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  • A close-up shot of the bell with a green stripe down the middle and a black flap that says Škoda in front of a black background
    7

    Škoda's Brilliant New Bicycle Bell Penetrates The Noise Cancelling Headphones Of Ignorant Pedestrians

    Called the DuoBell, it's aimed at reducing the number of pedestrian and cyclist collisions, which are on the rise thanks to noise-cancelling headphones.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 hours ago Read More
  • Taylor Swift
    30

    Your Favorite Artist's Next Album Could Get Some Driver Killed

    A new study shows a marked increase in traffic fatalities around the release of popular new albums, but the real cause might be a bit deeper.

    By Collin Woodard 17 hours ago Read More
  • Screenshot from the news broadcast showing the rear view of the black Pacifica after the explosion, with all doors blown out and parts strewn around
    44

    Oops! Woman Lights Cigarette While Driving, Blows Up Her Minivan Carrying A Leaking Propane Tank

    Residents near the area said the explosion shook their homes so violently it made pictures fall off the wall. Luckily, the driver is okay.

    By Logan K. Carter 20 hours ago Read More
  • A Ford Fusion drives past a set of cones at a driving school
    4

    What Will You Learn At A Defensive Driving Course (That Could Also Save Money On Your Insurance)?

    "Defensive driving" may sound like it's all about driving slowly, but there's more to it than that. And taking a class can bring you a welcome discount.

    By Erik Sherman 1 day ago Read More
  • A screenshot from the news broadcast showing cell phone video of the white Volvo V70 with the whole hood in flames and a police officer staring at it
    28

    Volvo V70 Test Drive Ruined By Car Bursting Into Flames

    Yesterday, a mother in Rossville, Georgia, had an exceptionally bad car-buying experience when the V70 she was test-driving burst into flames.

    By Logan K. Carter 3 days ago Read More
  • Screen grab from Tesla's new FSD driver-assistance app
    33

    Tesla Gamifies The Advanced Driver-Assistance Software It Wrongly Calls 'Full Self-Driving'

    We're finally starting to make our roads safer, but adding a bunch of distracted, streak-chasing Tesla owners to the mix definitely won't help things.

    By Collin Woodard 3 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of a standard white regulatory speed limit sign showing 25 MPH in bold black text, mounted on a metal pole along a suburban city street with blurred residential buildings and trees in the background.
    10

    Delivery Drivers Are More Likely To Speed If You Tip Them More, Study Finds

    If you add a little extra cash to the cost of your food delivery order, your food may arrive sooner, but at what cost?

    By Ryan Erik King 3 days ago Read More
  • Parker Smith of Yee Yee Life preparing to shoot a .22 pistol at Nitto Mud Grappler tires
    6

    This Test Shows How Bullet Resistant Tires Can Be

    What's the best way to find out how well a tire can stop bullets? Why not line up a bunch of rugged tires and fire increasingly heavy ammo at them.

    By Charles Krome 5 days ago Read More
  • A person holding an air pressure gauge with a tire in the background
    6

    Here's How (And How Often) To Inspect Your Vehicle's Tires

    Tires can suffer from a myriad number of issues, and if you don't keep on top of their maintenance, you could be in for a tough time on the road.

    By Alvin Reyes 5 days ago Read More
  • Car seatbelt with an energy management loop that help mitigate the crash loads and prevents injury
    14

    You've Seen That Seatbelt Loop, But Do You Know What It Does?

    If you've ever noticed a small loop of fabric on your car's seatbelt and wondered what its purpose is, you're not alone. Here's what it actually does.

    By Alvin Reyes 6 days ago Read More
  • Rear view of an orange 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X on a road through a forest
    12

    Chevy Corvette Under Stop Sale Because A Software Glitch Might Not Tell Drivers Their Turn Signals Are Out (Update: 33,000 Cars Impacted)

    The fix, as is so often the case these days, is an over-the-air update.

    By Justin Hughes 7 days ago Read More
  • A Waymo robotaxi in New York City's Times Square at night in the rain
    15

    Waymo's Stopped Testing Robotaxis In New York City, So What Now?

    The New York Department of Transportation has given no indication whether the permits will be renewed or expanded.

    By Justin Hughes 10 days ago Read More
  • Michelin 315/40 tire on a 21-inch alloy wheel
    65

    Why Michelin Started Putting RFID Tags In Its Tires

    RFID tags are everywhere, and thanks to French tire maker Michelin, they're now in your tires too. But why is this clever tech lurking behind your sidewalls?

    By B. L. Johnson 10 days ago Read More
  • A stolen McLaren Artura crashed in Manhattan.
    17

    McLaren Artura And Luxury SUVs Smashed In Thwarted NYC Parking Garage Heist

    I feel like this story should be from an old Norm MacDonald "Weekend Update" bit.

