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April 19, 2024 at 4:22 PM

UAW vote at Tennessee plant will test resurgent labor movement

4,000 workers at the Volkswagen facility are eligible to vote.
April 19, 2024 at 4:22 PM
UAW vote at Tennessee plant will test resurgent labor movement
April 17, 2024 at 7:54 PM

Why the UAW vote at Volkswagen is significant for workers across US

Roughly 4,000 voters at a Volkswagen facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee, begin casting their union ballots today.
April 17, 2024 at 7:54 PM
Why the UAW vote at Volkswagen is significant for workers across US
April 17, 2024 at 12:38 PM

Edmunds: Avoid these 3 mistakes when buying a used car sight unseen

Sometimes you need to buy a car you’ve never seen
April 17, 2024 at 12:38 PM
April 16, 2024 at 7:26 PM

Southern governors tell autoworkers that voting for a union will put their jobs in jeopardy

On the eve of a vote on union representation at Volkswagen’s Tennessee factory, Gov. Bill Lee and five other southern governors are telling workers that voting for a union will put jobs in jeopardy
April 16, 2024 at 7:26 PM
April 13, 2024 at 3:35 PM

Electric sports cars are starting a 'performance arms race,' engineer says

"There's going to come a point where physics gets in the way," according to McLaren engineer Sandy Holford.
April 13, 2024 at 3:35 PM
This automaker has an answer to electric sports cars
April 12, 2024 at 1:18 PM

Ford is under investigation for Bronco Sport gas leaks. US says its remedy doesn't fix the problem

The U.S. is investigating a Ford recall for gasoline leaks from fuel injector cracks that can cause engine fires, saying that the remedy doesn’t fix the leaks
April 12, 2024 at 1:18 PM
US opens investigation into Ford gasoline leak
April 10, 2024 at 8:30 PM

Ford recalls nearly 43,000 SUVs due to gas leaks that can cause fires, but remedy won't fix leaks

Ford is recalling nearly 43,000 small SUVs because gasoline can leak from the fuel injectors onto hot engine surfaces, increasing the risk of fires
April 10, 2024 at 8:30 PM
Ford recalls nearly 43,000 SUVs due to gas leaks that can cause fires
April 5, 2024 at 4:54 PM

Ford to delay production of new electric pickup and large SUV as US EV sales growth slows

With U.S. electric vehicle sales starting to slow, Ford Motor Co. says it will delay rolling out new electric pickup trucks and a new large electric SUV as it adds gas-electric hybrids to its model lineup
April 5, 2024 at 4:54 PM
April 4, 2024 at 1:09 PM

New reports warns of rise in online used car scams

The Better Business Bureau says scammers are turning to new tactics to trick buyers, especially for those looking to buy classic cars.
April 4, 2024 at 1:09 PM
New reports warns of rise in online used car scams
March 29, 2024 at 8:35 PM

Kia’s design chief talks about the brand's design philosophy

Karim Habib, head of Kia Global Design, says design is an important factor for customers.
March 29, 2024 at 8:35 PM
Kia’s design chief talks about the brand's design philosophy
March 28, 2024 at 3:26 AM

Transit officials approve New York City traffic congestion fee

New York City's Metro Transit Authority has approved a first-in-the-nation congestion fee for drivers traveling into the heart of Manhattan.
March 28, 2024 at 3:26 AM
New York City transit officials approve $15 commuter toll
1 month ago

Chrysler recalling 280,000 vehicles

Chrysler is recalling more than 280,000 cars over an airbag issue and Donald Trump's social media platform may be going public.
1 month ago
Chrysler recalling 280,000 vehicles
1 month ago

Meet your new virtual assistant: The AI in your car

Mercedes-Benz says its new virtual assistant transforms the "car-driver relationship."
1 month ago
Meet your new virtual assistant: The AI in your car
1 month ago

Modern female crash dummies can improve safety for women, experts say

Experts believe developing a more modern female crash dummy can save the lives of women in car crashes.
1 month ago
Modern female crash dummies can improve safety for women, experts say
1 month ago

