California pushes for auto insurance refund checks due to less driving during pandemic
California is giving these auto insurance companies 30 days to issue refund checks to their drivers, saying it is "out of patience."
The average new car price hit a record $45,000 in September
The average transaction price for a new vehicle hit a record $45,031 in September, according to Kelly Blue Book. A focus on SUVs and pickups is behind the increase.
Tesla directors get softer support, shareholder proposal gains traction
Electric carmaker Tesla Inc on Wednesday reported lower support than usual for two directors at its recent shareholder meeting, and greater support for a call to review the company's use of mandatory arbitration after a court decision in favor of a temporary employee who accused Tesla of reutdiscrimination.
NHTSA asks Tesla why it didn't issue recall over 'Autopilot' software update
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration asked Tesla this week to explain why the company did not issue a recall notice last month when it implemented a safety-related software update to its “Autopilot” program.
Enterprise named best rental car company by J.D. Power
Enterprise was named the top brand in J.D. Power's 2021 North American Rental Car Satisfaction Survey.
Volvo unveils first 'fossil-free' steel vehicle
Volvo has unveiled its first 'fossil-free' vehicle, which uses steel manufactured without coal. The mining truck is expected to go into production next year.
Strike looms as John Deere, UAW can't reach deal
United Auto Workers union members appear to be heading closer to a strike Tuesday after rejecting a contract offer from Deere & Co. over the weekend that would have given at least 5% raises to staff that build John Deere tractors and other equipment.
Tesla's China shipments hit record in September
Tesla Inc.’s shipments of China-made vehicles hit a record in September.
LG to pay $1.9 billion toward $2 billion Chevrolet Bolt battery recall
LG Electronics has agreed to pick up most of the tab for GM's recall of over 140,000 Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicles. A manufacturing defect has been linked to several vehicle fires.
Elon Musk reveals Tesla Cybertruck-inspired Gigabier beer in Germany
Tesla will sell a Gigabier beer at its new factory in Germany. Elon Musk unveiled the Cybertruck-inspired bottle at an event held at the facility.
New small pickups are a big deal for Hyundai and Ford
Hyundai and Ford have launched new compact pickups that will test the water for a new segment in pickup-mad America. The Santa Cruz and Maverick have proven to be a hit so far.
The hottest selling vehicle in America
Car analysts say small pickup trucks are trending. FoxNews.com automotive editor Gary Gastelu with more.
California law to eventually ban gas-powered lawn equipment
California will soon ban the sale of new gas-powered leaf blowers and lawn mowers, a move aimed at curbing emissions from a category of small engines on pace to produce more pollution each year than passenger vehicles.
Tesla's Elon Musk suggests Texas HQ move inspired by tweet from California Democrat
Tesla CEO Elon Musk on Friday suggested that his decision to move the auto maker's headquarters from Fremont, California, to Austin, Texas, was inspired by a Democratic assemblywoman who tweeted, “F--k Elon Musk," in 2020.
Top 5 richest Americans on Forbes 400 List: Who are they?
Forbes has released its 40th annual list of the 400 wealthiest people across the world and the majority are Americans.
How GM CEO Mary Barra wowed Wall Street
General Motors CEO Mary Barra electrified investors this week as she laid the ground work to double profits and dominate the electric vehicle market.
Michigan Gov. Whitmer slammed after Ford opens electric vehicle plants in other states
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has come under fire recently after Ford announced it will open electric vehicle and battery plants in Tennessee and Kentucky.
Tesla's Brandenburg factory becomes festival site for 'Giga-Fest'
From flashing lights and booming speakers to sprawling stages and a Ferris wheel, Tesla's factory near Berlin has been transformed into a festival site for a one-day county fair on Saturday, hosted by CEO Elon Musk.
Elon Musk says Tesla HQ will move to Austin. Are California's vaunted venture capital deals next?
If California has been America’s VC motherboard, Silicon Valley is the high-speed processor. But Silicon Valley’s dominance is fading, with its share of U.S. deals falling below 20 percent for the first time in history.
Elon Musk says he wants to build cars on Mars 'before I am dead'
Elon Musk said he'd like to put a Tesla factory on Mars, but it'll probably be 40 years before he does.



















