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Nissan recalls 2014 Nissan Rogue for steering issueNissan is recalling some 2014 Nissan Rogue crossovers because of a steering problem. An incorrect bolt was installed on the steering column, which could compromise steering.
GM recalls another 7.6 million vehicles for fatal ignition flawGeneral Motors will recall an additional 7.6 million vehicles in the US for an ignition flaw similar to the one responsible for several accidents and at least 13 deaths. The GM vehicles recalled Monday were involved in accidents causing at least three more fatalities.
General Motors announces three recalls on Chevrolet Tahoe, Silverado, and othersGeneral Motors has issued three more recalls, including the 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe and the Chevrolet Silverado from model years 2014-2015. Here is a breakdown of GM's most recent recalls.
Could Tesla Motors be allowed to sell in Pennsylvania?Tesla Motors may be coming to Pennsylvania soon. But, Tesla Motors may not have much freedom in the state, writes Richard Read.
By capturing carbon dioxide, cars' emissions could be reducedCapturing a small amount of carbon dioxide from vehicles could have large-scale benefits, researchers say. Although not all carbon emissions can be captured, researchers suggest about 20 percent of emissions could be captured.
General Motors recalls 33,000 Chevrolet Cruze sedans with defective airbagsGeneral Motors is recalling 33,000 of its top-selling Chevrolet Cruze cars because of defective airbags from auto supplier Takata Corp. In a crash, the airbags can rupture, sending metal fragments flying toward drivers.
Will Georgia get rid of $5,000 tax credit for purchasing an electric car?A bill to eliminate Georgia's $5,000 tax credit for purchasing a battery-electric vehicle didn't pass this year. Could the bill resurface – and succeed – in 2015?
- Forget Google: Startup builds its own self-driving car
A startup called Cruise joins Google and other car companies in the autonomous car craze. Cruise calls its self-driving car 'a highway autopilot' that controls steering and braking to ensure the drivers' safety.
Toyota's fuel cell vehicles to arrive in Japan, US, and Europe in 2015Toyota will sell its fuel cell vehicles in 2015 in Japan, US, and Europe, limited to areas with established hydrogen infrastructure. In Japan, Toyota's car will sell for 7,000,000 yen, or about $69,000.
As Tesla Motors continues online selling, auto dealers fight backTesla Motors and auto dealers have been fighting for five years over Tesla Motors' online selling of its electric cars. Now, the National Auto Dealers Association is trying to market the benefits of going to auto dealers.
Mazda, Honda, and Nissan recall 2.8 million vehicles for faulty airbagsMazda, Honda, and Nissan have recalled an estimated 2.8 million vehicles due to problematic airbags made by Takata Corp. Takata, Honda and Nissan all say the recall is particular to southern US states and territories known for high humidity.
Formula One: Sparks will fly, literally, but will it drum up interest?Formula One race cars will have titanium skid blocks to make sparks. Will it be entertaining, or silly?
Ford recalls Escape crossovers in salt-belt states due to rustFord Motor Company has recalled Escape crossovers from model years 2001-2004 in states that use a lot of road salt. In affected vehicles, part of the car could suffer damage from rust and even lose steering control.
GM slapped with $10 billion lawsuit, but also J.D. Power honorsGeneral Motors faced another massive recall, a congressional grilling, and a multibillion dollar lawsuit this week. But the automaker's sales continue to be strong, and newer GM drivers are among the most satisfied in the country, according to a recent J.D. Power and Associates survey.
North Carolina has highest car repairs costs, report findsNorth Carolina had the highest costs for car repairs at $426.45 for auto parts and labor in 2013. The national average for repairs was $392.49.
General Motors' latest recalls: Breakdown of models, number of units affectedGeneral Motors issued six more recalls this week due to potential ignition switch problems. In this breakdown of GM's 3.5 million recently recalled cars, the majority of the cars are Buicks, Chevrolets, and Cadillacs.
Google to reveal in-car operating system. Should Apple be worried?Earlier this year, Apple launched CarPlay, an in-car operating system. However, Google will reveal its own version, Google Auto Link, at a software developer conference later this month.
Will Tesla Model S have battery-swapping available soon?Last year, Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk showed how to swap a battery pack from a Tesla Model S and replace it with a new one. But, what has happened since then?
GM recalls 3.4 million more vehicles for key problem. Is yours on the list?General Motors' ignition switch problems have expanded to the company's larger vehicles. GM will recall an additional 3.36 million vehicles worldwide to replace or repair keys that could fall out of place.
Does Nissan want to join Tesla Motors, BMW on electric-car charging talks?Nissan reportedly wants to join discussions with Tesla Motors and BMW on charging standards. What does this mean for the electric car market?
