Toyota recalls over 9,000 Lexus vehicles amid fuel pump failure risk

Toyota is recalling more than 9,000 Lexus vehicles due to a potential fuel pump failure that could increase the risk of a crash.

Mercedes-Benz recalls nearly 25K vehicles over drive shaft problems

The latest recall from Mercedes-Benz impacts certain model vehicles tied to a defective drive shaft that could cause a loss of power.

Waymo launches program to detect potholes in Austin
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Waymo takes a new approach to bring their autonomous vehicles to the rescue, as they develop the program for their vehicles to detect potholes in the city

Average new car prices near $50,000 as rate of increase accelerates

As anyone looking to buy a vehicle knows, purchasing a new car, truck, or SUV is getting more and more expensive, and a new report shows that the rate that prices are increasing is starting to speed up.

Hyundai recalls nearly 300K vehicles over seat belt defect

Nearly 300,000 Hyundai vehicles have been recalled over a seat belt defect that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Toyota recalls 73K hybrid vehicles over pedestrian warning sound issue

Toyota is recalling more than 73,000 hybrid vehicles over a pedestrian warning sound issue, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

US weighs permanent ban of Chinese air bag inflators after 10 deaths

Transportation officials are warning about dangerous air bag inflators made in China that could be in your vehicle illegally. Here’s how to check and what to know about the DTN product.

Ditch the federal gas tax for a vehicle weight fee, auto trade group CEO says

Higher fuel efficiency and a lower share of gas-powered vehicles is a bad combination when it comes to paying to repair the nation’s infrastructure, the head of an auto industry trade group argues. In response, he suggests ditching the federal gasoline tax and replacing it with something else.

'Zoox' self-driving cars to roll out in Austin

Another brand of self-driving cars is rolling out in Austin. Zoox autonomous vehicles (AVs) have been testing in Austin since 2024

Volkswagen announces recall of nearly 100K EVs over battery defect

German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen is recalling close to 100,000 electric vehicles because of issues tied to battery modules that may not meet specifications.

Ford recalls more than 250,000 SUVs for software issues, NHTSA says

Ford’s new recall affects certain model Lincoln Navigator, Lincoln Nautilus, Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer SUVs manufactured between 2022 and 2025.

Car dealers warned by FTC about deceptive pricing practices, hidden fees

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued warnings to 97 auto groups around the country, reminding them their advertised prices must be the total price.