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Ford Recalls 1.74 Million Cars Over Rearview Display Issues

Recalls impact multiple Ford and Lincoln models due to software problems affecting rearview cameras.

Queens Attorney Explains Delayed Pain After Car Crashes

Keetick L. Sanchez of K L Sanchez Law Office discusses the medical and legal implications of injuries that worsen the day after an accident.

Pro-Level Tools to Fight Car Corrosion from Winter Salt

Experts share the best products to neutralize salt and protect your vehicle's underbody from rust and damage.

New York Drivers Face Harsher Penalties for Serious Offenses

Revised DMV regulations increase points for alcohol, drug, and other high-risk violations

NYC's Alternate Side Parking Returns After Winter Storm

Drivers must move cars as parking rules resume after nearly a month of suspension.

New York Drivers Face Harsher Penalties for Traffic Violations

Broome County DA warns of increased points and license suspensions for offenses like DWI and speeding

Kensington Auto Shop Fire Sends Smoke Over McDonald Ave

No injuries reported as FDNY battles two-alarm blaze for nearly two hours

Motorists Warned to Watch for Potholes as Warmer Weather Arrives

AAA says freeze-thaw cycles have damaged roads, leading to an early pothole season

New York Introduces Stricter Driving Penalties

Drivers face lower points thresholds, higher fines, and license suspensions under new traffic rules

New York Toughens Driving Point System Next Week

Lowered suspension threshold and higher point values aim to keep dangerous drivers off the roads

New York Drivers Face Tougher Penalties Under DMV's Updated Point System

The state's new rules go into effect on Monday, with harsher punishments for offenses like DUI and cell phone use while driving.

New York Drivers Face Tougher Penalties Under Updated DMV Point System

Serious offenses like DUI and passing stopped school buses will now carry higher point values, leading to more license suspensions and insurance hikes.

New York Drivers Face Stricter License Penalties

Alcohol and drug violations now carry points, increasing risk of suspension

NHTSA Issues 'Do Not Drive' Warning for Cars with Unrepaired Takata Airbags

Stellantis North America urges owners to get free repairs for affected Dodge, Jeep, and Chrysler models.

Beware of Towing Scams in New York: What You Need to Know

NYSP warns motorists about suspicious 24-hour emergency towing websites

Stellantis Issues Do-Not-Drive Warning for 225,000 Cars Over Takata Airbags

The automaker has issued a fresh Do-Not-Drive issue for the vehicles still in need of repair.

New York DMV Offices Closing for System Upgrade

Statewide closures scheduled for February 13-18

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