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Kristen Lee, the senior features editor at MotorTrends, joins "CBS Saturday Morning" with what to know about buying a car in 2026.
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Kristen Lee, the senior features editor at MotorTrends, joins "CBS Saturday Morning" with what to know about buying a car in 2026.
As the country's largest export, Japan's auto industry is a source of national pride. But in recent months, it has been rocked by President Trump's tariffs. The volatility has been felt acutely at Mazda, one of the nation's oldest car companies. Anna Coren reports.
The UAW, coming off of new labor contracts with Detroit's Big Three, said it's now targeting automakers that rely on non-unionized workers.
As the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 continues in the southern Indian Ocean, Chinese state media is reporting that a Chinese ship in the search area has detected a signal that could be from the plane's black box; and, Despite Taliban death threats, Afghans by the millions showed up at the polls to vote for a successor to President Hamid Karzai.
Louisiana flood losses could reach $15 billion; Mazda is recalling 2.2 million vehicles for faulty hatches; and the FAA issues a warning about Galaxy Note 7 smartphones. These headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch.
Owners of six recalled models can make appointments, but GM says cars are safe if nothing heavy is on key ring. Plus, Mazda issues recall tied to spiders and Amazon unveils new gadget in today's MoneyWatch headlines
The automaker is recalling Mazda6 sedans from model years 2010 to 2012 because the insects tend to build webs in vents coming out of fuel tanks. That apparently increases the risk of a fire. Jim Axelrod reports.
Under government pressure, Japanese manufacturers acknowledge conducting bogus vehicle inspections
At least 23 deaths and more than 300 injuries worldwide linked to defective product that can spew shrapnel
State and local governments dangled tax breaks and freebies worth $175,000 per worker to lure Japanese automakers
The joint-venture auto plant is expected to start operations in 2021 and employ 4,000 workers in the Huntsville area
This annual survey asks whether you would buy the same car again -- and the top 10 names include a few surprises
CarMD ranks brands and models that'll keep you out of the repair shop and not bust your budget to fix when needed
Move could create 4,000 jobs; Trump has been urging Japanese automakers to build more vehicles in U.S.
This time the defect involves air bag inflators with a drying agent thought to prevent deterioration from high humidity
Japanese automaker warns that faulty party can result in vehicles rolling unexpectedly
Toyota and three others offer to pay $553 million to owners who incurred costs while getting getting their cars recalled
Nearly 760,000 of the vehicles are in the U.S., though Mazda says it has no reports of injuries or accidents
New tests found that of 21 models of SUV, no headlights rated good, four were acceptable and the rest marginal or poor
Highway safety study shows front seat passengers in SUVs face greater threat of injury or death in 'right corner' crashes
The carmakers are recalling 237,000 CX-5 SUVs and 45,000 Civics, respectively, for potentially dangerous defects
The Civic and XC90 win the auto show's awards for 2016 Car of the Year and Truck of the Year, respectively
Air bags' metal inflator can rupture and shoot fragments into the vehicle; nine deaths have been blamed on the problem
Recall comes after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened an investigation into the problem in June
Toyota already provides hybrid technology to Mazda; Mazda also makes compact cars for Toyota at its Mexico plant
President Trump warned Iran that it would be "hit very hard," after calling for the country's "unconditional surrender."
The White House called the gathering of Latin American leaders the "Shield of the Americas" summit.
Video of last year's fatal shooting of Ruben Ray Martinez obtained by CBS News appears to contradict claims that Martinez was shot by an ICE agent because he "accelerated" and "intentionally ran over" another agent.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the U.S. will confront "anything that shouldn't be happening, whether it's in public or back-channeled."
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attack and called for an international response.
In July, Prasad was briefly forced from his job, but was reinstated less than two weeks later.
Severe storms were sweeping across the central U.S., and forecasters warned tornadoes could turn dangerous across several states.
Venezuela's new administration is cutting deals, but there's a big reward available for a key figure.
Rep. Darrell Issa's abrupt reversal injects more uncertainty in the race for the newly redrawn Southern California congressional district.
Italian Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, 68, is currently the Holy See's ambassador to the United Nations in New York.
In July, Prasad was briefly forced from his job, but was reinstated less than two weeks later.
Rep. Darrell Issa's abrupt reversal injects more uncertainty in the race for the newly redrawn Southern California congressional district.
The Justice Department on Friday asked a federal appeals court to overturn a lower court ruling that invalidated President Trump's executive orders targeting four major law firms.
Severe storms were sweeping across the central U.S., and forecasters warned tornadoes could turn dangerous across several states.
Venezuela's new administration is cutting deals, but there's a big reward available for a key figure.
Although home prices remain elevated, conditions are shaping up to be more favorable for buyers this year, experts said.
Jet fuel costs have shot up more than 50% since the U.S.-Israel attack on Iran sparked a jump in global prices.
The maker of the Claude chatbot says its research could help identify economic disruptions by measuring how AI is currently reshaping work.
Stocks fell after new government data showed U.S. employers shed 92,000 jobs in February and as investors fret over oil prices.
