Global microchip shortage shuts down Belvidere Jeep plant
The Stellantis plant in Belvidere will stop production for two weeks, according to a statement from the company.
The Stellantis plant in Belvidere will stop production for two weeks, according to a statement from the company.
Illinois Automobile Dealers Association sues state, EV makers over direct sales
The Illinois Automobile Dealers Association has filed a lawsuit against the state and electric truck startup Rivian for selling vehicles directly to consumers.
The Illinois Automobile Dealers Association has filed a lawsuit against the state and electric truck startup Rivian for selling vehicles directly to consumers.
What to know about pay-per-mile car insurance
This is what you need to know before signing up for a pay-per-mile auto insurance policy.
This is what you need to know before signing up for a pay-per-mile auto insurance policy.
Over 800,000 Nissan cars recalled for brake light issue
The problem could cause the vehicles lights and engine not to work.
The problem could cause the vehicles lights and engine not to work.
KIA owners should park their cars outside due to fire risk, company says
The South Korean auto company is telling owners they should park their cars outside due to concerns of an engine compartment fire. The Sportage and Cadenza models are being recalled over the issue.
The South Korean auto company is telling owners they should park their cars outside due to concerns of an engine compartment fire. The Sportage and Cadenza models are being recalled over the issue.
Cherokee Nation chief says it’s time for Jeep to stop using tribe’s name
“I’m sure this comes from a place that is well-intended, but it does not honor us by having our name plastered on the side of a car," Cherokee Nation Chief Chuck Hoskin, Jr. said.
“I’m sure this comes from a place that is well-intended, but it does not honor us by having our name plastered on the side of a car," Cherokee Nation Chief Chuck Hoskin, Jr. said.
Ford asks dealers to loan new F-150s to Texans to power homes amid historic cold
After a Texas resident posted a photo of his F-150 helping him charge appliances and keeping his home warm, Ford asked dealers in the state to loan out the trucks to others struggling to stay warm.
After a Texas resident posted a photo of his F-150 helping him charge appliances and keeping his home warm, Ford asked dealers in the state to loan out the trucks to others struggling to stay warm.
Mercedes recalling 1.3 million cars because emergency software could send rescuers to wrong location
Mercedes-Benz says they've found that emergency crews have been sent to the wrong locations after crashes because of the malfunctioning systems.
Mercedes-Benz says they've found that emergency crews have been sent to the wrong locations after crashes because of the malfunctioning systems.
Honda issues major recall worldwide
Honda is recalling over 1.4 million vehicles in the U.S. to repair drive shafts that can break, window switches that can overheat and a software flaw.
Honda is recalling over 1.4 million vehicles in the U.S. to repair drive shafts that can break, window switches that can overheat and a software flaw.
New airflow study shows how to prevent COVID spread inside a vehicle
A new study looking at how airflow inside a vehicle impacts the risk of getting COVID-19 may help keep people healthier.
A new study looking at how airflow inside a vehicle impacts the risk of getting COVID-19 may help keep people healthier.
2021 Chicago Auto Show postponed due to coronavirus concerns
The 2021 Chicago Auto Show has been postponed from its traditional February slot due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
The 2021 Chicago Auto Show has been postponed from its traditional February slot due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Tesla on autopilot hits police car as driver watches movie on cellphone
A North Carolina doctor’s Tesla operating on Autopilot crashed into a police car early Wednesday morning as he was watching a movie on his cellphone.
A North Carolina doctor’s Tesla operating on Autopilot crashed into a police car early Wednesday morning as he was watching a movie on his cellphone.
Indiana BMV resumes driving tests, but by appointment
The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles has resumed offering driving tests, months after the coronavirus pandemic prompted the state agency to cancel exams for more than 4,000 people.
The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles has resumed offering driving tests, months after the coronavirus pandemic prompted the state agency to cancel exams for more than 4,000 people.
Illinois driver's license expirations extended until Nov. 1
Expiration dates for driver’s licenses, identification cards and license plate stickers have been extended one more month to Nov. 1, Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced Wednesday.
Expiration dates for driver’s licenses, identification cards and license plate stickers have been extended one more month to Nov. 1, Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced Wednesday.
Illinois expands hours at emissions testing sites
Vehicle emissions testing sites in Illinois are expanding their hours in July and August.
Vehicle emissions testing sites in Illinois are expanding their hours in July and August.
Volvo Cars recalls nearly 2.1 million cars worldwide
Volvo Cars says it is recalling nearly 2.1 million vehicles worldwide as a preventive measure after the company discovered that a steel wire connected to the front seat belts can be weakened.
Volvo Cars says it is recalling nearly 2.1 million vehicles worldwide as a preventive measure after the company discovered that a steel wire connected to the front seat belts can be weakened.
Ford to introduce new Bronco on O.J. Simpson's birthday
A Ford spokesperson said the date is "purely coincidental."
A Ford spokesperson said the date is "purely coincidental."
Wisconsin DMV waives road test requirement for individuals under 18 due to COVID-19 pandemic
Each program eliminates the need for in-person visits to a DMV service center by enabling drivers to complete the tasks online.
Each program eliminates the need for in-person visits to a DMV service center by enabling drivers to complete the tasks online.
Toyota recalls nearly 700K vehicles over faulty fuel pumps
The recall involves certain Toyota and Lexus vehicles over a fuel pump issue that could cause affected vehicles to stall.
The recall involves certain Toyota and Lexus vehicles over a fuel pump issue that could cause affected vehicles to stall.
Elon Musk touts 146,000 orders for Tesla's electric pickup truck
Elon Musk says Tesla has received nearly 150,000 orders for its new electric pickup truck since the automaker revealed the futuristic vehicle earlier this week to mixed reviews.
Elon Musk says Tesla has received nearly 150,000 orders for its new electric pickup truck since the automaker revealed the futuristic vehicle earlier this week to mixed reviews.