues dealership to avoid spending $180 million to buy back fleet vehicles

Stellantis has taken a North Carolina dealership to court to avoid having to repurchase several thousand unsold fleet vehicles at a cost of about $180 million......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 30th, 2024

Tesla recalls 1.85 million vehicles over hood latching issue

Tesla has issued a recall for over 1.85 million vehicles after investigating reports about the hood opening unexpectedly. Tesla discovered that deformed latch switches could … The post Tesla recalls 1.85 million vehicles over hood latching issu.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  bgrRelated NewsJul 30th, 2024

Tesla recalls 1.8 million cars because their hoods can open while driving

The problem seems more prevalent in China than elsewhere, "for reasons unknown." Enlarge (credit: Patrick T. Fallon/Bloomberg via Getty Images) The electric car manufacturer Tesla had to issue a massive recall this mont.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsJul 30th, 2024

Tesla to recall more than 1.8 million U.S. vehicles over hood problems

An unlatched hood could fully open and obstruct the driver's view, raising the risk of a crash. Tesla released an over-the-air software update to fix the issue......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 30th, 2024

Bike lanes and narrowed streets don’t slow emergency vehicles

People love to complain about traffic calming, but it makes roads safer. Enlarge / Converting this street from two lanes in either direction to one lane in each direction with a turning lane in-between would make it much safer. (.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsJul 29th, 2024

Column: Market for decade-old vehicles is getting wild in its own right

A study by iseecars.com found rapid price increases, growing market share for 10-plus-year old vehicles, which lead lenders to reconsider underwriting rules......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 26th, 2024

Hydrogen Toyotas at Olympics irk scientists

A group of 120 scientists, engineers and academics said Toyota should have supplied battery-electric vehicles to the Paris Olympics instead of cars powered by hydrogen......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 26th, 2024

Traditional automakers" EVs surpass Teslas in J.D. Power satisfaction study

Overall consumer satisfaction with vehicles is rising, especially on fuel economy, but infotainment systems continue to fall short......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 25th, 2024

Prestone scientists working to develop low-conductivity coolant to boost EV efficiency

Low-conductivity coolant in EVs and fuel cell vehicles can increase charging and driving efficiency and reduce fire risk. Prestone, one of the industry's largest suppliers of factory fill coolant, is developing new coolants specifically for EVs......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 25th, 2024

Stellantis CEO Tavares: U.S. plants building too many vehicles that need rework

Shipments of the Ram 1500 and other vehicles have been slowed by problems that need to be repaired after they come off the assembly line......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 25th, 2024

Air pollution falls after London vehicle curbs: Mayor

London's Mayor Sadiq Khan on Thursday claimed success for his expanded pollution toll zone for motor vehicles, pointing to a drop in levels of a harmful air pollutant since its controversial introduction......»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsJul 25th, 2024

BMW recalls almost 300,000 vehicles over rear cargo rail failures

BMW is recalling 291,112 vehicles due to rear cargo rails detaching in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of serious injury. Following a crash involving a 2022 BMW X3, BMW North America and BMW AG were legally served. An investigation led to t.....»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 24th, 2024

NHTSA ends probe into 1.7 million Honda vehicles for power loss

Top U.S. auto safety regulators are closing an investigation into about 1.7 million Honda Motor Co. vehicles for loss of power......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 24th, 2024

How to Save Your Home From a Wildfire

Small improvements to the roof, siding, windows, and vents of your house can make a big difference when threatened by the risk of flames......»»

Category: gadgetSource:  wiredRelated NewsJul 22nd, 2024