New EPA vehicle standards would cut US emissions, ramp up pressure for more EVs

The Environmental Protection Agency announced new vehicle emissions standards Wednesday that will push the U.S. auto industry to make more electric cars and trucks.
1 month ago
New EPA vehicle standards would cut US emissions, ramp up pressure for more EVs
1 month ago

EPA announces new vehicle emissions standards

The new vehicle emissions standards puts pressure the industry to make more electric vehicles.
1 month ago
EPA announces new vehicle emissions standards
1 month ago

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe says he's changing mindsets of what's 'possible in an electric vehicle'

Our vehicles "shift mindsets in terms of what's possible in an electric vehicle," said CEO RJ Scaringe.
1 month ago
Rivian's new low-cost SUV could take sales away from Tesla
1 month ago

Rivian CEO says company is changing mindsets on electric vehicles

In the interview with ABC News, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe said the company’s vehicles “shift mindsets in terms of what’s possible in an electric vehicle.”
1 month ago
Rivian CEO says company is changing mindsets on electric vehicles
2 months ago

Waymo approved to expand robotaxi service to LA

Waymo has been approved to expand its driverless taxi service to Los Angeles while concerns mount over self-driving cars and vehicle safety.
2 months ago
Waymo approved to expand robotaxi service to LA
2 months ago

Ritzy parties, billion-dollar auctions: 2 events are changing the car hobby

Two major car events are taking place the same weekend in Florida.
2 months ago
How these 2 events are trying to save car culture in the US
2 months ago

'The door is open': How 2 Black GM employees are working to boost diversity in the auto industry

"Do not let obstacles be roadblocks," said Dom Lester, a chief engineer at General Motors.
2 months ago
GM engineer sets example for fellow minorities
2 months ago

2 Black GM workers share their experiences in the automotive industry

"Do not let obstacles be roadblocks," said GM chief engineer Dom Lester.
2 months ago
2 Black GM workers share their experiences in the automotive industry
2 months ago

Why 2024 may be the best year to buy a new car or truck

More automakers are offering deep discounts to move inventory.
2 months ago
Why 2024 may be the best year to buy a new car or truck
2 months ago

Experts weigh in on why there are so many car recalls

The near-daily headlines warning of a recall amount to more than an eye-catching coincidence.
2 months ago
Experts weigh in on why there are so many car recalls
2 months ago

What to know about Parent PLUS loan forgiveness

ABC News' Alexis Christoforous reports on options to pay Parent PLUS loans and electric vehicle tax breaks in today's "Ask Alexis."
2 months ago
What to know about Parent PLUS loan forgiveness
3 months ago

Toyota warns 50,000 drivers to stop driving over airbag issue

Models include the 2003-2004 Corolla, Corolla Matrix and 2004-2005 Rav 4, with Toyota citing an issue with the age of the airbags that could cause injury or death to drivers and passengers.
3 months ago
Toyota warns 50,000 drivers to stop driving over airbag issue
3 months ago

Car insurance rates have soared 36% since 2020. Here’s why.

The rate increases coincided with a jump in the price of cars and auto repairs.
3 months ago
Car insurance rates have soared 36% since 2020. Here’s why.
3 months ago

Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm is confident more Americans will love electric vehicles

Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm sat down with ABC News to discuss Americans' concerns over electric vehicles.
3 months ago
'Political nonsense' about electric vehicles will 'die down,' energy secretary says
3 months ago

US energy secretary on how to get more Americans excited about EVs

Sec. Jennifer Granholm says falling prices on EVs will help boost sales.
3 months ago
US energy secretary on how to get more Americans excited about EVs
3 months ago

Ford, Kia recall vehicles

Ford is recalling nearly 2 million Explorers from 2011 to 2019, while Kia is recalling 101,000 vehicles for similar problems with roof molding.
3 months ago
Ford, Kia recall vehicles
3 months ago

Ford cuts back on EV truck production

The automaker claimed that lower sales of its F-150 Lightning have slowed and it will move 1,400 workers to gas engine vehicles.
3 months ago
Ford cuts back on EV truck production
3 months ago

