Ford to launch 7 new electric vehicles in Europe by 2024 with help from Volkswagen
Ford will launch seven new electric vehicles in Europe by 2024, including two crossovers built on a Volkswagen-designed platform.
St. Louis County former Ford mechanic awarded $20M in asbestos suit
A former Ford mechanic was awarded $20 million after suing over alleged exposure to asbestos while he worked on Ford vehicle brakes as a mechanic in the 1960s.
February Inflation: Where are rising prices hitting Americans the hardest?
FOX Business provides a roundup of the products whose year-over-year price increases are hitting Americans the hardest.
Gas prices: What you can do to spend less at the pump
Fox Business provides a roundup of best practices for consumers looking to save money on gas while driving and at the pump.
California to test electric Fords and GMs as backup power for homes
The Pacific Gas & Electric Company is planning pilot programs this year to study the use of Ford and GM's electric vehicles as backup power for homes in case of blackouts.
Metals spike jumps catalytic converter thefts
The National Insurance Crime Bureau estimates that owners can pay between $1,000 to $3,000 to replace stolen catalytic converters, in addition to the lost income associated with missing work and finding and paying for alternate transportation.
Electric car searches double amid gas price spike
Interest in electric cars has more than doubled since the Russian invasion of Ukraine sent oil prices into record territory, according to new data from Cars.com.
Japan's Toyota to cut production by between 5%-20% from previous plan
Toyota Motor Corp has told suppliers it will cut domestic production by up to 20% as it faces strains from ongoing chip shortages.
Metal prices hit record highs, costs of consumer goods to rise
Metal prices are surging to record highs as the commodities remain in short supply exacerbated by the war in Ukraine.
BMW recalls over 917,000 vehicles due to engine fire risk
The recall covers select 1 Series, 3 Series, 5 Series, Z4, X3 SAV AND X5 SAV vehicles between the 2006 and 2013 model years, according to documents posted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website on March 2.
Despite sanctions amid war with Ukraine, Russia's economy not likely to collapse, experts say
Despite the punishing financial sanctions, Russia has built "an economy that’s geared for conflict," said Richard Connolly, an expert on the Russian economy at the Royal United Services Institute in Britain.
Putin-favorite Russian car brand Lada idles production
Russian car brand Lada has idled production due to parts shortages. The iconic marque is currently owned by Groupe Renault.
Filling a gas-powered vehicle can still be cheaper than charging an electric one
Charging an electric car at a public charging station can cost as much or more than filling one with gasoline in some cases.
Americans reconsider driving, spending habits and their employment amid record gas prices
Americans are rethinking their driving and spending habits as gas prices surge to record highs.
Gas prices hit an all-time high: Here's how to make your fuel take you farther on the road
As gas prices surge past $4 per gallon, fuel-friendly actions can help save while prices are high.
Porsche suspends electric car production due to Ukraine war
Porsche is pausing production of its electric Taycan model line for over a week due to a shortage of parts caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Biden pledges to make EVs more affordable in State of the Union address
During his first State of the Union address, Biden unveiled a plan to fight inflation, which includes lowering energy costs with a number of investments in EVs.
Ferrari suspends Russia sales, donates $1 million to Ukraine aid
Ferrari said it has stopped building cars for Russia until further notice and will donate 1 million euros to Ukrainian relief.
Nissan suspending Russia business, donating $2.75 million to Ukraine relief
Nissan is putting much of its Russian business on hold after the invasion of Ukraine. Exports to the country have been suspended and it will soon cease production at its factory in St. Petersburg.



















