Billie Jean Sammons Ellis, co-founder of Jim Ellis Automotive Group, dies at 89

Billie Jean Sammons Ellis, co-founder of Jim Ellis Automotive Group and wife of the late James "Jim" Wesley Ellis Jr., has died. Her family says she was surrounded by love in her Duluth home just days before her 90th birthday when she passed away.

Ford recalls nearly 113K F-150 pickup trucks due to rear axle issue

Ford is recalling nearly 113,000 of its popular F-150 pickup trucks because of a rear axle hub bolt that "may fatigue and break."

Judge dismisses zoning challenges to $5B Rivian EV plant in Georgia

A judge has dismissed legal challenges to the zoning of a 16 million-square-foot factory on an 1,800-acre megasite chosen by Chicago-based electric vehicle startup Rivian to build its new R2 vehicles

Carmakers with the most recalls in 2023: See if your vehicle is under recall

Regulators issued more than 320 recalls this year for major car manufacturers in the U.S., potentially impacting more than 32 million vehicle models.

Tesla recalls 120K vehicles with doors that may unlock during crash

Tesla has issued another recall for certain Model S and Model X vehicles due to concerns of doors possibly unlocking during crashes.

Over 2.5 million Honda, Acura vehicles recalled over fuel pump defect

Honda Motors said it will replace fuel pumps for all vehicles impacted by the recall at no cost — but in a staggered approach, with owner notification letters not beginning until February.

More US auto buyers turning to hybrids as electric vehicle sales slow

While EV sales are growing, their pace is falling well short of the industry’s ambitious timetable for transitioning away from combustion engines.

Tesla drivers have the highest accident rate, study says

A new study found that Tesla drivers were involved in more accidents than any other auto brand, while drivers of another type of vehicle were in the most auto "incidents," including accidents, DUIs, speeding and citations.

Tesla unveils 2023 updates with automated 911 calls, custom horn sounds

Tesla has introduced its 2023 updates, featuring automated 911 calls and unique customizable horn sounds, such as a screaming goat, when locking doors.

Federal EV tax credit slashed in half for some Tesla Model 3s in 2024

Tesla's Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive and Model 3 Long Range will no longer qualify for the full $7,500 tax credit starting in January

US probes 73,000 Chevrolet Volt cars over loss of power, issues restarting

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration warns the battery issue could pose a safety risk if affected Chevrolet Volt hybrids stall and can't be restarted.

BMW SUVs recalled after Takata air bag inflator blows apart, injuring driver

The recall raises questions about the safety of about 30 million Takata inflators that are under investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Most have not been recalled.

Facts don't match fear in Atlanta parking garage electric vehicle ban

As electric vehicles leap in popularity, a major downtown Atlanta parking garage is taking a different approach: a ban on all EVs from the property. The reason they've given is the fear that an electric vehicle could spontaneously catch fire.

Rare 1966 'Big Tank' Corvette up for auction in Pasco County

If you love cars, maybe you’ve heard the term "Barn Find." It means a special car that’s found preserved in a barn or sometimes a garage. It’s as though the car had been in a time capsule, often for decades.