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Tesla Will Recall Cybertruck in Latest Setback: A federal auto safety agency said the accelerator pedal on the pickup truck, sales of which began in late 2023 ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/business/tesla-cybertruck-recall.html
Quick Glance: Tesla Cybertrucks Recall Issued
- Tesla responds to defective accelerator pedals in nearly 3,900 Cybertruck pickups causing unintended acceleration.
- The recall involves Cybertruck vehicles manufactured between November 2023 and April 2024.
- An unauthorized use of soap during the accelerator pedal assembly likely led to the defect.
- Tesla voluntarily recalled the vehicles on April 12 due to two customer complaints.
Tesla cuts Full Self Driving cost by 1/3 ahead of earnings call: With the Model 2 cancelled, FSD is more important to Tesla than ever.
arstechnica.com/cars/2024/04/tesla-cuts-the-price-of-full-self-driving-option-from-12000-to-8000/
Ford is recalling more than 456,000 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles due to a battery detection issue that can result in loss of drive power ... Show more finance.yahoo.com/news/ford-recalls-over-456-000-143950898.html
Feds expand investigation into Honda’s automatic emergency braking system: 3 million Honda Accords and CR-Vs are fitted with Collision Mitigation Braking System.
arstechnica.com/cars/2024/04/feds-expand-investigation-into-hondas-automatic-emergency-braking-system/
Tesla recalls Cybertrucks due to faulty accelerator pedal that can get stuck: The NHTSA said the trapped accelerator pedal can cause the vehicle to accelerate ...
usatoday.com/story/money/cars/recalls/2024/04/19/tesla-cybertruck-recall-accelerator-pedal/73383894007/
Cybertruck owner video claiming stuck pedal gets attention of regulators: After a Cybertruck owner's video saying his accelerator pedal got stuck went viral ...
businessinsider.com/tesla-cybertruck-owners-video-stuck-pedal-accelerator-attention-safety-regulators-2024-4
The NHTSA Is Now Involved In the Tesla Cybertruck's Stuck Throttle Fiasco: The heavy, powerful Tesla Cybertruck may be prone to unintended acceleration ...
thedrive.com/news/the-nhtsa-is-now-involved-in-the-tesla-cybertrucks-stuck-throttle-fiasco
Ford recalling more than 450,000 vehicles due to potential loss of drive power: Ford is recalling more than 450,000 compact SUVs and pickup trucks in the US ...
cnn.com/2024/04/17/business/ford-bronco-recall/
Cybertruck owners allege pedal problem as Tesla suspends deliveries: Owners will have to wait until April 20 for deliveries to resume.
arstechnica.com/cars/2024/04/tesla-stops-cybertruck-deliveries-accelerator-pedal-may-be-to-blame/
Quick Glance: Tesla Cybertruck: Pedal Safety Issues
- The Tesla Cybertruck has faced criticism for various issues, but now a serious safety concern with the accelerator pedal has led to the temporary halt of deliveries.
- A video and reports show that the pedal cover can come loose and jam, causing unintended acceleration even when the foot is not on the pedal.
- Deliveries have been halted, appointments rescheduled and canceled as Tesla investigates acceleration issues. A regulatory investigation looms over the company, potentially requiring a recall of all trucks.
- Some drivers have attempted to manually remove the pedal cover, indicating a potentially serious safety issue that cannot be resolved through software.
US investigating GM Cadillac Lyriq EVs over brake assist failures: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a preliminary ...
foxbusiness.com/markets/us-investigating-gm-cadillac-lyriq-evs-over-brake-assist-failures
RECALL ALERT: Tesla is recalling at least 3,878 of its 2024 Cybertrucks after it discovered that the accelerator pedal can become stuck ... Show more abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory/tesla-recalling-3000-2024-cybertrucks-due-faulty-pedal-109422691
Ford recalls over 456,000 Bronco Sport and Maverick cars: Ford is recalling more than 456,000 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles due to a battery detection issue ...
