There are only 3 new cars priced under $20,000 now
The average new car price was $48,008 in March, according to Kelley Blue Book, a drop of $550 from the prior month.
The average new car price was $48,008 in March, according to Kelley Blue Book, a drop of $550 from the prior month.
Illinois traffic deaths dip slightly in 2022, but fatalities are still above pre-pandemic levels
The number of people killed on Illinois roadways dipped slightly last year compared with 2021, but experts say safety improvements are still needed as deaths remain above pre-pandemic levels.
The number of people killed on Illinois roadways dipped slightly last year compared with 2021, but experts say safety improvements are still needed as deaths remain above pre-pandemic levels.
GM recalls 40,000 pickups to fix fire risk: 'Park outside'
The GM Silverados have been recalled after discovering a potential leak in brake fluid that could result in a fire.
The GM Silverados have been recalled after discovering a potential leak in brake fluid that could result in a fire.
Kia, Hyundai thefts prompt 17 states to urge recall of cars
TikTok videos have shown how people can start Kia and Hyundai models by using only a screwdriver and a USB cable.
TikTok videos have shown how people can start Kia and Hyundai models by using only a screwdriver and a USB cable.
US government implements new hurdles to receive electric vehicle tax credit
Only certain electric vehicles now qualify.
Only certain electric vehicles now qualify.
Chicago-area firefighters learn how to handle electric vehicle fires
With more and more electric cars being sold every year, General Motors is going around the country teaching first responders how to deal with accidents involving EV's.
With more and more electric cars being sold every year, General Motors is going around the country teaching first responders how to deal with accidents involving EV's.
Ford files patent for drones to jump start vehicles with dead batteries
For drivers who find themselves stranded with a dead battery and no one around to help, Ford may be developing technology to help.
For drivers who find themselves stranded with a dead battery and no one around to help, Ford may be developing technology to help.
Honda CR-V recall: Road salt in cold states could cause rusty frame, loose parts
The road salt can accumulate and cause corrosion, and the rear trailing arm can detach, regulators say.
The road salt can accumulate and cause corrosion, and the rear trailing arm can detach, regulators say.
Naperville teacher allegedly rented vehicle off Turo app to use in student race, caused $4K in damages
"First, he told me, as you saw in the screenshot, that it wasn't that car, that it was a completely different car and I told him, so you happened to come across a car that looked just like mine, same color, same color wheels that are not stock. I mean come on," said Giovanni Morales who says he rented his vehicle to Naperville teacher Gregory Ditch.
"First, he told me, as you saw in the screenshot, that it wasn't that car, that it was a completely different car and I told him, so you happened to come across a car that looked just like mine, same color, same color wheels that are not stock. I mean come on," said Giovanni Morales who says he rented his vehicle to Naperville teacher Gregory Ditch.
Honda recalls more than 330,000 vehicles with mirrors at risk of falling off
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said that the vehicles don't comply with the necessary rear visibility requirements.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said that the vehicles don't comply with the necessary rear visibility requirements.
Naperville North auto students set speed record in Texas competition
Greg Ditch, Ivy Cain and Alina Aubakirova talk about Naperville North High School's auto competition in Texas and what it means to compete at a national level.
Greg Ditch, Ivy Cain and Alina Aubakirova talk about Naperville North High School's auto competition in Texas and what it means to compete at a national level.
WATCH: Car goes airborne, flips on Los Angeles freeway after hitting tire that popped off truck
Amazingly, no one was seriously injured, according to LAPD.
Amazingly, no one was seriously injured, according to LAPD.
North Carolina Army veteran buys $68,000 Carvana car for wife — but it was a stolen vehicle, police said
A North Carolina couple said they spent more than $68,000 purchasing a vehicle from Carvana that ended up being stolen. The vehicle was later seized and impounded by police.
A North Carolina couple said they spent more than $68,000 purchasing a vehicle from Carvana that ended up being stolen. The vehicle was later seized and impounded by police.
Illinois AG Kwame Raoul calls on Kia, Hyundai to do more to protect drivers from theft
Certain models of these cars lack anti-theft immobilizers, making them easier to steal.
Certain models of these cars lack anti-theft immobilizers, making them easier to steal.
Construction on Kennedy Expressway in Chicago begins Monday
The construction project will stretch from the I-94 junction to Ohio Street. Crews will repair 36 bridge decks, add new signs, patch pavement, and upgrade lighting.
The construction project will stretch from the I-94 junction to Ohio Street. Crews will repair 36 bridge decks, add new signs, patch pavement, and upgrade lighting.
Car thefts in US top 1 million for first time since 2008
California led the nation in car thefts last year, followed by Texas. Meanwhile, Illinois experienced the highest spike from 2021, followed by Washington and New York, according to a new report.
California led the nation in car thefts last year, followed by Texas. Meanwhile, Illinois experienced the highest spike from 2021, followed by Washington and New York, according to a new report.
US investigates Tesla after complaints of steering wheels that can fall off
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says the probe covers an estimated 120,000 vehicles from the 2023 model year.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says the probe covers an estimated 120,000 vehicles from the 2023 model year.
Female Naperville automotive students seek to set speed record
A group of female Naperville automotive students are going for a speed record. They have built what they hope will be the fastest truck in America, and they're heading to Texas this month to put it to the test.
A group of female Naperville automotive students are going for a speed record. They have built what they hope will be the fastest truck in America, and they're heading to Texas this month to put it to the test.
Tesla recalls 3,470 Model Y vehicles produced in past year after discovery of loose bolts
Tesla announced it is recalling thousands of Model Y vehicles in the U.S. after learning bolts securing the second-row seat back frames may be loose.
Tesla announced it is recalling thousands of Model Y vehicles in the U.S. after learning bolts securing the second-row seat back frames may be loose.
Car debt piles up as more Americans struggle to make payments
Car repossessions are growing as Americans are still struggling with higher car prices and inflation.
Car repossessions are growing as Americans are still struggling with higher car prices and inflation.