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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…...
Gas prices drop 35 cents in Akron, 27 cents in Cleveland: Here's what Gas Buddy is saying
2+ day, 6+ hour ago (208+ words) AKRON, Ohio " Gas prices have dropped across Northeast Ohio, but Akron and Cleveland are still holding above the national average. Drivers in Akron are now paying an average of $4. 32 per gallon after prices went down 35. 9 cents compared to last week,…...
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
4+ day, 20+ hour 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…...
Ohio reviewing about 5, 000 commercial driver's licenses under updated federal rules
5+ day, 27+ min ago (500+ words) COLUMBUS, Ohio " The Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles says it will contact approximately 5, 000 commercial driver's license holders as part of a review tied to updated federal eligibility requirements. According to the BMV, the review applies to holders of non-domiciled commercial…...
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…...
Ferrari's first electric vehicle met with market skepticism
1+ week, 18+ hour ago (774+ words) Ferrari on Tuesday presented its first-ever fully electric car to Italy's President and Pope Leo XIV. Yet it's still waiting for the ultimate approval from someone less high-profile: the consumer. The Italian automaker unveiled the all-new Luce EV on Monday " even…...