US expected to propose barring Chinese software in autonomous vehicles

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Commerce Department is expected to propose a ban on the use of Chinese software in self-driving and connected cars in the coming weeks, according to people familiar with the matter. The Biden administration is expected to issue proposed rules to ban Chinese software from being used in Level 3 or above […]
Elon Musk’s Tesla Recalls 1.8 Million Vehicles Due to Hood Latch Safety Concerns

Elon Musk’s Tesla has announced a recall of more than 1.8 million vehicles across multiple models due to a hood latch issue that could endanger driver safety. ABC News Reports Tesla has initiated a multi-year recall of more than 1.8 million vehicles, including the 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, and Model X, and the 2020-2024 […]
Tesla recalls nearly 2M vehicles over fear of hood popping open while driving

Elon Musk’s Tesla said on Tuesday it was recalling about 2 million vehicles in the United States because the hoods could open without the driver noticing. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an unlocked hood can open completely, obstructing the driver’s view and increasing the risk of a crash. The electric vehicle pioneer […]
Dozens of attendees stranded after vehicles towed during Trump rally in Charlotte: report

Dozens of Donald Trump supporters in North Carolina were surprised to find their cars towed after they reportedly got permission to park in a Dunkin’ Donuts parking lot during a campaign rally on Wednesday. The rally in Charlotte marked the former president’s first public campaign event since Biden dropped out of the 2024 presidential race […]
Porsche Eases Off Transition to Electric Vehicles amid Low Sales

German luxury car maker Porsche is slowing down its transition to electric vehicles as it takes longer than planned. The company announcement The automaker set a goal on Monday of making 80% of its sales electric vehicles by 2030, according to Reuters. It is worth noting that the Porsche Taycan has been described as a […]
Police car turned over and vehicles set alight in disorder in Leeds | Leeds

Disturbances broke out in Leeds on Thursday evening, leading to a police vehicle overturning and local residents being advised to stay at home. Footage posted on social media showed people throwing objects at a police vehicle before it was knocked over in Harehills, east of the city centre. Video posted on X showed vehicles, including […]
Tech that’s turning big rigs, trucks, even tanks into self-driving vehicles

Have you ever been driving down the highway, seen a large truck beside you, and wondered, “What if those trucks could drive themselves?” So fasten your seat belt and get ready: thanks to companies like Kodiak Robotics, that future is closer than you think. We know what you’re thinking: “Self-driving trucks? Really?” It’s a legitimate […]
BMW Recalls More Than 390,000 Vehicles Due To ‘Exploding’ Airbag Issue

Germany – Economy – Automotive – AGM – BMW The logo of German car manufacturer BMW is seen on a motorcycle in Munich, southern Germany, on May 10, 2023. Car manufacturer BMW’s general shareholders’ meeting will be held in Munich on May 11, 2023. (Photo: Christoph Stache/AFP) (Photo: Christoph Stache/AFP via Getty Images) Avril Elfi […]
BMW recalling more than 390K vehicles due to faulty airbags that can explode

BMW North America will recall more than 390,000 vehicles in the United States equipped with airbag inflators that could explode, causing serious injury or death. The agency said the original steering wheel may have been replaced with a sports or M sport steering wheel equipped with a Takata inflator. NHTSA said that if the inflator […]
GM will pay $146 million in penalties because 5.9 million older vehicles emit excess carbon dioxide

General Motors will pay about $146 million in fines to the federal government because 5.9 million older vehicles don’t meet emissions and fuel economy standards. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a statement Wednesday that some GM vehicles from model years 2012 to 2018 do not meet federal fuel economy standards. The fine […]