The automaker’s November sales reveal some clear trends among owners purchasing vehicles bearing the blue oval. With the frenzy of Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday finally in the rearview mirror, automakers are now taking stock of how their November sales shook up. After all, spending season is a time that can provide some impactful … Read more
Ford’s reputation as an engine builder was enhanced by successes such as the 427 cubic inch V8 that made history at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the 5.0 liter V8 Coyote, which is one of the best 8 cylinder engines ever produced. Not all Ford engines were an unqualified success, however. The first … Read more
Image credit: Toyota. Toyota’s reputation for reliability has taken a hit in recent months as the company faces several recalls of its new twin-turbo V6 engine used in the Tundra pickup and several SUVs. Officially, Toyota blamed the failures on manufacturing debris left in the oil passages. But a recent teardown by freelance mechanic and … Read more
Washington (AP) — House Speaker Mike Johnson is imploring his fellow Republicans to stop venting their frustrations in public and take their complaints directly to him. “They’re going to get upset about things. That’s part of the process,” Johnson told reporters Thursday. “I don’t mind. But when there’s a conflict or a concern, I always … Read more
By John Kruzel WASHINGTON, Dec 4 (Reuters) – The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday revived a redrawn Texas electoral map designed to add more Republicans to the U.S. House of Representatives, boosting President Donald Trump’s bid for his party to retain control of Congress in the 2026 midterm elections. The justices granted a request by … Read more
Moneywise and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue by linking to the content below. The housing crash of 2008 was brutal—home values plummeted, millions of Americans were forced into foreclosure, and trillions in household wealth evaporated. Now real estate analyst Melody Wright is warning that the next recession could be even worse. In … Read more
Lake Jackson in northern Leon County has drained or dried up, this time amid an ongoing drought in the state capital, though it’s not known if the two are connected. The lake has been a recent topic of conversation for the Leon County Commission as they reversed course on a controversial Comprehensive Plan change that … Read more
Although they were a moving target, President Donald Trump’s tariffs have increased the cost of building a home. “The new tariffs could increase builders’ costs anywhere from $7,500 to $10,000 per home,” Rob Dietz, chief economist at the National Association of Home Builders, told CNBC, citing estimates from U.S. builders. Last year, the NAHB estimated … Read more
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration has instructed U.S. embassies and consulates around the world to prioritize visa applications from foreigners who want to visit the United States either to invest in America or attend the 2026 World Cup, 2028 Olympics and other major sporting events. At the same time, the administration added new criteria … Read more
“Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commissions or revenue from certain articles through these links.” Here’s what you’ll learn when you read this story: For decades, scientists have studied animals living in or near the Chernobyl nuclear power plant to see how increased levels of radiation affect their health, growth and development. One study analyzed … Read more