Multiple Deaths Spur Investigation Into Ford BlueCruise Hands-Free Driving Tech While Tesla Autopilot Stays Under Scrutiny
The NHTSA opened its investigation the same day it announced a query into Tesla’s Autopilot recall remedy.
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90% of New Cars Already Have Automatic Emergency Braking – Here’s Why We Need More Regulations
AEB is already standard on most new cars, but incoming rules will make a big difference.
Tesla Layoffs Continue With Harsh Email to Staff From Musk As New Product Pipeline Remains Empty
Musk promised to continue manufacturing cars and then asked for resignations from executives who can’t prove their teams are “excellent, necessary, and trustworthy.”
US Airlines Rake in Billions of Customer Cash Each Year for ‘Seating Fees’
Southwest Airlines posted a $231 million loss for Q1 2024; considering all factors, they might add seating fees to close the gap.
Jerry Seinfeld Once Rolled a Car with Failed Brakes to Stop It From Careening Into an Intersection
The comedian and car collector escaped the single-car accident uninjured.
Automakers Will Be Cited for Driverless Car Traffic Violations, California Bill Proposes
A set of autonomous vehicle laws is in progress in California. Details inside.
Car Insurance Might Not Cover Tornado Damage
We’re looking at how car insurance and FEMA fit into the picture when it comes to damage caused by a tornado.
NHTSA Opens New Investigation Questioning Tesla’s Autopilot Recall Remedy
The Autopilot query is opened as China removes restrictions on Tesla’s Full Self-Driving mode.
You Can Get a Wittle Wecovery Board to Match Your TRD Pro’s Wittle Wadder
This twaction board fits in nicely with the running joke, no?
What Was the NASA Space Trash That Plunked Through a Florida Home Made Of?
A canister from space crashed through Florida home last month. Here's what was inside.
2.6M Unprotected Vehicle Towing Records Breached, Exposes Costly Fees Drivers Face or Give Up Their Car
A cybersecurity researcher found millions of exposed towing records and noticed possible fee gouging in many.
Netflix’s ‘Tires’ Starring Shane Gillis Has ‘The Office’ Meets ‘Eastbound and Down’ Vibes
Watch the preview clip from Netflix here.
AAA Warns About ‘Spillover Speeding’ Dangers, Locals Near Freeways Most at Risk
“Spillover speeding” has a measurable negative effect on the residential streets near freeway exit ramps.
110-Year-Old ‘Supercentenarian’ Drives His Hyundai Whenever He Wants
The retired auto parts manager and volunteer firefighter lives independently in his New Jersey home.
A Crazy Number of Subaru Legacy Vehicles Sold in the Last 10 Years Are Still on the Road Today
According to Subaru and Experian, the retiring sedan is heavily retained by its owners.
Buick Was Ahead of the Game with Caitlin Clark’s NIL Deal
Buick partnered with the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer back in March 2023.
The SunPass Toll Text Scam Is Everywhere Now – Here’s How to Spot It
This toll text scam is all kinds of wonky. Details here.
Tesla Moves Up Entry-Level EV, Calming Investors Despite Lack of Details
While Tesla stock has dipped 42% year-to-date, it gets a boost from leaning into what investors are begging for.
Distracted Drivers Aren’t Just Texting, and It’s All Inexcusable
You might be surprised to find just how much folks are doing on their phones while driving.
The First U.S. Speed Limit Law Dates Back to 1652 and Inflicted a Steep Fine on Violators
New Amsterdam, or modern-day New York, issued a decree more than 350 years ago demanding folks slow it down.
