More electric vehicles lose full US tax credits in 2024

Car buyers in the market for an EV in the new year will have some things to consider when searching for a vehicle that qualifies for a new tax credit based on guidelines from the federal government.

Carmakers with the most recalls in 2023: See if your vehicle is under recall

Regulators issued more than 320 recalls this year for major car manufacturers in the U.S., potentially impacting more than 32 million vehicle models.

Latest consumer product recalls: Whole Foods frozen fish, Tesla vehicles, hoverboards, and more

Whole Foods is recalling fish fillets due to an undeclared allergen; Tesla is recalling 120,000 vehicles because doors may unlock during crashes; about 25,000 hoverboards are being recalled due to a fire hazard; high chairs sold through Amazon pose injury hazards; and kids playsets and slime eggs violate lead content bans.

Small magnetic balls sold by Walmart recalled over swallowing dangers

The latest recall of high-powered magnetic balls comes after several warnings about similar products from the CPSC, which noted how seven deaths and thousands of injuries have been reported.

What's open and closed on New Year's Day 2024

Say goodbye to 2023, and hello to 2024! New Year’s Day is on a Monday this year, and many grocery stores and offices will be closed in observance of the holiday.

Mint Mobile informs customers about a security data breach

The wireless provider known for its affordable cell phone plans alerted customers via email that their personal information may have been stolen.

Costco rumored to be discontinuing sweet treat from food court

Costco Wholesale is planning to discontinue the churro from its food court menu, according social media users.

Tesla recalls 120K vehicles with doors that may unlock during crash

Tesla has issued another recall for certain Model S and Model X vehicles due to concerns of doors possibly unlocking during crashes.

What happens to all the gift cards that go unused every year?

The life of a gift card can get complicated. Here’s what to know about the gift cards you’re giving — or getting.

Shoppers hitting stores for last-minute Christmas gifts

If you haven't done your Christmas shopping yet, don't worry, you're definitely not alone. "Having your kids want something and just not being there, and telling them oh, it'll be here a few days later, it's just not acceptable, as a mom," said shopper Ashley Perez, visiting the Altamonte Mall.

Top reads and other bookish things of 2023

Whether it took over your social media feed, or made a celebrity book club, these are the books that perhaps crossed the paths of even casual or non-readers this year.