Automated speed enforcement is officially live across San Francisco, ending the warning phase and moving to real penalties to support the SFMTA’s Vision Zero safety plan. If you’ve been cruising without checking the needle, it’s time to rethink habits—or your mailbox will remind you the expensive way. What San Francisco’s new speed cameras mean for … Read more
You’ve probably grumbled more than once when your car needs another service and you think the garage is a bottomless pit. Well, imagine that your vehicle survives 1.6 million kilometers (yes, you read that right) and on top of that, the manufacturer gives you a new one. That’s what happened to Victor Sheppard with his … Read more
Florida’s updated driver‑education law takes effect August 1, and families with would‑be teen motorists need to act fast. A sweeping overhaul signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis now requires every learner aged 15–17 to finish a state‑approved 50‑hour Driver Education/Traffic Safety course—on top of the long‑standing four‑hour TLSAE class—before they may touch the wheel legally. What exactly does … Read more
America’s most trusted car brand just changed, and owners everywhere are taking notice. It’s not every day Toyota loses a reliability contest, but Consumer Reports’ 2025 survey says otherwise. The 300,000‑owner poll crowned Subaru as the most dependable nameplate in the United States, bumping Lexus to second and Toyota to an unfamiliar third. Subaru claims … Read more
Seven months after rolling a brand‑new Corolla off the lot, driver and TikTok creator Zane says Toyota has refused to replace a steering wheel that is already peeling. His video, now past 125,000 views, has other owners wondering whether their own warranties are as solid as they thought. Zane’s 30,000‑mile sedan came back from the dealership … Read more
CRRC’s new demonstrator promises to bridge the gap between rail and flight, trimming intercity travel to just 2½ hours. China has lifted the curtain on a magnetic‑levitation train designed to streak along at 600 km/h (roughly 373 mph). Displayed at the 17th Beijing Modern Railway Exhibition, the prototype—developed by China Railway Rolling Stock Corporation (CRRC)—could redraw the country’s busiest … Read more
Owners across the country report that once‑coveted German marques are racking up electrical gremlins, oil leaks and costly transmission work—often just after the warranty clock stops ticking. Who could this hit hardest, and what problems keep popping up? Read on for the key findings and what they might mean for your next car‑shopping trip. Consistent … Read more
Tesla’s stainless‑steel pickup keeps making headlines, and not the kind investors like. Between fresh mechanical fixes and disappointing showroom numbers, the once‑hyped Cybertruck is struggling to deliver on CEO Elon Musk’s lofty promises. In a nutshell, the vehicle has racked up eight federal recalls since its December 2023 launch, faces a de facto ban across Europe, and posted … Read more
Discontinued last year, the full‑size truck still delivers muscle, tech, and value at around $35,000. Need a workhorse that can double as a weekend cruiser? The Nissan Titan may be the answer. Once tailored specifically for American roads, the model left showrooms after a sales slump, yet its value proposition has only grown in today’s bustling … Read more
Teens across the Sunshine State have a few extra weeks to meet tougher education, vision, and supervision standards before hitting the road under Statute 322.1615. Florida’s young motorists just got a summer homework assignment. After a one‑month delay, the state’s new 50‑hour Driver Education/Traffic Safety Classroom requirement kicks in on August 1, 2025. Anyone 15 or older seeking … Read more
Air taxis are now operational, reaching speeds of up to 130 kilometers per hour. For years, we’ve imagined flying cars as part of futuristic sci-fi movies. Now, that vision is becoming a reality in China. Partnering with EHang, a Chinese company, the country has completed its first air taxi takeoffs, making waves worldwide and showing … Read more
Ferrari, a name synonymous with speed, luxury, and impeccable engineering, is making a bold move into the future of sustainable automotive technology. The Italian automaker has announced the development of a new hybrid hydrogen-electric engine that promises to merge eco-friendly power sources with the company’s legendary combustion performance. The result is a future-proof engine that … Read more
With several U.S. transit systems labeling e‑bikes a fire risk, riders are looking for a safer, greener option. Enter the Boon H2, a hydrogen‑fuel‑cell bicycle from Irish start‑up HubUR that aims to rewrite urban mobility. The compact cycle swaps bulky lithium batteries for a removable 20‑gram hydrogen cartridge, giving roughly 31 miles of assist per tank and eliminating … Read more
A sun‑soaked makeover is coming to every new Fiat in the United States. The Italian brand confirms it will stop offering gray paint worldwide, rolling out a Mediterranean‑inspired palette to rekindle the “New Dolce Vita” spirit. The change starts with the all‑electric 600e and flows to the 500, Panda, and Tipo lines this model year. … Read more
Thirty senior safety officials shown the door as federal pressure mounts on Autopilot and Full Self‑Driving. The abrupt firing of 30 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) specialists by Elon Musk, now chairing the new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), could become the biggest roadblock yet for Tesla’s autonomous ambitions. Owners who depend on Autopilot or … Read more
Hundreds of Southwest Airlines flights axed from July through September. Vacation planners facing sticker shock will have one more obstacle this summer: fewer Southwest options. The carrier confirmed it will scrub 247 flights across its July‑to‑September schedule, trimming capacity particularly at St. Louis Lambert International Airport. Southwest’s latest cutback follows a $149 million first‑quarter loss and a … Read more
Virginia’s move could reshape how states tackle chronic speeding—will other legislatures follow suit? Reckless driving kills thousands each year, and traditional fines aren’t stopping repeat offenders. A newly signed Virginia law aims to change that by letting courts order speed‑limiting devices instead of suspending licenses or handing down jail time. How Virginia’s House Bill 2096 brings … Read more
A sweeping reform lets residents like Franklin Johnson reclaim their licenses and rebuild daily life across the Buckeye State. Franklin Johnson did a double‑take when he opened a June 10 letter from the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles: the decade‑old suspension on his driver’s license was gone. He is one of more than 400,000 Ohioans … Read more
California’s Aptera says its lightweight “sun machine” could rewrite the electric‑vehicle rulebook. Aptera Motors, the San Diego–based pioneer of three‑wheeled EVs, has pulled the covers off a solar‑electric coupe that—according to its engineers—can cruise for roughly 1,000 miles without plugging in. If the claim holds up, commuters, road‑trippers, and range‑worriers alike may soon have a new … Read more
The automaker’s sprawling safety campaign covers faulty brakes, frozen cameras, and a back‑seat lockout risk that could leave passengers stuck. Ford Motor Co. has launched one of its largest safety drives in years, telling drivers of certain 2024–2025 Super Duty pickups not to get behind the wheel until a simple—but critical—brake‑pedal spring is confirmed to be … Read more