US traffic death rate falls to lowest level since 2014
U.S. traffic deaths fell 2.5% to an estimated 16,750 in the first half of 2026, bringing the fatality rate to its lowest level since 2014, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
U.S. traffic deaths fell 2.5% to an estimated 16,750 in the first half of 2026, bringing the fatality rate to its lowest level since 2014, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Toyota’s tiny kei trucks are coming to the US. Here’s when.
Toyota plans to bring its tiny kei trucks to the U.S. in a limited rollout for fleet customers, with potential uses ranging from deliveries to farm work.
Toyota plans to bring its tiny kei trucks to the U.S. in a limited rollout for fleet customers, with potential uses ranging from deliveries to farm work.
Over 1.2M Ford Explorers investigated over airbags deploying unexpectedly
The investigation impacts certain model Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2026, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The investigation impacts certain model Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2026, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Cybertruck to end production after 3 years on market, Elon Musk says
Tesla’s futuristic, polarizing Cybertruck is “winding down” production starting next year.
Tesla’s futuristic, polarizing Cybertruck is “winding down” production starting next year.
GM issues recalls for more than 80K vehicles over potential brake failure and steering defects
General Motors is recalling more than 80,000 vehicles because of potential braking and steering problems.
General Motors is recalling more than 80,000 vehicles because of potential braking and steering problems.
Who’s to blame? Driver disputes fault after Tinley Park car wash crash
A routine car wash ended with a collision, about $4,000 in damage and a dispute over responsibility, according to a customer who insists she did nothing wrong.
A routine car wash ended with a collision, about $4,000 in damage and a dispute over responsibility, according to a customer who insists she did nothing wrong.
Who’s to blame? Driver disputes fault after Tinley Park car wash crash
A routine car wash ended with a collision, about $4,000 in damage and a dispute over responsibility, according to a customer who insists she did nothing wrong.
A routine car wash ended with a collision, about $4,000 in damage and a dispute over responsibility, according to a customer who insists she did nothing wrong.
Jaguar recalls 94,000 vehicles over rearview camera defect
Jaguar Land Rover is recalling nearly 94,000 vehicles in the United States because a defect could cause the rearview camera image to fail to appear on the display screen, federal safety regulators said Friday.
Jaguar Land Rover is recalling nearly 94,000 vehicles in the United States because a defect could cause the rearview camera image to fail to appear on the display screen, federal safety regulators said Friday.
Dashcam: Tesla driver claims he was asleep on self-driving before hitting CHP cruiser, injuring 2
The California Highway Patrol hopes that newly released dashcam video serves as a wake-up call for drivers who take dangerous chances with their automated driver assistance systems.
The California Highway Patrol hopes that newly released dashcam video serves as a wake-up call for drivers who take dangerous chances with their automated driver assistance systems.
Hyundai recalls more than 94,000 vehicles over fire risk
Hyundai is recalling 94,622 vehicles over a fire risk associated with the overheating of motors on powered front seats, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall report.
Hyundai is recalling 94,622 vehicles over a fire risk associated with the overheating of motors on powered front seats, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall report.
Toyota recalls approximately 31,000 RAV4s whose engines could lose power at high speeds
Toyota is recalling tens of thousands of its most popular model over an issue that could cause the engine to lose power at high speeds.
Toyota is recalling tens of thousands of its most popular model over an issue that could cause the engine to lose power at high speeds.
Mercedes recalls over 30,000 of its most expensive models
A new recall from Mercedes-Benz covers tens of thousands of the carmaker’s most expensive models, ones that would have likely sold for six-figure sums when new.
A new recall from Mercedes-Benz covers tens of thousands of the carmaker’s most expensive models, ones that would have likely sold for six-figure sums when new.
Those glaring headlights on the highway could be illegal soon, regulators say
If you’ve noticed a lot more glaring headlights on the highway in recent years, you’re not alone.
If you’ve noticed a lot more glaring headlights on the highway in recent years, you’re not alone.
Rogue towing crackdown: How Chicago drivers can spot a scam
A new Chicago Inspector General report explains how rogue tow truck operators target drivers after crashes, how the city is cracking down and what you should check before handing over your vehicle.
A new Chicago Inspector General report explains how rogue tow truck operators target drivers after crashes, how the city is cracking down and what you should check before handing over your vehicle.
Trump eyes red-dyed diesel as fuel prices soar: What is it?
The White House is considering expanding sales of red-dyed diesel, a tax-exempt fuel typically used for farming and construction equipment, as diesel prices reach record levels.
The White House is considering expanding sales of red-dyed diesel, a tax-exempt fuel typically used for farming and construction equipment, as diesel prices reach record levels.
Chicago City Council approves parking meter lease sale
Chicago alders have approved a major deal involving the city’s parking meter lease.
Chicago alders have approved a major deal involving the city’s parking meter lease.
Trump declares end to ‘EV mandate’ with new fuel economy standards
President Donald Trump has signed off on new fuel economy standards that he claims will end a Biden-era push for carmakers to build more electric vehicles.
President Donald Trump has signed off on new fuel economy standards that he claims will end a Biden-era push for carmakers to build more electric vehicles.
Chicago parking meter sale moves forward, Bridgeport Amtrak facility pushback | The Chicago Report
The Chicago parking meter deal is moving closer to being finalized. And, City Council supermajority opposes the Bridgeport Amtrak facility. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
The Chicago parking meter deal is moving closer to being finalized. And, City Council supermajority opposes the Bridgeport Amtrak facility. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago parking meter deal heads to City Council for final vote
A deal that could change who controls Chicago’s parking meters is one step closer to approval.
A deal that could change who controls Chicago’s parking meters is one step closer to approval.
Revised Chicago parking meter deal moves forward
Chicago's parking meter deal has frustrated drivers for nearly two decades. Now, a new company is poised to take over and City Hall says it finally got something in return. The finance committee approved the sale on Thursday.
Chicago's parking meter deal has frustrated drivers for nearly two decades. Now, a new company is poised to take over and City Hall says it finally got something in return. The finance committee approved the sale on Thursday.