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01:13 The Rivian R1T Is Safest Truck The IIHS Has Ever Tested

The Rivian R1T Is Safest Truck The IIHS Has Ever Tested

But it's also the first electric truck to receive an IIHS rating, so we'll see if can hold onto its title.
By Andrei Nedelea Sep 12 2024
The Volvo EX90 Will Beep At You For Looking At The Road Too Much

The Volvo EX90 Will Beep At You For Looking At The Road Too Much

Everyone knows that looking away from the road can be dangerous. Here's why Volvo thinks looking at it too much is a problem, too.
By Mack Hogan Sep 3 2024
Self-Driving Cars Aren’t Making Roads Safer. But These Systems Are

Self-Driving Cars Aren’t Making Roads Safer. But These Systems Are

Experts argue that automation isn’t making our roads any safer. But crash avoidance features really are.
By Suvrat Kothari Aug 29 2024
29:13 This EV Charging Device Could Be A Lifesaver In An Emergency

This EV Charging Device Could Be A Lifesaver In An Emergency

EVject enables EV drivers to drive away to safety without unplugging the vehicle. Should you toss one in your car?
By Tom Moloughney Jul 10 2024
Lucid Air Recalled Over Sudden Loss Of Drive, Coolant Failure

Lucid Air Recalled Over Sudden Loss Of Drive, Coolant Failure

Lucid observed at least 10 instances of unwarned power loss while owners were driving their sedans.
By Suvrat Kothari Jul 10 2024
Amazon Electric Vans Ignite In Houston Heat. Rivian Rules Out Battery Fault

Amazon Electric Vans Ignite In Houston Heat. Rivian Rules Out Battery Fault

The Fourth of July week didn’t go as planned for three Rivian Amazon electric delivery vans in Houston.
By Suvrat Kothari Jul 4 2024
2025 Rivian Owner's Stuck Accelerator Pedal Highlights Floor Mat Issue

2025 Rivian Owner's Stuck Accelerator Pedal Highlights Floor Mat Issue

Rivian owners may want to watch out: floor mats are different on the new cars, and one owner says the accelerator pedal could stick.
By Suvrat Kothari Jul 2 2024
Tesla Reports Fewer Crashes, Incidents With Full Self-Driving In 2023 Vs. 2022

Tesla Reports Fewer Crashes, Incidents With Full Self-Driving In 2023 Vs. 2022

The number was close to the Autopilot level, but will it beat it in 2024?
By Mark Kane Jul 1 2024
Tesla Cybertruck Recalled Due To Wiper Issue, Loose Bed Trim (Update)

Tesla Cybertruck Recalled Due To Wiper Issue, Loose Bed Trim (Update)

Tesla employees have told buyers that the current hold is due to a faulty windshield wiper motor.
By Wade Malone Jun 25 2024
01:52 Electrify America Increases Charger Security As Cable Thefts Continue

Electrify America Increases Charger Security As Cable Thefts Continue

The Recycled Materials Association is also increasing scrap theft alerts in affected areas.
By Wade Malone Jun 22 2024
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Goes To ER After Being Sliced During Delivery

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Goes To ER After Being Sliced During Delivery

During his walk-around inspection, a new Cybertruck owner suffered a deep cut from the truck's side panel.
By Wade Malone May 27 2024
Tesla Autopilot Data Shows Improved Q1 2024: 7.63 Million Miles Per Crash

Tesla Autopilot Data Shows Improved Q1 2024: 7.63 Million Miles Per Crash

The average distance between crashes, while using Autopilot, improved 47% year-over-year.
By Mark Kane May 23 2024
Tesla Autopilot Linked To 13 Deaths, Hundreds Of Crashes In New Investigation

Tesla Autopilot Linked To 13 Deaths, Hundreds Of Crashes In New Investigation

Moreover, U.S. federal regulators are probing whether a December Tesla recall actually fixed the safety issues with Autopilot and FSD.
By Andrei Nedelea Apr 26 2024
Tesla Cybertruck's Pedal Fix Isn't Pretty But Deliveries Can Resume

Tesla Cybertruck's Pedal Fix Isn't Pretty But Deliveries Can Resume

While not especially elegant, the quick rivet fix has reportedly allowed Cybertruck deliveries to resume.
By Wade Malone Apr 20 2024
Tesla Model Y Driver Survives Deadly Construction Accident

Tesla Model Y Driver Survives Deadly Construction Accident

Quick thinking and quick braking may have saved the life of this Tesla Model Y owner.
By Wade Malone Apr 6 2024
The Rivian R1T Is The Only Pickup Truck With A Top Safety Pick+ Rating From IIHS

The Rivian R1T Is The Only Pickup Truck With A Top Safety Pick+ Rating From IIHS

There isn’t any other pickup truck, electric or not, to receive the highly-coveted badge.
By Iulian Dnistran Apr 4 2024
Your Volvo Will Now Alert You To Car Crashes Up Ahead

Your Volvo Will Now Alert You To Car Crashes Up Ahead

The feature uses real-time traffic data to alert drivers of crashes ahead.
By Suvrat Kothari Feb 29 2024
America’s Guardrails Can’t Handle Hefty EV Trucks

America’s Guardrails Can’t Handle Hefty EV Trucks

In a recent test, a Rivian R1T pickup ripped through a steel guardrail like it was barely there.
By Tim Levin Feb 1 2024
Tesla Autopilot Crash Data Shows Little To No Improvement For 2023

Tesla Autopilot Crash Data Shows Little To No Improvement For 2023

You'd think there'd be some progress over time.
By Mark Kane Jan 27 2024
Fox Racing’s New Dropframe Pro Helmet Is An E-Bike Certified MTB Lid

Fox Racing’s New Dropframe Pro Helmet Is An E-Bike Certified MTB Lid

The new three-quarters helmet is said to be Fox’s safest open-face lid on offer.
By Enrico Punsalang Jan 2 2024
Tesla Reportedly Has The Highest Accident Rate Of Any Marque. Except It Probably Doesn’t

Tesla Reportedly Has The Highest Accident Rate Of Any Marque. Except It Probably Doesn’t

Insurance data shows the issue lies with drivers and not necessarily the cars.
By Iulian Dnistran Dec 22 2023
Tesla Knew It Installed Defective Parts In Its EVs. It Charged Customers For Repairs Anyway

Tesla Knew It Installed Defective Parts In Its EVs. It Charged Customers For Repairs Anyway

The automaker blamed drivers for vehicle “abuse,” but some cars had fewer than 1,000 miles on the odometer.
By Iulian Dnistran Dec 21 2023
Tesla Is 'Highly Confident' Cybertruck Is Safer Per Mile Than Other Trucks

Tesla Is 'Highly Confident' Cybertruck Is Safer Per Mile Than Other Trucks

That goes for vehicle occupants and pedestrians.
By Rob Stumpf Dec 7 2023
VinFast VF8 Scores 4 Out Of 5 Stars In Euro NCAP Crash Test

VinFast VF8 Scores 4 Out Of 5 Stars In Euro NCAP Crash Test

It’s the first time a major crash-testing organization put the Vietnamese EV under the microscope.
By Iulian Dnistran Dec 6 2023
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