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Traffic deaths declined 3.3% in the first half of the year, but Fed officials see more work ahead

Traffic fatalities dropped 3.3% in the first half of the year compared with the prior-year period, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

The Independent UK

Kia and Hyundai recall more than 3 million vehicles due to the risk of fire

More than 1.6 million Hyundais and 1.7 million Kias are at risk of engine compartment fires. Owners of the affected vehicles are urged to park them outside and away from homes and buildings.

WEKU

Hyundai and Kia recall 3.4M vehicles; owners warned of fire risk when parking indoors

The recalls cover several models from 2010 through 2019, including Hyundai’s Santa Fe SUV and Kia’s Sorrento SUV.

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New cars are supposed to be getting safer. So why are fatalities on the rise?

Government test data shows new passenger vehicles in the U.S. are extremely safe, but roadway deaths are steadily rising

The Independent UK

Chevrolet Bolt EUV Charging Cords Recalled Over Electric Shock Risk

According to GM, “these charging cords contain incorrect software and may fail to discontinue charging if the ground connection is lost.”

InsideEVs

Feds Claim 52M Airbags From 12 Automakers Are Unsafe, Recall Possible

NHTSA alleges that the airbag inflators could rupture during deployment.

Motor1

Recall: Some 2018-2023 Harley Softails Could Have Rear Shock Hardware Break

Certain 2018 through 2023 Harley-Davidson Softail models are being recalled due to a fastener used on the rear shock adjuster that could impact rider safety.

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A fatal Ohio crash has some asking why most school buses still don't have seat belts

Several states now require lap-and-shoulder belts on all new school buses purchased. But most states have no such requirement.

WEKU

Police Spare Tesla CEO Elon Musk From Fine Over Illegal Livestream While Driving

Palo Alto police have decided not to fine Tesla CEO Elon Musk over the illegal livestream of FSD V12.

InsideEVs

Tesla allowing no-hands driving with Autopilot for longer periods and US regulators have questions

The government has been investigating Autopilot for crashing into emergency vehicles parked on freeways, as well as hitting motorcycles and crossing tractor-trailers.

Chicago Sun-Times

Tesla Receives Special Order From NHTSA Concerning Autopilot Probe

It’s unclear if the Austin-based EV maker complied with the deadline, but the letter states that failure to do so can result in fines of up to $26,315 per day.

InsideEVs

Recall: Some 2023 Indian Challengers And Pursuits May Have Fuel Line Issue

Indian Motorcycle is recalling some 2023 Challengers and Pursuit Dark Horse models due to the possibility that a faulty fuel line was provided by a supplier.

RideApart

Recall: Some Triumph Trident 660s, Tiger Sport 660s Could Have Engine Stall

Triumph Motorcycles America issued a safety recall for 2021 through 2024 Trident 660 and Tiger Sport 660s due to a hose issue that could cause an engine stall.

RideApart

Feds Want Automakers To Install More Seat Belt Warning Systems In Cars

The proposed rule focuses on the passenger and rear seats.

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NHTSA Opens Investigation Into Ford Mustang Mach-E Power Loss Recall

The NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has opened a recall query into 64,727 Mach-E EVs after it received 12 consumer complaints.

The Independent UK

NHTSA proposing new rules to encourage seat belt use by all vehicle passengers

The Department of Transportation is proposing new rules designed to encourage seat belt usage by car and truck passengers, including those sitting in the back seats

RideApart

Recall: Some 2023 Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello Could Have Rear Shock Break

Moto Guzzi parent company Piaggio Group Americas reported a safety recall for certain 2023 V100 Mandello and V100 Mandello Aviazione Navale in August 2023.

InsideEVs

Tesla Cybertruck Spotted On Transport Rig With Crash Test Markings

It will be interesting to see how the angular truck performs in the crashworthiness tests, considering its upright front section, which doesn’t look very friendly to pedestrians.

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Watch The Audi Q8 Earn Its Five-Star NHTSA Side-Impact Safety Rating

A direct hit on the B-pillar at 38.5 mph lifts the left-hand wheels off the ground.

InsideEVs

NHTSA Opens Special Probe Into Fatal Tesla Model Y Crash In Virginia

This is the latest in more than 35 Tesla special crash investigations the NHTSA opened since 2016 in cases where Autopilot was suspected of being used.

InsideEVs

Watch Tesla Model X On Autopilot Crash: Driver Rams Into Police Car, NHTSA Probe Underway

The NHTSA is investigating 16 instances of Teslas driving on autopilot crashing into emergency vehicles.

Motor1

Feds Investigating 1.1 Million Ram Trucks For Possible Steering Problem

The NHTSA has 380 reports of Ram 1500s from 2013 through 2016 losing some or all power steering.

InsideEVs

NHTSA Opens Safety Probe Into 280,000 Tesla Model 3, Model Y EVs

Owners of new 2023 Tesla Model 3/Y vehicles complained to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration about losing steering control and power steering.

Roll Call

GOP readies fight against new fuel economy standards - Roll Call

Congressional Republicans say the Transportation Department’s proposed mileage standards will add to the cost of buying a car.

The Independent UK

GM recalls nearly 900 vehicles with Takata air bag inflators, blames manufacturing problem

General Motors is recalling nearly 900 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada with Takata air bag inflators that could explode and hurl shrapnel in a crash

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