Chrysler Ram Truck Recall Due to Potential Stability Control Defect
Chrysler has announced a recall of 33,777 2025 Ram 1500 trucks due to a potential defect in the electronic stability control system. The recall, filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on October 24, affects certain models that may have a damaged front wheel hub encoder ring. If this component is compromised, the
Tesla Summon Feature Causes Crash in Mall Parking Lot
A driverless Tesla Model Y, operated via its Summon feature, crashed into another car in a Maryland shopping center parking lot, raising concerns about the safety of Tesla’s autonomous software. The incident occurred as the car’s owner was testing the Tesla Summon function, which allows the vehicle to drive itself to its owner within private
Jerry Jones Family Involved in Car Accident Outside NFL Game
Members of Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones’ family sustained injuries following a vehicle accident outside Levi’s Stadium on Sunday. The incident reportedly happened when a barricade unexpectedly rose and struck the second vehicle in the family’s convoy. Among those in the vehicle were Jerry’s daughter, Charlotte Jones Anderson, his son, Jerry Jones Jr., and Charlotte’s
BMW Recalls 8,725 X3 SUVs for Second Repair
BMW has initiated a second recall for 8,725 X3 SUVs spanning the 2018-2022 model years due to concerns that previously fixed cargo rails may still pose a risk. The affected vehicles, which had already been subject to a recall in July for loose interior cargo rails, were found to potentially have inadequately secured rails that
Palo Alto Poised to Launch Tesla Cybercabs for Shuttle Service
Palo Alto is considering integrating Tesla’s new Cybercab into its municipal shuttle service to offset the financial strain of its current transit operations. Councilman Greg Lin Tanaka detailed the city’s potential collaboration with Tesla, aiming to leverage the autonomous vehicles to sustain the Palo Alto Link service, which is rapidly depleting its funds with only
Hyundai Nexo Recall: Model Presents High Hydrogen Leak Risk
Hyundai has issued a recall for 1,545 Nexo hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, spanning model years 2019 to 2024, due to a risk of flammable hydrogen gas leaks. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) was notified that the vehicles’ pressure relief devices, designed to vent gas through a glass bulb during tank overheating, might fail.
Carquest Auto Parts Fined $750,000 for Overcharging in California
A car parts store has been fined $750,000 after being found guilty of routinely overcharging customers across three California counties, including San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and San Diego. The fine is part of a settlement reached with the SLO County District Attorney’s Office and announced this Thursday, concluding a lawsuit initially filed for $10
Car Crashes Through Fence, Lands Near High School Soccer Game in Torrance
An out-of-control vehicle went airborne and crashed through a fence at West High School in Torrance, landing on the track adjacent to a soccer field where a game was in progress. The incident occurred around 2 p.m. on Saturday, startling players and spectators alike. The Jeep, after speeding along Entradero Avenue, launched into the air
U.S. Regulator Launches Tesla Self-Driving Software Probe After Fatal Crash
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated an investigation into 2.4 million Tesla vehicles equipped with the company’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, following four reported collisions, including a fatal incident in 2023. This preliminary evaluation marks the first step towards a potential recall if the vehicles are deemed to pose an unreasonable
Stay Alert: Facebook Car Detailing Scams Are On the Rise
A wave of Facebook scams has emerged, targeting users with fraudulent offers from fictitious car detailing businesses. These scammers entice victims with attractive proposals like “no upfront payments” or special discounts, only to demand “refundable deposits” once communication is established. Such tactics often involve emotional manipulation, urging support for supposed local businesses or guilt-tripping potential
