Cracked fuel injectors in 1.5-liter EcoBoost engines trigger nationwide safety action, with notices due August 18-22 Ford Motor Company is pulling 694,000 of its most popular small SUVs out of driveways and dealer lots after regulators tied cracked fuel injectors to eight under-hood fires. The recall, ordered jointly with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration … Read more
Door belt moldings and window garnish plates could detach, risking debris on the road. More than 301,000 Kia vehicles built for the American market are headed back to the dealership after federal regulators found that exterior trim pieces can loosen and fall off while driving. The recall, announced in two National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notices … Read more
Owners of 2021‑2024 Bronco Sport and 2020‑2022 Escape models with 1.5‑liter engines face an urgent safety notice after Ford confirmed cracked fuel injectors can leak gasoline onto hot engine parts. Ford is pulling 694,000 compact SUVs off U.S. roads after discovering that faulty fuel injectors may spray gasoline and spark engine fires. Drivers will receive letters … Read more
Koenigsegg’s new Quark engine is shaking up the automotive industry with its compact design and impressive performance. This electric motor is pushing boundaries—redefining size, power, and what’s possible in car engineering. Sweden has once again proven its innovation in the automotive world with the launch of the Quark engine. Developed by Koenigsegg, this small but … Read more
Nissan has announced a recall of over 480,000 vehicles in the United States and Canada due to a defect in the engine bearings. This defect could cause engine failure if not addressed, posing a significant safety risk to drivers. The recall was officially issued on June 27, 2025. The recall involves a manufacturing fault in … Read more
The future of electric vehicles just got a lot more exciting. Yamaha and Caterham have officially joined forces to create a game-changing electric sports car, marking a significant leap forward in the race for sustainable mobility. This innovative collaboration promises to deliver an eco-friendly yet thrilling driving experience. With the automotive industry undergoing a major … Read more
Drivers with serious speeding histories will soon need tech that keeps their cars in check—literally. Reckless driving is still claiming lives across the Evergreen State, but lawmakers have settled on a new fix: GPS speed‑limiting devices that cap how fast repeat offenders can travel. Signed into law this week, House Bill 1596 sets the countdown clock … Read more
Starting Aug. 1, motorists who linger one mile under the speed limit in the passing lane could face escalating tickets and even 30 days behind bars. Louisiana drivers who cruise in the left lane will need to pick up the pace. A law taking effect August 1 lowers the threshold for “impeding traffic” from roughly 10 mph under the limit … Read more
New data spotlight the domestic badges least likely to leave drivers stranded, saving money and stress along the way. Shoppers juggling tech upgrades and tight budgets will welcome the news: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC and Ford lead the 2025 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study, posting fewer problems per 100 vehicles than other American rivals. Why Buick tops the 2025 dependability … Read more
Stricter renewal process zeroes in on recent accidents, health issues, and DUIs, leaving clean‑record seniors largely untouched. Thousands of older Californians could soon face extra scrutiny at the Department of Motor Vehicles. The agency’s updated renewal policy replaces blanket written exams with a sharper focus on traffic history and medical fitness—raising the question many retirees … Read more
Mazda orders global recall over stability software flaw in 12,000 MX‑5 MiatasMazda hits the brakes on more than 12,000 2024‑25 MX‑5 Miatas after a stability‑control bug left drivers without warning lights, triggering a worldwide safety campaign. Mazda has issued an urgent recall for 12,244 MX‑5 Miatas built between December 19, 2023 and February 28, 2025, warning that a defective … Read more
The LIAM F1 turns quiet, low‑level breezes into electricity, offering homeowners a sharp alternative—or companion—to solar panels. A new chapter in the Netherlands’ long romance with wind power is unfolding over city roofs. The LIAM F1, a 1.5‑meter‑wide helical turbine weighing under 100 kg, captures 5 m/s winds and converts up to 88 percent into … Read more
A broken adjuster mount could gouge the rear tire and cause sudden pressure loss, federal safety officials warn, prompting one of the company’s largest recalls in years. Harley‑Davidson riders who own a 2018‑2024 Softail may want to schedule a service visit—fast. The Milwaukee icon is pulling back 82,117 bikes after the National Highway Traffic Safety … Read more
Paper tags disappear under HB 718 as state cracks down on fraud. Starting July 1, 2025, the familiar paper temporary tag becomes history in Texas. House Bill 718 demands that all vehicles—whether newly purchased, in transit, or on a test drive—carry metal license plates that can’t be faked with a home printer. Motorists, dealers, and county offices all … Read more
Motorists now face up to $10,000 in fines and potentially a decade behind bars if caught driving while intoxicated. Texas has raised the stakes for anyone who chooses to drive after drinking or using drugs. The new rules take aim at repeat offenders, under‑21 motorists, and anyone endangering children on Lone Star roads—all while promising … Read more
Major changes are coming for drivers over a certain age in California. The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has unveiled new requirements that could lead some seniors to lose their licenses if they don’t meet the updated standards. This shift aims to reduce road incidents and enhance public safety. According to California’s Integrated Traffic Records … Read more
California is nearing the end of its current license plate format, prompting the Department of Motor Vehicles to announce a brand-new sequence starting next year. Millions of drivers will be affected, as the plates used since 1980 approach their final combination. California’s existing plates feature one number, followed by three letters, then three more numbers. … Read more
Electric models, especially Teslas, offer significant monthly savings compared to traditional gasoline vehicles, according to a new analysis based on official U.S. data. The debate between electric and gasoline-powered cars is no longer just about the environment. It’s also about your wallet. A new report comparing the cost of driving Tesla models with a traditional … Read more
More than 15,000 truckers face potential license downgrades if they don’t act now. Thousands of commercial drivers in the United States may be at risk of losing their licenses after the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) removed two Houston chiropractors from the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners. These doctors, identified as Jenny Le … Read more
A vulnerability affecting nearly every Kia model sold in North America since 2014 allowed hackers to remotely control vehicles using nothing more than the license plate number. They survived the “Kia Boys.” But even today, millions of Kia vehicles remain far from safe. According to a new report from cybersecurity researchers, a glaring vulnerability in … Read more