South Pasadena Unveils Nation’s First All-Electric Police Fleet
South Pasadena has become the first city in the U.S. to replace its police patrol cars with electric vehicles, unveiling a fleet of 20 Teslas on Monday. The move toward the South Pasadena electric police fleet aims to protect public health and fight climate change by reducing emissions. The city, located on the edge of
Ford’s Mystichrome Paint Returns for 2024 Mustangs via RTR
Mystichrome, the color-shifting paint Ford first introduced in 2004 for the SVT Mustang Cobra, is making a comeback for the 2024 Mustangs. However, this exclusive option is only available through RTR Vehicles. Starting with the 2024 model year, RTR Vehicles offers Mystichrome as a Premium Paint option. Mystichrome, known for its mesmerizing blend of blue,
Tesla Recalls Over 1.8 Million Vehicles Due to Faulty Hood Latch
Tesla is recalling more than 1.8 million vehicles due to a potential issue with the hood latch assembly that could obstruct the driver’s view and increase the risk of a crash, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The Tesla faulty hood latch recall affects the following models: The electric automaker reported that
Teardown Reveals Catastrophic Engine Failure in BMW M5
The BMW M5, particularly the F10 model with its twin-turbo V-8 engine, is notorious for reliability issues as mileage increases. A recent teardown video by the I Do Cars YouTube channel showcases one such problem that led to a motor failure in this high-performance vehicle. The 4.4-liter V-8 engine, codenamed S63TU, was dismantled to uncover
Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrids Recalled Again for Fire Risk
Chrysler has issued a new recall for its Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid minivans due to an ongoing fire risk linked to flaws in the battery pack. This latest recall affects Pacificas from the 2017 to 2021 model years, expanding on a previous recall. The initial recall involved a software update designed to monitor battery conditions and
Toyota to Replace 100,000 Engines in Tundra and LX SUVs
Toyota and Lexus are set to replace roughly 100,000 engines in certain 2022 and 2023 Tundra pickups and LX SUVs due to a recall issued in May over machining debris left in the engines during manufacturing. In an updated statement on July 25, Toyota confirmed that the solution involves replacing the entire engine. The recall
Ford Patents Car Tech to Automatically Report Speeders
Ford Motor Co. has filed a patent for a system enabling cars to report speeding drivers to the police. The application, titled “Systems and Methods for Detecting Speeding Violations,” was published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office on July 18, 2024. The Ford speeding tech would use vehicles to monitor each other’s speeds.
Maserati Recalls MC20 and MC20 Cielo Vehicles for Tire Label Error
Maserati North America, Inc. is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maserati MC20 and 2023-2024 MC20 Cielo vehicles due to incorrect Vehicle Capacity Weight (VCW) information on the tire label, increasing the risk of a crash. This issue results in non-compliance with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, “Tire Selection and Rims.” The company announced
BMW Recalls Over 290,000 Vehicles Due to Faulty Cargo Rail Bolts
BMW announced on Wednesday a recall of more than 290,000 vehicles in North America to address faulty bolts that may cause the interior cargo rail to detach in the event of a rear-end collision. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the attachment bolts in the affected models could become damaged during a
GM Delays Origin Autonomous Vehicle Production
General Motors is indefinitely postponing the production of its GM Origin autonomous vehicle as its Cruise self-driving unit focuses on relaunching operations. Cruise will now prioritize the next-generation Chevrolet Bolt for autonomous vehicle development, shifting away from the Origin due to cost and regulatory uncertainties. This decision, announced in a letter to shareholders Tuesday, follows