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Fact or Fiction: China bans hidden door handles popularized by Tesla?
2+ hour, 3+ min ago (99+ words) (KGTV) " An unusual story you may have seen claims China is banning those hidden door handles popularized by Tesla. The flat door handles are a signature feature of Teslas and other electric vehicle-makers in China have adopted similar designs. But…...
2026 could be the year to buy an electric vehicle as incentives and lower prices make EVs more accessible
3+ week, 1+ day ago (382+ words) SAN DIEGO (KGTV) " If you're looking to buy an electric vehicle, 2026 may be the year to do it. Experts say incentives and lower price tags can help you make your decision. Electric vehicles are taking center stage at car shows…...
Kia and Hyundai will pay states $9 million over ignition theft investigations
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (267+ words) New York Attorney General Letitia James and 35 other state Attorneys General announced Tuesday they won a $9 million agreement from auto manufacturers Hyundai and Kia for failing to include appropriate anti-theft technology in their vehicles. Hyundai and Kia will pay $9 million…...
December offers best car buying deals as dealers push year-end sales
2+ mon, 1+ day ago (371+ words) If you're in the market to buy a car, experts say December is the month to do it. Car shoppers currently have the upper hand as dealerships and lenders compete to close out the year strong. Karl Albright, the general…...
Local mechanic, city crews talk potholes and their impacts following storms
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (728+ words) SAN DIEGO (KGTV) " Ray Frey's seen a lot in his decades of experience working on cars. "God, I've seen everything. We've seen people run their cars without oil in their engines, and they blow their engines. I've had one time…...
How to save money and avoid scams renting a car
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (298+ words) SAN DIEGO (KGTV) " Rental car companies are betting you won't do these five things that could save you hundreds this holiday season. Here's exactly what they don't want you to know. Book your rental car with your credit card. Many…...
Driver of truck rescued after accident in Mira Mesa
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (153+ words) The driver of a truck was taken to the hospital after crashing into a tree in Mira Mesa, according to the San Diego Fire Department ... SAN DIEGO (KGTV) " The driver of a truck was taken to the hospital on Thursday…...
Waymo's driverless vehicles heading to San Diego
3+ mon, 1+ day ago (185+ words) SAN DIEGO (KGTV) -- Waymo, whose robotaxis are found in several major U.S. cities, is making its way to America's Finest City. The company announced Monday it will be expanding into three cities: San Diego, Detroit, and Las Vegas. Earlier this year,…...
The Streamline: Deadly crash on I-8; calls for improved safety after boy's death
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (653+ words) In this Streamline newsletter for October 21: This morning, we have the latest details on a chain-reaction crash on Interstate 8 that left a La Mesa Police officer and another driver dead. A community is in mourning and calling for improved safety…...
New car prices hit historic high as average cost surpasses $50,000 for first time
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (162+ words) For the first time ever, the average price for a new car has surpassed $50,000, according to Kelley Blue Book. The pricing guide company reports that buyers paid about $50,080 for new vehicles in September, marking a significant threshold in automotive pricing....