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LIVE 7:45 PM ET: Sony and Honda Unveil New Joint Venture Vehicle at CES

Sony Honda Mobility, a joint venture between the two Japanese companies, unveils a new vehicle at Consumer Electronics Show 2023 from 7:45 to 9 p.m. on Jan. 4. …


Sony and Honda Unveil New Joint Venture Vehicle at CES

Sony Honda Mobility, a joint venture between the two Japanese companies, unveils a new vehicle at Consumer Electronics Show 2023 from 7:45 to 9 p.m. on Jan. 4. …


6 Die in 3-Vehicle Crash on Texas Highway, Authorities Say

GEORGE WEST, Texas—A minivan trying to overtake a vehicle in a no-passing zone on a Texas highway crashed head-on into an SUV, which was then rear-ended by another vehicle, authorities said. Six people died, and five others were injured. The crash happened around 6:20 p.m. Friday near George West, about 60 miles (100 kilometers) northwest…


How Do Auto Rebates Work?

You’re usually on the hunt for a good deal when heading out to purchase a new car. And even if you know what you want, saving money is at the top of the list. Manufacturers often offer rebates on new vehicles. But exactly what are these, and how do they work? Do they really save…


Honda to Recall 200,000 Hybrid Vehicles Made in China: Regulator

Honda will recall just over 200,000 hybrid vehicles due to issues with brake pedal sensors in some models, China’s State Administration for Market Regulation said in a statement on Thursday. A total of 105,608 hybrid vehicles produced between Oct. 8, 2018 and Sept. 7, 2020 by the Japanese carmaker’s venture with Dongfeng Motor Group Co….


US New Vehicle Sales to Fall in December as High Prices Deter Buyers: Report

U.S. total new vehicle retail sales are expected to decline in December as high vehicle prices and rising borrowing costs pushed consumers to cut back spending, a report from industry consultants J.D. Power-LMC Automotive showed on Wednesday. “Elevated pricing, coupled with repeated interest rate increases, continue to inflate monthly loan payments,” said Thomas King, president…


Subaru Recalls 271,000 US Vehicles for Fire Risks, Urges Drivers to Park Outside

Subaru on Tuesday said it was recalling 271,000 Ascent sport utility vehicles with model years between 2019 to 2022 due to increased fire risks and urged owners to park their vehicles outside until repairs are completed. The Japanese automaker said owners should park away from structures and avoid leaving vehicles unattended while the engine is…


3 Southern University Marching Band Members Killed in Crash

POWHATAN, La.—Three members of Southern University’s marching band, known as the Human Jukebox, were killed in a crash with an 18-wheeler, a university spokesperson confirmed Wednesday. Louisiana State Police Master Trooper Casey Wallace told news outlets the two-vehicle crash happened Tuesday night in the Natchitoches area and confirmed three people died in the collision. State…


Volkswagen Recalls Vehicles for Tire Pressure Monitoring Malfunction

DETROIT—Volkswagen is recalling nearly 225,000 vehicles in the U.S. because the tire pressure monitoring systems may not detect air losses in all four tires at the same time. The recall covers certain 2019 Tiguan, Golf Sportswagen, Golf Alltrack, Golf R, and Audi Q3 and A3 vehicles. Also covered are some 2019 and 2020 Jetta, Golf,…


Park Outside: Hyundai Recalls SUVs for Fire Risk in Computer

DETROIT—Hyundai is telling the owners of more than 44,000 SUVs in the United State to park the vehicles outdoors because they can catch fire even if the engines are off. The automaker says certain 2018 Santa Fe Sport models should be parked away from other vehicles and structures until they are repaired as part of…