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.

Advance Auto Parts closing over 700 locations following sluggish performance

Advance Auto Parts will close over 700 locations, including corporate stores and independently-owned locations, as part of a financial restructuring effort.

Tesla Cybertrucks facing voluntary recall over drive inverter malfunction

The Tesla Cybertruck is seeing another recall after reports have risen regarding the vehicle's inverter, whose malfunction could increase the risk of a crash.

1.4M Honda vehicles under investigation following concerns of engine failure

The U.S. government's highway safety agency is conducting an investigation regarding claims that engines could fail on as many as 1.4 million Honda and Acura vehicles.

Nissan to cut 9K jobs, reduce CEO's monthly pay by 50% as company faces 'severe situation'

Nissan President and CEO Makoto Uchida volunteered to immediately begin forfeiting half of his monthly compensation, and other executive committee members also volunteered to take pay cuts.