Mercedes recalls 7,300 electric SUVs over battery fire risk

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 7,362 electric SUVs in the U.S. over the risk of a battery fire. Here's what to know.

Court throws out car-buying transparency rule: What consumers should know

Experts explain why the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit struck down a rule that they say could have help consumers save billions in the car buying process.

1 in 5 vehicles on US roads have an unresolved recall. Is yours one of them?

An estimated one in five vehicles on the road have an unresolved recall, a 16% increase over the past two years, according to new research by CARFAX.

Car insurance prices jumped most for these states in 2024

Car insurance rates increased by an average of 15% last year. Here’s which states saw the biggest jump, and why.

Subaru recalls over 20,000 SUVs for defective wheels

Subaru is recalling more than 20,000 Forester SUVs because of a potential wheel issue that can increase the risk of a crash.

Los Angeles fire cleanup complicated by 'unprecedented' number of EVs with combustible lithium-ion batteries

According to the California Energy Commission, more than 99,000 zero-emission vehicles were sold in Los Angeles County in 2024 alone, including battery electric, plug-in hybrid and fuel cell electric vehicles.

Honda recalls nearly 295,000 vehicles in US over engine stall issues

Honda is recalling nearly 295,000 vehicles in the U.S. over an issue that can cause the engine to stall or lose power. Here's what to know.

Suspect carjacks woman, runs her over with her own car

A man has been charged after allegedly carjacking a woman and then running her over with her car in Fremont, officials said. 

Ford recalls thousands of trucks due to crash risk: What to know

What to know about Ford's latest recall of electric F-150 Lightning trucks and how to check if your vehicle needs inspection.

These new California driving laws go into effect Jan. 1, 2025

Heads up, California drivers! Several new laws beginning Jan. 1, 2025 will impact you when it comes to parking, insurance claims, and more.

California DMV revokes 'LOLOCT7' license plate after backlash

A Tesla Cybertruck in Culver City was spotted with “hateful” license plates apparently mocking Oct. 7, prompting the DMV to take action, but the family says the plates are a tribute to the driver's Filipino heritage.

New California laws going into effect in 2025

New California laws go into effect on Jan. 1, 2025, including one on overdraft fees and several to combat retail theft.

Hyundai, Kia recall over 208,000 EVs; could suffer loss of power

The recalls cover Hyundai and Genesis vehicles including the 2022 through 2024 Ioniq 5, the 2023 through 2025 Ioniq 6, GV60 and GV70, and the 2023 and 2024 G80.