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Drivers wonder if they should go electric as the war spikes gas prices
7+ hour, 42+ min ago (930+ words) When Kevin Ketels bought an electric 2026 Chevrolet Blazer last year, he wasn't thinking about the cost of gas. He just thought EVs were better and "wanted to be part of the future." Now that the Iran war is spiking prices…...
Edmunds: These are the new EVs we're most excited about in 2026
1+ week, 1+ day ago (433+ words) After years of experimentation and early adoption, automakers are rolling out the next generation of electric vehicles that better align with people's needs and expectations. This year, you can expect to see new EVs that have more range, easier charging,…...
Electric vehicle growth on Long Island in 2025
2+ week, 6+ day ago (582+ words) The number of newly registered electric vehicles soared on Long Island last year as buyers took advantage of discounts and an'expiring federal tax credit. Credit: Daniel Goodrich They may be facing a bumpy road in the future, but the number…...
Tesla granted more time in US investigation into its self-driving tech
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (503+ words) A Tesla model Y and other Telsla vehicles sit at a dealership, Wednesday, March 19, 2025, in Kennesaw, Ga. Credit: AP/Mike Stewart U.S. regulators have granted a five-week extension for Tesla to respond to allegations that its vehicles have broken traffic laws…...
Driving instructors teach students to dodge danger on Zimbabwe roads
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (654+ words) Winfrida Chipashu takes road driving lessons in Harare, Zimbabwe, Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025. Credit: AP/Aaron Ufumeli HARARE, Zimbabwe " When Tafara Muvhevhi, a Zimbabwean driving instructor, began work 16 years ago, his job was simple: teach the highway code and prepare learners to…...
Tesla loses title as world's biggest electric vehicle maker as sales fall for second year in a row
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (654+ words) The Tesla logo is displayed at a Tesla dealership Thursday, Mar. 13, 2025, in Miami. Credit: AP/Lynne Sladky NEW YORK " Tesla lost its crown as the world's bestselling electric vehicle maker on Friday as a customer revolt over Elon Musk's right-wing…...
Musings: Standardize car lease rules
3+ mon, 4+ day ago (196+ words) A new car is showcased at a car dealership. Credit: Getty Images/Spencer Platt We need to create standard unit pricing for car leasing. This way, consumers can compare value. The misleading ads for leasing a car must be stopped....
One Tech Tip: Modern cars are spying on you. Here's what you can do about it
4+ mon, 6+ day ago (989+ words) Modern cars are computers on wheels that are becoming increasingly connected, enabling innovative new features that make driving safer and more convenient. But these systems are also collecting reams of data on our driving habits and other personal information, raising…...
Carvana adding inspection, reconditioning center at Yaphank
5+ mon, 5+ day ago (512+ words) Car retailer Carvana plans to bring an inspection and reconditioning center to'its existing ADESA Long Island wholesale auction site in Yaphank. Credit: John Roca Online used-car retailer Carvana's addition of an inspection and reconditioning center to its existing wholesale auction…...
Bad driving alarming on multiple levels
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (551+ words) Rush hour on the Southern State Parkway near exit 22. Aggressive driving could be a manifestation of'a'growing lack of care'and'empathy for one's fellow humans. Credit: Newsday/J. Conrad Williams Jr. The news this week from AAA'that nearly every motorist'on Long Island and…...