General
Car Safety Awards Will Require Driver Monitoring Tech
A major auto safety watchdog plans to make its awards more stringent, requiring driver monitoring technology.
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General
A Big Auto Lender Went Bankrupt. Here’s What It Means.
A bank that issues subprime auto loans has declared bankruptcy. Its ties to other banks could mean tighter loan standards for everyone.
General
BMW Recalls X5, X7 Over Windshield Seal
BMW has recalled 1,406 SUVs because their windshields may not have been properly sealed, allowing water in.
Electric Vehicle
VinFast Recalls VF 8 Over Unexpected Movement
VinFast has recalled 6,314 VF 8 SUVs because their steering wheels can move unexpectedly, risking an accident.
General
2026 Toyota Land Cruiser Sees Modest Price Change, No Update
For the 2026 model year, the Toyota Land Cruiser sees no significant updates and a price bump lower than inflation.
General
Average New Car Price Rose in August
The average new car buyer paid $49,077 in August as automaker and dealers throttled back on discounts under tariff pressure.
General
Tesla Loses Brand Loyalty Crown to Ford
Ford took Tesla’s longtime crown as the automaker with the most loyal owners in a new second-quarter survey.
Minivan
Chrysler Recalls Minivans Over Faulty Airbags
Chrysler has recalled 985 Pacifica and Voyager minivans because their airbags may not protect passengers in an accident.
General
It Grew Harder to Get a Car Loan Last Month
After a summer of improving credit conditions, it grew harder for shoppers to find a new car loan in August.
Electric Vehicle
Ford F-150 Lightning Gets STX Light Off-Road Model
Ford’s F-150 Lightning electric pickup gets a new STX trim level for 2026, with all-terrain tires and a relatively low starting price.