Mazda orders global recall over stability software flaw in 12,000 MX‑5 Miatas

Mazda logo over American flag amid 2025 MX-5 Miata recall for stability control software flaw

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

Say goodbye to high bills – this silent rooftop wind turbine powers your home for free

Close-up of LIAM F1 silent rooftop wind turbine with blue helical blades against clear sky

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

Confirmed: Harley-Davidson recalls over 82,000 Softail motorcycles due to shock absorber defect

Harley-Davidson motorcycle fuel tank with logo in close-up view

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

Confirmed: July 1 license plate change will affect all Texas drivers and car dealers—are you ready?

Vintage license plates from various U.S. states, highlighting changes in vehicle identification laws like Texas' new July 1 metal plate rule

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

It’s official: Texas is imposing fines of $10,000 and up to ten years in prison for drivers who fail to comply with the new law

Heavy traffic on a Texas highway as stricter DWI laws impose up to $10,000 in fines and prison

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

Goodbye to your license: The DMV is imposing new rules that could leave older California drivers without a license

Senior California driver waves while behind the wheel, illustrating new DMV license-renewal rules for older motorists

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 plates nearing limit: how next year’s new sequence will work

Blank California license plate mounted on the rear of a yellow car bumper

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

Tesla’s monthly savings take the lead: What EIA data reveals about the real cost of driving electric

Red Tesla Model 3 parked on concrete, highlighting design and electric efficiency benefits

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

The FMCSA dismisses two doctors for failing to comply with regulations: now there are 15,000 truck driver certificates revoked and a deadline for retaking exams

Two commercial truck drivers beside a white semi-truck discuss FMCSA deadline for replacing 15,000 revoked medical certificates

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

Millions of vehicles at risk due to a security flaw: Hackers only need a license plate number to steal Kia cars

Kia logo on a red dealership sign against a clear blue sky

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

Urgent recall of these vehicles due to a global problem with the emergency brakes on BMW and MINI models after defective welds were detected: list of affected cars

BMW and MINI dealership signage under clear sky, illustrating brands targeted by global emergency-brake recall over defective servomotor welds

BMW North America has issued an urgent recall for specific Rolls-Royce, BMW, and MINI vehicles built for the 2023–2025 model years. This critical action follows the discovery of shaky welds in the servomotor, risking power brake assist and possibly disabling rear brakes. According to documents submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the antilock … Read more

GM pays up to $12,700 to Silverado and Sierra owners for defective fuel pump: CP4 in Duramax is considered the biggest Achilles heel of the 2011-2016 generation

GM logo sign outside a dealership with rows of Chevrolet Silverado pickup trucks affected by the CP4 fuel-pump defect settlement

General Motors is offering financial relief to thousands of truck owners who faced a costly problem with their vehicle’s injection system. The agreement comes after numerous complaints about the CP4 fuel pump defect in certain Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra models sold throughout the United States. In a preliminary settlement worth $50 million, the company … Read more

How to apply for 1980s license plates at the DMV without fines or red tape: an increase in the number of classic cars with original 83-01 license plates is expected

Collage of vintage U.S. license plates, featuring the 1983 blue-white Illinois “Land of Lincoln” tag returning under new law

Nostalgic motorists in Illinois have reason to celebrate. The iconic blue and white license plates from 1983 are on their way back to state roads, thanks to a new law that honors decades-old design and offers a fresh spin on the driver’s experience. At the same time, there is talk of raising the age limit … Read more

A 30-year-old man drives off in a Cybertruck and returns to the Tesla dealership a few days later to, allegedly, pick up his personal belongings: they were waiting for him there

Mugshot of Dexter Smithen overlaid on a Tesla Cybertruck parked on grass, illustrating his arrest for alleged Tampa test‑drive theft

Dexter Smithen heads back for his belongings following recovered vehicle. A Tampa resident is facing serious charges after reportedly taking off with a Tesla Cybertruck during a test drive. According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, the suspect returned days later to the very dealership he allegedly stole from, hoping to collect personal items left … Read more

What does this light that appears in the car mean and how can I reset it so that I can drive with greater confidence?

What does this light that appears in the car mean and how can I reset it so that I can drive with greater confidence?

Your Quick Guide to Keeping Tire Pressure Worries at Bay. If you’ve ever seen that small indicator glow on your dashboard, you know how frustrating it can be. Today, we’ll explore simple steps to reset your tire pressure light, keep your vehicle’s tires in top shape, and ensure you’re ready for any road ahead. Stay … Read more

GM announces settlement payouts for affected chevy and GMC trucks: list of owners who will receive $12,700 in the next few days

Close-up of a blue GM sign at a Chevrolet dealership, with multiple white vehicles lined up in the background

General Motors has reached a settlement agreement that could see eligible truck owners receive up to $12,700 for issues related to the CP4 pump failure. This news comes as a major relief for those driving Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra models from 2011 to 2016. Owners of select Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks equipped … Read more