apnews.com/article/ford-recall-bronco-sport-maverick-battery-b80ad6687e053f66c0fbfe67ad6bd8f9
Ford's recall of 43,000 SUVs is being probed by the feds: Gasoline can leak out of the SUVs' fuel injectors onto hot surfaces, increasing the risk of fires
qz.com/ford-bronco-sport-escape-suv-recall-probe-nhtsa-1851406297
Tesla driver was using Autopilot before fatal Monroe crash, police say: The Snohomish man had set his car on Autopilot and was looking at his cellphone when he ...
seattletimes.com/seattle-news/law-justice/tesla-driver-was-using-autopilot-before-fatal-monroe-crash-police-say/
Stellantis to recall over 38,000 vehicles on potential airbag deployment issues : Stellantis is recalling 38,164 vehicles due to an issue which can prevent the ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/chrysler-recall-over-38000-vehicles-us-regulator-says-2024-03-20/
Ford recall on Broncos, Escapes over fuel leak, engine fire risk prompt feds to open probe
usatoday.com/story/money/cars/recalls/2024/04/12/ford-recall-bronco-escape-fuel-leak-probe/73299991007/
Ford to recall over 40,000 vehicles in US, NHTSA says: Ford will recall 42,652 Bronco Sport and Escape vehicles in the United States due to cracked fuel ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/ford-recall-over-40000-vehicles-us-nhtsa-says-2024-04-10/
Tesla Settles Lawsuit Over Fatal Autopilot Crash of Apple Engineer: On the eve of a trial over the death of an Apple engineer, who died in 2018 when his Model ...
rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/tesla-settles-lawsuit-fatal-crash-autopilot-1235001030/
Quick Glance: Tesla resolves lawsuit following deadly Autopilot crash
- Tesla reached a resolution in a wrongful-death lawsuit stemming from a fatal 2018 crash.
- Following the death of Apple engineer Walter Huang in Autopilot mode, his family filed a lawsuit.
- Specifics of the resolution, prior to the set trial date, remained undisclosed.
Ford, Daimler Truck, Chrysler, Jeep among 131k vehicles recalled: Check car recalls here
usatoday.com/story/money/cars/recalls/2024/04/15/car-recall-check-ford-daimler-truck-chrysler/73294129007/
Senate votes to overturn Biden highway emissions rule, with support from red-state Democrats
thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4587888-senate-votes-overturn-biden-highway-emissions-rule-red-state-democrats/
US probes Ford recall of 42,000 Bronco, Escape SUVs for fuel leaks: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Friday it was opening an ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/nhtsa-opens-investigation-into-certain-ford-suv-recall-over-fuel-leaks-2024-04-12/
US NTSB chair vows to be 'fierce advocate' for safety in new term: National Transportation Safety Board chair Jennifer Homendy will tell lawmakers she is ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-ntsb-chair-vows-be-fierce-advocate-safety-new-term-2024-04-10/
US NTSB probes fatal Ford Mach-E crash in Philadelphia: The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said on Wednesday it was opening an investigation ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/us-ntsb-probes-fatal-ford-mach-e-crash-philadelphia-2024-04-10/
Ford recalls nearly 43,000 SUVs due to gas leaks that can cause fires: Ford is recalling nearly 43,000 small SUVs because gasoline can leak from the fuel ...
abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory/ford-recalls-43000-suvs-due-gas-leaks-cause-109089050
Quick Glance: Ford recalls nearly 43,000 SUVs due to gas 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, without fixing the fuel leaks.
- The recall covers certain Bronco Sport SUVs from the 2022 and 2023 model years, as well as Escape SUVs from 2022 with 1.5-liter engines.
- Dealers will install a tube to let gasoline flow away from hot surfaces and update engine control software to detect a pressure drop in the fuel injection system.
- Ford will extend warranty coverage for cracked fuel injectors and provide replacements for owners who experience the issue.
In 2018 crash, Tesla’s Autopilot just followed the lane lines: Depositions in a civil case over a fatal 2018 crash -- set for trial this week -- provide insights ...
washingtonpost.com/technology/2024/04/07/tesla-autopilot-crash-trial/
Quick Glance: Elon Musk to Unveil Tesla 'Robotaxi' on August 8
- Elon Musk announced that Tesla will unveil its robotaxi on August 8, despite past promises and delays with self-driving cars.
- Musk plans to develop a car without controls for human use and gradually enhance Tesla vehicles with Full Self-Driving capability.
