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There’s been another highway death -- the tenth caused by a defective airbag made by the Japanese manufacturer Takata
There’s been another highway death -- the tenth caused by a defective airbag made by the Japanese manufacturer Takata. The federal government is now adding another five million Takata-equipped vehicles to the 19 million already recalled. DeMarco Morgan reports.
Uber captured 41 percent of business travel rides
Software company Certify found Uber eclipsing car rental companies for business travel. Uber captured 41 percent of rides. CBS News financial contributor Mellody Hobson joins "CBS This Morning" from Chicago to discuss the trend.
4 of the safest cars you can buy
Three sedans and a luxury SUV get the first top ratings for 2016 from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
Fiat Chrysler recalls SUVs again to fix wiring
An electrical short in the sun visors can cause fires; recall includes nearly 389,000 vehicles in the U.S.
5 muscle cars now selling for millions
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About 40 concept and production vehicles from the world’s largest carmakers make their worldwide debut
A record 17.5 million vehicles were sold in the U.S. in 2015, helped by cheap gas and low interest rates. Next year’s crop of cars are on display at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit -- the biggest automotive stage on the continent. About 40 concept and production vehicles from the world’s largest carmakers make their worldwide debut. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Lincoln revives the Continental, with eye on China
New full-size sedan is set to debut Tuesday at the Detroit Auto Show; it goes on sale this fall
The federal government is proposing new technology regulations for the car market: vehicle-to-vehicle technology
The federal government is proposing new technology regulations for the car market: vehicle-to-vehicle technology. The new system would allow cars to "talk" to each other on the road. Kris Van Cleave reports regulators hope this will help prevent accidents.
With software update, Tesla cars can park themselves
Some models get new semi-autonomous features, a "baby step" towards fully self-driving cars
Honda and Volvo drive off with top honors in Detroit
The Civic and XC90 win the auto show's awards for 2016 Car of the Year and Truck of the Year, respectively
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The cars of the future cruise into the spotlight
Concept cars like BMW i8 and the VW Budd-e Microbus usher in a new era of connected "smart" cars at CES 2016
High-tech new cars on display at CES 2016 are smarter and sleeker than ever
A car with cameras instead of mirrors, and a car that parks itself with the wave of your hand, were just two of the high-tech models on display at CES 2016. CNET.com's Kara Tsuboi reports.
5 cars sure to turn heads at the Detroit auto show
Stars of the exhibit will range from all-electric vehicles to pavement-scorching sports cars
Is your GM vehicle making you sick?
Some owners say they're experiencing headaches and dizziness from a problem with several newer models
What will you be driving in 2030?
We're at the cusp of a new era as vehicles and what you use them for will see big changes in the next 15 years
After claiming it handled its one billionth ride on Christmas Eve, Uber begins 2016 with a hefty goal in mind: expansion to China.
After claiming it handled its one billionth ride on Christmas Eve, Uber begins 2016 with a hefty goal in mind: expansion to China. Seth Doane has a look at what kind of competition the company could be facing there.
The popularity of low-speed electric vehicles are on the rise in the senior citizen community
The popularity of low-speed electric vehicles are on the rise in the senior citizen community. These popular modes of transportation have been around for the a while, but nowadays seniors are making sure their rides are tricked out with the finest features. David Begnaud reports
What's on the road ahead for cars in 2016
Continued strong sales, several new versions of popular models and ever-more-sophisticated tech seem to be sure bets
New research from Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital shows that those who work night shifts may be at a higher risk for accidents.
New research from Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital shows that those who work night shifts may be at a higher risk for accidents. Anna Werner has more on the study.
BMW slapped with stiff fine for safety violations
NHTSA: Automaker moved too slowly to fix Mini brand cars that failed federal crash tests
The meaning of "full service" is getting an update
A new company called Booster Fuels is changing how we gas up. The service is already available in Silicon Valley and the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Mark Strassmann shows us how the meaning of "full service" is getting an update.
Fiat Chrysler recalls Jeeps to fix water leak
Water can get into the tailgate control module, increasing the risk of a fire; no injuries have been reported
The 10 best cars for resale values
These SUVs, pickups and sporty cars all far surpass the average vehicle's 35 percent resale value after five years
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Trump selects Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Labor secretary
Republican Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer of Oregon, who narrowly lost her reelection bid earlier this month, received strong backing from union members in her district.
