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A driver's test for autonomous vehicles? A leading expert says US should have one
Read full article: A driver's test for autonomous vehicles? A leading expert says US should have oneAt a time of growing concern about the safety of self-driving vehicles, a leading expert is calling on the federal government to develop a national driver’s test that such vehicles would have to pass before they could travel on public roads.
SURVEILLANCE VIDEO: Houston police looking for two men wanted for stealing car with 10-month-old inside
Read full article: SURVEILLANCE VIDEO: Houston police looking for two men wanted for stealing car with 10-month-old insideThe Houston Police Department has released surveillance video of two separate robberies in hopes that someone can identify the suspects accused of stealing vehicles from their victims, including one where a 10-month-old was inside the car.
Man dies after being struck by 2 vehicles while crossing East Freeway in east Harris County
Read full article: Man dies after being struck by 2 vehicles while crossing East Freeway in east Harris CountyA man died after he was struck by two vehicles while crossing the East Freeway in east Harris County on Saturday, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.
Own an electric vehicle in Texas? You’ll need to pay an additional fee when renewing your registration starting Sept. 1
Read full article: Own an electric vehicle in Texas? You’ll need to pay an additional fee when renewing your registration starting Sept. 1Texans, if you own an electric vehicle, you’ll need to fork over some extra cash when you renew your registration.
FM 1942 shutdown as crews respond to multiple vehicles on fire near junk yard in east Harris County
Read full article: FM 1942 shutdown as crews respond to multiple vehicles on fire near junk yard in east Harris CountyThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office said FM 1942 in eastern Harris County is shutdown in both directions as crews work to extinguish multiple vehicles on fire.
Stellantis recalls nearly 220,000 Jeep Cherokee SUVs worldwide due to fire risk
Read full article: Stellantis recalls nearly 220,000 Jeep Cherokee SUVs worldwide due to fire riskStellantis is telling owners of nearly 220,000 Jeep Cherokee SUVs worldwide to park them outdoors and away from other vehicles because the power liftgates can catch fire even when the engines are off. The company is recalling certain Jeep Cherokees from the 2014 through 2016 model years. Water can get into the liftgate control computer, causing an electrical short that can touch off a fire. The company says it hasn’t developed a fix yet. Owners will get notification letters starting June 30. Stellantis says the problem was caught in a routine review of customer data.
Kia warns Sportage owners of possible engine fires
Read full article: Kia warns Sportage owners of possible engine firesKia warns Sportage owners of possible engine firesFires can start in the older SUV models while the engines are running or when they’re turned off, and Kia says the vehicles should be parked outside.
Children paying the price of America’s bigger cars and trucks’ front blind zones, NBC News reports
Read full article: Children paying the price of America’s bigger cars and trucks’ front blind zones, NBC News reportsEach year, many kids get hit and die when their parents can’t see them in their vehicles’ front blind zones. A U.S. senator wants to pass a law requiring safety features to prevent these accidents.
Over 1M Teslas recalled after reports of windows pinching fingers when rolled up
Read full article: Over 1M Teslas recalled after reports of windows pinching fingers when rolled upTesla is recalling nearly 1.1 million vehicles in the U.S. because the windows can pinch a person’s fingers when being rolled up.
With soaring gas prices, EVs and public transportation have never looked more attractive
Read full article: With soaring gas prices, EVs and public transportation have never looked more attractiveThe nationwide average price for a gallon of unleaded gas has reached record highs in 2022, according to GasBuddy.com.
KPRC 2 Investigates: Gas stations sticking drivers with bad gasoline and big repair bills
Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigates: Gas stations sticking drivers with bad gasoline and big repair billsIf you fill up your car with contaminated gas it can cause major, costly problems. If you can prove the issues are a result of the bad fuel, the gas station owner who sold it to you should pay for your repairs. The KPRC 2 Investigative team is on the case of a Houston businessman who’s sticking it to his customers by dodging the bills and their calls for help.
US agency orders automated vehicle makers to report crashes
Read full article: US agency orders automated vehicle makers to report crashesThe U.S. government’s highway safety agency has ordered automakers to report any crashes involving fully autonomous vehicles or partially automated driver assist systems.
Volkswagen tests electric cars, transit apps on Greek island
Read full article: Volkswagen tests electric cars, transit apps on Greek islandGerman carmaker Volkswagen has launched a five-year project on the small Greek island of Astypalea to test the adoption of electric vehicles in areas switching to sustainable energy generation.
Ask 2: Is it illegal to hang items on your rearview mirror inside your vehicle?
Read full article: Ask 2: Is it illegal to hang items on your rearview mirror inside your vehicle?At KPRC 2, we’re dedicated to keeping Houstonians informed. As part of our Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston.
Here are the worst used cars you can buy right now
Read full article: Here are the worst used cars you can buy right nowConsumer Reports is known for telling us the best appliances, products and cars to buy. They're not holding back, now publishing a list of more than 100 of the worst used cars you can buy.
How much does it really cost to drive your car?
Read full article: How much does it really cost to drive your car?Traffic Expert Anavid Reyes breaks down AAA’s numbers for the average annual driving costs for 2020. Bottom lineThe average annual driving cost is the highest on record since AAA began tracking expenses in 1950 at $9,561. Since 1950, AAA has published it’s annual Your Driving Costs study that breaks down the cost of owning a new car, including depreciation, finance, fuel, insurance, license/registration/taxes and maintenance/repair. Texans love their pickup trucks – but they have the highest overall driving costs-- 75.39¢/mile. These are then combined and averaged to determine the overall cost to own a new car in 2020.
Don’t miss Wrinkles the Art Car on Jay Leno’s Garage Wednesday night
Read full article: Don’t miss Wrinkles the Art Car on Jay Leno’s Garage Wednesday nightHOUSTON – You can catch a Houston artist and car enthusiast on Jay Leno's Garage Wednesday night on CNBC. Jay Leno's Garage is a weekly show on CNBC where the comedian reviews cars, motorcycles and interviews celebrities behind the wheel. “It’s a hairless cat and I just love them, but my family does not like them as much as me. Kimi usually strips the art car every year and recreates it but she says Wrinkles’ newfound fame has earned her an extra life. You can see Kimi and Wrinkles on Jay Leno’s Garage at 9 p.m. CT on CNBC.