Automotive

For consumers shopping for an EV, new rules mean fewer models qualify for a tax credit

DETROIT (AP) — U.S.

Jan 10, 2024 3:05 PM Read more >

RCMP arrest stolen car suspect in Nelson, B.C., after officer hurt in road block

SALMO, B.C. — Police say a 42-year-old man from Trail, B.C., has been arrested after allegedly driving a stolen vehicle that hit three police cars and injured an officer at a roadblock. Mounties say an officer in Salmo, B.C.

Jan 10, 2024 3:02 PM Read more >

Engine maker Cummins to repair 600,000 Ram trucks in $2 billion emissions cheating scandal

DETROIT (AP) — Engine maker Cummins Inc.

Jan 10, 2024 2:48 PM Read more >

California governor wants reserves and cuts to fix nearly $38B deficit, mostly sparing schools

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced $291 billion state spending plan Wednesday with an estimated $37.9 billion deficit.

Jan 10, 2024 1:12 PM Read more >

Hydrogen energy back in the vehicle conversation at CES 2024

LAS VEGAS (AP) — While electric vehicles are gaining the lion's share of the attention for carbon-neutral technology at CES 2024 , hydrogen energy has snuck its way back into the conversation thanks to two automotive giants.

Jan 10, 2024 11:48 AM Read more >

For 2024, some simple lifestyle changes can improve your little piece of the planet

NEW YORK (AP) — The fight against climate change requires the mass cooperation of industries, companies, governments and communities , but individuals have a role to play, too. Little things make a difference, and feel good too.

Jan 10, 2024 6:32 AM Read more >

Edmunds compares the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV and 2024 Tesla Model Y

The new 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV is one of the most intriguing electric vehicle debuts this year. It’s about the same size as Chevy’s midsize gas-powered Blazer SUV but otherwise has nothing mechanical in common.

Jan 10, 2024 4:43 AM Read more >

CES 2024 updates: Car companies unveil new tech and Robert Downey Jr. targets scammers

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Welcome to opening day of CES 2024. This multi-day trade event put on by the Consumer Technology Association is expected to bring some 130,000 attendees and more than 4,000 exhibitors to Las Vegas.

Jan 10, 2024 3:56 AM Read more >

California faculty at largest US university system could strike after school officials halt talks

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Faculty at California State University, the largest public university system in the U.S.

Jan 9, 2024 7:02 PM Read more >

New rule tightens worker classification standards; Uber, Lyft say their drivers won't be affected

NEW YORK (AP) — The Biden administration enacted a new labor rule Tuesday that aims to prevent the misclassification of workers as “independent contractors,” a step that could bolster both legal protections and compensation for millions in the U.S.

Jan 9, 2024 3:42 PM Read more >