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Tesla's Model Y, other EVs now qualify for $7,500 tax credit
Government's new classification of cars that qualify for the generous tax credit is a win for Tesla and other automakers.
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Government's new classification of cars that qualify for the generous tax credit is a win for Tesla and other automakers.
Massachusetts is awarding $7.5 million the state received from a nationwide Volkswagen settlement in grants for 98 projects meant to help electrify the transportation sector and reduce air pollution.
Volkswagen is recalling about 679,000 cars in the U. S. to fix a problem that could let the cars roll away unexpectedly.
Subaru, Tesla, BMW, Volkswagen, Daimler Vans, Mercedes and Ferrari are recalling about 1.7 million vehicles to replace potentially deadly air bag inflators made by Takata Corp. of Japan.
Christine Twining was stunned when she found out she was driving around in a diesel-fueled car rigged to cheat emissions standards.
Massachusetts and New York state are suing Volkswagen and its affiliates Audi and Porsche over diesel emissions cheating, alleging that the German automakers defrauded customers by selling diesel vehicles equipped with software allowing them to cheat emissions testing.
Massachusetts is eligible to receive more than $90 million as part of the multi-state settlement.
Volkswagen would repair or buy back polluting diesel vehicles and pay each owner as much as $10,000.
An agreement will give consumers who bought nearly 600,000 Volkswagen vehicles rigged to cheat on emissions tests the option of having the automaker buy back the cars or fix them, a judge said Thursday.
Compensation expert Kenneth Feinberg, who has worked out payments to survivors of the Boston Marathon bombing, has been hired by Volkswagen to do the same thing for car owners caught in an emissions-cheating scandal.
The woman's car may put out certain pollutants as much as 40 times the legal limit. She's now a plaintiff in a class-action lawsuit against Volkswagen.
A tractor-trailer caught fire after colliding with a car late Wednesday night on Route 128 in Lexington.
Police have arrested the driver they say left the scene of a deadly crash involving a pedestrian last week.
Police have identified the victim in a fatal Lowell hit-and-run, and seized the vehicle that allegedly struck the man, but have not yet made an arrest.
Lowell Police have found the car that struck and killed a man late Wednesday night, but they're still searching for the driver.
Which convertible is hotter? The highly acclaimed and luxurious Lamborghini Gallardo or the more affordable Fiat 500? You decide!
"Florida. It's not a crazy place, but the drive is nuts, especially when you take a 24-hour drive with your whole family." - Rachael and her Volkswagen Jetta
Volkswagen is trying to get a jump on the competition in the Super Bowl ad war.
"I was jobless, broke, and without direction. I needed to get out of Michigan." - Mark and his Volkswagen Jetta
The 2011 LA Auto Show was held at the Los Angeles Convention Center from November 18 through November 27. The 2012-13 North American debuts also featured six concept cars from BMW, Jaguar, Kia, Land Rover, Volkswagen, and Volvo.
To some people, they are as big as the game itself. Here are some of the winners and losers in the Super Bowl commercials.
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety recognized 66 vehicles on Wednesday with its "top safety pick award" for the 2011 model year, the most-ever awarded.
Take your iPhone with you wherever you go this season, whether that's poolside or your favorite beach.
Bring the party to the beach, pool, or wherever you go this summer with these perfectly portable speakers.
Be the creepiest house on the block with scary good Halloween decor from Walmart.
Countertop ice makers are ideal for summer parties. Here are our top ice maker picks, including a viral fave.
Tired of spiders around the house? From home remedies to reliable pest control services, you have options.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has announced a plan to save five Steward hospitals from closure.
Wildfire smoke is making for another hazy day in Boston.
A man charged with stabbing his father to death in Plymouth, Massachusetts told police he "snapped," prosecutors said Friday.
Jack Russell, the frontman of rock band Great White who survived the 2003 Station Nightclub Fire in Rhode Island, has died.
The door is wide open for rookie quarterback Drake Maye to overtake Jacoby Brissett on the Patriots' depth chart.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has announced a plan to save five Steward hospitals from closure.
UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center in Worcester is celebrating 50 years of saving young lives.
Doctors at Shriners Children's Boston are warning parents about a candied fruit trend on TikTok that can cause serious burns, especially in children.
Scientists at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston have found that a common, painful rash could be linked to symptoms of dementia.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
Could you spot a deepfake video? A WBZ-TV I-Team survey found more than half of those who took the test failed.
Inmates at a prison in Massachusetts claim the Department of Correction retaliated against them for speaking out earlier this year about a lack of programs there.
David Almond was living with autism and doing well when the state returned him to his abusive parent. Within months, the 14-year-old was dead.
Nurses told the I-Team they had no idea cameras were being mounted in operating rooms until after they were installed in early June.
An advocacy group wants immediate changes at a state hospital for mental patients accused of crimes in Massachusetts.
A new report says Massachusetts is the best state to live in. But experts say you should really take a closer look before celebrating.
Both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are expected to provide details of their economic policies this week.
A political expert is using a different way to find out what are people saying about former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of November's election.
Even with a heavily Democratic legislature, Massachusetts's leaders have trouble finding common ground. WBZ-TV's Jon Keller talks with Doug Howgate, president of the Massachusetts Taxpayers Foundation.
Donald Trump's comments about Kamala Harris' race reminded Jon Keller of Trump's infamous comments insulting war hero Sen. John McCain.
Some New England orchards made Yelp's list of the best U.S. apple picking spots.
Multiple Big Lots stores in Massachusetts and another in New Hampshire are set to close, according to the retailer's website.
Massachusetts is getting ready to hold its 2024 tax free weekend. Here's what to know about the sales tax holiday.
It was a scary Monday for those who watch stocks closely and those who have retirement funds tied up in 401k accounts.
The Great Scott rock club is making a comeback after closing during the COVID pandemic.
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
Triston Casas is expected to make his long-awaited return to the Red Sox lineup Friday night as the team continues its four-game series against the Orioles in Baltimore.
The Red Sox are turning to a familiar face for some help in their rotation, reportedly bringing back veteran Rich Hill for his eighth stint with the organization.
The door is wide open for rookie quarterback Drake Maye to overtake Jacoby Brissett on the Patriots' depth chart.
Jerod Mayo and Patriots players responded to the Matthew Judon trade for the first time Thursday night, saying it will take a full team effort to fill the void on defense.
Drake Maye was impressive for the Patriots on Thursday night, but starting quarterback Jacoby Brissett struggled again.
Matt Damon and Casey Affleck are part of a heist gone wrong in a new Dunkin' ad to promote "The Instigators."
Two orphaned cougars have found a new home at the Stone Zoo in Massachusetts.
A young whale's presence in Boston Harbor could delay ferries in the area.
A one-in-30-million orange lobster in Maine is a little less rare now after giving birth.
Bears that are no longer afraid of humans are trailing New Hampshire campers in search of food.