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Self-driving cars seem to be the next logical step in taking the responsibility of operating a motor vehicle out of human hands. Autonomous vehicles (AVs) use technology to partially or entirely replace the human element in navigating a vehicle from an origin to destination, while avoiding road hazards and responding to traffic conditions. As that […]

PROVIDENCE — With daylight savings time upon us and spring around the corner, Northeast gasoline prices are ticking up in accordance with seasonal trends in advance of the summer driving

Northeast gasoline prices are taking a pit stop as demand remains soft and continues to track below year-ago levels.  At the same time, regional gasoline inventories increased by more than …

According to state data, there were 134,269 total crashes in Massachusetts in 2023.

MassDOT is urging drivers to put their phones away while they are on the road.

PROVIDENCE — A downward trend in demand for gasoline has helped prices take a pit stop from the recent cost increases that have pressed motorists at the pump.

New crash test data raises concerns about the effectiveness of automatic emergency brakes.

PROVIDENCE — Oil refineries across the country have pumped the brakes on gasoline production, both for planned and unplanned purposes, resulting in a rise in costs nationwide.

Gas prices in Massachusetts ticked up 2 cents last week as refineries slow production and prepare for maintenance. 

PROVIDENCE — There’s no love for driver’s at the pump this Valentine’s Day holiday as prices continue to tick upward based on seasonal trends and increasing demand.