- Currently, buyers can add the Full Self-Driving feature for an additional cost, but experts note that the system is not fully autonomous yet.
- Other companies like Waymo and Cruise are also working on autonomous ride-sharing services, despite safety concerns and incidents.
Tesla settles case over fatal Autopilot crash of Apple engineer: Tesla has settled a lawsuit over a 2018 car crash that killed an Apple engineer after his Model ...
asiaone.com/world/tesla-settles-case-over-fatal-autopilot-crash-apple-engineer
U.S. opens investigation into Ford gasoline leak, saying automaker's remedy doesn't fix the problem
ctvnews.ca/autos/u-s-opens-investigation-into-ford-gasoline-leak-saying-automaker-s-remedy-doesn-t-fix-the-problem-1.6844202
Tesla has issued a recall for Cybertruck vehicles because the cover of the truck's accelerator pedal could get dislodged and trapped by the interior rim ... Show more www.engadget.com/tesla-is-recalling-cybertrucks-because-their-accelerator-pedals-could-get-stuck-123057430.html #Tesla #CyberTrucks
Here’s the worst month to take a driving test in Texas, a new study shows. What to know
star-telegram.com/news/state/texas/article287999035.html
Driver fleeing cops with 2-month-old crashes, fatally injuring infant, NC deputies say
charlotteobserver.com/news/state/north-carolina/article287981990.html
Tesla recalls 3,878 Cybertrucks: After discovering a stuck accelerator pedal, Tesla is recalling 3,878 of its 2024 model year Cybertrucks.
de.euronews.com/2024/04/20/tesla-ruft-3878-cybertrucks-zuruck
Lobbying shake-up signals Boeing may be losing once-unmatched D.C. clout: Boeing was celebrated as an industrial icon, winning a range of allies in Washington ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-16/boeing-fired-washington-lobbying-firm-that-aided-737-max-crash-response
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DUI driver killed her little sister. She fights so others avoid loss: At a vigil Tuesday night, Rhonda Campbell will honor her sister, Irene ...
sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/dui-driver-killed-little-sister-fights-others-19415082.php
Safest Hybrids for 2024: Toyota vs. Honda for the Lead: The rival automakers have several safe hybrid models, but there are some rather luxurious vehicles here ...
motortrend.com/features/safest-hybrid-cars-suvs/
TikTok video reveals dangerous defect: Tesla recalls all Cybertrucks: A cover on the accelerator pedal of the Tesla Cybertruck can come loose and lead to ...
az-online.de/ratgeber/auto/tesla-cybertruck-gaspedal-rueckruf-abdeckung-tiktok-video-seife-nhtsa-usa-werkstatt-zr-93025519.html
The Feds Are Interested in Tesla Cybertruck's Alleged Stuck Accelerator Issues: User error or manufacturer defect? The National Highway Traffic Safety ...
roadandtrack.com/news/a60512399/tesla-cybertruck-stuck-pedal-nhtsa/
Alexander Shingleton: To prevent cyclist injury and death, we need a stop-and-yield law
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/19/opinion-preventing-bike-accidents-stop-and-yield-chicago/
How much does poor sleep increase your chances of a car crash?: Best make sure you get a good night's kip before setting out on your next road trip ...
sciencefocus.com/qanda/poor-sleep-increase-your-chances-of-a-car-crash
Senate Democrats urge crackdown on autonomous vehicles and driver assist: Senators Richard Blumenthal and Ed Markey are calling on NHTSA to crack down on ...
theverge.com/2024/4/18/24133448/autonomous-vehicles-adas-blumenthal-markey-nhtsa
Cybertruck security risk? - AUTO BILD: Tesla Cybertruck in focus: A viral video leads to investigations by the US traffic regulator NHTSA - that's the reason.
autobild.de/artikel/sicherheitsrisiko-am-cybertruck-pedal-klemmt-meldung-25716973.html
School buses have barely changed in almost a century. Here's why: School buses look almost the same as they did almost 100 years ago despite cars totally ...