    By Nico DeMattia 10 days ago Read More
  • Mercedes-Benz G580 with EQ Technology
    6

    Mercedes Recalls Over 3,700 Electric G-Wagens Because Their Wheels May Fall Off

    The German automaker says it found the issue during its ongoing durability testing, and that it's very unlikely they would detach in real-world driving.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 11 days ago Read More
  • A woman uses a paper fan to cool down while sitting in the driver's seat of a hot car
    29

    The Science Trick That Can Cool A Scorching Hot Car Interior In Seconds

    Cracking the windows a couple of inches? That's old hat. There's a new trick that will help you cool that unbearably hot car, and do it for free.

    By Alvin Reyes 12 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a blue 2026 Nissan Leaf driving down the road with trees in the background
    20

    Nissan Recalls 51 New Leaf EVs For Spontaneous Combustion, Even When Not Plugged In

    The supplier discovered the cathode damage, figured out how it might have occurred, and changed its production process to avoid the issue in the future.

    By Justin Hughes 13 days ago Read More
  • A closeup of a vehicle's daytime running light above the headlights
    14

    Why Daytime Running Lights Are Mandatory In Europe But Not In The US

    Daytime running lights were designed to increase visibility of vehicles in low-light conditions. But while Europe makes them mandatory, the U.S. doesn't.

    By Shane Schmid 13 days ago Read More
  • Airbag exploded at a car accident
    35

    NHTSA Investigating Chinese Airbags That Have Killed 10 People

    The inflators were imported into the United States by unknown importers, probably illegally, so NHTSA doesn't yet know how many vehicles could be affected.

    By Logan K. Carter 14 days ago Read More
  • A rest area sign on the side of a highway
    30

    Is It Legal To Sleep Overnight At Rest Areas?

    You're tired, you pull off the highway, and you wonder just how much rest you're allowed to get at the local rest area. In some places, the answer is: not much.

    By Alvin Reyes 14 days ago Read More
  • Rear view of a Chicago police car performing a routine traffic stop
    82

    Get Caught Speeding In Illinois? You Soon Might Have To Install A Speed Limiter

    An Illinois bill aimed at repeat speeders and reckless drivers could soon require that drivers install speed-limiting devices in their cars.

    By Justin Hughes 17 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of a skin-upholstered front seat with some brown body hair on the head rest and a paler handprint showing how it responds to UV rays
    15

    Australian Company Sheds Light On In-Car Sun Exposure By Reupholstering A Camry With Human-Like Skin That 'Burns' In Sunlight

    A car that's upholstered in synthetic skin, hair, and even moles is a pretty stark reminder to wear your sunscreen, even when you're driving.

    By Logan K. Carter 17 days ago Read More
  • A dashcam affixed to a vehicles windshield recording video of an oncoming car
    24

    Avoid Cheap Amazon Dashcams, Consumer Reports Says These Are Better Options

    When it's your word against theirs, dashcam footage makes all the difference. Don't settle for a basic model — get a dashcam recommended by Consumer Reports.

    By Shane Schmid 18 days ago Read More
  • 35

    'Clanker Balls' Provide A Unique Solution To Truck-Eating Bridge

    Hanging big orange boat-fender balls over a roadway is a low-tech solution, but hopefully it'll keep big trucks from running into this low bridge in Delaware.

    By Justin Hughes 18 days ago Read More
  • The damage to the Haas VF-26 of Oliver Bearman of Great Britain and Haas F1 Team following his crash during the F1 Grand Prix of Japan at Suzuka Circuit on March 29, 2026 in Suzuka, Japan.
    24

    Oliver Bearman's 50G Crash Could Force Changes To F1's Divisive New Cars

    A big speed differential that was a part of Sunday's Formula 1 crash could be a tipping point for the rules and regulations regarding this year's cars.

    By Ryan Erik King 18 days ago Read More
  • A black Porsche 930 driving through Paris
    35

    Why The Porsche 930 Is Known As The Widowmaker

    In the 1970s, the Porsche 930 started a long line of turbo-powered beasts. But it gained the "Widowmaker" nickname for reasons that weren't so positive.

    By Chloe Clougher 18 days ago Read More
  • A screenshot from a news broadcast showing Woods's black Range Rover SV on its side with policemen next to it and a tow truck operator in hi-vis attaching something to the underside of the car
    62

    Tiger Woods Arrested For DUI After Getting Into Another Rollover Crash, This Time In A Range Rover SV

    This is Woods' fourth crash since 2009 that has garnered media attention, and his second DUI arrest since 2017.

    By Logan K. Carter 21 days ago Read More
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