Ford has filed a new patent for technology that could allow cars to automatically report speeders. This high-tech system uses cameras and sensors to spot when a vehicle is speeding, capture images, and send this information to the authorities or nearby police vehicles. While Ford says this technology is intended
A Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle sparked a massive fire in an underground parking lot in South Korea, destroying dozens of cars and forcing hundreds of people to evacuate. The blaze, which raged for eight hours, has put the spotlight on the safety of electric vehicles (EVs), especially in densely populated areas
A new study has uncovered which electric vehicles (EVs) are involved in the most fatal crashes. The Lucid Air tops the list with the highest crash rate despite its low sales, while the Tesla Model 3, although having the most fatal accidents, has a relatively lower crash rate due to
As of 2024, 60 countries are set to ban gasoline and diesel cars by specific dates to combat climate change. Norway leads the charge, aiming for a total shift to electric vehicles by 2025. Europe is moving quickly too, with the EU targeting 2035, though some countries are pushing for
Want to know which cars are most likely to break down or have annoying tech issues? J.D. Power’s 2024 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study has just released its rankings, showing that Lexus and Toyota are the most reliable brands, while Chrysler is the least dependable, with over 300 problems per 100
Hyundai is facing a major lawsuit from Napleton Aurora Imports and other dealers, who accuse the company of pressuring them to inflate their electric vehicle (EV) sales figures. According to the lawsuit, Hyundai allegedly instructed dealers to report unsold cars as “sold” or “loaned out,” only to reverse these transactions
Discover why Canada has become a surprising hotspot for car thefts, ranking among the top 10 countries globally according to Interpol. Since integrating its stolen vehicle data with Interpol in February 2024, Canada has detected over 1,500 stolen cars worldwide, highlighting a growing problem. The rise in thefts is fueled
Saudi Arabian airline Saudia has placed a significant order for 100 electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles from the German air taxi firm Lilium. This move marks a major step towards integrating flying taxis into mainstream transportation, with the deal set to be finalized during an upcoming event at
Stellantis, a major car manufacturer in Italy, faced a significant drop in production during the first half of the year, down 25% compared to last year. The decline was especially sharp at plants like Melfi and Mirafiori, where production fell by as much as 63%. Delays in government subsidies for
