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2022 GMC Sierra pickup to feature hands-free driving system that can tow

GMC December 10, 2020

2022 GMC Sierra pickup to feature hands-free driving system that can tow

The 2022 GMC Sierra Denali will offer GM's hands-off Super Cruise driver aid as an option. The system will be capable of controlling the vehicle on the highway with a trailer attached.

These states have the worst drivers, new study says

Safety December 10, 2020

These states have the worst drivers, new study says

A new study of fatal accidents has determined that Alaska drivers are the worst in the U.S. The Car Insurance Comparison report ranked all 50 states and Washington, D.C., on a variety of factors.

GM’s autonomous Cruise cars now testing without drivers in San Francisco

Safety December 10, 2020

GM’s autonomous Cruise cars now testing without drivers in San Francisco

General Motors' Cruise division has started testing autonomous cars in San Francisco without anyone in the driver's seat. The electric vehicles will now have a human sitting in the passenger seat to monitor their operation.

Georgia cop's 'Quarantine Quartet' goes viral singing about car thefts

Safety December 8, 2020

Georgia cop's 'Quarantine Quartet' goes viral singing about car thefts

LaGrange, Ga., police officer Sgt. Robert Kirby's "Quarantine Quartet" has found a clever way to remind people about how to prevent car theft.

Honda's clever Ropot helps kids cross the street

Honda December 7, 2020

Honda's clever Ropot helps kids cross the street

Honda is developing a wearable device that reminds kids to be careful when crossing the street and can detect approaching traffic. The Ropot attaches to a backpack shoulder strap and allows a parent to monitor a child's location.

The Club returns to NYC following soaring car theft

Safety December 7, 2020

The Club returns to NYC following soaring car theft

The Club anti-theft device is seeing a resurgence in sales in New York City due to an uptick in stolen cars. Work from home policies are leading to more vehicles being left unattended for long periods of time, making them a target for thieves.

Washington cops catch driver using flashlights as headlights

Safety December 4, 2020

Washington cops catch driver using flashlights as headlights

Washington police ticketed a driver for replacing their damaged car's headlights with flashlights. The scofflaw was also operating the vehicle with a suspended license.

Pro soccer player Joe Willock wrecks Mercedes SUV on way to practice

Safety December 2, 2020

Pro soccer player Joe Willock wrecks Mercedes SUV on way to practice

Arsenal star Joe Willock was caught on camera wrecking his Mercedes-Benz SUV on the way to practice. The 21-year-old lost control in a curve.

Portland has worst stolen-car rate per capita in US, study finds

Maintenance December 1, 2020

Portland has worst stolen-car rate per capita in US, study finds

Portland topped a list of 15 major metro areas for stolen cars per capita, based on the FBI Uniform Crime Report. The Oregon city raking ahead of San Jose and Seattle.

Formula One's Romain Grosjean says 'halo' saved his life in fiery crash

Racing November 30, 2020

Formula One's Romain Grosjean says 'halo' saved his life in fiery crash

Formula One driver Romain Grosjean credits his car's 'halo' device for protecting him during a 140 mph impact with a track barrier in Bahrain.