Lawsuit says four Tesla Model X occupants died in Idaho crash

Killed were Jennifer Blaine, Emily Blaine Leavitt, Zach Leavitt, Denali Blaine and dog Peaches. January 2, 2026 – A Tesla Model According to Idaho State Police, the 2022 Tesla Model The Tesla Model X lawsuit was filed by Nathan A. Blaine, husband of driver Jennifer Blaine. The crash occurred on September 1, 2023, on Idaho […]

Problems with Audi rear seat belts lead to recall of 28,000 vehicles

Audi rear seat belt retractors can cause problems when using child seats. January 3, 2026 — Nearly 28,000 Audi vehicles are being recalled due to problems with the rear seat belt retractors and their operation with child seats. Audi says the auto-locking retractor may not engage if a child seat is installed with the seat […]

Toyota Transmission Lawsuit Covers Multiple Models

Toyota and Aisin have filed a lawsuit alleging defects in the eight-speed transmission and torque converters. January 3, 2026 According to a class action lawsuit against Toyota automatic transmissions, typical transmissions should last at least 200,000 miles, but the Aisin transmissions in these models would fail before 60,000 miles. 2017-present Toyota Highlander 2024-present Toyota Grand […]

Indians drive on petrol and diesel; park EV plans after GST cut

The share of battery electric vehicles in the Indian two-wheeler and passenger car market has declined in 2025 after the government reduced GST rates on petrol and diesel vehicles from October, even as electric vehicle sales continued to grow during the year, according to a report by The Times of India.The tax cut widened the […]

10-second video, geotagging: Government makes vehicle fitness certificates, PUC harder to obtain

The days of getting fitness and pollution certificates delivered to our homes, without taking vehicles to a testing center, may soon be over. The Ministry of Road Transport has proposed sweeping changes to motor vehicle rules, making automated testing mandatory for private vehicles, along with video evidence of the test. The move is aimed at […]

Think big, do less, execute flawlessly: Mahindra Group CEO and MD Anish Shah to colleagues

New Delhi: Mahindra Group CEO and Managing Director Anish Shah has asked employees of the diversified conglomerate to ‘think big, do less and execute flawlessly’ as they look to 2026 with confidence, collaborative mindset, agility and grit.In his New Year’s address to employees of the domestic group from agricultural equipment to aerostructures, Shah reiterated the […]

The Smart Cruiser alternative Harley buyers are overlooking

There’s a good reason why Harley-Davidson is the default choice for cruiser motorcycle enthusiasts. The products are quite unique, and lately some have become quite valuable as well. At the same time, buying American stocks also has disadvantages. One is the high MSRP, especially if you opt for the OG heavyweight Softail range. The badge […]