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Consumer Reports' top cars of 2024: Hybrids compete with gas-only
News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shared Consumer Reports’ annual list to help you find a new and reliable car.
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These gadgets can protect your car from theft
Jeff Dawkins, the owner of Charged Up Customs in Rockville, Maryland, specializes in anti-theft devices for vehicles and says his business stays busy due to the uptick in crime. He shared some theft prevention options with News4’s Susan Hogan.
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Snow, grime & salt: How to keep your car clean in winter
If your car is new and has advanced safety systems, it likely relies on clean sensors to work properly. News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares how to keep your car clean and safe, especially after a snowstorm.
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Drive Time 2024: Standout EVs, Incredible Exotics and Classic Cars
The coolest, most innovative cars, SUVs and trucks are ready to be admired and tried out at the 2024 Washington, DC Auto Show. Tommy McFly takes us on a tour of the best exhibits.
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Washington Auto Show returns with a look at the newest cars
The Washington, D.C. Auto Show is back with a look at the latest in car design and innovation.
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Honda teases new EVs with futuristic ‘Space-Hub' and ‘Saloon' concept cars
Honda revealed two concept cars Tuesday at CES as a preview for a new lineup of global electrified vehicles that will begin arriving in North America in 2026.
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Backordered auto parts cause long repair delays
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.
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Stellantis recalls nearly 273,000 Ram trucks because rear view camera image may not show on screen
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.
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Know your auto repair rights
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.
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Biden on auto industry: “Record profits have not been shared fairly”
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.
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UAW strike begins against Big 3 automakers
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.
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Thousands stop work and join the picket lines as UAW union strikes at all 3 Detroit automakers
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.
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The United Auto Worker union may soon strike major US car makers. Here's why and what that means
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.
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Why auto worker strikes against GM, Ford and Stellantis seem inevitable
Prolonged strikes against GM, Ford and Stellantis would be unprecedented and quickly impact the automotive supply chain, U.S. economy and domestic production.
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BMW unveils Vision Neue Klasse concept car as it touts the dawn of a new EV era
The first electric vehicles based on the Neue Klasse — or new class — architecture are set to enter production in 2025.
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‘Is this really happening?': Pregnant woman survives tornado flipping her car
The pregnant woman whose car was tossed into the air by a tornado says she is lucky to be alive.
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UAW workers overwhelmingly vote to authorize strikes at GM, Ford, Stellantis
UAW members overwhelmingly granted union leaders authorization to strike during ongoing contract negotiations with GM, Ford and Stellantis, if warranted.
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Proposed new rules would require cars to give more warnings when you're not wearing a seatbelt — even in the back seat
Federal officials will be taking public comment on the proposed rule for the next 60 days.
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29-year-old's self-driving car startup was born in a garage—now it has Bill Gates' attention and a $1 billion valuation
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.
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Why Americans are struggling with car loans
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.