Author: Jason Cooper
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BMW iX3 May Gain a New M Performance Model
The BMW iX3 could receive a higher-performance variant as BMW considers expanding the lineup beyond its current offerings. While the automaker has not confirmed a new model, comments from a BMW executive suggest the all-electric crossover may eventually gain an M Performance version. BMW iX3 Already Offers Strong Performance The BMW iX3 debuted with the…
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New GM Safety Campaign Targets Sierra EV and Silverado EV
The GMC Sierra EV and Chevrolet Silverado EV are the subject of a new GM safety campaign involving certain 2026 model-year trucks. According to a report, the affected vehicles may have defective spare wheels that could crack, creating a potential safety risk if the spare tire is put into service. Safety Campaign Covers Certain 2026…
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New Volvo XC60 Updates Include U.S. Production Shift
The Volvo XC60, Volvo’s best-selling model worldwide, is set to receive major updates later this year, including powertrain improvements, refreshed styling, and upgraded cabin technology. At the same time, Volvo will begin producing the compact luxury SUV in the United States for the North American market, marking a significant manufacturing change for the brand. Volvo…
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2026 Audi A2 Electric Vehicle: 5 Efficiency Secrets
The 2026 Audi A2 Electric Vehicle could become one of the most efficiency-focused electric cars Audi has ever built. The upcoming subcompact EV is reviving the A2 nameplate while introducing technology designed around one central goal: using less electricity to travel farther. Audi says the new A2 e-tron can achieve a preliminary 12.8 kWh per…
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Ram Rumble Bee SRT Tops Shelby With 900+ Horsepower
Ram has introduced a new Direct Connection supercharger kit for the Ram 1500 Rumble Bee SRT, raising output from 777 horsepower to more than 900 horsepower. The announcement comes just weeks after Shelby American launched the 2026 Shelby F-150 Super Snake SuperCrew, setting up a new comparison in the street truck segment focused on factory-backed…
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Japan Earthquake Disrupts Auto Production at Toyota, Honda Plants
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake that struck Japan’s Kyushu region on July 28 has prompted production shutdowns at several automakers, including Toyota and Honda. While the earthquake occurred in Japan, some of the affected facilities manufacture vehicles for the U.S. market, drawing attention to potential production disruptions. Toyota and Honda Respond to Production Interruptions Toyota confirmed that…
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2027 Toyota bZ Pricing Rises by $80 as EV Sales Continue Climbing
The 2027 Toyota bZ returns with only a modest price increase after strong sales momentum in the United States. Toyota has raised pricing by $80 across the lineup while keeping the electric crossover’s key features, range, charging capabilities, and technology unchanged from the previous model year. 2027 Toyota bZ Returns With Minimal Changes Toyota simplified…
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Breaking: Zoox Wins NHTSA Approval for Steering-Wheel-Free Robotaxis
Amazon-owned Zoox has received approval from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to launch its steering-wheel-free robotaxis for limited commercial use, marking a significant milestone for the autonomous transportation industry. The decision makes Zoox the first autonomous ride-hailing company in the United States to secure federal authorization for a vehicle that operates without traditional…
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BMW iX3 Production Faces Energy Challenge at Hungary Plant
The BMW iX3, one of the automaker’s most significant upcoming electric vehicles, could encounter a production challenge as BMW ramps up manufacturing of its next-generation Neue Klasse model. According to German newspaper Welt, unusually low water levels in the Danube River have contributed to the shutdown of Hungary’s Paks nuclear power plant, prompting BMW to…
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New BMW M2 CS Prototype Sparks Fresh Performance Model Speculation
A newly spotted BMW M2 CS prototype has fueled speculation that BMW may be preparing another high-performance variant of its compact sports coupe. Although the G87-generation M2 is already available in rear-wheel drive, xDrive all-wheel drive, and CS form, a camouflaged test vehicle suggests the automaker could have additional plans before the model’s production concludes.…
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