House committee approves the SELF DRIVE Act for self-driving cars
Lawmakers Push for Autonomous Vehicle Safety Standards On Tuesday, a group of lawmakers, spearheaded by Rep. Bob Latta (R-Ohio), began seriously discussing how Congress might tackle the future of self-driving cars. Their focus is on creating national safety standards that could potentially overrule state regulations governing these emerging technologies. The House Energy and Commerce Committee […]
Snow plows in NYC crashed into parked cars and left the area.
Snowplow Driver Flees Scene After Hitting Several Cars A snowplow operator in the city collided with at least five parked vehicles following a recent snowstorm, then drove away, according to law enforcement and affected car owners. One driver, living at Netherland Avenue and West 236th Street in the Bronx, reported that a sanitation truck struck […]
Protesters create a checkpoint on a Minneapolis street to halt cars.
In Minneapolis, activists opposing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) established informal street checkpoints aimed at identifying federal agents. A recent video showcased these activists stopping vehicles and questioning drivers to assess if they were affiliated with ICE. Footage captured an individual in a black coat and mask approaching a halted car, inquiring whether it was […]
Snowplow driver in Philadelphia films himself deliberately dumping snow on cars
Snowplow Driver Pranks Resident in Philadelphia A recent incident in Philadelphia saw a snowplow driver from the city’s Sanitation Department “deliberately” dumping a significant amount of snow on a parked car while filming himself. The driver shared a video filled with expletives right after a winter storm, named Fern, dropped over 9 inches of snow […]
Electric Cars Outperform Gasoline Vehicles in European Sales for the First Time
Electric Cars Surpass Gasoline Vehicles in Europe December marked a significant milestone in Europe’s automotive landscape, with electric vehicle (EV) sales finally outnumbering those of traditional gasoline cars for the first time. This shift indicates a major evolution in consumer preferences across the continent. According to a recent report, European consumers purchased over 300,000 electric […]
GM recalls more than 80,000 Chevy cars due to faulty pedestrian alert sound system, highlighting a significant danger.
Chevrolet Issues Major Recall for Over 80,000 Vehicles Federal regulators have announced a recall affecting more than 80,000 Chevrolet vehicles due to a faulty pedestrian warning system. In a notice issued last December, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) flagged that some 2025-2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV models aren’t compliant with federal safety regulations. Specifically, […]
Two men charged with entering multiple cars and taking guns and cash near a stadium during the Carolina Panthers playoff game.
Break-ins During Panthers Playoff Game Two men were taken into custody for allegedly breaking into 24 cars at an overflow parking lot close to Bank of America Stadium during the Carolina Panthers playoff game on Saturday. Naim Stroman-El and Anthony Canada, both 35, along with another individual still on the run, reportedly forced their way […]
New cars manufactured in the USA are eligible for Trump tax benefit, according to the IRS.
January 1, 2026, 9:11 a.m. ET Taxpayers purchasing a new vehicle in 2025 might qualify for significant tax breaks next filing season, provided the vehicle is produced in the United States, according to the Internal Revenue Service. Those interested should check their vehicle information labels (VINs) to see if their 2025 purchases are eligible for […]
31 cars derailed from a freight train in Kentucky, leading to a sulfur leak and resulting actions.
Freight Train Derailment in Kentucky Early Thursday morning, over 30 freight trains derailed in Kentucky, with at least one leaking hazardous chemicals, authorities have reported. The incident took place around 7 a.m. local time in Todd County, prompting a half-mile shelter-in-place order that was later lifted by 11 a.m. Aerial images captured the chaotic scene, […]
The Risk of Deadly Crashes in Hybrid Vehicles Is Three Times Greater than in Gas-Powered Cars
Recent data from the UK Department for Transport highlights a troubling trend: hybrid car drivers are three times more likely to be involved in fatal accidents compared to traditional petrol car drivers. According to a report, hybrid vehicles, which integrate both a petrol engine and an electric motor, have been linked to a significant number […]