The White House called the gathering of Latin American leaders the "Shield of the Americas" summit.
In July, Prasad was briefly forced from his job, but was reinstated less than two weeks later.
Rep. Darrell Issa's abrupt reversal injects more uncertainty in the race for the newly redrawn Southern California congressional district.
The Justice Department on Friday asked a federal appeals court to overturn a lower court ruling that invalidated President Trump's executive orders targeting four major law firms.
A Pakistani business owner accused of trying to hire hit men to kill a U.S. politician has been convicted in a trial that showcased allegations of Iran-backed plotting on American soil.
Debi Weiss thought her fatigue and weakness was a seasonal illness, but her condition quickly worsened.
In July, Prasad was briefly forced from his job, but was reinstated less than two weeks later.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Some Republican state lawmakers and health associations are pushing back against spending plans under the Trump administration's $50 billion federal rural health fund.
At least five people are in serious condition, an official said. Three minors - a 16-year-old and two 17-year-olds - are among the wounded.
Ian Huntley, 52, had been on life support after being hit repeatedly over the head with a metal bar in a U.K. prison on Feb. 26.
"There must be no one in the military who harbors disloyalty to the (ruling Communist) Party," Xi said.
The White House called the gathering of Latin American leaders the "Shield of the Americas" summit.
Italian Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, 68, is currently the Holy See's ambassador to the United Nations in New York.
"CBS Saturday Morning" sits down with Morgan Neville, the director of "Man on the Run," a documentary about the life of Paul McCartney after the Beatles broke up.
Grammy-nominated artist Cory Wong is known for his funky sounds and genre-defying collaborations. His latest album, "Lost in the Wonder," featuring star-studded performances, is out now. Here's Cory Wong performing "Roses Fade" with Devon Gilfillian.
Grammy-nominated artist Cory Wong is known for his funky sounds and genre-defying collaborations. His latest album, "Lost in the Wonder," featuring star-studded performances, is out now. Here's Cory Wong performing "Blame It On the Moon" with Devon Gilfillian.
Grammy-nominated artist Cory Wong is known for his funky sounds and genre-defying collaborations. His latest album, "Lost in the Wonder," featuring star-studded performances, is out now. Here's Cory Wong performing "All Night, Alright" with Taylor Hanson.
The Academy Award-winning actress and the bestselling writer team up for a courtroom thriller that touches on the lightning-rod issue of abortion.
Artificial intelligence promised to lighten the workload while increasing productivity. But as more people are using AI for work, a new study published in Harvard Business Review finds AI overuse could cause "brain fry." CBS News correspondent Lana Zak spoke with the study's lead author to unpack the findings.
The most recent government data shows nearly 28% of Americans live alone. The number has risen for decades, especially for older generations. Ash-har Quraishi shows simple tools that can provide extra security and protection for your aging loved ones.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
The CEO of Anthropic is apologizing for a leaked internal memo amid a feud with the Pentagon over its AI model. The memo criticized the Trump administration and OpenAI. It comes after the Defense Department declared Anthropic a supply chain risk or a possible security risk.
The Pentagon formally designated artificial intelligence firm Anthropic as a supply chain risk on Thursday amid their feud over AI guardrails. Yahoo Finance senior reporter Brooke DiPalma joins CBS News with more.
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
At least five people are in serious condition, an official said. Three minors - a 16-year-old and two 17-year-olds - are among the wounded.
Ian Huntley, 52, had been on life support after being hit repeatedly over the head with a metal bar in a U.K. prison on Feb. 26.
A manhunt for a triple murder suspect in Utah ended Thursday when Ivan Miller, 22, was arrested in Colorado. Here's what to know about the investigation.
The gunman who carried out the mass shooting last weekend in Austin, Texas, assaulted a woman three months earlier at a Tesla facility, according to a lawsuit filed Thursday in Texas.
Becky Lloyd, a neighbor and friend of Kouri Richins, who is accused of fatally poisoning her husband in 2022, testified at her trial on Thursday about conversations they had about Richins' marriage. Lloyd said Richins' told her, "In many ways it would be better if he [Richins' husband], if he were dead" in a serious tone. Richins denies killing her husband and has pleaded not guilty to charges.
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
"CBS Saturday Morning" sits down with Morgan Neville, the director of "Man on the Run," a documentary about the life of Paul McCartney after the Beatles broke up.
Concern has grown for the safety of Americans jailed in Iran since before the U.S.-Israeli strikes sparked the ongoing war. CBS News' Haley Ott has the latest.
At Papa's in Mumbai, chef Hussain Shahzad wants guests to feel like they're visiting him at home. "CBS Saturday Morning" learns why it was named one of TIME Magazine's "World's Greatest Places of 2025."
Roger Bennett, founder and CEO of the Men In Blazers Media Network, joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his latest book, "We are the World (Cup)," ahead of this summer's tournament.
Science journalist and bestselling author Michaeleen Doucleff joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her latest book, "Dopamine Kids," and share ways parents can manage their child's screen time and junk food habits.