A Vienna resident says copies of his Maryland vanity plate led to at least 20 camera-issued citations across D.C. and Prince George’s County.

Ford and federal safety officials have issued a 'Do Not Drive' advisory for roughly 4,653 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles over a possible ball‑joint assembly defect. Dealers will inspect and repair affected cars for free.

Ford is recalling nearly 420,000 Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators after filings showed a seat‑belt pretensioner can lock and jam; dealers will inspect and replace parts free.

Chinese robotaxi fleets and international partnerships are eroding Silicon Valley’s lead in self‑driving tech. Scaling and regulation — not just algorithms — are now the battleground.

The Air Force lifted a fleet-wide pause on its T‑38 trainers after inspection procedures were finalized, allowing inspected jets to phase back into flight while training is adjusted.

American Honda is recalling nearly 99,000 Honda and Acura vehicles over a seat‑sensor defect that can trigger airbags unexpectedly. Owner letters arrive in July and repairs will be free.

Toyota and Lexus are recalling roughly 82,000 U.S. vehicles after some 12.3‑inch instrument displays can go blank at startup, hiding warning lights and gauges.

A DC Water town hall drew few residents and ended early even as the utility’s two‑year rate plan would raise average monthly bills about $10 in 2027 and $8 in 2028.

House committee advanced a bill to set national rules for self‑driving trucks, fund training and require remote operators to be U.S.-based.

Federal investigators opened a preliminary probe into about 115,000 Rivian R1 trucks and SUVs after reports that a rear toe‑link bolt fractured and caused lane departures.

A $465 million federal grant announced by Secretary Sean Duffy will fund urgent repairs and upgrades at Washington’s Union Station, officials say.

A House highway reauthorization would add a $130 federal registration fee for EVs and $35 for plug‑in hybrids, a change that could stack on top of state EV charges. Passage is not guaranteed.

Planners say an expanded Freedom 250 fireworks show could force large stretches of the Potomac and Anacostia off limits to boaters, threatening holiday revenue for marinas.