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Looking for a first car? Report lists the safest vehicles for new drivers in 2026
1+ hour, 18+ min ago (332+ words) Shopping for a teen driver's first car can be stressful, and safety experts say picking the right vehicle matters more than ever. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, along with Consumer Reports, have released their updated 2026 recommendations'for safe vehicles for…...
Ford is recalling nearly 420, 000 vehicles for a seat belt issue
3+ hour, 20+ min ago (205+ words) Ford is recalling almost 420, 000 vehicles because of a seat belt issue that may result in an injury if a crash occurs. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a report Tuesday that the recall includes certain Ford Expedition and…...
'Do not drive': Ford recall of two models warns drivers could lose control of their vehicles
2+ hour, 11+ min ago (146+ words) WASHINGTON " Ford is urging owners of select Bronco Sport and Maverick models not to drive their vehicles over a suspension issue." The recall"warns that the front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed or incorrectly repaired…...
African EV firm Spiro raises $215 million for electric mobility expansion
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (343+ words) The investment round was backed by institutional investors in Europe and Africa, including Denmark's Impact Fund, underscoring growing interest in Africa's clean transport and energy sectors. "This past year marked a defining strategic milestone for Spiro," Gagan Gupta, founder of…...
KARE 11 Events - 11th ANNUAL 10, 000 LAKES CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE Minnesota's Premier Classic Car Experience
3+ day, 7+ hour ago (189+ words) 11th ANNUAL 10, 000 LAKES CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE Minnesota's Premier Classic Car Experience kare11. com Before You Leave, Check This Out "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information' Notice These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in…...
Gas prices dropped nearly 20 cents since last week " but experts warn it could spike again
4+ day, 3+ hour ago (315+ words) WASHINGTON " Gas prices appear to be easing a bit nationwide after weeks of increases, with the national average falling nearly 20 cents since a week ago as oil prices dropped amid reports of peace talks with Iran. AAA said the national…...
In farm country, an old American pickup truck becomes more than a workhorse
5+ day, 17+ min ago (300+ words) It's the first vehicle my dad learned to drive, as a young boy helping with farm chores during the day and adventuring with friends at night. At the time, the 1956 International Harvester S-130 had no sentimental value. Its worth was tied…...
Local gas station's low prices fuel survival at a challenging time
5+ day, 14+ hour ago (389+ words) MINNEAPOLIS " If you were looking for the cheapest gas in the Twin Cities on Thursday, you could wait in line at a certain wholesale club to fill up for about $3. 99/gallon (with a membership card), or you could visit the…...
16, 200 Ford Bronco SUVs recalled because pieces of their roofs might fly off into traffic
6+ day, 4+ hour ago (381+ words) WASHINGTON " Ford is recalling more than 16, 000 Ford Bronco SUVs because there is a chance the cars may have faulty roofs where pieces could fly off into traffic while driving." The recall includes vehicles built between Sept. 23, 2020 and Jan. 13, 2022 for Broncos…...
Memorial Day marks start of costly summer travel season with gas prices unlikely to drop
1+ week, 2+ day ago (386+ words) WASHINGTON " Gas prices in the U. S. remained relatively steady over Memorial Day weekend, with the holiday itself seeing a slight decrease in the national average cost per gallon. But experts say the higher prices since the war in Iran started don't…...