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Toyota Recalls Venza Over Side Airbag Defect

» Posted June 9, 2021Resources

Airbags are a standard safety device that helps prevent and limit injuries for drivers and passengers in the event of a crash. That is, if they work.

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Chevy Bolt Bursts Into Flames, Highlighting Risk for Owners

» Posted June 7, 2021Resources

A viral video of a parked Chevy Bolt bursting into flames in a home garage is bringing new attention to a defect that poses fire risks for many owners of electric vehicles.

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Ford Pours Another $185 Million Into Electric Vehicles Batteries

» Posted June 4, 2021Resources

General Motors is not the only major auto manufacturer steering its future toward electric cars. Ford Motor Co. recently unveiled another big bet on plug-in vehicles, putting down $185 million on a new effort to make batteries in its home state. The company plans to build an “Ion Park” laboratory focused on the “future of battery manufacturing” in Michigan, according to the Detroit Free Press.    

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Tesla Crash Appears to be Another Autopilot Incident

» Posted May 28, 2021Resources

Tesla’s controversial driver-assist Autopilot technology is once again in the spotlight following a fatal accident that killed two people in Texas. It appears that no one was behind the wheel when a Model S recently crashed into a tree in Houston, leaving two passengers dead. Although it is not clear whether Autopilot was engaged at the time of the crash, a local fire marshal report said one person was found in the front passenger seat while the other was found in a rear seat, according to Jalopnik. 

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Citroen to Bring Tiny Electric Car Stateside

» Posted May 26, 2021Resources

Miniature European vehicles are set to invade the U.S., courtesy of French automobile manufacturer Citroen. The Ami, a small electric vehicle that costs around $6,000, is reportedly headed stateside as part of the new EV subscription service, CNBC reports. Free2Move, the service originally launched by Peugeot, is now under the Stellantis umbrella after the company merged with Fiat Chrysler last year.  

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Hyundai Recalls More Cars Over Fire Risk

» Posted May 24, 2021Resources

Hyundai is once again recalling cars over fire risks, becoming the latest major auto manufacturer to tell drivers and federal regulators that vehicles could burst into flames unexpectedly.

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These Chevy, GMC Vans Could Go Up In Flames

» Posted May 21, 2021Resources

General Motors is recalling 10,000 vans that the company says could short circuit and catch fire. The company says it is not aware of any accidents or injuries caused by the defect. Still, GM is also advising owners to park outdoors in the meantime.

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Chip Shortage Expected to Increase New Car Price Tags

» Posted May 19, 2021Resources

Just when automakers thought they were turning the corner on a pandemic prompted slow down in car buying, a new problem is making it harder to churn out vehicles. Semiconductors are in short supply worldwide, stalling vehicle production and upping the prices at the dealership.

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New Rivian Pickup, SUV to Come with 175,000-Mile Warranty

» Posted May 17, 2021Resources

Startup electric carmaker Rivian is making a play for new customers with a generous warranty offer. When the company rolls out its first pickup truck and sport utility vehicle in June, they will come with an eight-year/175,000-mile warranty, Car and Driver reports. That beats the current industry standard - eight years or 100,000 miles - but does not reach a similar unlimited mileage warranty offer from Tesla, the electric vehicle giant with which Rivian wants to compete.

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General Motors Says Seatbelts May Not Work in These SUVs

» Posted May 14, 2021Resources

Seatbelts are vital safety protections that help keep drivers and passengers safe. At least, that is, when they work. General Motors is recalling some 95,000 full-size sport utility vehicles that need to have their seatbelts replaced, the company recently announced. The belts in the third row of seats are prone to damage when the seat is folded.

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