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Hyundai recalls nearly 30,000 Kona Electric vehicles over airbag software defect

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Hyundai recalls nearly 30,000 Kona Electric vehicles over airbag software defect

Hyundai is recalling 29,058 Kona Electric models from 2019-2023, plus Veloster N vehicles, because an airbag control unit software error can deactivate the airbag system. Dealers will update the software free of charge, with owner notification letters expected January 1, 2027.

In Pictures: NHTSA Proposes Cyan Lights to Identify Autonomous Vehicles on US Roads

A visual look at NHTSA Proposes Cyan Lights to Identify Autonomous Vehicles on US Roads.

Priya Sharma Oct 24, 2026

NHTSA Proposes Cyan Lights to Identify Autonomous Vehicles on US Roads

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NHTSA Proposes Cyan Lights to Identify Autonomous Vehicles on US Roads

In Pictures: Volkswagen recalls nearly 73,000 EVs worldwide over battery defect that can cause fires

In Pictures: Volkswagen recalls nearly 73,000 EVs worldwide over battery defect that can cause fires

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Volkswagen recalls nearly 73,000 EVs worldwide over battery defect that can cause fires

Volkswagen recalls nearly 73,000 EVs worldwide over battery defect that can cause fires

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In Pictures: Volkswagen Limits ID.4 Charging to 80% Via Remote Recall Fix to Prevent Battery Fire Risk

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In Pictures: Volkswagen Limits ID.4 Charging to 80% Via Remote Recall Fix to Prevent Battery Fire Risk

Volkswagen Limits ID.4 Charging to 80% Via Remote Recall Fix to Prevent Battery Fire Risk

Volkswagen Limits ID.4 Charging to 80% Via Remote Recall Fix to Prevent Battery Fire Risk

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Tesla driver asleep on FSD crashes into CHP patrol car, injuring 2 officers

Tesla driver asleep on FSD crashes into CHP patrol car, injuring 2 officers

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Tesla Robotaxi Crash Data Shows Five Remote Operator Takeovers, All Ending in Collisions

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Tesla Robotaxi Crash Data Shows Five Remote Operator Takeovers, All Ending in Collisions

Tesla data confirms Autopilot/FSD was engaged in fatal New Jersey crash that killed 68-year-old

Tesla data confirms Autopilot/FSD was engaged in fatal New Jersey crash that killed 68-year-old

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Tesla Opens Q3 Earnings Q&A as Cybercab, Robotaxi and NHTSA Questions Loom

Tesla Opens Q3 Earnings Q&A as Cybercab, Robotaxi and NHTSA Questions Loom

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NHTSA Opens File on Petition Claiming Tesla Robotaxis Speed in School Zones

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NHTSA Opens File on Petition Claiming Tesla Robotaxis Speed in School Zones

In Pictures: Volkswagen recalls 22,524 ID.4 EVs over battery fire risk, tells owners to charge to 80%

In Pictures: Volkswagen recalls 22,524 ID.4 EVs over battery fire risk, tells owners to charge to 80%

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Volkswagen recalls 22,524 ID.4 EVs over battery fire risk, tells owners to charge to 80%

Volkswagen recalls 22,524 ID.4 EVs over battery fire risk, tells owners to charge to 80%

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NHTSA opens probe into comma.ai's openpilot after 5 crashes killed 3

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NHTSA opens probe into comma.ai's openpilot after 5 crashes killed 3

NHTSA Demands Tesla Prove Under Oath That Steering-Wheel-Free Cybercab Is Legal to Sell

NHTSA Demands Tesla Prove Under Oath That Steering-Wheel-Free Cybercab Is Legal to Sell

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Tesla Logged a Record 236 Driver-Assist Crashes in July 2026, Including 4 Fatalities

Tesla Logged a Record 236 Driver-Assist Crashes in July 2026, Including 4 Fatalities

