131,000 Ram pickup trucks recalled by Stellantis
The recall warned an engine stall stemming from the issue could potentially occur.
The recall warned an engine stall stemming from the issue could potentially occur.
Lanes closed on I-270 following car fire
Some lanes were blocked Monday on I-270 following a collision and vehicle fire, according to officials.
Some lanes were blocked Monday on I-270 following a collision and vehicle fire, according to officials.
Tesla announces big plans for cheaper iron-based batteries
Tesla Inc. is planning to install iron-based batteries that are not only cheaper, but less of a fire hazard, in a version of an affordable electric vehicle and a semi heavy electric truck, according to reports.
Tesla Inc. is planning to install iron-based batteries that are not only cheaper, but less of a fire hazard, in a version of an affordable electric vehicle and a semi heavy electric truck, according to reports.
DC ranks 4th in safest cities for drivers: report
A new study says D.C. is actually the country’s fourth safest city for drivers.
A new study says D.C. is actually the country’s fourth safest city for drivers.
Nationwide study: Dangerous driving on US roads has reached 'alarming highs'
Gen Z ranked the worst when it came to unsafe driving habits.
Gen Z ranked the worst when it came to unsafe driving habits.
Ford files patent for drones to jump start vehicles with dead batteries
For drivers who find themselves stranded with a dead battery and no one around to help, Ford may be developing technology to help.
For drivers who find themselves stranded with a dead battery and no one around to help, Ford may be developing technology to help.
Honda CR-V recall: Road salt in cold states could cause rusty frame, loose parts
The road salt can accumulate and cause corrosion, and the rear trailing arm can detach, regulators say.
The road salt can accumulate and cause corrosion, and the rear trailing arm can detach, regulators say.
Over 143,000 Volkswagen Atlas SUVs recalled due to potential air bag issue
The NHTSA is urging owners of the specified models to not let anyone sit in the front passenger seat while Volkswagen develops a solution.
The NHTSA is urging owners of the specified models to not let anyone sit in the front passenger seat while Volkswagen develops a solution.
Report: 2021 saw the highest number of traffic crash deaths in 16 years
Nearly 43,000 people died in U.S. traffic crashes in 2021, the highest number in 16 years, with deaths due to speeding and impaired or distracted driving on the rise.
Nearly 43,000 people died in U.S. traffic crashes in 2021, the highest number in 16 years, with deaths due to speeding and impaired or distracted driving on the rise.
Mild weather leads to fewer potholes across DC region
The DMV’s mild winter has led to fewer potholes out on the roads.
The DMV’s mild winter has led to fewer potholes out on the roads.
Honda recalls more than 330,000 vehicles with mirrors at risk of falling off
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said that the vehicles don't comply with the necessary rear visibility requirements.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said that the vehicles don't comply with the necessary rear visibility requirements.
8 injured after fire truck crashes on Richmond Highway
Eight people have been hospitalized after a fire truck and three other vehicles were involved in a collision on Richmond Highway.
Eight people have been hospitalized after a fire truck and three other vehicles were involved in a collision on Richmond Highway.
Carmakers are dropping AM radios from electric vehicles. Is that bad?
In a letter, former FEMA officials said eliminating AM radio from electric vehicles prevents drivers from receiving safety alerts in an emergency.
In a letter, former FEMA officials said eliminating AM radio from electric vehicles prevents drivers from receiving safety alerts in an emergency.
MDOT to install guardrail on Route 15 after tanker explosion in Frederick
The tanker explosion in Frederick that left a man dead and displaced a family is raising a lot of safety concerns for residents. The community is asking state and local leaders to do more to protect families who live off Route 15, and drivers who commute on that road.
The tanker explosion in Frederick that left a man dead and displaced a family is raising a lot of safety concerns for residents. The community is asking state and local leaders to do more to protect families who live off Route 15, and drivers who commute on that road.
Honda to recall 500,000 vehicles to repair seat belt issue
The recalls involve some of Honda’s top-selling cars, including the 2017 through 2020 CR-V, the 2018 and 2019 Accord, the 2018 through 2020 Odyssey, and the 2019 Insight.
The recalls involve some of Honda’s top-selling cars, including the 2017 through 2020 CR-V, the 2018 and 2019 Accord, the 2018 through 2020 Odyssey, and the 2019 Insight.
Ford recalling 18 F-150 Lightning electric pickups after battery fire
Ford said it became aware of the issue when a truck parked in a holding lot at the Dearborn, Michigan, factory caught fire.
Ford said it became aware of the issue when a truck parked in a holding lot at the Dearborn, Michigan, factory caught fire.
'Road Shark' program implemented in Fairfax County to deter aggressive driving
Police are cracking down on dangerous driving in Fairfax County.
Police are cracking down on dangerous driving in Fairfax County.
Prince William County considers adding traffic cameras at intersections, schools, construction zones
Officials in Prince William County, Virginia are considering adding traffic cameras in certain areas like construction sites and school zones.
Officials in Prince William County, Virginia are considering adding traffic cameras in certain areas like construction sites and school zones.
Car thefts in US top 1 million for first time since 2008
California led the nation in car thefts last year, followed by Texas. Meanwhile, Illinois experienced the highest spike from 2021, followed by Washington and New York, according to a new report.
California led the nation in car thefts last year, followed by Texas. Meanwhile, Illinois experienced the highest spike from 2021, followed by Washington and New York, according to a new report.
The $109K Ford F-150 Raptor R is so hot it costs much more than that
The 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R is a high-performance off-road model that is both the most powerful and highest-priced truck Ford has ever sold.
The 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R is a high-performance off-road model that is both the most powerful and highest-priced truck Ford has ever sold.