» Posted March 13, 2019 Resources
When you buy or lease a car, one of the things you don’t want to skimp on is the brakes. Nissan North America is recalling roughly 86,000 Murano SUVS over concerns about the antilock brake system. A defect may make it harder for drivers to use them.
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» Posted March 11, 2019 Resources
A recent recall out of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration may change the way people think about “hot” sports cars.
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» Posted March 8, 2019 Resources
If you thought the fallout from the Volkswagen emissions cheating scandal was over, think again. The Securities and Exchange Commission recently accused the German carmaker and its former chief executive officer of perpetrating a “massive fraud” on investors by lying about VW vehicles’ environmental compliance.
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» Posted March 6, 2019 Resources
So much for Apple’s foray into the world of self-driving cars. The tech giant best known for making iPhones and other devices appears to be pushing the pause button on a plan to design an autonomous vehicle.
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» Posted March 4, 2019 Resources
Toyota is joining the growing trend of carmakers that offer drivers the option of sampling the goods through a subscription service. The Japanese automobile manufacturer announced last month that it’s launching a subscription service that will allow users to pay a flat rate for access to a car and related expenses like insurance, registration and maintenance.
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» Posted February 27, 2019 Resources
Elon Musk and company are pouring some big bucks into bolstering their battery power. Tesla plans to spend $218 million to make their electronic cars run longer on one charge and ensure that their batteries are easier to refill.
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» Posted February 25, 2019 Resources
Fiat Chrysler has a big problem on its hands with some of the most popular trucks in the country. The company recently told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration about serious defects in some of its trucks.
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» Posted February 22, 2019 Resources
Cars have become a popular mode of transportation because they’re usually an easier way to get from Point A to Point B than doing it the old fashioned way, by foot. That’s why some people may be surprised to hear that one automaker is working on a new vehicle that walks.
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» Posted February 20, 2019 Resources
Technological advances have changed what it means to get behind the wheel of a car. From power steering and crash avoidance technology to Bluetooth connectivity, new bells and whistles make driving not only more comfortable but also often a safer experience.
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» Posted February 18, 2019 Resources
Many truck drivers make decisions about which vehicles to buy based on how much stuff they can haul. But hitting the road with a heavy load tied to the back can also create some safety hazards. That’s why GMC is rolling out a line of trucks with “invisible” trailers.
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