George Weykamp

The Supreme Court's decision to overturn the Chevron deference limits the authority of federal agencies, but past legal challenges and compromises with industry make automotive regulators uniquely positioned to survive further judicial challenges.

Seven out of eight crossovers with rear automatic braking performed well in a recent rear crash prevention test from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety.

<p>The tax credits cast a wide net when they took effect in 2022. Now just 15 vehicles qualifyStricter rules about battery materials and components sourcing could diminish the share of eligible models even more.</p>

<p>Partially automated driving systems that can take over driving in some settings don’t have a tangible impact on vehicle safety, a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and the Highway Loss Data Institute says.</p>

<p>International automakers produced more light vehicles in the U.S. than the Detroit 3 for the first time in 2023, according to a report from Autos Drive America and the American International Automobile Dealers Association released July 9.</p>

<p>Stellantis is recalling 332,000 vehicles in the U.S. for an issue with the seat belt connector that could prevent airbag deployment in the event of a crash.</p>

<p>Fisker Inc. is recalling 7,965 Ocean SUVs in the U.S. and Canada over a water pump issue that could lead to loss of power. It was the fourth Ocean recall issued this summer.</p>

Ford is recalling 552,188 F-150s due to an issue with the powertrain control module that could unintentionally downshift the vehicle into first gear.

<p>Stellantis has issued 30 recalls in the U.S. so far this year affecting about 2.2 million vehicles, NHTSA data shows.</p>

<p>Just months after the EPA announced its relaxed tailpipe emissions rules, NHTSA announced fuel economy standards for light-duty cars and trucks that would require an average fleet fuel economy of 50.4 mpg by the 2031 model year.</p>

Tariffs may not be enough to block Chinese EVs from the U.S.

<p>Tariffs meant to block Chinese electric vehicles from the U.S. market could be circumvented by trade advantages in Mexico and flexibility in the USMCA.</p>

<p>Auto safety regulators are investigating Nissan following reports of unexpected activation of side curtain airbags</p>

<p>The ruling will increase scrutiny on design patents, making it easier for third-party manufacturers to produce spare parts for vehicles, a change that could reduce the cost of repairs.</p>

NHTSA investigates 50,000 VW ID4 recall for unexpected door opening

<p>U.S. auto safety regulators are investigating Volkswagen Group’s handling of a 2023 recall after reports of doors opening while vehicles were in motion.</p>

<p>U.S. auto safety regulators are ending a safety probe into 100,000 Model X vehicles after the automaker issued a recall to remedy concerns over the front seat belt suddenly detaching.</p>

<p>The Biden administration is attempting to find a balance between encouraging domestic production and ensuring competitive prices for EVs.</p>

<p>U.S. auto safety regulators are investigating Alphabet-owned after reports that its autonomous driving systems led to collisions or violated traffic laws.</p>

<p>Conflicting policy moves reflect dependence on China’s supply chain and concerns about subsidies and national security</p>