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In recent weeks, countless viral posts have flooded Facebook, X (Twitter), and other platforms claiming that the U.S. government is rolling out stricter driving laws for seniors. According to these misleading reports, older adults would face new hurdles to keep their driver’s licenses, including extra tests, restricted renewals, and outright bans. But here’s the truth:…
With the NHTSA officially investigating Tesla’s Model Y, the big question is: could this lead to a recall? The probe covers around 174,000 Model Y units built in 2021. At least nine owners filed complaints about non-functioning electric door handles, with four reporting that they had to smash windows to free trapped children. Tesla has…
ss: its low-voltage battery system. The NHTSA probe into malfunctioning door handles shows how critical low-voltage power is for everyday functions like locking, unlocking, and safety features. While Tesla’s high-voltage battery powers the drivetrain, a smaller 12V battery supports these essentials. When this low-voltage system fails, owners may find themselves unable to open doors—exactly what…
The futuristic flush door handles on Tesla’s Model Y, once considered sleek and innovative, are now at the center of a federal investigation. The NHTSA is looking into roughly 174,000 Model Y units from 2021 after owners reported the electric handles failed to open due to low-voltage battery issues. For many, the design flaw went…
Tesla’s Model Y safety features are under the microscope after parents reported terrifying incidents of their children being locked inside the vehicle due to faulty electric door handles. The NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation confirmed it received nine complaints, several of which described parents being unable to open the doors after placing their children inside….
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an official investigation into the 2021 Tesla Model Y after multiple reports surfaced of malfunctioning electric door handles. According to NHTSA documents, at least nine Tesla owners complained that they were unable to open their Model Y’s doors, including several parents who said their children were…
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has once again shaken up the financial and tech world, this time by investing $1 billion of his personal fortune into Tesla stock. The news, disclosed in a regulatory filing, represents Musk’s first open-market purchase since 2020 and immediately sent Tesla’s share price climbing. While the numbers are staggering, the significance…
The Maruti Victoris was recently unveiled as the company’s second compact SUV after the Grand Vitara. Positioned between the Brezza and Grand Vitara, it will be sold through Arena dealerships. On the other hand, the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder shares its platform with the Grand Vitara as a cross-badged sibling, with only slight differences. In…
A major recall has been issued for select Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru vehicles built between 2023 and 2025 due to a problem with their heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. The issue centers on a faulty electrical compressor that may cause the defroster and defogger to stop working, increasing the risk of reduced visibility…