IIHS data reveals wide gap in per capita traffic fatality rates across the country: See rates for each state

A state-by-state breakdown from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) shows a wide gap in per capita traffic fatality rates in 2024 across the country, highlighted by the gap between Mississippi and Rhode Island.

Waymo autonomous rides now open to public in Dallas as waitlist ends

Waymo has opened its fully autonomous driverless ride-hailing service to all residents and visitors in Dallas, removing its waitlist while continuing testing for future freeway and airport routes.

Ford F-150, F-250 recall issued over rear camera issue

Ford is recalling tens of thousands of its trucks over a software issue that can sometimes prevent a driver from seeing the video from the rear-facing camera.

Mercedes-Benz faces potential US ban under new Senate bill

A new bill targeting Chinese automakers could result in Mercedes-Benz being barred from selling vehicles in the U.S.

More than 500K Ford SUVs recalled over risk of engine fire

More than half a million Ford SUVs have been recalled over increased risk of fire in the engine compartment.

Texas launches Operation Slowdown with increased speed patrols starting July 18

Texas law enforcement agencies are launching the annual "Operation Slowdown" campaign from July 18 through August 2, increasing patrols and speed enforcement to reduce the state's leading cause of traffic fatalities.

BMW recalls 29,000 vehicles, advises drivers to park outside

German automaker BMW is recalling three of its hybrid models over concerns about an issue with the starter that could cause it to overheat, even when the car is not running. The recall covers more than 29,000 vehicles in all.

Honda recalls 325K Odyssey minivans over another rear-view camera issue

Hundreds of thousands of minivans are being recalled by Honda over a problem with their rear-view camera, including those that were included in a previous one related to the same issue.

Toyota announces $3.6 Billion San Antonio plant expansion, 2,000 new jobs

Toyota is doubling down on Texas with a massive $3.6 billion expansion that will bring thousands of new jobs and shift production of its beloved Tacoma pickup truck from Mexico to San Antonio.

Texas and Oklahoma partner on real-time traffic data to cut highway delays

TxDOT and Oklahoma have launched a real-time data-sharing traffic network. The upgrade came just in time to manage the massive travel surges expected for the World Cup, according to TxDOT officials.

Ford recalls over 741,000 vehicles due to issue with park system

Ford’s latest recall covers certain Ford F-150, Lincoln Aviator, Ford Explorer, Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition vehicles manufactured between 2018 and 2021.

Volkswagen reportedly considers closing 4 German factories, cutting up to 100,000 jobs

Volkswagen is reportedly considering closing four factories in Germany and eliminating up to 100,000 jobs as part of what could become the largest restructuring in the company's history.

Nearly 4,000 robotaxis recalled over risk of driving in construction zones

A new recall of Waymo’s robotaxis comes after multiple reported incidents of the autonomous vehicles driving past ramp closures into construction sites.

Ford recalls more than 255,000 Focus vehicles over engine stall risk

Ford announced a recall covering more than a quarter million Ford Focus vehicles over an issue that may cause the engine to stall unexpectedly.

Honda recalls more than 880,000 vehicles over rear suspension failure risk

Honda is recalling more than 880,000 SUVs and pickup trucks in the U.S. because a key rear suspension part can rust and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.