Nasty road craters are the bane of any driver

Nasty road craters are the bane of any driver. Now researchers in Boston are using new technology to spot potholes before they start. Eric Fisher reports.

• Mar 28, 2015
• 2:07

Sens. Marco Rubio and Cory Booker are pushing a bill to improve Wi-Fi access for the public

Potential presidential candidate Sen. Marco Rubio and rising Democratic Sen. Cory Booker are pushing a bill to improve Wi-Fi access for the public. However, experts say their proposal could sideline a new effort to prevent up to 80 percent of car crashes. Kris Van Cleave reports from the Department of Transportation research lab that's testing this new technology.

• Mar 26, 2015
• 4:16

An Oregon woman behind the wheel of a car that injured three high school students was allegedly using her cell phone to record video before the accident

An Oregon woman behind the wheel of a car that injured three high school students was allegedly using her cell phone to record video before the accident.

• Mar 25, 2015
• 0:33

A Washington man was fined for using a cardboard cutout of “The most interesting man in the world,” a popular Dos Equis advertisement figure, to go through the high-occupancy-vehicle lane

A Washington man was fined for using a cardboard cutout of “The most interesting man in the world,” a popular Dos Equis advertisement figure, to go through the high-occupancy-vehicle lane.

• Mar 25, 2015
• 0:42

With the rise of ride-sharing services like Uber, Lyft and HopSkipDrive, some kids are gaining independence even younger than 16

For generations, the milestone 16th birthday has meant a driver's license and new-found freedom. But with the rise of ride-sharing services like Uber, Lyft and HopSkipDrive, some kids are gaining independence even younger. Jan Crawford looks at a trend favored by many working parents and their busy kids.

• Mar 25, 2015
• 5:10

Car crashes are the leading cause of death for American teens

A new study exposes a disturbing trend among teen drivers. AAA reports distraction was a factor in nearly six of 10 moderate or severe accidents involving teenagers. Car crashes are the leading cause of death for American teens. Wyatt Andrews reports from Washington with the sobering statistics.

• Mar 25, 2015
• 2:54

In 1988, inventor Paul Moller invited CBS News to witness a test flight of his flying car

In 1988, inventor Paul Moller invited CBS News to witness a test flight of his flying car. The vehicle had been proven to work when piloted by remote control, but this time Moller wanted to be in the cockpit himself for a manned flight. CBS News correspondent John Blackstone covered Moller's attempt for the "CBS Evening News" as part of a story on the pursuit of a flying car

• Mar 24, 2015
• 2:23

When certain Chrysler vehicles were found to have a defect that could lead to exploding gas tanks, the automaker came up with a solution: a tow hitch mounted to the back

When certain Chrysler vehicles were found to have a defect that could lead to exploding gas tanks, the automaker came up with a solution: a tow hitch mounted to the back. The NHTSA tested the fix and found it to increase safety. But as Jeff Pegues reports, safety experts say it's not an adequate solution.

• Mar 23, 2015
• 3:09

CNET's Jeff Bakalar joins CBSN with more on the future of driving

Google is developing a car that gets rid of the steering wheel, and Virgin has several teams working on electric cars. CNET's Jeff Bakalar joins CBSN with more on the future of driving.

• Mar 20, 2015
• 2:32

Can cars learn how to drive by studying human behavior?

Can cars learn how to drive by studying human behavior? A tech company says this could be a reality in the future. CNET's Bridget Carey joins CBSN with more on how it would work.

• Mar 19, 2015
• 1:42

New data claims that Uber has overtaken yellow taxis in New York City, with more than 14,000 cars operating in the city, compared to around 13,500 cabs

New data claims that Uber has overtaken yellow taxis in New York City, with more than 14,000 cars operating in the city, compared to around 13,500 cabs.

• Mar 18, 2015
• 0:45

So many people are asking, why is Hertz introducing the technology?

