Chrysler Recalls 469,000 Jeep SUVs That May Roll Away
Chrysler is recalling 469,000 Jeep SUVs worldwide because they can shift into neutral without warning on startup.
Product safety
Dangerous Toys: What to Leave Off Your 2011 Gift List
Safety standards for toys have been in place for decades, but this year's Trouble in Toyland report from U.S. PIRG reveals that some new toys still hold hidden risks. What should you avoid to protect your child from toxic chemicals and choking hazards? Read on ...
General Motors Sales Rise 11.5% in February
GM says its monthly gain would have been even higher if its four jettisoned brands were excluded, and that wintry weather hurt sales. All is not well, however: GM also announced a recall of 1.3 million Cobalts for faulty steering.
Legal Briefing: Nervous Toyota Owners Have Questions
The fact that nonrecalled Toyotas are also reported having sudden acceleration problems mean Toyota owners cannot rely on the recall lists to reassure themselves that their cars are safe.
Why Didn't the Auto Press Catch Toyota's Problems?
Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Consumer Reports were among the influential publications that didn't know about Toyota's problems until everyone else did. Readers would like to think it's easy for them to be watchdogs. Unfortunately, that's not so simple.
The Toyota Hearings: What Congress Wants to Know
A small parade of witnesses will take the stand Wednesday during the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee's hearing on the Toyota recalls, but the real focus of the day will be on one man: CEO Akio Toyoda.
