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Annual list highlights safest new, used vehicles for teens for 2022

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and Consumer Reports on Thursday published their annual list of the safest affordable vehicles for teenage drivers for 2022.

Poll: Are you changing your Memorial Day plans due to soaring gas prices?

Gas prices are spiking just as nicer weather finally reaches Michigan -- which is typically true of the warmer, busier travel season in the state, but this year it’s worse than usual.

Michigan car insurance refund checks: Companies have until May 9 to send to eligible drivers

Auto insurance companies have until May 9 to issue the remaining refunds for eligible Michigan drivers.

Toyota recalls 460K vehicles due to software error

Toyota is recalling about 460,000 vehicles due to an issue with the stability control system, officials announced Wednesday.

Dearborn police cracking down on noisy drivers

Authorities say they will be cracking down on noisy drivers in the city of Dearborn in an effort to maintain neighborhood peace.

Tesla delivers record number of cars despite challenges

The electric carmaker delivered more than 310,000 vehicles in the first three months of this year.

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Dearborn basement transformed into epic slot car track

He may be in his 60s, but Jimmy Attard is absolutely living out a dream a whole lot of us had as kids. Attard has spent decades transforming the basement of his Dearborn home into an epic slot car racing track, and you really need to see it to believe it.

Report: Ford to sell cars without some non-safety related chips, install them later

Amid an ongoing chip shortage, Ford is reportedly planning to ship and sell vehicles without certain non-critical chips as the automaker deals with a pile of unfinished vehicles.

Get Caught Up: Michigan starts issuing $400 auto insurance refund checks -- your most common questions answered

Eligible Michigan drivers will start seeing $400 auto insurance refund checks hitting their mailboxes this week. Here’s everything you need to know.

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Michigan auto insurance refund payments: Answering FAQs about eligibility and more

Eligible Michigan drivers will start seeing $400 refund checks starting this week. Here’s everything you need to know.

Michigan car insurance refund checks coming: What you need to know

Eligible Michigan drivers will start seeing $400 refund checks starting this week. Here’s everything you need to know.

Michigan auto insurance refund checks: How much, eligibility questions, payment timeline

Eligible Michigan drivers will start seeing $400 refund checks starting this week. Here’s everything you need to know.

Michigan starts issuing $400 auto insurance refund checks: Your most common questions answered

Eligible Michigan drivers will start seeing $400 refund checks starting this week. Here’s everything you need to know.

Does the automatic start-stop function on some cars save money on gas?

Many newer cars have a function that turns off the engine when the vehicle is stopped. Should you be leaving that function on or turning it off during the gas crisis to save money?

Autorama guide: Hot rod show returns to Downtown Detroit

The weekend is warming up just in time for “America’s greatest hot rod show” to kick off in Detroit.

Experts say gas prices could hit $5 per gallon amid war in Ukraine

Gasoline prices are rising sharply in Michigan and throughout the U.S. due to rising oil costs caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Detroit police bust chop shop after finding stolen vehicle on property

A man has been arrested after police busted a chop shop on Detroit’s west side, official said.

Troy police investigate series of steering wheel thefts at apartment complex

Thieves have been taking steering wheels from vehicles parked at a Troy apartment complex.

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Car prices expected to stay at record highs

If you’re in the market for a car, there’s no doubt you’ve noticed prices are up.

Here are the winners of the 2022 NACTOY Awards

The winners of the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Awards were announced Tuesday morning in Detroit.

2022 NACTOY Awards winners: Honda Civic, Ford Maverick, Ford Bronco

The winners of the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Awards are set to be announced Tuesday morning.

2022 NACTOY Awards winners to be announced today -- follow updates here

The winners of the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Awards are set to be announced Tuesday morning.

Novak Djokovic’s Australian immigration limbo set to end as judge hears visa case

The tennis star's standoff with Australian officials neared an end as a judge prepared to decide whether the Serb would be deported or released and allowed to compete in the Australian Open.

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Detroit is home to a new automaker in NBC’s new sitcom

One of the stars of "American Auto" shares what to expect in this new sitcom.

From Gucci to De Rucci, Innovation Always Grew From Imitation

History is littered with examples of companies that have been disparaged — some in explicitly racist terms — by industrial powerhouses like the U.S. and Europe. The shoe’s on the other foot now.

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Consumer Reports: Ranking the most reliable vehicles and auto brands

Consumer Reports released their new rankings for car reliability, ranking 28 brands based on how reliable their vehicles are over time.

5 ways to prep your tires for your winter road trip

The holiday season is upon us, and many of us will be hitting the roads to meet up with loved ones.

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Brecon Beacons: Cave rescue operation after fall in Ogof Ffynnon Ddu

At least eight rescue teams are still trying to rescue a man who fell in a cave system on Saturday.

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Thieves are hacking into key fobs to drive away with newer push to start cars

High-tech thieves are hacking into key fobs to steal cars and experts say it’s starting to become more common.

Climate change: Four things you can do about your carbon footprint

Small changes to our lifestyles and choices could limit our personal carbon footprint.

bbc.co.uk

4 arrested after road rage gun battle, crash in Garden City

Two cars involved in a road rage race and exchanging gunfire crashed at Middlebelt Road and Marquette Street in Garden City, hitting an innocent bystander in a Jeep.

New program aims to educate new teen drivers in areas where they lack experience

One of the most exciting rites of passage for teens is getting a driver’s license. It can also be one of the most troubling for parents who have concerns about safety. This happens to be National Teen Driver Safety Week, and there is a program called “Strive 4 a Safer Drive” that is dedicated to helping teens make safer driving choices.

