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2009 Maserati GranTurismo

2009 Maserati Models Recalled For Suspension Issue

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a safety recall on all 2009 Maserati Quattroporte sedans and GranTurismo coupes due to a potential issue with the vehicles’ suspension systems. The recall affects the two Maserati models manufactured between July through...

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2011 BMW X5 xDrive

2012 BMW X5 Diesel Recalled For Possible Steering Failure

There are many things that could go wrong on the average new car--they are incredibly complex, computerized machines. But the possibility of steering failure isn't one most... June 27, 2011 by 


 
Drunk driver

One Day, Your Car May Take Away The Keys If You're Drunk

Drunk driving is a big problem in America, accounting for up to 31% of all traffic fatalities in the country. For years, education and awareness campaigns have tried to... June 21, 2011 by 


 
2010 Porsche 911 GT3 RS

2010 And 2011 Porsche 911 Recalled Due To Faulty Wheel Locks

Certain versions of the iconic Porsche 911 are being recalled due to a potentially dangerous central locking hub on the wheels, which if untreated could cause a crash. The... June 16, 2011 by 


 
2010 Volvo XC90

2010 And 2011 Volvo XC90 SUVs Recalled For Power Steering Fault

Volvo, together with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), has issued a recall on 2010 and 2011 model year XC90 SUVs due to a potential fault affecting... May 24, 2011 by 


 
Anti Sleep Pilot

New Gadget Beeps And Blinks, Keeps You Awake At The Wheel

We all know about the dangers of driving under the influnce of alcohol or drugs, but how about driving whilst tired? Drivers falling asleep behind the wheel are said to cause... May 20, 2011 by 


 
Department of Transportation vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) program

Six Cities Named For New Vehicle-To-Vehicle (V2V) Communications Trials

Vehicle-to-vehicle communication, V2V for short, is nothing new. In fact, automakers and governments alike have been working on the technology for the past several years... May 17, 2011 by 


 
2011 Buick LaCrosse

2011 Buick LaCrosse Gets Five-Star NHTSA Safety Rating

The 2011 Buick LaCrosse has been on sale for a while now but the big sedan has only now earned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's five-star rating in the... April 26, 2011 by 


 
2010 Volvo S40

2011 Volvo S40 Recalled Due To Possible Cracks In Engine Bay

Volvo has issued a recall on some models its 2011 S40 sedan due to a potential crack found on the top of the passenger side support member located in the engine bay. The... March 25, 2011 by 


 
2010 Jaguar XKR

2010 Jaguar XF And XK Recalled Due To Power Steering Issue

Jaguar has issued a nationwide recall on its 2010 model year XF and XK Coupe and Convertible due a potential fault with piping in the respective cars’ power steering... March 18, 2011 by 


 
2011 Infiniti G37 Coupe 2-door Journey RWD Front Seats

In The Hot Seat: NHTSA To Examine Seat Heater Burn Cases

Many of us have experienced the unpleasant roasting of thighs and backside when sitting on leather or vinyl seats after they've spent a day in the sun. You wouldn't expect... March 16, 2011 by 


 
2010 Cadillac CTS

2009-2010 Cadillac CTS Recalled Due To Faulty Suspension Part

Cadillac is blaming the wax coating on a rear suspension component for its latest recall of certain 2009 and 2010 model year CTS models. A total of 50,000 vehicles are... February 16, 2011 by 


 
2010 Toyota Camry Hybrid

NASA Can't Find Unintended Acceleration Causes in Toyota's Electronic Throttle Control System

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DoT) yesterday released the final results from NASA's Engineering and Safety Center's ten-month study into potential electronic causes... February 11, 2011 by 


 
Beer

Cars That Won't Let You Drive Them Home When You're Drunk

Many of us in the past may have taken the car keys off a friend to prevent them from driving after a few too many drinks. Now, a new piece of technology will leave them high... January 31, 2011 by 


 
Traffic

'Talking Car' Technology Could Reduce Accidents, Save Lives

The first image that comes into your head when talking cars are mentioned is probably the smiling face of Lightning McQueen from the Disney Pixar film Cars, voiced by Owen... January 26, 2011 by 


 
2009 Saab 9-3

2010-11 Saab 9-3 Recalled Because Of Faulty Fuel Pump

Owners of 2010 and 2011 Saab 9-3 models should be wary as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is reporting that Saab has issued a recall on this... January 23, 2011 by 


 
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