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Ford is recalling 1.74 million vehicles over software issues causing rearview display failures. Bronco, Edge, Escape owners affected by display problems.

Ford's aggressive recall strategy targets safety issues before major incidents. All models but one affected since 2020, including Bronco, Explorer and F-150 Lightning.

Ford CEO Jim Farley and wife Lia gifted Pope Leo XIV a customized Explorer SUV during a private Vatican audience on Feb. 28, featuring Chicago-themed details and a hybrid powertrain.

A major survey of 11,000 Americans reveals Ford as the "most American" brand, beating Coca-Cola, McDonald's and Apple across political and economic divides.

Insurance giant Allstate is facing a privacy lawsuit for allegedly using cellphone tracking data to deny coverage and increase rates for drivers nationwide.

Ford recalls over 615,000 US vehicles for a wiper motor defect affecting Explorer and Escape SUVs and a separate driveshaft issue, regulators said.

State Farm Mutual announced it will distribute $5 billion dividend to customers across 49 million vehicles due to lower collision rates and reduced auto repair costs.

Ford recalls 4.3 million vehicles over a software problem that could cause trailer brake failure and a loss of exterior lights when towing.

Alphabet’s Waymo is laying groundwork for driverless ride-hailing in Chicago, starting with mapping and manual tests as it expands beyond current markets.

Aston Martin announced a plan to cut up to 20% of its workforce as ongoing financial struggles and challenging market conditions affecting the luxury automaker.

Lamborghini canceled plans for an upcoming electric vehicle launch due to a lack of consumer demand and will replace it with a plug-in hybrid instead, CEO Stephan Winkelmann said.

Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than 412,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to the potential for steering control loss in model year 2017 to 2019 Explorer SUVs.

CarMax allegedly violated federal law by repossessing servicemembers' vehicles without required court orders, leading to a $420,000 settlement agreement.

Volvo is recalling over 40,000 EX30 electric SUVs worldwide due to a battery fire risk. Owners are urged to limit charging to 70% until safety repairs are completed.

General Motors is recalling model year 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon and Cadillac Escalade SUVs for transmission problems, with dealers installing new software.

Nissan issued two recalls for its Rogue sport utility vehicle, one due to engine problems and the other because of broken throttle body gears.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed the company will sell its fully autonomous Cybercab robotaxi for under $30,000 before 2027, as production officially begins.

Chrysler is recalling over 80,000 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs due to rear coil springs that may detach while driving, creating dangerous road hazards for vehicles.

Tesla avoids California license suspension after stopping "autopilot" use in marketing following state DMV order over misleading advertising practices.

Stellantis issued an urgent stop-drive order for 225,000 vehicles with potentially defective Takata air bags that can explode, sending metal fragments into the cabin.