Halloween typically sees an increase in fatal car crashes, no matter what day of the week it’s on

While the main features of Halloween are candy and costumes, there is something else that typically increases when the day rolls around: Fatal car crashes.

GM sales sharply decline in 3rd quarter due to part shortages

Sales have dropped significantly for General Motors this quarter due to part shortages and “historically low inventories” caused by issues related to the coronavirus pandemic.

Ford to add 10,800 jobs making electric vehicles, batteries

Ford and a partner company say they plan to build three major electric-vehicle battery factories and an auto assembly plant by 2025.

‘It’s a thrill’ -- Motor Bella draws big crowds in Pontiac

This hands on experience makes Motor Bella unique, get to see how fast these cars can go.

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Live camera: 2021 Motor Bella car show in Pontiac

A new and exciting type of car show for the whole family is coming to Metro Detroit.

NACTOY names 23 semifinalists for 2022 Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year awards

The North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Awards organization announced its list of semifinalists Tuesday at the inaugural Motor Bella event at M1 Concourse in Pontiac.

Live coverage: Kicking off Motor Bella, Metro Detroit’s new interactive car show

A new and exciting type of car show for the whole family is coming to Metro Detroit.

Take a fast and furious ride at this race course

Fulfill your need for speed at this race track in Pontiac!

Troubled auto industry sends car care business booming

With the cost of used vehicles at an all time high, and with production of new vehicles nearly halted, people are investing in their current car amid the pandemic.

Ford temporarily stops taking online reservations for Bronco

Ford has temporarily stopped taking reservations for orders of its full-sized Bronco.

This auto show will let you take a sports car for a spin around a race course

Have you ever felt the need for speed? You can zero in on that feeling at an all new car show coming to the D.

Fastest-selling vehicles in Detroit market in July 2021: New Escalade, used Alfa Romeo

The fastest-selling new vehicle in the Detroit market in July 2021 was the Cadillac Escalade.

After skipping 2020 due to pandemic, Woodward Dream Cruise returns to Metro Detroit

People from all over came to Metro Detroit for the return of the Woodward Dream Cruise.

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‘Thank God it’s back’ -- Metro Detroit welcomes the return of the Woodward Dream Cruise

The Woodward Dream Cruise is back after the pandemic forced the cancellation of the Cruise last year.

Infrastructure Bill Funds New Technology To Combat Drunk Driving

The technology could be in all new cars that are manufactured in the next few years.

newsy.com

Woodward Dream Cruise returns to Metro Detroit this weekend

The Woodward Dream Cruise returns this weekend in Metro Detroit after being cancelled last year amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Metro Detroiters gear up for Woodward Dream Cruise’s return this weekend

After a being cancelled last year amid the pandemic, the Woodward Dream Cruise returns this weekend in Metro Detroit.

Engines are revving for a big tradition on Woodward Ave.

The Woodward Dream Cruise is bringing cars and a crowd to the avenue.

Here are the details on the all-new car show that’s rolling into Detroit this week

We may not have been able to enjoy the traditional Auto Show this year, but this event could be just as fun -- how about an all-new car show rolling into the Motor City this week, and taking over downtown Detroit?

Some used vehicles are worth more than new ones

Is there a payday sitting in your driveway? Prices on the used car market have exploded and you may be surprised how much some models are worth.

Report: Some cars cost more used than new amid part shortage

With companies facing shortages of microchips and parts, new cars are being produced at slower rates than normal. So it’s no surprise that the price of used cars are going up amid the demand.

Van sales soar amid home delivery boom

While demand for vans rises, new car sales remain sluggish as computer chip shortages limit supplies.

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Drivers paying $500 towing fees after massive flood in Metro Detroit

Local 4 spoke with drivers whose cars were stranded on the freeway, shocked at how much money it is costing them to get their cars back.

The Nicholasville Road debate highlights Lexington’s need for better public transit

“The urban sprawl that cars produce, the high speeds at which they travel, and the dominance they have over the street render all other forms of transport basically useless.”

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Is it time to shop around for better car insurance?

Between the lifting of COVID restrictions, returning to work, and summer vacations, more people are climbing behind the wheel and hitting the roads.

26th annual Woodward Dream Cruise returns this summer

Auto enthusiasts, get ready to restart those engines. The 26th annual Woodward Dream Cruise presented by Ford is back on for this summer.

Chicago police say 14-year-old charged in multiple carjackings and robberies since July

The other incidents he allegedly is connected to, many of which police said he was identified as taking part in through photo arrays by victims, occurred in the 8800 block of South Luella Avenue, the 1600 block of East 92nd Place, the 8900 block of South Constance Avenue, the 600 block of East Bowen Avenue, the 2600 block of East 91st Street, the 7900 block of South State Street, the 8800 block of South East End Avenue and the 8600 block of South University Avenue, police said.

chicagotribune.com

What's stopping autonomous cars?

This week a self-driving car traveled across the country from California to New York. Several automakers say we are just a few years away from having autonomous vehicles on the market, but Lauren Lyster tells us about a major speed bump that still needs to be crossed before drivers can take their hands off the wheel.

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Are driverless cars that far away? Safety comes first.

Are driverless cars that far away? Safety comes first. Based on cameras and other sensors, much of the latest auto technology is geared towards driver safety. Jake Fisher of Consumer Reports explains how these advances are leading to full driverless capability of our cars.

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