The nation's second largest rental car company says the devices cannot be turned on. So many people are asking, why is Hertz introducing the technology? Vicente Arenas went to Hertz's headquarters in Naples, Florida, to find out.

• Mar 18, 2015
• 2:31

Hertz, the second largest rental car company, has confirmed to CBS News that it has installed video cameras inside a portion of its rental fleet, sparking a public backlash for a potential breach of privacy

Hertz, the second largest rental car company, has confirmed to CBS News that it has installed video cameras inside a portion of its rental fleet, sparking a public backlash for a potential breach of privacy.

• Mar 16, 2015
• 0:27

A new study from the University of Southern California finds even though people know texting and driving can be deadly, they still do it

A new study from the University of Southern California finds even though people know texting and driving can be deadly, they still do it.

• Mar 12, 2015
• 0:37

It's called the ELF, a solar-powered bike-car hybrid that's turning up in cities across the country

It's called the ELF, a solar-powered bike-car hybrid that's turning up in cities across the country. Costing $5,500, the transportation requires no insurance or gasoline. Vicente Arenas took a test drive and talks about how the bike-car hybrid works.

• Mar 8, 2015
• 2:11

Spring is just around the corner, but while the thaw is beginning, pothole season is as well

Spring is just around the corner, but while the thaw is beginning, pothole season is as well. They're taking a toll on cars across the nation. Lauren Lyster reports.

• Mar 7, 2015
• 1:42

Potholes are the bane of any American driver, but one man is filling his pockets with pothole profits

Potholes are the bane of any American driver, but one man is filling his pockets with pothole profits. Don Dahler reports on how he is profiting from the asphalt craters.

• Mar 1, 2015
• 1:45

Apple wants to jump into the automotive industry

Apple wants to jump into the automotive industry. Reports indicate the tech giant wants to start car production as early as 2020. CNET's Jeff Bakalar joins CBSN with more on what kind of car we might expect.

• Feb 20, 2015
• 1:50

CNET senior editor Dan Ackerman joins CBSN with more on what the tech giant's next venture could be

An Apple employee says their next project will give Tesla "a run for its money." CNET senior editor Dan Ackerman joins CBSN with more on what the tech giant's next venture could be.

• Feb 10, 2015
• 1:14

Car culture in America may have peaked, as the driving and the number of vehicles owned per driver are down

Car culture in America may have peaked, as the driving and the number of vehicles owned per driver are down. Tim Fernholz, a reporter for online publication Quartz, joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the decline and what the auto industry is doing to combat it.

• Feb 7, 2015
• 2:59

Uber may be facing some serious competition from Google

Uber may be facing some serious competition from Google. The company is reportedly planning to launch its own ride-sharing service. CNET's Bridget Carey joins CBSN with more.

• Feb 3, 2015
• 2:05

Taxis with bright pink markings have made their way to the streets of New Delhi in response to the outrage and fear of crimes against women

Taxis with bright pink markings have made their way to the streets of New Delhi in response to the outrage and fear of crimes against women. As Seth Doane reports, it's as much about empowering women as protecting them.

• Jan 31, 2015
• 2:32

More than 2 million vehicles are being recalled because they may have airbags that can deploy by mistake

More than 2 million vehicles are being recalled because they may have airbags that can deploy by mistake. And as Julianna Goldman explains, for about half of these vehicles it's yet another recall.

• Jan 31, 2015
• 2:27

If you believe the hype, the 3D-printed car may play a role in the auto industry's future

If you believe the hype, the 3D-printed car may play a role in the auto industry's future. Julianna Goldman took the thermoplastic car for a spin and asked its creator what challenges remain before the vehicle can go mainstream.

• Jan 23, 2015
• 1:50

Consumer Reports deputy auto editor Jon Linkov joins "CBS This Morning" to weigh the options

Are you better off getting your car repaired at the dealer or independent auto shops? Consumer Reports deputy auto editor Jon Linkov joins "CBS This Morning" to weigh the options.

• Jan 22, 2015
• 3:22

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