So, what exactly led to the latest recall of the 2010 Prius and some Lexus hybrid sedans? This time it's not the accelerator, it's the brakes. In particular, a system called regenerative braking. And ...

How far back do potential braking problems with the Toyota Prius go? Research into complaints filed with the federal government and other sources suggest the problem may not be restricted to new, ...

Hybrids and EVs actually have two different braking mechanisms. In addition to the traditional hydraulic friction braking system that’s been used most of the past century, they also employ ...

Years ago, the NHTSA investigated the Toyota Prius over potential issues with its brake actuator solenoid. It closed that initial investigation when the petitioner withdrew the complaint. Now, a ...

From NPR News, this is ALL THINGS CONSIDERED. I'm Robert Siegel. From the accelerator to the brake, more bad news today for Toyota. The automaker's latest trouble comes from a brake problem on the ...

Toyota is expected to release this week plans to address the latest problem with the Prius. Although the company has been announcing — for about the last five months — massive recalls and plans to ...

Toyota Motor Corp., grappling with record U.S. recalls, said it told U.S. dealers to expect an update early this week on steps the company plans to take to address complaints over brakes on the 2010 ...

Professor of Law (Civil and Cyber Jurisprudence), Faculty of Policy Studies, Chuo University, and Member of the New York State Bar In the United States, the problems with the brakes on the Prius are ...

Automaker response to squishy-feeling brakes on hybrid vehicles spread beyond Toyota to Ford on Friday, and the president of Toyota held a surprise news conference in Japan, apologizing for safety ...

The braking system is the most important safety feature in any car. Although problems with comfort systems like air ...