Cars
Ford setting records in safety recalls as software issues plague drivers
More than 20 million vehicles recalled last year - trucks most affected
Cars
Gas, electric, hybrid or some combination, cars are both an obsession and a necessity.
Cars
Tesla Model Y passes new federal safety benchmark, but advocates warn drivers not to confuse it with self-driving
Critics also renewed concerns about whether consumers may overestimate Tesla’s “Autopilot” and “Full Self-Driving” systems
Cars
Consumer groups warn heavier trucks could shift billions in road costs to drivers, taxpayers
Coalition of 25+ groups urges Congress to reject proposals to raise truck weight limits above 80,000 pounds
Consumer Protection
FTC, Maryland settle with Lindsey Auto Group
Consumers who paid more than $75 million in fees from 2020–2025 may be eligible for refunds
Cars
Trump auto-loan tax break gets off to a sluggish start, misses the typical car buyer's needs
Income caps, vehicle rules and modest savings blunt appeal
Cars
Tesla's self-driving system getting a closer look from federal safety regulators
NHTSA escalates its probe into the final stage before a recall could be ordered
Cars
Car dealers warned to clean up their pricing disclosures
What consumers should watch out for when shopping for a car
Cars
How NOT to save on gas as prices climb skyward
The driver is the biggest factor in fuel efficiency. We run down a few other factors
Cars
GM Sued over engine failures in Chevrolet and Buick vehicles
Consumers say the alleged defect can cause sudden engine failure while driving
Cars
Who decides if you can buy a new Scout truck?
U.S. dealers are building as many fences as they can to block direct sales and new imports
Cars
Extended auto warranties: promises & pitfalls
Why millions buy them — and why regulators say caution is essential
Cars
Florida cracks down on car warranty companies
Extended auto warranties are OK in some cases but should be handled with care