1+ mon, 6+ day ago (477+ words) Prospective purchasers are less than thrilled about the decision TWO of the most popular car infotainment features are set to be phased out by major American automaker General Motors. Confirmed by the company's CEO Mary Barra herself on Wednesday, both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are being phased out by the manufacturer. While Apple CarPlay and Android Auto have already been replaced on the EVs made by GM and its subsidiaries Chevrolet, Cadillac, GMC, and Buick, Barra confirmed that gas models will fully phase out the features eventually. However, Barra offered no exact timeline for when this will happen, instead saying that "a lot of it depends on when you do an update to that vehicle. We made a decision to prioritize our EV vehicles during this timeframe, and as we go forward, we'll continue across the portfolio," per the…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago (406+ words) Plus, other winter laws coming into force DRIVERS have to comply with a new law which can land them a $37 fine. New rules will be applied during winter months to keep the streets free from obstructions. Woodbury's winter parking ban is now in force, and anyone leaving their car on the street overnight could be slapped with a fine. From November 1 right through to April 1, motorists are prohibited from parking on public streets between 2am and 6am, whether there's snow on the ground or not. And if two inches or more of snow fall, you can forget about street parking altogether " it's off-limits until the ploughs have cleared every inch. City officials say the rule will keep snowploughs moving and roads safe during those icy winter mornings. read more on motors Drivers with valid parking permits slapped with up to '$115 per day…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago (601+ words) The company's motto was 'accountability and fun' A LEADING motor dealership has revealed plans to dissolve its 49-year legacy." The company, beloved by American drivers, is one of the most recognisable firms in the business. In the past five decades, Lazydays has become well-known in the US for selling and servicing RVs, with its company motto promising "accountability and fun. However, it is now in the process of being sold to Campers Inn RV, America's largest family-operated RV dealership group, after reportedly suffering heavy losses. The deal is intended to be completed by December 1. While some of Lazydays' dealerships across the country will remain, others face an uncertain future. READ MORER IN MOTORS Iconic Rose Bowl stadium unrecognizable amid deadly Los Angeles wildfires GET OFF MY LAWN Neighbors rage over dozens of cars & RVs 'in their backyard' Customers who have…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago (545+ words) The city's mayor weighed in on the fresh legislation A NEW piece of legislation in a US state county will completely change how locals can park outside their properties. It will soon be legal for residents in Palm Coast City, Florida to park certain commercial motors on residential driveways without covering them in tarpaulin. The local city council voted three to two on the rollout, which will include trucks, pick-up trucks and will be limited to one per driveway. Larger vehicles, boats, and dump trucks are not included in the motor allowance. Critics say the law will make the city look less orderly and swales will be damaged by the heavy vehicles. "This is a slippery slope, if there ever was one," council member Dave Sullivan fumed. read more in motors But Palm Coast City Mayor Mike Norris argued it…...

10+ mon, 4+ week ago (493+ words) DRIVERS are being urged to make a crucial check before forking out on a new car - or risk losing out on thousands of dollars." As 2025 gets into gear, residents in Portland, Oregon, have been told to be wary of a new car-buying scam that involve fake vehicle manufacturer documents. Issued by the Oregon Department of Motor Vehicle Services and reported by KOIN6, the Oregon DMV have claimed scammers are using fake Manufacturer Certificates of Origin, or MCOs, to obtain titles for cars that have been stolen." The little-known MCO certifies a vehicle's original ownership, and is issued by the manufacturer when a vehicle is produced - containing information such as the make, model, year, and the vehicle identification number." However, in some cases, scammers are able to create fake vehicle identification numbers and add them to counterfeit MCOs. This is simply done…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago (966+ words) Scroll down for a summary of the patrol schedule DRIVERS that break new driving rules are set to face fines of up to $25,000 plus jail time. As cops boost patrols in a November crackdown on the "fatal four" driving violations. The Illinois State Police have launched a series of Special Traffic Enforcement Patrols across Central Illinois during November. These patrols will be held in Vermilion, Macon, and Champaign counties. They will be targeting the Fatal Four violations which include Impaired driving, Seatbelt violations, Speeding and Distracted driving. ISP says both daytime and night time patrols will increase and are aimed at improving highway safety and reducing traffic fatalities. New winter "location" law slaps drivers with $37 fine even if you're not in car Drivers face $10,000 fine and jailtime under US state's proposed "phone down" law Drunk or drugged driving are the…...

5+ day, 9+ hour ago (435+ words) Another state's license plate law will come into force in January DRIVERS risk being slapped with hefty fines worth up to $5,000 as part of a major crackdown when it comes to license plates." Millions of road users have been warned that customizing the appearance of plates is now a crime." And, drivers who are caught breaking the rules will not only receive a warning from a cop." Drivers that may be tempted to buy so-called flippers should think again. And, those who use flipping devices for criminal purposes risk a $5,000 fine." But, that's not the only penalty drivers in Florida could receive." read more on motors Drivers can ditch their license & leave the ID at home under new state law Final hours until Nov 1 'slow' law hits roads as drivers risk fines up to $500 They could get a prison sentence…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago (630+ words) The price difference between new and used vehicles is now a fraction of the overall cost THE American auto industry's affordability crisis has officially bled into the one safe haven prospective purchasers had left. The used car market has been hit so bad that, at times, it makes more sense for prospective purchasers United States to buy new instead. The average price of a used car in America has risen to its highest point in 18 months to a value of just under $25,000, an increase of around $1,300 from a year-and-a-half ago. For popular vehicles like the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla Cross, Kia Seltos, and Ford Bronco, this translate to their 2023 models holding a value that's within about 10% of their 2025 counterparts' MSRPs. Typically, cars with this amount of time between them would have a 40% difference in value, significantly higher than contemporary margins....

1+ mon, 3+ week ago (722+ words) But there's a human element of the billing equation being forgotten A CAR rental company is catching flak from one customer who alleges its damage claims are incorrect. The driver is adamant that she isn't to blame for the scuff, priced by the company at $440 after it was detected by newly implemented inspection procedures. New York resident Nicole Paixao is being charged $440 by Hertz after its new AI-powered inspection software detected damage to one of the wheels when she returned the Nissan Altima she and her wife rented for a Fourth of July vacation trip. However, Paixao says she isn't responsible for the damage, even going as far as to say it didn't actually exist. "I do not believe at any point that I damaged their vehicle or did anything wrong. I will not succumb to $440 for a scratch, which,…...

1+ mon, 7+ hour ago (879+ words) Scroll down to find out the deadline. AMERICAN drivers have just months left to claim up to $15,750 in compensation after a major carmaker agreed to settle a lawsuit over allegedly defective engines. Those affected can secure their payout by submitting proof, including bank statements or repair invoices, before the end of 2025. The case, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, applies to current and former owners and lessees of certain Land Rover and Range Rover models across the United States. The lawsuit claims that several vehicles were fitted with faulty turbochargers which could cause serious engine damage and leave drivers with costly repair bills. According to the lawsuit, Jaguar Land Rover allegedly knew about the defect but failed to warn customers or cover the expense of repairs. Although the company has not admitted any wrongdoing, it…...