EV charging cables cut off and stolen from chargers in Oakland

Nearly a dozen EV charging cables are missing from the EVgo charging station in Oakland after vandals sliced through the thick cables, leaving drivers powerless.

San Francisco hits milestone for sale of electric vehicles, hybrids

San Francisco and surrounding parts of the Bay Area became the first U.S. metro area where electric and hybrid cars compose 50% of new car sales, a study found.

6 arrested in Oakland for alleged Bay Area catalytic converter thefts

After almost a year of investigation, Alameda County authorities have arrested six people for allegedly running an extensive Bay Area catalytic converter theft operation.

New California clean air rules may force many port truckers leave

California aims to replace all diesel trucks with zero-emission vehicles by 2035. However, for port truckers, the deadline is closer.

Self-driving car blocks police responding to San Francisco shooting

The San Francisco-based autonomous vehicle company Cruise is facing criticism tied to the Mission District shooting Friday night.

US ends probe into Tesla allowing video games while vehicles are moving

U.S. highway safety regulators have closed an investigation into Tesla allowing video games to be played on center touch screens while vehicles are moving.

CHP advises drivers and witnesses what to do following a highway crash

A series of deadly crashes on Bay Area highways has sparked discussion over what someone should do if they're involved in a wreck or witness an accident. The CHP said one of the most common causes of fatalities on the freeways is distracted driving.

Ford CEO announces changes, including non-negotiated vehicle prices

Ford CEO Jim Farley said ahead of the company’s capital markets day event Monday that the days of Ford being all things to all people are over.

Carjacking crisis overwhelms police nationwide: See where your state ranks

Car thefts are so bad in NYC, the mayor recently handed out 500 airtags to New Yorkers to hide in their vehicles so they can track them if they’re stolen.

There are only 3 new cars priced under $20,000 now

The average new car price was $48,008 in March, according to Kelley Blue Book, a drop of $550 from the prior month.

California man guilty of killing 3 boys after ding-dong-ditch prank

A Southern California man accused of killing three teenage boys by intentionally ramming their car after they played a doorbell-ringing prank on him was found guilty of murder.

Kia, Hyundai thefts prompt 17 states to urge recall of cars

TikTok videos have shown how people can start Kia and Hyundai models by using only a screwdriver and a USB cable.

Tesla announces big plans for cheaper iron-based batteries

Tesla Inc. is planning to install iron-based batteries that are not only cheaper, but less of a fire hazard, in a version of an affordable electric vehicle and a semi heavy electric truck, according to reports.

No driver? No problem. Robotaxis eye San Francisco expansion

Two trailblazing ride-hailing services are heading toward uncharted territory as they seek regulatory approval to transport passengers around the clock throughout one of the most densely populated U.S. cities in vehicles that will have no one sitting in the driver’s seat.

How to Survive: Police chases

Collateral damage from police chases is sometimes an unfortunate reality of catching "the bad guy." Here's what experts say about how to stay safe on the road.