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Car industry news and recall notices.
Mercedes GLC 300 Owners Report Stubborn Wiper Glitch
A frustrating issue with the windshield wipers on the 2018 Mercedes GLC 300 has been cropping up in owner forums, with drivers reporting that the wipers fail to complete their full sweep across the glass. One owner described the problem,…
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The Mazda MX-5 Miata: 25 Years of Fun That Won’t Leave You Stranded
For decades. Toyota and Honda have dominated the Japanese car market, while Mazda quietly built a loyal following. But Mazda’s reputation took a hit with the finicky RX-7 and RX-8 sports coupes, exciting cars, but not exactly known for…
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A BMW Race Lasted Five Seconds. The Crash Will Last Much Longer.
A dashcam video circulating online captures a reckless moment on a multi-lane highway at dusk. A young man in a black BMW 3 Series pulls alongside another car, waves his hand across his passenger to signal a countdown, and both drivers hit…
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Why Your Mercedes GLE450e Might Be Eating Tires Alive
A Mercedes-Benz GLE450e owner recently brought a frustrating issue to our attention at Boca Auto Care: their plug-in hybrid SUV is chewing through tires at an alarming rate. After just 10,000 miles, the rear tires were worn down to the…
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Boca Auto Care: Why a Self-Driving Car Recall Over Smoke Detection Matters to Every Driver
In a development that underscores the challenges of fully autonomous technology, Zoox, the Amazon-owned robotaxi company, has issued a recall for its self-driving vehicles. The issue? The cars’ software may fail to detect smoke. That’s not…
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Honda Ditches Its Only EV, Shifts Focus to Hybrids
Honda has officially killed off the Prologue, its sole electric vehicle in the U.S. market, marking a sudden retreat from the EV race. The automaker confirmed the model is being discontinued, leaving its American lineup without a single…
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Tesla Told to Fix Overly Bright Headlights After Two-Year Battle with Regulators
In spring 2024, Tesla notified federal safety regulators that nearly 20,000 of its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles had headlights exceeding legal brightness limits, in some cases by almost double. But instead of issuing a fix, the automaker…
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BMW Tells Owners to Park Outside: 29,000+ Plug-In Hybrids Recalled for Fire Hazard
BMW has issued a recall for 29,119 plug-in hybrid vehicles across the U.S., warning owners to park them outdoors and away from structures due to a potential fire risk. The recall affects certain 2020-2024 model year 3 Series, 5 Series, 7…
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Hyundai Issues Safety Recall for Kona and Kona Electric Models Due to Faulty Rear Seat Belts
Hyundai has announced a recall affecting certain Kona and Kona Electric vehicles after discovering a defect in the rear seat belt assembly. The issue, which involves a potential malfunction in the belt’s locking mechanism, could prevent…
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Hyundai Issues Recall for Nearly 48,000 Vehicles - Which Models Are Affected
Hyundai has announced a recall affecting more than 47,000 vehicles in the U.S., citing a potential safety issue that could increase the risk of a crash. The recall, which was filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration…
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Ford Explorer Faces Massive Recall Over Steering Concerns - Over 280,000 SUVs Impacted
Ford is back in the headlines with another significant recall, this time targeting nearly 300,000 Explorer SUVs. The issue centers on a potential defect in the steering rack that could lead to a loss of control while driving. The recall…
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Toyota’s No-Turbo Hybrid Engine Proves Itself in the Long Haul
If you’ve ever wondered why so many taxis sport Toyota’s familiar “HYBRID” badge instead of a turbo emblem, the answer is becoming clearer every year. The latest RAV4 and Camry have both gone all-hybrid, and you can no longer order a…
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