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Fed probe suggests Tesla’s self-driving feature wasn’t to blame in crash that killed a grandmother
4+ hour, 11+ min ago (466+ words) By BERNARD CONDON, Associated Press NEW YORK — Federal safety investigators looking into a runaway Tesla that killed a grandmother in her home say the driver had pressed the accelerator to full speed, suggesting the vehicle’s self-driving software was not to…...
California to offer $3,500 EV rebates to first-time buyers
3+ day, 9+ hour ago (813+ words) California rebates for electric vehicles are coming back. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation on Monday that offers $3,500 for first-time buyers of EVs that cost $50,000 or less. There’s also a rebate of $1,750 for first-time buyers who purchase a used electric vehicle…...
Autopia: Lexus RZ 550e F Sport is hampered by paltry range
1+ week, 3+ day ago (586+ words) Lexus is trying again. The luxury brand of Toyota debuted the electric Lexus RZ lineup in 2023. Its lackluster range ruined all the finer attributes usually associated with the upscale vehicle. For 2026, the bad news returns. The electric lineup all has…...
Letters: Meaningful regulation must catch up with Waymo
1+ week, 2+ day ago (653+ words) Re: “Waymo car delivers misbehaving teen passengers to San Mateo police” (July 7). I am writing to discuss the safety and policies surrounding self-driving ride-sharing services. In the United States, you need to be at least 16 years old to have a…...
What to do with millions of old batteries from e-Bikes, law tools, and power stations? Companies may be required to take them back
1+ week, 23+ hour ago (1034+ words) They are found in everything from the growing number of e-bikes on California’s roads to electric lawn mowers and leaf blowers in backyards, and even in portable power stations used on camping trips that can provide electricity when home outages…...
Harriette Cole: Am I brat for wanting to sell my car?
3+ week, 4+ day ago (464+ words) DEAR HARRIETTE: Am I being a brat for wanting to sell my car? I’m a college student in a major city, and I don’t need a car to get around. I live right by trains and bus stops and get…...
A vehicle’s weight could play into potential road charge that would replace California’s gas tax
3+ week, 4+ hour ago (259+ words) – Peter West, Tustin A: Ultimately, the state Legislature will make the call on any road-charge fee, and a vehicle’s weight could certainly be part of the math. Don’t expect a quick decision. “The Road Charge Technical Advisory Committee meets about…...
Tesla’s European recovery gathers pace after slide in 2025
3+ week, 3+ day ago (382+ words) By Iain Rogers, Bloomberg Tesla Inc.’s recovery in Europe accelerated last month, increasing pressure on rivals like Volkswagen AG that are also grappling with rising competition from Chinese manufacturers. Tesla registrations in the region more than doubled in May,…...
Waymo recalls robotaxis over driving through freeway work zones
4+ week, 1+ day ago (334+ words) By Natalie Lung, Bloomberg Waymo is recalling thousands of its robotaxis to fix a software issue that could cause the autonomous vehicles to enter and drive at speed through freeway construction zones. The Alphabet Inc. unit’s vehicles failed to recognize…...
Best car heat shields to protect your upholstery
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (530+ words) There’s no one trick to protecting your car’s interior, but sunlight is an oft-overlooked factor contributing to aging and discoloring. UV rays are responsible for the heat created in your car and much of the aging and discoloration on its…...