IIHS data reveals wide gap in per capita traffic fatality rates across the country: See rates for each state

A state-by-state breakdown from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) shows a wide gap in per capita traffic fatality rates in 2024 across the country, highlighted by the gap between Mississippi and Rhode Island.

Ford recalls over 86k Mustangs over loose pieces that could fly off

Ford’s latest recall covers Ford Mustang Mach E cars manufactured between 2023 and 2025, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Waymo autonomous rides now open to public in Dallas as waitlist ends

Waymo has opened its fully autonomous driverless ride-hailing service to all residents and visitors in Dallas, removing its waitlist while continuing testing for future freeway and airport routes.

Ford F-150, F-250 recall issued over rear camera issue

Ford is recalling tens of thousands of its trucks over a software issue that can sometimes prevent a driver from seeing the video from the rear-facing camera.

Mercedes-Benz faces potential US ban under new Senate bill

A new bill targeting Chinese automakers could result in Mercedes-Benz being barred from selling vehicles in the U.S.

Holding onto your car | Finance with Dan Roccato
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Americans are holding on to their cars longer than ever before, but with the cost of repairs up 33 percent since 2021 and the average new vehicle priced at $49,000, when should you finally pull the plug? Finance professor Dan Roccato has some advice.

More than 500K Ford SUVs recalled over risk of engine fire

More than half a million Ford SUVs have been recalled over increased risk of fire in the engine compartment.

BMW to recall over 318,000 vehicles due to starter motor overheating, fire risk

BMW is recalling hundreds of thousands of vehicles that were sold in the United States because of the engine starter potentially overheating and catching fire.

Ford recalls over 387K SUVs over unstable second-row seats

Ford’s latest recall affects certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 Explorer SUVs, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Texas launches Operation Slowdown with increased speed patrols starting July 18

Texas law enforcement agencies are launching the annual "Operation Slowdown" campaign from July 18 through August 2, increasing patrols and speed enforcement to reduce the state's leading cause of traffic fatalities.

BMW recalls 29,000 vehicles, advises drivers to park outside

German automaker BMW is recalling three of its hybrid models over concerns about an issue with the starter that could cause it to overheat, even when the car is not running. The recall covers more than 29,000 vehicles in all.

Subaru recalls over 540,000 Ascent, Forester, and Crosstrek SUVs

Well over a half-million Subaru vehicles were recalled over concerns that an incorrectly listed weight rating could lead to a crash. The recall affects four of the Japanese automaker’s most popular models. 

Honda recalls 325K Odyssey minivans over another rear-view camera issue

Hundreds of thousands of minivans are being recalled by Honda over a problem with their rear-view camera, including those that were included in a previous one related to the same issue.

Average new car payment reaches all-time high as affordability issues persist

The average new car payment rose to an all-time high in the first quarter as American households continued to face affordability challenges in the economy.