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Nissan Just Issued a Major Recall for Its Funky Variable-Compression Engine

Nissan's variable-compression engine once held so much promise. The so-called VC-Turbo uses a complicated mechanism to allow operation at a low compression ratio for performance, and a high compression ratio for better fuel economy. But, reliability has been a concern, prompting a NHTSA investigation, and now, a massive recall.

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'Check the Back Seat!': 38 US Kids Die Every Year in Hot Cars—Here's How to Stop It

Every year, an average of 38 children in the US die after being left in hot cars. Safety experts urge parents to double-check back seats and use tech reminders to prevent these tragic incidents.

International Business Times UK

‘Lidar is lame’: why Elon Musk’s vision for a self-driving Tesla taxi faltered

The company’s rollout of its new driverless cars has gotten off to a wobbly start – and rival Waymo remains well ahead

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Could Your GM Vehicle's Brakes Catch Fire? What's Behind the Urgent GM Recall?

GM is recalling 62,000+ Chevrolet Silverado trucks due to a brake defect that could ignite fires, even when parked. Check your VIN and act fast to stay safe.

International Business Times UK

Tesla’s Robotaxi rollout has started – and users are taking to the internet to share their horror stories

In one video, a passenger is dropped off in the middle of a busy intersection by their robotaxi

The Independent UK

Tesla's robotaxi rollout is already under investigation, as videos surface of erratic driving

Tesla's Robotaxi roll-out was hailed as a success, but it already has questions to answer.

TechRadar

'Downright Unsafe': Austin Man Takes a Tesla Robotaxi Ride. Here's What To Know Before Hailing One Yourself

Tesla Robotaxis are criticized for being potentially unsafe in inclement weather. Are they?

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This Popular SUV Model Was Quietly Linked to 43 Fatal Fires

When you buy a family SUV, you expect it to be safe. You want a car that gets you to work, takes your kids to school, and handles road trips without worry. But what if the SUV you trust most is quietly linked to dozens of fatal fires? That’s not…

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Automakers Now Say The Government Is 'Stifling Innovation'

Today on Critical Materials: NHTSA blasted for stifling innovation, Tesla's sales are down in Europe (again) and CATL wants to take over the world.

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Videos show Elon Musk's driverless 'Robotaxis' on wrong side of street and phantom break randomly

The US is already investigating Tesla's driverless taxi service, which launched just four days ago.

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GM, Toyota Call Out NHTSA Over Safety Rules, Say Regulator Is 'Stifling Innovation,' Holding Back Autonomous Vehicle Future

Major U.S. automakers, including General Motors Co. (NYSE:GM), Toyota Motor Corp. (NYSE:TM) and more have criticized the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for impeding progress.

Benzinga

Tesla Launches Robotaxi Service, Immediately Gets Attention From Feds

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is already looking into erratic Tesla Robotaxi driving. Plus: BYD is slowing down. Here's what it means.

InsideEVs

U.S. regulators are circling after Tesla’s Robotaxi launch included unexpected behavior and potentially broken traffic laws

The U.S.’s highway safety agency reached out to Tesla after several attendees posted videos of the Tesla vehicles acting erratically.

Fortune

NHTSA Now Targets Tesla Robotaxi After Autonomous EVs Break Traffic Laws

Tesla robotaxi vehicles were spotted breaking traffic laws. The NHTSA is now trying to contact the EV giant.

International Business Times UK

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US investigates Tesla’s Robotaxi launch after videos show erratically driving cars

The limited rollout in Austin, Texas, included pro-Tesla influencers using the paid ride service

InsideEVs

Tesla Tells Feds To Stay Tight-Lipped On Robotaxi Safety Data

Today on Critical Materials: Tesla tells feds its Robotaxi data is confidential, USPS EV scrappage would cost $1.5 billion, and China dumps excess EVs on Brazil

Benzinga

Ford Recalls Aviator SUVs As Adhesive Issue Adds To Automaker's Mounting Recall Woes

Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:F) has recalled over 132,914 Lincoln Aviator SUVs over window bar and C-pillar issues.

Benzinga

Elon Musk's Tesla Faces Wrongful Death Lawsuit Over Model S Crash Which Claimed 3 Lives: Plaintiffs Call Car's Design 'Defective And Unreasonably Dangerous'

Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) faces a wrongful death lawsuit filed in a federal court in New Jersey's Camden over a 2024 crash involving a Tesla Model S that claimed three lives.

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Tesla Robotaxi Faces NHTSA Scrutiny Over Traffic Violations During Austin Launch

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, said it was looking into possible violations of traffic laws involving Tesla Inc.'s (NASDAQ:TSLA) Robotaxis in Austin during Sunday's limited launch event.

Benzinga

Tesla Wants To Keep Its Texas Self-Driving Data Private Amid Austin Robotaxi Launch: Report

Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) seeks to keep its responses to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration or NHTSA's questions regarding the company's FSD technology private, the regulator said.

The Independent UK

Crash dummies used in car safety tests are still modeled after men despite higher risks for women

Although women face the threat of more injury risks in vehicle crashes, the crash test dummies used in U.S. safety tests are designed almost entirely around the body of a man

The Guardian - US

Tesla set to unveil self-driving car service in Austin

Elon Musk’s autonomous robotaxis slated to hit the streets of the Texas capital on Sunday after delayed launch

International Business Times

Tesla Expected To Launch Long-discussed Robotaxi Service

Tesla is expected to begin offering robotaxi service Sunday in Austin, an initial step that Elon Musk's backers believe could lead to the company's next growth wave.

International Business Times UK

Ford Recalls 300,000 Mustang Mach-E Models: Is Your Variant Included?

Ford halts Mach-E sales, recalling 300,000 vehicles for a battery issue. Is your model affected?

InsideEVs

California vs. Trump: The High-Stakes Fight Over Your Next Car

California and other states are fighting to save a 2035 ban on the sale of new gas cars. Plus: Vinfast says it's in it for the long haul.

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