News By Topic: Repair and Maintenance

Official NHTSA Detailed Recalls Summary September 22-28, 2025

Sep 29, 2025

The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrapup September 21-27, 2025

Sep 28, 2025

Larry’s Top Auto Story Picks of the Week The most important, relevant, and sometimes semi-secret stories you need to know—served up snappy, opinionated, and insider-sharp. These are expertly crafted, easy-to-understand news nuggets that cut through the noise and get right to what matters to you in the automotive wo ... Continue reading

Ethanol-Gasoline Blends Are Perfect for All BMW Cars...

Sep 27, 2025

...as well as all the internal combustion vehicles made by Ford, Chevrolet, Dodge, Chrysler, Honda, Toyota, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari, Audi, Nissan, Cadillac, Rolls-Royce, Land Rover, Range Rover, Fiat, Seat, Volvo, Lincoln, Aston Martin, Alfa Romeo, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jaguar, Lamborghini, Maserati, etc., etc. ... Continue reading

What to Expect When Buying a Used Car: VIN Check & Smart Choices

Sep 26, 2025

Understand what to expect when buying a used car: VINgurus report, budget planning, extended warranties, test drive, and smart negotiation for the best price. ... Continue reading

Common Mistakes People Make After a Truck Accident

Sep 25, 2025

Adrenaline and stress can lead to choices that harm your recovery, finances, or legal rights. ... Continue reading

Ridesharing and Road Safety: The Automotive Risks of Uber

Sep 25, 2025

Ridesharing apps like Uber and Lyft have become extremely popular. However, there are safety concerns linked with these services’ business models. ... Continue reading

Testing Anti-Ethanol Tests - UPDATED with Replies

Sep 22, 2025

Here's what happens when you do a little analysis By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher THE AUTO CHANNEL Todd Osgood produces test videos that he publishes on YouTube under the name PROJECT FARM. ... Continue reading

Hyundai Expands Education Initiatives in Georgia

Sep 22, 2025

Hyundai recently announced an expanded partnership with the H2GP Foundation and the SAE Foundation to advance science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in Bryan County, Georgia. ... Continue reading

Official NHTSA Detailed Recalls Summary September 15-21, 2025

Sep 22, 2025

The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading

How a VIN Check Builds Confidence in Your Car-Buying Decision

Sep 22, 2025

A vehicle may appear flawless, but hidden issues like past accidents, title problems, or mileage discrepancies can lead to expensive repairs. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrapup September 14-20, 2025

Sep 21, 2025

NACTOY Best announced.The North American Car and Truck of the Year “Best of 2026” list includes six cars, five trucks and nineteen utility vehicles. NACTOY jurors will drive these vehicles back-to-back at a special event in late October. ... Continue reading

NHTSA Opens Probe Into 2021 Tesla Model Y Door Handle Failures

Sep 16, 2025

NHTSA has opened a probe into ~174,000 2021 Tesla Model Y SUVs over reports that exterior door handles can become inoperative. Tesla response pending. What owners should know: review manual interior releases and report incidents to NHTSA. ... Continue reading

Official NHTSA Detailed Recalls Summary September 8-15, 2025

Sep 15, 2025

Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall. To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading

6 Reasons your Steering Wheel is Making a Noise and How to Fix it?

Sep 15, 2025

Your driver's ability to react to any road issues depends majorly on the car's steering wheel. It has a huge role in your steering as well as a suspension system. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrapup Septmber September 7-14, 2025

Sep 14, 2025

AUTO CENTRAL - Louisville, KY - September 7, 2025; Every Sunday for the past 30 years, Larry Nutson, The Chicago Car Guy and TACH Executive Producer, compiled his take on this past week's automotive news, condensed into easy-to-digest news Nuggets. Complete versions of today's news nuggets, along with hundreds of thous ... Continue reading