Cars
Car ads in France will soon have to encourage more environmentally friendly travel
The automakers' ads will suggest people consider carpooling or cycling instead of driving. The new rules, beginning in March, come as the country is trying to cut down on its carbon emissions.
What if cars could stop you from driving drunk? A peek at the latest tech
A new federal law will eventually require new vehicles to detect and prevent drunk driving, which would revolutionize vehicle safety. Here's a look at some of the technology being developed.
The electric startup Rivian soared in its stock debut. Why there's so much buzz
Rivian, which has just started deliveries of its battery-powered pickup truck, surged in its first day of trade after completing one of the biggest IPOs in U.S. history.
So, You Are Shopping For A Car At A Terrible Time. Here's What To Keep In Mind
Finding a car to buy these days seems almost impossible. Dealer lots are emptier, prices are higher and shoppers are stressed out. Here's what to know.
Taiwan Races To Remedy Car Chip Shortage But No End In Sight, Says Economy Minister
The microchips used in cars are in short supply. Taiwanese Economy Minister Wang Mei-hua tells NPR that Taiwan's cutting-edge chipmakers have ramped up production to meet auto industry demand.
Pandemic Drastically Cut Emissions From Cars. The Lone Exception? SUVs
In rich countries, every sector of the economy reduced its contribution to climate change last year — with one big gas-guzzling exception.
CDC Now Recommends Driving Alone. But What If You Don't Have A Car?
Some people who are carless by choice find themselves reassessing that decision. And those who can't afford cars face increased risks, in yet another example of the pandemic exacerbating inequalities.
States Take The Wheel Promoting Electric Vehicles
There are nearly 1.5 million electric vehicles in the U.S. today. E.V. boosters want more government incentives to increase that. With little federal movement states like New Jersey are taking action.
The Last VW Beetle Rolls Off The Assembly Line In Mexico This Week
An emblem of the hippie era in America, the car was marketed in the U.S. as adorably uncool. Volkswagen sold the bug with cheeky slogans like "It's ugly, but it gets you there."