Automakers preparing to ship the first solid-state electric vehicle batteries now face a fixed regulatory deadline. China’s ...
The rechargeable batteries that power common items like e-bikes, scooters and electric cars can pose a dangerous new threat to firefighters. They burn hotter and longer — and many fire departments may ...
BMW airbag ruptures, EV battery fire warnings, and camera failures dominate another busy recall week. Each week, NHTSA recall notices pile up. Here’s the full breakdown of the latest safety defects ...
China is seeking to expand its influence over the future of the global auto industry through a sweeping regulatory blueprint ...
You must know this, but your car needs a battery to run properly. A dead battery means a car won’t start, but various electronics in the car won’t work properly either, including overhead dome lights, ...
️ Editor's note: This article was updated with new information in December 2025. Dead batteries are a predictable reality for any car that spends more time parked than driven. Battery discharge does ...
Affected vehicles include model-year 2022 Kia Niro EVs. The high-voltage battery safety plug may overheat and melt, causing a loss in drive power and increasing the risk of fire and injury. Drivers ...