What to know about a proposed Wisconsin tax on electric vehicle chargers

The number of electric vehicles registered in Wisconsin has exploded in recent years.
3 months ago
What to know about a proposed Wisconsin tax on electric vehicle chargers
3 months ago

What to know about a proposed Wisconsin tax on electric vehicle chargers

The measure aims to expand Wisconsin's network of EV charging stations.
3 months ago
Why Wisconsin may start taxing EV chargers
3 months ago

DOT announces $623 million in grants to support EV charging infrastructure

The grants will support 47 projects in 22 states and Puerto Rico.
3 months ago
DOT announces $623M for EV charging infrastructure
4 months ago

Automotive tech trends in the new year

ABC News’ Danny New explains how your car could soon change color on demand or even buy your food.
4 months ago
Automotive tech trends in the new year
4 months ago

Electric vehicle sales are slowing. No need for panic yet, insiders say.

EV sales slowed down in 2023. Will the trend reverse this year?
4 months ago
Here's why electric vehicle sales are slowing, experts say
4 months ago

Cybertruck arrives, manual mania and a hybrid renaissance: The biggest surprises in autos for 2023

The trends that shook up the automotive industry in 2023.
4 months ago
Manual mania, Cybertruck's arrival: 5 shockers in the auto industry
4 months ago

Honda and Toyota recall nearly 4 million vehicles combined

The recall involves 2017 to 2020 Hondas and Acura models and 15 different Toyota models from 2020 and 2021.
4 months ago
Honda and Toyota recall nearly 4 million vehicles combined
4 months ago

Tesla recalls 2 million vehicles over autopilot safety issue, government agency says

Tesla will release a software update for the cars.
4 months ago
Tesla recalls 2 million vehicles over autopilot safety issue, government agency says
4 months ago

Tesla to recall more than 2 million cars

The recall is due to an issue with the Autopilot feature and comes after a two-year investigation by the NHTSA into a series of crashes.
4 months ago
Tesla to recall more than 2 million cars
4 months ago

Sales of gas-powered sports cars skyrocket before automakers go electric

Powerful, gas-guzzling engines are now scorned by an industry that's quickly replacing them with four cylinders or electric motors.
4 months ago
Big engines sell out as automakers discontinue them
4 months ago

How car buyers can protect themselves against odometer scams

New data shows there are 2.1 million cars on American roads with odometers that have been rolled back, up 14% from a year ago, according to Carfax.
4 months ago
How car buyers can protect themselves against odometer scams
5 months ago

New ‘Cyber Trucks’ released by Tesla

The first futuristic style vehicle has been released to only a dozen customers and their new all-wheel drive feature is said to be coming next year.
5 months ago
New ‘Cyber Trucks’ released by Tesla
5 months ago

Electric vehicles vs. gas cars

Electric vehicles are shown to be far less reliable than gas cars, according to a new study.
5 months ago
Electric vehicles vs. gas cars
5 months ago

Autoworkers at Tesla, BMW and more move to join UAW, union says

Thousands of employees at 13 non-union automakers -- including Tesla, Toyota, BMW and Nissan -- have moved to join the United Auto Workers, according to the union.
5 months ago
Autoworkers at Tesla, BMW and more move to join UAW, union says
5 months ago

What to know about the Tesla Cybertruck ahead of its delivery event

The company will make the first deliveries of the Cybertruck on Thursday.
5 months ago
What to know about the Tesla Cybertruck ahead of its delivery event
5 months ago

First Tesla Cybertruck deliveries to be made Thursday

The original Cybertruck prototype was revealed four years ago.
5 months ago
First Tesla Cybertruck deliveries to be made Thursday
5 months ago

Honda recalls up to 300,000 cars

The cars being recalled are missing a piece in the seat belt apparatus.
5 months ago
Honda recalls up to 300,000 cars
5 months ago

Drivers thankful for lower gas prices ahead of Thanksgiving

The average cost for a gallon of regular gasoline is hovering around $3.29.
5 months ago
Drivers thankful for lower gas prices ahead of Thanksgiving
5 months ago

What motivates Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton

Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton spoke to ABC News ahead of the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
5 months ago
Lewis Hamilton talks pressure of winning record 8th Formula One world championship