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Ford Can't Even Get Recalls Right, Has To Re-Recall Over 387,000 Vehicles For A Second Time

staff@jalopnik.com (Justin Hughes) — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Ford quality had a miserable 2025, and 2026 isn't looking great. Ford is re-recalling hundreds of thousands of cars after fixing them wrong the first time.

Kia Soul Explodes Thanks To Compressed Air And A Lit Cigarette

staff@jalopnik.com (Justin Hughes) — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 03:25:00 +0000

You might think a can of compressed air, commonly used to clean computer keyboards, is completely safe. But explosions are just one of the possible dangers.

7 Common Objects That You Might Leave In A Hot Car That You Really Shouldn't

staff@jalopnik.com (B. L. Johnson) — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 23:25:00 +0000

In case you needed a reminder, scorching summer heat can quickly turn your car into an oven. Here's a list of items you should never leave behind in your car.

8 Killed In B-52 Bomber Crash At Edwards Air Force Base

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:30:25 +0000

The US Air Force plans to keep the B-52 in service through 2050.

Aston Martin Recalls 7 Valkyries For Rear Brakes That Can Cause A Fire

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:02:13 +0000

The hyper-powerful Aston hypercar is being recalled for an issue that could cause a fire in the brake cooling ducts during high-speed driving.

Flock's 80,000 AI-Powered Surveillance Cameras Can Find Your Car Even If You Don't Have A License Plate

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:05:00 +0000

Who needs privacy, when the alternative is nebulous and periodically misused surveillance?

A Little Medicinal THC While Driving Is Probably Fine, Australia Decides

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:05:00 +0000

If you've got a prescription and you're below Australia's legal limits, driving with a little bit of THC in your system won't necessarily be a deal-breaker.

These Used Hondas Aren't Worth Your Money At Any Price

staff@jalopnik.com (Josh West) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:45:00 +0000

Hondas have a well-deserved reputation for reliability. But some of them also have a history of recall notices, lawsuit settlements, and other issues.

Never Change, Infamous Car-Launching Speed Bumps In Fresno, Never Change

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 19:25:00 +0000

It's been four years since Speed Bump Olympics posted its first video showing negligent drivers catching air, but drivers still haven't learned their lesson.

5 Used Cars Under $6,000 Recommended For Teen Drivers

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Needing a used car that's cheap doesn't mean it has to be unsafe, too. These cars all average under $6,000 and have performed well in IIHS safety tests.

Bankruptcy Looms For America's Deadliest Trains

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 03:25:00 +0000

With its self-imposed deadline to find a buyer now passed, Bloomberg reports Brightline has reached a point where restructuring feels inevitable.

Consumer Reports' Emergency Handling Tests Look Super Fun

staff@jalopnik.com (Erik Sherman) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:25:00 +0000

The way Consumer Reports tests new vehicles looks like a ton of fun. Here are some of the tests the organization uses and why they're so important.

Cars Are Among The Leading Causes Of Wildfires

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:25:00 +0000

Wildfires are becoming more common, and vehicles are one of the ways in which they can start, but how do you prevent your car from adding to the stats?

Mercedes Set A New Safety Benchmark In 1959, And Now It's Everywhere

staff@jalopnik.com (Nico DeMattia) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:25:00 +0000

Over half a century ago, Mercedes-Benz revolutionized the world of auto safety by introducing this technology that's now standard on virtually all vehicles.

Crossing Guard Earns Ice Cream Treat After Saving Citizen From Crash

staff@jalopnik.com (Lalita Chemello) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 03:25:00 +0000

After pulling someone out from under playground equipment, the crossing guard made sure to get himself well-deserved a soft serve cone.

Pickup Truck Driver Moves 'Road Closed' Sign, Immediately Gets Stuck In Wet Concrete

staff@jalopnik.com (Justin Hughes) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:05:00 +0000

The pickup truck driver who tried to drive through the construction area eventually had to be pulled out of the axle-deep concrete by a tow truck.

Florida Man Sentenced After Hitting 150 MPH On His Motorcycle During A High Speed Chase

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:55:00 +0000

The rider, who already had eight license suspensions, caught the attention of officers with a tucked license plate and some illegal lane splitting.

Why So Many Accidents Happen In Parking Lots

staff@jalopnik.com (Kiran Menon) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Parking lots are among America's accident hotspots, according to official data, but why do so many accidents happen in such a low-speed environment?

These Are The Five Cheapest Cars The IIHS And Consumer Reports Recommend For Teen Drivers

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Sun, 31 May 2026 22:25:00 +0000

Prices are high for everything these days -- new and used cars included -- but these five choices are some of the cheapest safe cars that are available today.

Medical Marijuana Is Off Limits To Truckers And Pilots Despite Trump Administration's Reclassification

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Sun, 31 May 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Weed is not an FDA-approved drug, thus it is not permitted to show up on drug tests for employees in safety sensitive transportation roles.