Author: Jason Cooper
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Lexus GX Gets a Sportier Look With Novel’s New Body Kit
The Lexus GX is getting a street-focused makeover from Japanese tuner Novel, which has introduced its first body kit for the luxury SUV. The package gives the GX a sportier appearance with front and rear bumper extensions and faux vents, while retaining the model’s rugged design and off-road-oriented foundation. Novel Brings Its Lexus Expertise to…
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Ford F-150 Production: Inside the Michigan Truck Plant
The Ford F-150 remains a major part of Ford’s lineup and the U.S. vehicle market, ranking among the country’s best-selling vehicles alongside the Chevrolet Silverado and Toyota RAV4. A new walkthrough of the Dearborn Truck Plant in Michigan reveals how the full-size pickup is assembled, from hands-on manufacturing and transmission components to final performance testing.…
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Jaguar Type 01 Debuts, Sparking Fresh Reactions to Its Bold Design
The Jaguar Type 01 has arrived nearly two years after the automaker’s controversial “copy nothing” campaign, and its bold design is already drawing a wide range of reactions. The new four-door coupe looks remarkably similar to the Type 00 concept, but early responses suggest a different reception from the intense criticism that followed Jaguar’s 2024…
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2026 Lancia Gamma: New Electric SUV Brings 375 HP
The 2026 Lancia Gamma is set to mark a major milestone for the Italian automaker, combining an electrified powertrain lineup, fastback styling and a premium interior as the brand prepares for the Paris Motor Show on October 12, 2026. The revived nameplate will return as Lancia’s first-ever SUV under Stellantis’ revival plan, with the range-topping…
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Nissan’s US Comeback Faces a Major Global Sales Decline
Nissan’s US comeback is gaining momentum, with 19 consecutive months of sales growth, but the automaker continues to struggle across global markets. Declining sales in China and other regions threaten to make 2026 its weakest sales year since 2003, highlighting the challenges facing the company as it works to regain its competitive position. Nissan’s Global…
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Porsche 718 EVs Are Staying Electric as Gas Models Fade
Porsche is moving forward with all-electric versions of the 718 Boxster and Cayman, ruling out a return of combustion-powered models even as questions persist about the future of its mid-engine sports cars. CEO Michael Leiters has expressed confidence in the electric versions, while Porsche executives say the new platform will deliver improved weight distribution, a…
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BMW EV Survey Reveals What U.S. Buyers Want Most
A new BMW EV survey reveals that American consumers want longer driving ranges, faster charging and lower prices, even though most report driving relatively short distances each day. Conducted by BMW Group North America, the survey highlights the gap between consumers’ range expectations and daily driving needs, while identifying purchase price as the biggest obstacle…
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Porsche Sales Fall 16% as Brand Shifts Focus to Profits
Porsche sales fell 16% worldwide during the first nine months of the year, with the automaker delivering 178,532 vehicles compared with 212,509 during the same period last year. Despite declining demand in several major markets, the company continues to see strong performance from its flagship sports cars as it shifts its strategy toward exclusivity, higher-value…
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Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid Recall Affects 31,000 SUVs
Toyota is recalling approximately 31,000 model-year 2026 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid vehicles in the United States because an electronic control unit (ECU) defect could cause the hybrid system to shut down while driving. The problem could result in a sudden loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash, particularly at higher speeds, as Toyota…
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Porsche 911 Strategy Targets New Models Amid 2026 Sales Slump
Porsche is looking to its iconic 911 lineup to help reverse a difficult sales performance in 2026, after global deliveries fell 16% during the first nine months of the year. The German automaker is planning more exclusive, high-performance 911 models as part of a broader strategy that also includes cost reductions, organizational changes and new…
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