This page covers vehicle recalls, safety regulations, automotive manufacturing and the market for new and used cars. Reporting spans the industry as it touches consumers and businesses across New Jersey.
Hyundai Motor America has given a 2025 Elantra N and diagnostic tools to Raritan Valley Community College's automotive technology program.
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Do you think your local community colleges prepare students well for skilled careers?
Proposed legislation seeks to include farm vehicle awareness in driver training to prevent road accidents.
All New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission locations will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, for the state holiday.
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Does modern vehicle technology make it too difficult to get your car repaired?
A New Jersey owner reports their Gen 2 R1S has been at a service center for over 30 days due to unresolved sensor issues.
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Would you switch to public transit if it saved you money on annual car costs?
New Jersey residents faced annual ownership expenses of $13,708, surpassing the national average of $12,863.
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Is it becoming more difficult for your household to afford an auto loan in your area?
The state ranked 17th nationally for loan interest rate hikes during the second quarter of 2026.
Reporting here centers on vehicle safety standards, federal and state regulatory changes, plant operations and consumer market trends. Coverage runs from the capital to the rural counties and across every major commercial hub. Vehicle recalls and infrastructure maintenance often dictate the flow of transportation news in the state. Supply chain constraints and the transition to electric vehicle infrastructure remain the most frequent drivers of change in the local market.
