Tesla Leads in 2024 Vehicle Recalls, Outpacing Ford
Tesla’s recall numbers surged in 2024, with the automaker recalling more than 5.1 million vehicles, making it the leader in recalls for the year. Despite a slowdown in sales, Tesla unseated Ford, which had held the top spot in vehicle recalls. The 2024 vehicle recalls were spread across Tesla’s lineup, including its new Cybertruck, which
Deadly Tesla Crash in Piedmont Sparks Investigation
Piedmont High School is mourning the loss of three recent graduates who died in a fatal car crash on Thanksgiving week. The community is grappling with the tragedy, as students and staff come together to support one another. The three students were killed in a single-vehicle crash involving a Tesla Cybertruck. The vehicle veered off
UCLA to Debut First EV Charging Roadway in California
UCLA is set to revolutionize transportation with the upcoming debut of California’s first electric-vehicle charging roadway. This innovative project, funded by a nearly $20 million grant, aims to electrify the university’s BruinBus fleet and install underground charging infrastructure for shuttles and buses along a specific route in Westwood. The project, scheduled to be completed by
GEICO, Travelers Fined $11 Million After Cyberattack Leaks Customer Data
Two major auto insurance companies, GEICO and Travelers, will pay over $11 million in penalties to New York after a 2020 cyberattack exposed sensitive data from more than 120,000 customers. The breach allowed hackers to exploit state unemployment systems using stolen personal information, including driver’s licenses and birth dates. The New York Attorney General’s Office
Advance Auto Parts Shutdown Raises Questions for California Locations
Advance Auto Parts has unveiled plans to shut down 500 corporate stores and exit 204 independent locations by mid-2025 as part of a nationwide restructuring initiative. While the company operates seven stores in the Los Angeles area—including in Culver City, Inglewood, and Redondo Beach—the specific impact on California locations remains unclear. The restructuring aims to
Hyundai Recalls Over 145,000 EVs in US for Power Loss Risk
Hyundai Motor is recalling approximately 145,235 electrified vehicles in the United States due to a risk of losing drive power, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced Friday. The Hyundai recall covers certain 2022-2025 IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 models, as well as Genesis GV60, GV70, and G80 electrified variants. The NHTSA stated that
Jaguar Rebrand and Logo Change Criticized for Lack of Cars in Ad
British luxury carmaker Jaguar is under fire for a promotional video tied to its upcoming rebrand, set to launch on Dec. 2 during Miami Art Week. The video, which showcases models in brightly colored, futuristic outfits walking in an alien-like landscape, has been criticized for failing to include any cars. The rebrand introduces a new
Polestar 1 Recall: Potential Brake Pedal Detachment Risk
Polestar has issued a safety recall for its first series-production model, the Polestar 1, due to a potential defect in the brake system. Affected vehicles may feature a loose pushrod screw joint connecting the brake booster to the brake pedal, potentially leading to brake pedal detachment. The issue could also result in unwanted noises, an
Revv Secures $20M to Revolutionize Auto Repairs with AI
Revv, a platform designed to simplify advanced auto repair processes, has raised over $20 million in new funding, highlighting growing industry demand for solutions addressing the increasing complexity of modern vehicles. The round was led by Left Lane Capital with participation from Soma Capital, 1984, and Agalé Ventures. With advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) now present
Ford Under Fire: NHTSA Probes Seatbelt Failures and Power Loss Issues
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched two investigations into potential defects in Ford vehicles. The probes focus on complaints about seatbelt retractor malfunctions in Ford Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators, as well as loss of motive power in Ford Broncos and Mavericks. NHTSA’s Office of Defect Investigations (ODI) has received three complaints
