Costco to Open First Standalone Gas Station. Here’s Where
Michelle Del Rey and USA TODAY on March 18, 2026
The wholesale giant is betting big on fuel with a 40-pump location that could reshape how members fill up.
Wendy’s Celebrating March Madness With Free Frosty, Fries in April
Greta Cross and USA TODAY on March 18, 2026
On April 7, participating Wendy’s locations will give away free small fries and a small Frosty — no purchase required.
New EV Fee Proposal Could Shrink Drivers’ Gas Savings. Here’s Why
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on March 18, 2026
A proposed $250 annual fee for electric vehicle owners would eat into the thousands drivers currently save by skipping the gas pump.
Dairy Queen’s Free Cone Day Is March 19. How to Get One
Mike Snider and USA TODAY on March 18, 2026
The annual giveaway returns tomorrow with free vanilla soft-serve cones at participating locations — no purchase required.
Walmart to Temporarily Close Parts of Some Stores. Here’s Where
Melina Khan and USA TODAY on March 18, 2026
The rapid-remodel experiment will shut down main sales floors at select Neighborhood Market locations in six states for four weeks starting in April.
Will Kohl’s Close More Stores? Here’s What We Know
Mike Snider, Ricardo Torres and USA TODAY on March 18, 2026
After shuttering 27 locations last year, the retailer says it’s holding steady at 1,150 stores — for now.
5 EV Deals Shoppers Can Take Advantage of as Toyota Cuts Prices
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on March 18, 2026
From thousands in cash back to 0% financing for six years, automakers are slashing prices to move electric vehicles off the lot.
This Brand Makes the Most Reliable Cars for 2026, According to J.D. Power
Charles Singh and USA TODAY on March 18, 2026
The top-ranked brand has built its reputation on borrowing from one of the industry’s most dependable automakers.
These 5 States Still Penalize You if You Don’t Have Health Insurance
Medora Lee and USA TODAY on March 18, 2026
The fines can add up to thousands of dollars — but there are ways to avoid them.
Another EV Bites the Dust. Volvo Discontinues 2026 EX30 in the U.S.
Charles Singh and USA TODAY on March 17, 2026
The subcompact electric SUV sold just 5,400 units last year — a fraction of what rivals moved — and it’s far from the only EV getting axed.
Diesel Prices Hit $5 a Gallon: 6 Ways Drivers Can Save Money Now
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on March 17, 2026
The largest 14-day diesel price surge ever recorded is hitting wallets hard — but a few simple changes behind the wheel can soften the blow.
This Brand Makes the Least Reliable Cars for 2026, According to J.D. Power
Charles Singh and USA TODAY on March 17, 2026
A new dependability study reveals which automaker has the most problems per 100 vehicles — and it’s not the one you’d expect.
The Five EVs You Can Buy Now With the Longest Range
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on March 17, 2026
With gas prices climbing, Consumer Reports tested which electric vehicles can actually go the distance on a single charge.
Government Shutdown May Lead to Airport Closures, Trump Official Says
Zach Wichter and USA TODAY on March 17, 2026
Some TSA officers aren’t showing up for work after missing paychecks, and the consequences could hit your travel plans hard.
Volkswagen Recalls Over 45,000 Vehicles. See the Affected Model.
Taylor Ardrey and USA TODAY on March 17, 2026
A loose transmission ground wire could increase fire risk in certain Jetta models.
Rents Decreased in Most Places. Here’s Where It Was Steepest.
Andrea Riquier, Ignacio Calderon and USA TODAY on March 17, 2026
A nationwide construction boom has finally started pulling rents back down — but millions of Americans are still spending more than half their income just to keep a roof overhead.
FDA: Novo Nordisk Failed to Report Deaths of Weight-Loss Drug Patients
Austin Fast and USA TODAY on March 17, 2026
An FDA investigation uncovered unreported strokes, suicides, and thousands of delayed side-effect reports from the maker of Ozempic and Wegovy — raising new questions about the safety oversight of America’s most popular drugs.
Hyundai Stops Sales, Recalls 60K Palisade SUVs After Child Death
Charles Singh and USA TODAY on March 16, 2026
The stop sale covers two upper trims of the automaker’s largest SUV — and owners are urged to avoid using a specific feature until a fix arrives.
Popeyes Franchisee Closes More Locations Following Bankruptcy Filing
Fernando Cervantes Jr. and USA TODAY on March 16, 2026
The Southeast closures are just the latest in a string of shutdowns tied to one of the chain’s largest operators.
Chocolate Ladybugs Sold at Lidl Recalled Over ‘Undeclared Allergen’
Amaris Encinas and USA TODAY on March 16, 2026
The German-style nougat treats were sold in nine states and D.C. — and the packaging failed to disclose a potentially life-threatening ingredient.
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