qz.com/school-buses-design-history-origin-1851405327
Free car seat giveaways, safety checks at Children's Hospital of Michigan in Detroit
freep.com/story/news/health/2024/04/17/free-car-seat-safety-check-event-childrens-hospital-michigan-detroit/73342979007/
Safest Trucks for 2024: Rivian, Ridgeline, Ram Rank Respectably: But those are only a few choices—see which other trucks score best in crash protection.
motortrend.com/features/safest-trucks/
Ford recalling more than 450,000 vehicles in U.S. over loss of drive power: An undetected low battery charge could lead to some electrical accessories such as ...
theglobeandmail.com/business/international-business/us-business/article-ford-recalling-more-than-450000-vehicles-in-us-over-loss-of-drive/
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The NHTSA is Looking Into Unintended Emergency Brake Activation On Almost Three Million Hondas
thetruthaboutcars.com/cars/news-blog/the-nhtsa-is-looking-into-unintended-emergency-brake-activation-on-almost-three-44506396
Kansas and Missouri have some of the highest rates of fatal police chases in the U.S.
kansascity.com/news/local/article287695920.html
Ford’s hands-free BlueCruise system was active before fatal Texas crash: It's the first known fatality resulting from a crash involving the use of ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/11/ford-bluecruise-fatal-crash-investigation-stationary-suv/
Fatal police chases increased in NC and nationwide, despite calls for fewer pursuits
charlotteobserver.com/news/state/north-carolina/article287528150.html
US safety agency investigating Ford gas leak, saying automaker's remedy doesn't fix the problem
richmond.com/news/nation-world/business/ford-bronco-escape-gas-leak-recall/article_e3b892a5-f915-50f6-ad29-07677a7ff418.html
Texas ranks eighth for speed-related fatalities, report says: A study by personal injury attorneys at Munley Law takes a look at fatalities associated with ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/trending/article/texas-speeding-deaths-19392129.php
Fatal police chases increased in NC and nationwide, despite calls for fewer pursuits
charlotteobserver.com/news/state/north-carolina/article287528150.html
Safest EVs for 2024: Two Rivians, Two Hyundais, Two Audis—One Tesla?: Ready to go electric? These EVs are top-rated by IIHS and NHTSA.
motortrend.com/features/safest-evs/
Safest 3-Row SUVs for 2024: Spoiled For Choice: If you’re looking for a safe SUV that seats six or more people, you have plenty of options.
motortrend.com/features/safest-3-row-suvs/
Porsche Taycan and Audi E-Tron GT Recalled for Same Fire-Prone Battery: Audi and Porsche's flagship EVs share many things in common—unfortunately including ...
thedrive.com/news/porsche-taycan-and-audi-e-tron-gt-recalled-for-same-fire-prone-battery
US opens investigation into Fisker's Ocean vehicles: The U.S. auto regulator has opened a preliminary evaluation of Fisker's 2023 Ocean vehicles after complaints ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/us-opens-investigation-into-fiskers-ocean-vehicles-2024-04-03/
US traffic deaths fell 3.6% in 2023, the 2nd straight yearly drop. But nearly 41,000 people died
apnews.com/article/traffic-deaths-decrease-still-high-nhtsa-4cd22df2c02b39958c4431a413c35d67
US traffic deaths down 3.6% in 2023 but above pre-pandemic levels: U.S. traffic deaths fell by 3.6% in 2023, the second straight yearly decline ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-traffic-deaths-down-36-2023-above-pre-pandemic-levels-2024-04-01/
Millions of recalled Hyundai and Kia vehicles are still on the road: In September, Hyundai and Kia issued a recall of 3.4 million of its vehicles in the United ...
apnews.com/article/hyundai-kia-fire-recalls-vehicles-repairs-warning-ae2e71914fc229d70a4cceb089e465ce
US Senate to consider nomination of NTSB chair for new term: The U.S. Senate Commerce Committee will hold an April 10 hearing on the nomination of Jennifer ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-senate-consider-nomination-ntsb-chair-new-term-2024-04-03/
Editorial: Bring buttons and dials back to new cars. Touch screens distract drivers
latimes.com/opinion/story/2024-03-28/editorial-bring-buttons-and-dials-back-to-new-cars-not-everything-should-be-on-a-touchscreen
Subaru to recall over 118,000 vehicles in US, NHTSA says: Subaru of America is recalling 118,723 SUVs and sedans in the U.S. over an issue which prevents air ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/subaru-recall-over-118000-vehicles-us-nhtsa-says-2024-03-27/
Kia, Subaru, Ford, among 551,000 vehicles recalled: Check car recalls here: The NHTSA recently announced recalls for 551,211 vehicles. This includes Kia ...
