Cars / Autos

Shortages on products from appliances to vehicles to furniture became common during the pandemic, and while things are improving, one shortage is leaving drivers stranded without their cars for months. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan explains.

Stellantis is recalling nearly 273,000 trucks in the U.S. because the radio software can stop the rear view camera image from being displayed.

Car repairs can be costly, so it’s important to make sure the job is done right the first time. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan explains the laws in place to keep customers and their finances protected.

President Joe Biden announced he is sending two members of his staff to help the United Auto Workers union and Big 3 automakers negotiate a new contract.

The United Auto Workers union officially went on strike at midnight Friday after their leaders failed to reach a deal with Detroit automakers. It was the first time in the union’s 88-year history that it walked out on all three companies simultaneously.

About 13,000 U.S. auto workers stopped making vehicles and went on strike Friday after their leaders couldn’t bridge a giant gap between union demands in contract talks and what Detroit’s three automakers are willing to pay.

About 146,000 U.S. auto workers are set to go on strike this week if General Motors, Ford and Stellantis fail to meet their demands for big pay raises and the restoration of concessions the workers made years ago when the companies were in financial trouble.

Prolonged strikes against GM, Ford and Stellantis would be unprecedented and quickly impact the automotive supply chain, U.S. economy and domestic production.

The first electric vehicles based on the Neue Klasse — or new class — architecture are set to enter production in 2025.

The pregnant woman whose car was tossed into the air by a tornado says she is lucky to be alive.

UAW members overwhelmingly granted union leaders authorization to strike during ongoing contract negotiations with GM, Ford and Stellantis, if warranted.

Federal officials will be taking public comment on the proposed rule for the next 60 days.

Since Alex Kendall co-founded Wayve in a garage in 2017, the self-driving car startup has grown rapidly amid the AI boom — with Bill Gates taking notice.

Auto loan debt in the U.S. is at a record high of $1.5 trillion. Here’s what lenders say is happening and how consumers can ensure they’re protected.

The new president of the United Auto Workers says the union will present a long list to General Motors, Ford and Stellantis when it delivers economic demands to the companies this week.

Owners of 2011-2022 Hyundais can get software upgrades at the RFK stadium site through Monday, News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.

Buying a car can be stressful, expensive and even frustrating when a dealer tries to take on extra fees. News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan explains which fees you can negotiate or avoid.

The new driver’s license will be available on July 17.

Drivers obtaining or renewing their licenses will get a “uniquely D.C.” design with upgraded security starting on July 17.

Honda issued a recall for more than 124,000 vehicles on Monday over an issue that could cause them to lose brake function.