Author: Jason Cooper
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Toyota Technician Quits After Tundra Warranty Pay Dispute
A veteran Toyota technician resigned after 11 years following a dispute over compensation for a 2019 Toyota Tundra repair, highlighting growing concerns over dealership labor practices and technician shortages. Aftermarket Warranty Cuts Tundra Repair Pay The dispute centered on a fuel tank replacement for a 2019 Toyota Tundra. Under normal circumstances, the standard book time…
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Kia EV3 Gets New U.S. Deals With Savings Up to $1,500
The Kia EV3 has been on sale in the U.S. for only a month, but dealers are already offering incentives on the small electric SUV. With a starting MSRP of $29,890 before destination charges, the Kia EV3 is among the most affordable small EVs available in the U.S. market. Kia EV3 U.S. Prices by Variant…
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Mazda Says Combustion Engines Still Have a Future
Mazda says it has no plans to abandon combustion engines anytime soon, arguing that the technology remains highly relevant in markets such as the U.S. and Japan. The automaker is continuing to pursue multiple powertrain solutions while developing hybrid technology and other approaches to reduce emissions. Mazda Will Continue Investing in Combustion Engines Several automakers…
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Ford Maverick Gets Twin-Turbo V8 With Over 800 HP
The Ford Maverick is about to get a dramatic performance upgrade, with Tucci Hot Rods transforming the compact pickup by fitting it with a Ford Mustang GT-derived 5.0-liter Coyote V8 and twin turbochargers. The custom Maverick is expected to produce more than 800 hp and is set to debut at the SEMA Show in Las…
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Genesis X Gran Coupe and Convertible Get U.S. Patents
The Genesis X Gran Coupe and X Gran Convertible have taken another step toward potential production after receiving U.S. design patents. The filings do not confirm that either concept will reach showrooms, but they show Genesis is protecting the designs in one of its most important markets. Genesis Concepts Start With the G90 When Genesis…
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Nissan Z T-Top Could Return After Fan Demand
Nissan could bring back a T-top version of the Z, giving the sports car an open-air option for the first time since the 370Z Convertible ended after 2020. The automaker is using its new Z Kaze Concept to gauge whether enough customers want a production T-top model. Nissan Wants Z Fans to Speak Up The…
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Bentley Unveils Three-Car Nicolaus Copernicus Collection
Bentley has created a three-vehicle edition based on the Continental GT S and GTC S to honor Polish Renaissance polymath Nicolaus Copernicus and his heliocentric model of the astronomical system. In 1543, Copernicus proposed that Earth was not the center of the universe but instead revolved around the sun, prompting a major rethinking of physics…
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China Could Reach 11% of U.S. Auto Market, Analyst Says
China has already reshaped parts of the global automotive industry, influencing vehicle development, design trends and market strategies even before Chinese cars have gained significant access to the U.S. market. Industry analyst Peter Nagle says that if barriers were removed, Chinese automakers could make a major impact on American vehicle sales. Chinese Automakers Are Expanding…
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2028 Jeep Grand Cherokee Could Get Hurricane Inline-Six
The Jeep Grand Cherokee could be in line for a major power upgrade for 2028, with a new report claiming the SUV may receive a twin-turbo Hurricane inline-six engine instead of the discontinued HEMI V8. Since Jeep removed the HEMI V8 from the Grand Cherokee lineup, the SUV has been left with a single powertrain…
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BMW 330e Faces New Unintended Acceleration Allegation
A BMW 330e owner is alleging that his car experienced unintended acceleration before crashing, raising questions about what caused the incident. BMW inspected the vehicle but reportedly found no fault after a month-long investigation. BMW 330e Owner Describes Runaway Acceleration The allegations involve a 2024 BMW G20 330e that was purchased second-hand from a Toyota…
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