1 infant dead in California, 9 hospitalized in latest listeria outbreak
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Trump selects Scott Bessent for Treasury secretary
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Walmart must pay driver it accused of fraud $35 million, jury says
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Supreme Court takes up FCC fund dispute over subsidies for rural telecom services
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Russia's new intermediate-range ballistic missile has NATO members on edge after the missiles were used in a strike on Ukraine early Thursday morning.
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E. coli outbreak in St. Louis sickens 106, hospitalizes 2
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Whole Foods organic carrots and celery recalled amid E. coli outbreak
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The police chief killed himself with his own weapon as marines, National Guard and soldiers closed in to try to arrest him, prosecutors said.
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Conor McGregor must pay $250K to woman who says he raped her, Irish civil jury says
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Melissa Etheridge to perform at NWSL Championship
Grammy-winning artist Melissa Etheridge will sing the national anthem at the 2024 NWSL Championship in Kansas City. Known for her hit "Come to My Window," Etheridge shares her excitement about the honor and the big game.
Connie Nielsen on returning to "Gladiator" after 24 years
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Australia could ban social media for kids
Australian legislators introduced a landmark bill Thursday to ban social media for children under 16. CBS News London's Leigh Kiniry reports on what this could mean for social media companies.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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.
DOJ targets Google's search engine monopoly
The Department of Justice on Wednesday filed a motion calling for Google to sell its Chrome search engine, arguing in court documents that "the playing field is not level." The Justice Department is also recommending dissolving any contracts in which Google is the default search engine on devices such as iPhones. Kelly O'Grady explains.
Bitcoin hovers around $100,000 as post-election rally rolls on
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Emperor penguin found on Australian beach released at sea after 20 days of care
The only emperor penguin known to have swum from Antarctica to Australia was released at sea 20 days after he waddled ashore on a popular tourist beach.
Iceland volcano flares in region's 7th eruption in one year
A volcano erupted in southern Iceland, near the town of Grindavík and the Blue Lagoon spa, marking the region's seventh eruption in a year.
How collecting pine cones helps renew Oregon forests after wildfires
Conservationists are teaming up with the U.S. Forest Service and logging companies to clear scorched land and make room for new reforestation projects.
Restoring forests decimated by wildfires
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Giraffes need endangered species protection, U.S. officials say
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Police chief kills himself as troops close in to arrest him in Mexico
The police chief killed himself with his own weapon as marines, National Guard and soldiers closed in to try to arrest him, prosecutors said.
U.S. accuses former Colombia general of extrajudicial killings
Former general Mario Montoya and his family are barred from traveling to the U.S., Secretary of State Antony Blinken said.
4.78 tons of cocaine, $193,000 in cash found in shipping containers
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84-year-old Texas man accused of killing roommate and her dog
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Georgia woman convicted of killing her toddler gets life in prison
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Blue Origin launches 6 tourists to the edge of space
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Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight
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Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch
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SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
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Parents give late son's key collection to boy
After their son Michael died at the age of 33, Ernie and Cheryl Johnson planned to hold onto his extensive collection of car keys and fobs. That all changed when another mom posted on Facebook looking for car keys for her little boy who also loved to collect them. Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" for a story about giving to others as a way to mourn lost loved ones.
Texas school board approves Bible lessons
The Texas State Board of Education approved an optional public school curriculum that includes Bible lessons. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen has more.
Haitian immigrants in Springfield face uncertainty
President-elect Donald Trump's threat to carry out mass deportations is putting immigrant communities across the nation on edge. Take Springfield, Ohio, where Trump accused Haitian immigrants — without any evidence — of eating pets. Now many are leaving the city, fearing deportation to their homeland. Nicole Valdes spoke with a woman in Springfield about the new reality there and the uncertain future for her community.
Trump gets legal win as transition plans continue
Donald Trump has selected hedge fund CEO Scott Bessent to be Treasury secretary with the hopes of boosting the president-elect's tarrif's plan. Trump also got some good news Friday about his "hush money" case. Ed O'Keefe and Margaret Brennan have more.
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