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Tesla Autopilot Was Engaged in Fatal Missouri I-35 Crash, NHTSA Report Shows

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Tesla Autopilot Was Engaged in Fatal Missouri I-35 Crash, NHTSA Report Shows

Toyota recalls 8,521 electric C-HR SUVs over software glitch that can cut power while driving

Toyota recalls 8,521 electric C-HR SUVs over software glitch that can cut power while driving

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Congressman Demands DOT Answers on Tesla FSD After 43 Sleeping-Driver Videos

Congressman Demands DOT Answers on Tesla FSD After 43 Sleeping-Driver Videos

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Tesla Data Shows Autopilot Active in Fatal Alabama Model Y Crash; Baby Rescued

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Tesla Data Shows Autopilot Active in Fatal Alabama Model Y Crash; Baby Rescued

Tesla with Full Self-Driving engaged ran stop sign, killed driver, data confirms

Tesla with Full Self-Driving engaged ran stop sign, killed driver, data confirms

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In Pictures: NHTSA Opens Audit Into Tesla Cybercab Certification Days After Launch

In Pictures: NHTSA Opens Audit Into Tesla Cybercab Certification Days After Launch

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NHTSA Opens Audit Into Tesla Cybercab Certification Days After Launch

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NHTSA Opens Audit Into Tesla Cybercab Certification Days After Launch

In Pictures: Tesla confirms Full Self-Driving was active in fatal Illinois crash killing mother of five

In Pictures: Tesla confirms Full Self-Driving was active in fatal Illinois crash killing mother of five

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Tesla confirms Full Self-Driving was active in fatal Illinois crash killing mother of five

Tesla confirms Full Self-Driving was active in fatal Illinois crash killing mother of five

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Tracking fatal Tesla Autopilot and FSD crashes hidden in NHTSA data

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Tracking fatal Tesla Autopilot and FSD crashes hidden in NHTSA data

Second Tesla driver dies after Autopilot engaged in stopped-car freeway crash

Second Tesla driver dies after Autopilot engaged in stopped-car freeway crash

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Tesla confirms Autopilot/FSD active in fatal 104 mph Model 3 crash in Texas

Tesla confirms Autopilot/FSD active in fatal 104 mph Model 3 crash in Texas

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In Pictures: Kia Recalls 21,000 EV9 SUVs Over Airbag Child-Detection Fault

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In Pictures: Kia Recalls 21,000 EV9 SUVs Over Airbag Child-Detection Fault

Kia Recalls 21,000 EV9 SUVs Over Airbag Child-Detection Fault

Kia Recalls 21,000 EV9 SUVs Over Airbag Child-Detection Fault

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NHTSA expands probe into 1.1M GM vehicles over brake-assist failures

NHTSA expands probe into 1.1M GM vehicles over brake-assist failures

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In Pictures: Tesla recalls 20,000+ Model 3 and Model Y over overly bright headlights

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In Pictures: Tesla recalls 20,000+ Model 3 and Model Y over overly bright headlights

Ford recalls 86,543 Mustang Mach-E over loose glass trim risk

Ford recalls 86,543 Mustang Mach-E over loose glass trim risk

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Tesla recalls over 20,000 EVs in US over headlight glare risk

Tesla recalls over 20,000 EVs in US over headlight glare risk

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Tesla recalls 20,000+ Model 3 and Model Y over overly bright headlights

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Tesla recalls 20,000+ Model 3 and Model Y over overly bright headlights

In Pictures: Zoox to Start Charging Passengers for Robotaxi Rides Next Week

In Pictures: Zoox to Start Charging Passengers for Robotaxi Rides Next Week

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Zoox to Start Charging Passengers for Robotaxi Rides Next Week

Zoox to Start Charging Passengers for Robotaxi Rides Next Week

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Trump Administration cuts red tape to accelerate autonomous vehicle deployment

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Trump Administration cuts red tape to accelerate autonomous vehicle deployment