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Safetyby StaffAugust 27, 2018

Ford Recalls Edge, Three Others for Power Supply Cable

Ford is recalling about 100 vehicles from four nameplates, including the 2018 Edge midsize SUV, because the power supply cable fastener may not be properly secured to the alternator or the starter motor, Ford has announced.

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Operationsby StaffAugust 27, 2018

Ride-Hailing Costs Twice as Much as Car Ownership, AAA Finds

The average cost to own and operate a vehicle is $7,321 for 10,841 miles per year not including parking charges, and $10,049 with parking charges.

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Safetyby StaffAugust 27, 2018

Ford Recalls Three Electric Cars

Ford is recalling 50,000 older battery-electric passenger cars from three nameplates, including the Focus Electric, Fusion Energi, and C-Max Energi, due to a possible defect with the 120-volt convenience charging cable that could cause a fire, according to the company.

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Green Fleetby StaffAugust 27, 2018

Alliance Autogas Prepping Propane Autogas Ford Fusion

Alliance Autogas will eventually offer a propane autogas-fueled 2017 Ford Fusion midsize sedan to fleet buyers, following the company's debut of the vehicle at a sustainability conference in North Carolina.

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Safetyby StaffAugust 27, 2018

Aerial Platform Company to Lead Safety Workshops

Two representatives from JLG will offer workshops on safety standards and aerial devices at an upcoming safety conference.

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Safetyby StaffAugust 25, 2018

Improved Headlights Help Hyundai Kona Earn Top Safety Award

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has upgraded the 2018 Hyundai Kona to a Top Safety Pick+, after the automaker began offering LED projector headlights to limit glare for oncoming drivers in May.

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Vehicle Researchby StaffAugust 25, 2018

Nissan's 2019 Versa Sedan Priced at $13,255

The 2019 Nissan Versa sedan will increase $380 to $13,255 after two model years of a nearly unchanged price, and will arrive with a few new connectivity features, the automaker has announced.

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Safetyby Marianne MathewsAugust 24, 2018

Video: What to Do If Brakes Fail

With today’s sophisticated vehicles, fortunately, brake failure isn't a common occurrence. However, even the unexpected can happen — and if it does, it can be a frightening and dangerous situation.

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Safetyby StaffAugust 24, 2018

FCA Recalls Four Models for Rear Brakes

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is recalling an estimated 154,337 Dodge Grand Caravans, Jeep Compasses, Dodge Journeys, and Jeep Cherokees for brake performance problems.

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Upfittingby StaffAugust 24, 2018

Auto Truck Group Names Fleet Sales Director

Auto Truck Group has named Mike Peterson its fleet sales director, and realigned the roles of two other executives, the truck and van equipment upfitter has announced.

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