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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
5 dead, 1 injured after head-on crash, vehicle fires in Grand County: CSP
DENVER (KDVR) — The Colorado State Patrol said five people inside an SUV were declared dead after an early Monday morning crash in Grand County after both vehicles caught fire from a head-on crash. The crash happened around 7 a.m. Monday and involved two vehicles, a Ford F-150 and a GMC Yukon, on Colorado 9 in Grand County between Ute Pass Road and Kremmling, according to a CSP press release. The highway was closed for an extended period and reopened on Monday at about 2:45 p.m. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox The patrol said the F-150 was traveling north on Highway 9 when it drove into the southbound lane, striking the GMC Yukon head-on, causing both vehicles to catch on fire. The driver of the F-150 was determined to be a 25-year-old man from Parker. He was transported by air to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries. The driver of the Yukon was determined to be a 34-year-old man from Kremmling and was pronounced dead at the scene. 'All occupants of the SUV were pronounced dead on the scene,' CSP said. 'Due to the extensive damage and fire to this vehicle, first responders are unable to confirm the number of occupants at this time.' The other four occupants of the Yukon were pronounced dead at the scene and have not been identified. CSP said the investigation into the crash is ongoing, and no charges have been brought against either driver. The Grand County Coroner's Office will identify the proper next of kin for the deceased individuals. CSP is asking anyone who may have witnessed the crash to contact CSP dispatch at 970-249-4392 and reference number VC25269. Be prepared to leave your name and contact information so investigators can reach out. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
5 days ago
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Entire family from Kremmling killed in head-on crash, fire
DENVER (KDVR) — Agencies in Grand County are showing support and sharing their condolences after a Kremmling family lost their lives in a head-on crash that happened on Monday. The crash occurred around 7 a.m. Monday on Colorado 9 between Ute Pass Road and Kremmling, according to an earlier Colorado State Patrol press release. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox CSP said a Ford F-150 was traveling north on Highway 9 when it drove into the southbound lane, where it hit a GMC Yukon head-on, which resulted in both vehicles catching on fire. The driver of the F-150 was said by the patrol to be a 25-year-old man from Parker, who was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. The five people in the Yukon were pronounced dead on the scene, said CSP. The Grand County Coroner's Office identified the five people in the Yukon, all from Kremmling, as: Andres Cabral-Banuelos, 2 Manuel Cabral-Banuelos, 5 Maria Cabral-Banuelos, 12 Andrea Banuelos-Salazar, 30 Manuel Cabral-Torres, 34 'The Grand County Coroner's Office extends its deepest condolences to the surviving loved ones, friends, and the entire community. The loss of an entire family is an unspeakable tragedy, and our hearts are with all who are grieving during this incredibly difficult time,' said the coroner's office. The West Grand School District 1-JT has posted to Facebook, saying previously that the crash 'may have involved one of our West Grand families.' In an update on the same Facebook post, the school district said: 'This is a heart-breaking tragedy, and we are here to support those who have been directly impacted, along with extended family, friends, and our community as best we can during this difficult time.' The school district has not said how many of the children in the Kremmling family attended school there; however, they added that they will be working to schedule times for professional support services at the school in the upcoming days. The coroner's office said that the cause of the crash is still under investigation by CSP. There is also no word on the current condition of the 25-year-old man from Parker. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Ford recalls 56K F-150 pickups for seat belt warning chime
This story was originally published on Automotive Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Automotive Dive newsletter. Dive Brief: Ford Motor Co. has recalled over 56,000 F-150 pickups due to a condition where the seat belt warning chime may fail to activate to remind occupants to buckle up, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The malfunction that led to the recall only affects 2025 F-150 trucks equipped with Ford's 3.5 liter, EcoBoost hybrid V6 engine. Dealers will update the audio control module software for free, although Ford currently does not have a software remedy available. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Aug. 25, with a second notice to be sent once the software update is ready. Dive Insight: The fault is believed to be related to a low change condition of the 12-volt battery. If the voltage is too low when starting the vehicle, the 'start of trip' seat belt reminder chime may not play from the vehicle's audio head unit, which could lead to decreased seat belt usage that can increase the risk of injury in a crash, per the report. A Ford employee who noticed the issue alerted the company when the seat belt chime in their hybrid F-150 wasn't audible upon startup. The employee escalated the concern to the automaker's Critical Concern Review Group on May 29. From June through July, Ford's investigators conducted testing and data review of the audio control module to determine the root cause. The team found that the audio head unit in F-150 pickups equipped with hybrid powertrains can be subjected to a 'high-voltage interrupt' during start-up, resulting in a reset condition that stops the playback of the seat belt