Trump Threatens Severe Tariffs on Mexican Cars If Elected
Donald Trump, speaking at the Economic Club of Chicago, issued a stern warning about imposing high tariffs on Mexican car imports if he wins the upcoming presidential election. He described Mexico as a significant challenge for the United States, citing massive automotive factories being built there as a threat to U.S. manufacturing states like Michigan
SoCal Welcomes First Full-Service Santa Ana EV Charging Center
Rove inaugurated its first full-service electric vehicle (EV) charging center in Santa Ana on Tuesday, bringing a new level of convenience to EV owners in Southern California. Located at 1008 E. 17th Street, the facility features 40 fast chargers capable of servicing over 1,000 EVs daily. Designed to resemble a rest stop rather than a
Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Recall Affects Over 42,000 Vehicles Due to Brake Issues
Toyota has issued a recall for 42,199 of its 2023 and 2024 Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles due to a faulty brake actuator assembly that may reduce braking force and increase stopping distances. The recall, as detailed in documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), targets a specific software error within the skid-control
Four Killed in Tesla Crash and Fire in France
Four individuals died in a tragic accident in France when their Tesla vehicle struck a road sign and caught fire, according to police reports on Monday. The crash occurred Saturday night near Niort, with the exact details still under investigation by local authorities. Lt. Eric Hoarau, a local police spokesman, noted that evidence at the
DOJ Questions Fisker Recall Charges, Calls Them Illegal
The U.S. Department of Justice has declared that bankrupt electric vehicle manufacturer Fisker’s strategy to offload the costs of vehicle recalls onto customers breaches legal standards. This announcement came through a court filing on Monday, amidst Fisker’s ongoing bankruptcy proceedings initiated in June. The company, which has been attempting to reorganize its debts and sell
Keanu Reeves Spins Out in Racing Debut at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Hollywood star Keanu Reeves took to the racetrack for his professional auto racing debut this Saturday at the renowned Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Despite a spin-out on the exit of Turn 9 during the race, Reeves showed resilience by re-entering the track and continuing the race, unharmed. Competing in the Toyota GR Cup — a spec-racing
Hyundai Elantra N Warranty Issues Surface Amidst Engine Failure Claims
The Hyundai Elantra N, known for its affordability and sporty appeal, has encountered some roadblocks, including multiple recalls and noise complaints. Recently, a more troubling issue has emerged involving warranty disputes. Christian Matzoros, a college student, experienced a sudden engine failure in his Elantra N at 46,000 kilometers. Despite having an extended warranty, Hyundai has
New Risks for Electric Vehicles Exposed by Hurricane Helene
A Tesla in Florida burst into flames after seawater contact, highlighting new risks for electric vehicles (EV). Captured on surveillance and shared by WFLA-TV on X, the footage showed the rapid ignition and complete engulfment of the vehicle. This incident underscores the dangers of “thermal runaway,” where saltwater causes short circuits in EV batteries, potentially
Ford Announces Recalls for 2024 Bronco Sport and Explorer Models
Ford has issued recalls for specific 2024 vehicle models due to critical issues that could potentially increase the risk of accidents and fires. The affected models include the Bronco Sport and the Explorer with 3.3L Hybrid engines. Ford Bronco Sport Recall Details: For the 2024 Bronco Sport, the issue centers on the body and powertrain
Cruise to Pay $1.5 Million Penalty for Not Fully Reporting Pedestrian Crash
General Motors’ autonomous vehicle division, Cruise, has agreed to pay a $1.5 million penalty after failing to fully report an incident involving a pedestrian, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced on Monday. The October 2, 2023, crash led to significant repercussions, including the suspension of Cruise’s driverless operations nationwide and the revocation of
