Tesla owners sue, claiming software update killed EV battery life

Some Tesla owners have reportedly paid third parties as much as $750 to reverse battery-related software updates, the lawsuit claims.

Carjacking crisis overwhelms police nationwide: See where your state ranks

Car thefts are so bad in NYC, the mayor recently handed out 500 airtags to New Yorkers to hide in their vehicles so they can track them if they’re stolen.

There are only 3 new cars priced under $20,000 now

The average new car price was $48,008 in March, according to Kelley Blue Book, a drop of $550 from the prior month.

Kia, Hyundai thefts prompt 17 states to urge recall of cars

TikTok videos have shown how people can start Kia and Hyundai models by using only a screwdriver and a USB cable.

Top 5 cars that cost more used than brand new in Dallas

As used car prices slowly decline, there are some vehicles that are actually pricier lightly used than brand new. These are the top 5 vehicles that cost more used than brand new:

Many electric vehicles to lose big tax credit under proposed new rules

Fewer new EVs will qualify for a full $7,500 federal tax credit under the rules proposed Friday by the U.S. Treasury Department.

Texas Senate bill aims to increase criminal penalties for catalytic converter thieves

Senate Bill 432 would make it a state jail felony for anyone who is found in possession of a stolen catalytic converter. So even if a thief isn't caught in the act, there would still be consequences. The bill does have protections for special circumstances.

Carmakers are dropping AM radios from electric vehicles. Is that bad?

In a letter, former FEMA officials said eliminating AM radio from electric vehicles prevents drivers from receiving safety alerts in an emergency.

Honda to recall 500,000 vehicles to repair seat belt issue

The recalls involve some of Honda’s top-selling cars, including the 2017 through 2020 CR-V, the 2018 and 2019 Accord, the 2018 through 2020 Odyssey, and the 2019 Insight.

Car thefts in US top 1 million for first time since 2008

California led the nation in car thefts last year, followed by Texas. Meanwhile, Illinois experienced the highest spike from 2021, followed by Washington and New York, according to a new report.

Future Ford vehicles could repossess themselves if drivers miss payments

A patent application describes multiple ways in which technology could make vehicle repossessions easier in the future for Ford vehicles.

Most drivers fear autonomous cars, AAA study says

Nearly seven in 10 respondents to a AAA survey said that they fear autonomous vehicles, which is an increase of 13% compared to last year's study.