reminder chime. Based on this initial probe, the Ford's investigators confirmed that all other vehicle chimes worked normally for approximately three seconds after the vehicle's audio head unit was reset. The automaker's Critical Concern Review Group also conducted a read-across with its audio control module team, which concluded that the problem only occurred on 2025 F-150 hybrid models and not others. Ford reviewed this concern and its compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and also met with the NHTSA. The parties determined that the fault posed a safety risk and the automaker's Field Review Committee approved the voluntary recall on July 18. The audio control module was sourced from Michigan-based Tier 1 supplier Visteon Corp. and an estimated 100% of the recalled hybrid pickups are believed to have the software defect. The dealer software update will ensure that the audible chimes play back in all starting conditions, according to the report. Ford is not aware of any warranty claims or Vehicle Owner Questionnaires received by the NHTSA that's related to the condition. The automaker is also not aware of any accidents or injuries. Ford's recall count in 2025 has now reached 94, which is the highest number for any automaker in a single year, according to NHTSA data. Since June 30, Ford issued nine separate recalls potentially extending to over 1.7 million vehicles. Recommended Reading Ford recalls 694K Bronco Sport, Escape SUVs for cracked fuel injectors Sign in to access your portfolio
The Sun
5 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Japan to import Ford F-150 trucks under new US trade deal
TOKYO: Japan will begin importing Ford F-150 pickup trucks under a revised trade agreement with the US. US President Donald Trump confirmed the deal, stating Japan will accept US vehicle safety standards. The new arrangement includes a 15% reciprocal tariff, down from a previously threatened 25%. Trump praised the deal in a CNBC interview, calling the F-150 'very beautiful' and predicting strong sales. Japanese automakers sell millions of cars in the US annually, but American vehicles remain rare in Japan. Ford exited the Japanese market nearly a decade ago due to low demand for large vehicles. The F-150's width of 2.4 metres makes it impractical for many Japanese roads. Disagreements persist over when Japan's 27.5% auto tariffs will drop to 15%. A recent US executive order suggested the 15% cap applies only to the EU, not Japan. Japan's tariffs envoy Ryosei Akazawa is in Washington to clarify the agreement's details. Akazawa aims to ensure the US implements the tariff changes by Thursday as planned. Trump also claimed Japan would invest $550 billion in the US, retaining 90% of profits. Japanese officials clarified the investment would mostly involve loans and guarantees. - AFP
Time of India
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Japan-US trade agreement: Tokyo to import ‘very beautiful' Ford F-150s; duties on Japanese car exports still unclear
Japan is set to begin importing Ford's hefty F-150 pickup trucks, US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday, even as questions linger over the full scope of the countries' trade agreement. The move comes as part of a deal announced in July, under which Japanese imports will be hit with a 15% "reciprocal" tariff, lower than the 25% previously threatened. The new rate is due to take effect from Thursday, in line with changes affecting several other countries. In exchange, Tokyo has agreed to lift "restrictions" on American cars entering Japan, including a key concession to recognise US vehicle safety standards. 'They're taking our cars,' Trump told CNBC in a phone interview. 'They're taking the very beautiful Ford F-150, which does very well. And I'm sure we'll do very well there, and other things that do very well here will also do well there.' While Japanese carmakers export millions of vehicles to the US each year, American cars are a rare sight on Japanese roads. Ford pulled out of the Japanese market nearly ten years ago, citing weak sales, as reported by AFP. The F-150, which is 2.4 metres (96 inches) wide with mirrors, is considered too large for Japan's narrow roads, and American models often come with steering wheels on the left-hand side, opposite to Japanese driving norms. Despite the headline agreement, several aspects of the trade deal remain unclear. A major sticking point is when the US will reduce its own tariffs on Japanese cars. Currently, these stand at 27.5%, made up of a long-standing 2.5% levy plus an additional 25% introduced under Trump. That figure is meant to drop to 15%, though a timeline has yet to be confirmed. There is also uncertainity on whether other levies on Japan will be capped at 15%, or if this would come on top of existing ones. A recent US executive order suggested that the upper limit would apply solely to the European Union, not Japan. On Tuesday, Japan's tariffs envoy Ryosei Akazawa departed for Washington on what marks his ninth trip in ongoing trade talks. 'One purpose of my visit is to prompt the issuance of the president's executive order regarding tariffs on autos and auto parts as early as possible,' Akazawa said before leaving. 'I have confirmed with the United States that there are no discrepancies (regarding the reciprocal tariff rates), but keeping in mind the new duties will be implemented on Thursday, I would like to provide a reminder for a thorough response beforehand,' local media quoted him as saying. Adding to the confusion, Trump claimed that Japan would be investing $550 billion into the US economy, with America retaining 90% of the profits. 'That's like a signing bonus that a baseball player would get,' he told CNBC. 'That's our money. It's our money to invest as we like.' However, Japanese officials have indicated the sum will mainly comprise loans and loan guarantees, rather than direct investment. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays .
