WeRide Gets California Approval to Test Driverless Cars with Passengers
China-based autonomous driving startup WeRide has secured approval from California regulators to test its driverless vehicles with passengers. The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) granted the permit earlier this month, allowing WeRide to operate its autonomous vehicles in San Jose and nearby areas for the next three years. These WeRide cars in California can carry
Ford and Mazda Issue ‘Do Not Drive’ on Older Cars Due to Faulty Takata Airbags
Ford Motor and Mazda have issued urgent advisories to drivers of certain vehicles still affected by faulty Takata airbags and inflators that could cause severe or fatal injuries. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has warned that these airbag inflators can explode, sending dangerous metal fragments flying toward the driver or passengers. Ford is
GM Recalls Over 21,000 Electric SUVs Due to Brake System Concerns
General Motors is recalling 21,469 Cadillac Lyriq electric SUVs from the 2023-2024 models in the U.S. due to concerns about the unexpected activation of the anti-lock brake system, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The issue will be addressed through an over-the-air software update. The GM electric SUV recall follows a preliminary
Mercedes-Benz Korea Faces Backlash Over EQE Fire Response
Mercedes-Benz Korea is facing growing criticism and losing trust among Korean customers due to its perceived “overly defensive” response to a catastrophic fire involving its EQE electric vehicle (EV). The fire, which broke out earlier this month in an apartment complex parking garage in Incheon, caused massive damage, destroying more than 40 vehicles and severely
Top 10 Largest Car Insurance Companies in the US
The 10 largest car insurance companies in the US account for 77% of the market, making them dominant players in the industry. Leading names like State Farm, Geico, Progressive, Allstate, and USAA top the list, according to 2022 data from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). MarketWatch conducted an in-depth study to evaluate these
Toyota Recalls 22 Models for Load Capacity Label Error
Toyota has issued a recall for 22 vehicle models due to a safety concern involving inaccurate load-carrying capacity labels. This issue could lead to drivers unknowingly overloading their vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall affects approximately 33,484 vehicles manufactured between September 2022 and July 2024. The affected models include popular vehicles such
NHTSA Investigates Tesla’s 2023 Recall After Reports of New Crashes
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating the effectiveness of Tesla’s December 2023 recall of over 2 million vehicles due to concerns about its autopilot features. The investigation follows 20 crashes involving Tesla vehicles with updated software, raising questions about the adequacy of the recall. NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is evaluating
U.S. Investigates Hyundai SUVs for Seat Belt Defect
U.S. auto safety regulators announced on Friday that they have opened a preliminary evaluation into approximately 332,288 Hyundai Palisade SUVs over a potential seat belt defect. The investigation covers models from 2020 to 2023. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the seat belts in these vehicles may inadvertently unlatch without warning, posing
Tesla Pauses $61K Cybertruck Orders, Prioritizes $100K Model
Tesla has stopped accepting orders for the $61,000 version of its Cybertruck, shifting its focus to the higher-end $100,000 model, which is now available for immediate delivery. This decision comes as Tesla manages the demand and supply dynamics of its much-anticipated electric truck. The company, led by CEO Elon Musk, initially reported over 1 million
Stellantis Layoff Affects 2,450 Workers as Ram 1500 Classic Ends
Stellantis plans to lay off up to 2,450 U.S. factory workers later this year as it halts production of the Ram 1500 Classic at its Warren Truck Assembly Plant in Michigan. The Stellantis layoff decision marks the end of the older model, which has served as an affordable option for entry-level buyers and fleet customers