usatoday.com/story/money/cars/recalls/2024/04/01/car-recall-check-kia-subaru-ford/73122913007/
Kia recalls more than 400,000 Telluride SUVs that can move while in park: All Telluride vehicles made between 2020 and 2023 and certain 2024 models are affected ...
cnn.com/2024/03/28/business/kia-recalls-telluride-suv/
"Put the Phone Away or Pay" campaign targets distracted driving: Distracted driving is a major cause of traffic deaths and injuries in the U.S.
axios.com/2024/04/02/phone-while-driving-pay-fine
Traffic deaths topped 40,000 last year as NHTSA looks to reduce distracted driving
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/traffic-deaths-topped-40000-last-year-nhtsa-looks-reduce-distracted-dr-rcna145818
New traffic signs may catch you looking at your phone: If you use your phone while driving, don’t buckle your seatbelt or speed, just know this: King County’s ...
seattletimes.com/seattle-news/new-traffic-signs-may-catch-you-looking-at-your-phone/
April 8 total solar eclipse might have an unexpected effect - fatal car accidents
wionews.com/science/scientists-caution-that-april-8-eclipse-may-lead-to-a-rise-in-fatal-car-accidents-704774
Mercedes Benz to recall 116,020 vehicles, US regulator says: Mercedes Benz will recall 116,020 vehicles due to an improperly secured 48-volt ground connection ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/mercedes-benz-recall-116020-vehicles-us-regulator-says-2024-03-20/
Kia recalls more than 427,000 Telluride SUVs due to defect affecting parking safety
pbs.org/newshour/nation/kia-recalls-more-than-427000-telluride-suvs-due-to-defect-affecting-parking-safety
Subaru recalls over 118,000 vehicles over airbag issue : Subaru has recalled more than 118,000 vehicles due to a faulty sensor that can prevent air bags from ...
thehill.com/policy/transportation/4560949-subaru-recalls-over-118000-vehicles-over-airbag-issue/
Modern female crash dummies can improve safety for women, experts say : The THOR-5F, a more advanced female crash test dummy, is being developed.
abcnews.go.com/GMA/Living/modern-female-crash-dummies-improve-safety-women-experts/story
US probes Stellantis 2022 RAM truck models over K1 snap ring transmission failures
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/us-probes-stellantis-2022-ram-truck-models-over-k1-snap-ring-transmission-2024-03-29/
RECALL ALERT: Side airbags in some Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 model years could rupture, according to an NHTSA notice. How to know if your car is affected ... Show more www.foxbusiness.com/markets/chrysler-recalls-286000-vehicles-airbag-concerns
Hyundai recalls more than 98,000 cars due to loss of drive power: The NHTSA said the Integrated Charging Control Unit may become damaged and stop charging the ...
usatoday.com/story/money/cars/recalls/2024/03/21/hyundai-recall-ioniq-genesis-models-iccu/73050863007/
Hyundai, Kia to recall US vehicles over damaged charging unit, NHTSA says: Hyundai Motor America and Kia America are recalling a combined 147,100 U.S ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/hyundai-kia-recall-us-vehicles-over-damaged-charging-unit-nhtsa-says-2024-03-21/
Traffic deaths are increasing in Washington state: Vehicle-related deaths rose 11% in Washington last year, despite a national 3.6% decrease.
axios.com/local/seattle/2024/04/03/traffic-deaths-up-washington
Starbucks-branded holiday mugs recalled over injury risk. Here’s how to get a refund
richmond.com/news/nation-world/business/starbucks-holiday-mugs-recalled-nestle-target-walmart/article_7f1ed3df-7432-5956-a506-4aa8b6875ce2.html
Can you park there? What different curb colors mean: Blue, yellow, white, red, green — these are the different curb colors you may comes across while you look ...
fox5sandiego.com/news/local-news/can-you-park-there-what-the-different-curb-colors-mean-in-the-city-of-san-diego/
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