Many electric vehicles to lose big tax credit under proposed new rules

Fewer new EVs will qualify for a full $7,500 federal tax credit under the rules proposed Friday by the U.S. Treasury Department.

Massive auto museum puts the 'car' in Cartersville

Just in time for Spring Break, Cartersville's Savoy Automobile Museum has some gleaming new additions to its world-class collection.

Hyundai, Kia recalls vehicles over fire risk; owners urged to park outside

The recall affects Hyundai vehicles, including the 2019 to 2023 Santa Fe, the 2021 to 2023 Santa Fe Hybrid, the 2022 and 2023 Santa Fe Plug-in hybrid, and the 2022 and 2023 Santa Cruz. The only Kia affected is the Carnival minivan from 2022 and 2023.

Knowing car insurance terms can save you money

Car insurance is something most of us have, but we tend to skim over the details of our policies. Knowing all the terms can actually help save you money.

Texas Senate bill aims to increase criminal penalties for catalytic converter thieves

Senate Bill 432 would make it a state jail felony for anyone who is found in possession of a stolen catalytic converter. So even if a thief isn't caught in the act, there would still be consequences. The bill does have protections for special circumstances.

It only takes seconds to steal a catalytic converter, how to protect your vehicle

Catalytic converter theft is not only on the rise, it’s spiking. It’s a lucrative theft that only takes seconds to steal. It’s such a problem that Carfax decided to try it out themselves. 

Ford offers fast-track technician certification program at Gwinnett Tech

As Georgia positions itself to be a hub for the electric transportation industry, it is expanding its trade school programs to support it. 

Carmakers are dropping AM radios from electric vehicles. Is that bad?

In a letter, former FEMA officials said eliminating AM radio from electric vehicles prevents drivers from receiving safety alerts in an emergency.

Honda to recall 500,000 vehicles to repair seat belt issue

The recalls involve some of Honda’s top-selling cars, including the 2017 through 2020 CR-V, the 2018 and 2019 Accord, the 2018 through 2020 Odyssey, and the 2019 Insight.

General Motors offers buyouts for U.S. employees and executives

General Motors is offering salaried employees a voluntary buyout as it seeks to reduce costs by $2 billion over the next two years. "Taking this step now will help avoid the potential for involuntary actions," a company letter said.

Car thefts in US top 1 million for first time since 2008

California led the nation in car thefts last year, followed by Texas. Meanwhile, Illinois experienced the highest spike from 2021, followed by Washington and New York, according to a new report.

The $109K Ford F-150 Raptor R is so hot it costs much more than that

The 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R is a high-performance off-road model that is both the most powerful and highest-priced truck Ford has ever sold.