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Ford recalls 200K vehicles for backup camera display fault
Nearly all of the recalled models are suspected of having defective SYNC 3 infotainment software.
By Eric Walz • July 11, 2025 -
US to levy 50% copper tariffs Aug. 1
President Donald Trump made the announcement days after indicating duties were coming soon for copper and pharmaceutical imports.
By Philip Neuffer • July 10, 2025 -
Enforcement, education could reduce traffic deaths from distracted driving: report
The National Distracted Driving Coalition reviewed traffic enforcement practices shown to help change behaviors and save lives.
By Dan Zukowski • July 10, 2025 -
Nissan recalls nearly 444K vehicles for engine failures
The powerplants may have manufacturing defects that can lead to failure, according to the NHTSA.
By Eric Walz • July 9, 2025 -
Trump rolls out reciprocal tariffs for Japan, South Korea, others
The U.S. detailed the rates it will impose on imports from certain countries starting Aug. 1 in mostly identical letters shared by the president.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated July 12, 2025 -
Auto trade groups praise passage of ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’
Several associations hailed the extension of certain 2017 tax provisions, though some mourned the phase-out of key provisions for electric vehicles.
By Larry Avila • Updated July 8, 2025 -
US preps for August return of country-specific reciprocal tariffs
The Trump administration plans to reinstate the levies Aug. 1 after alerting individual trading partners of their specific duty rates starting Monday.
By Philip Neuffer • July 7, 2025 -
GM recalls 42K Blazer EVs for parking brake wiring issues
The wiring harness may become damaged or corroded due to flexing, resulting in unintended activation or loss of parking brake function.
By Eric Walz • July 7, 2025 -
US manufacturing activity improved in June, but sentiment remains low
Weak demand and price increases continued last month as a return of country-specific tariffs looms, according to the Institute for Supply Management.
By Nathan Owens • July 1, 2025 -
US is in a ‘road safety emergency,’ IIHS president says
David Harkey criticized the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for not doing more to improve vehicle safety during a House subcommittee hearing last week.
By Kalena Thomhave • July 1, 2025 -
NHTSA launches safety probe of Range Rover Sport SUVs
The agency is looking into the structural integrity of the front steering knuckle after reports of cracks that can cause a loss of control or crash.
By Eric Walz • July 1, 2025 -
CPKC aims to remedy service disruptions by mid-July
Issues with a technology transition have led to increased dwell time and missed switches.
By Kelly Stroh • June 30, 2025 -
Ford recalls 133K Lincoln Aviator SUVs for loose exterior trim
This is the second recall for Aviator models in June, the first of which was for incorrectly installed second-row seat switch bezels.
By Eric Walz • June 30, 2025 -
GM recalls 62K Chevrolet Silverado trucks for brake system electrical short
Because of a resulting fire hazard, the automaker is advising customers to park their vehicles outdoors and away from structures until repairs are completed.
By Eric Walz • June 27, 2025 -
Fed on hold to see if tariff-induced inflation persists, Powell says
“A majority of my committee has said that they do expect to cut rates between now and the end of the year,” Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said.
By Jim Tyson • June 26, 2025 -
Honda recalls 259K vehicles for brake pedal defect
The automaker cites insufficient training at a supplier, which resulted in some brake pedal pins not being properly staked before assembly.
By Eric Walz • June 26, 2025 -
Economy heading toward ‘significant slowdown,’ Conference Board says
“Maybe we should start thinking about cutting the policy rate at the next meeting, because we don’t want to wait until the job market tanks,” a Federal Reserve official said.
By Jim Tyson • June 25, 2025 -
Ford recalls over 300K Explorer, Aviator SUVs for binding second-row seat switches
The automaker is sending out interim notification letters beginning June 23 to alert customers of the safety risk. It will mail a second letter once replacement parts are available.
By Eric Walz • June 25, 2025 -
Targeted investment, tech can sustain critical infrastructure
To help communities bounce back after disaster, jurisdictions must identify gaps in lifeline systems and cost-effective ways to mend them, panelists at the Building Innovation 2025 conference said.
By Julie Strupp • June 24, 2025 -
GM recalls over 41K Cadillac Lyriq EVs for blank instrument displays while driving
The recall covers 2023-2024 models produced from March 2022 through September 2024.
By Eric Walz • June 24, 2025 -
Flexibility key in tariff turmoil: Toyota, Rivian execs
Executives from the two companies suggest that with fluctuating trade policies, the short-term priority for OEMs should be staying the course.
By Larry Avila • June 23, 2025 -
Canada threatens further tariffs on US steel, aluminum
The exact new rate will depend on progress made towards a tariff deal with the Trump administration as of July 21.
By Philip Neuffer • June 20, 2025 -
‘Car culture’ still dominates in the US, survey finds
A Department of Transportation-funded survey finds nine out of 10 U.S. residents own vehicles, and most believe they’re essential to daily life.
By Benton Graham • June 18, 2025 -
NHTSA revises exemption process for vehicles without driver controls
The updated application process allows manufacturers to build up to 2,500 vehicles a year without steering wheels, pedals or mirrors.
By Eric Walz • June 17, 2025 -
Trump signs resolutions killing California’s zero-emissions mandates
President Donald Trump called for ending electric vehicle targets, signing off on a trio of congressional joint resolutions.
By Alejandra Carranza , Larry Avila • June 13, 2025