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Chevrolet September 25, 2022

Nashville Corvette owner sets Guinness record for fastest mile driven in reverse

Scot Burner of Nashville has claimed a Guinness record for driving a mile in reverse the fastest. He set it in a 2017 Chevy Corvette at NCM Motorsports park.

Michigan September 23, 2022

Michigan State Police dashcam captures deer leaping over car

Michigan State Police posted a shocking video of a deer leaping over a small car the agency used the opportunity to refresh the community on how to avoid deer safely in a car.

Alabama September 22, 2022

Grandfather charged in hot car death of Alabama toddler returned to truck 3 times: 'I don't understand it'

An Alabama man has been charged in the hot car death of his 2-year-old grandson after forgetting to drop him off at daycare on his way to work. The toddler was found dead at 3:06 p.m.

Auto Safety September 22, 2022

Hyundais and Kias stolen nearly twice as often as other vehicles, national study finds

A new report from the Highway Loss Data Institute found that Hyundais and Kias were stolen at nearly twice the rate of other models in 2021.

Off-Road September 21, 2022

Off-roading is dangerous if you're unprepared. Here are some basic tips for beginners

Off-road driving is becoming increasingly popular, but not everyone takes the right precautions. J.B. McClure of Overland Experts offers a few tips for beginners.

Safety September 20, 2022

US traffic deaths down, but remain at 'crisis level'

The number of road fatalities fell in the second quarter of 2022, but remain at a 'crisis level' according to government officials tracking the issue.

VIDEO September 16, 2022

Schools around the nation can't find enough school resource officers

Officials say there's no relief in sight.

VIDEO September 12, 2022

Portlanders take precautions to avoid being attacked in response to rising crime

Some Portland residents worry about being physically attacked while walking in the city or encountering someone dealing with mental health or drug issues.

Toyota September 8, 2022

The 2022 Toyota Tundra is the safest full-size pickup

The 2022 Toyota Tundra is the only full-size pickup to receive a Top Safety Pick+ designation in Insurance Institute for Highway Safety crash testing.

Toyota August 26, 2022

Tractor beam? Toyota developing 'hitchless towing' system

Toyota is developing a hitchless towing system that would allow a driver to control a convoy of vehicles or a trailer that is wirelessly connected to their vehicle.