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The Kia Telluride and Tesla Model Y have earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s highest safety award, joining the latest group of vehicles to receive a Top Safety Pick+ rating while Buick, Ford, Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen remain without one in this round of testing. Telluride and Model Y Earn IIHS’ Top Award The redesigned…

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The Mazda MX-5 Miata remained the clear sales leader among three affordable rear-wheel-drive sports cars in the United States in August 2026, outselling the Subaru BRZ and Toyota GR86 combined as the segment continues to attract a small but dedicated group of buyers. Miata Leads the August Sales Race None of the three sports cars…

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BMW is lowering the entry price for the 2 Series Gran Coupe in Japan with the newly introduced BMW 220 Gran Coupe original. Priced from ¥4.98 million, the new model is the only version of the compact four-door to fall below the psychologically important ¥5 million mark, with sales already underway and customer deliveries scheduled…

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Kia has filed trademark applications for several new K-series vehicle names in the United States, potentially expanding the naming strategy already used for the K4 and K5. The latest filings cover K2, K3, K6, K7 and K8, while the K9 name is notably absent. Kia Expands Its K-Series Trademark Portfolio Trademark applications filed with the…

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A new Stellantis patent reveals a tailgate design that could allow the hatch of an SUV or van to slide forward over the roof while remaining open. The system is designed to make it easier to carry longer items while also addressing aerodynamic and safety concerns created by driving with the hatch open. Stellantis Develops…

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Toyota has announced 2027 Toyota Camry pricing, with the base sedan continuing to start below $30,000 despite a modest $100 increase across every trim. The Camry remains America’s best-selling sedan after Toyota switched the current generation to a hybrid-only lineup for the 2025 model year. 2027 Toyota Camry Prices The 2027 Camry receives only a…

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The 2028 Kia Sportage is taking shape ahead of its next-generation redesign, with a production-body prototype spotted during hot-weather testing and towing evaluations. The heavily camouflaged vehicle provides a much clearer look at its new styling, including design cues influenced by the larger Telluride, while major changes are also expected inside the cabin. 2028 Kia…

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Toyota RAV4 sales fell 19 percent year over year in August to 34,232 units, while the model’s 2026 year-to-date sales are down 32 percent from the same point in 2025. The decline has pushed the RAV4 to roughly eighth place on the overall 2026 sales charts, a major drop for a nameplate that has led…

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Genesis posted encouraging August sales results, led by the GV80 SUV as the luxury brand continues its steady growth against established competitors such as BMW and Mercedes. Both versions of the GV80 recorded month-over-month gains in August, giving Genesis another positive sign as it expands its presence in the luxury market. GV80 Delivers Genesis’ Strongest…

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Ford has patented a system that could make removing the doors on the Bronco easier by eliminating the need to unplug electrical wiring. The proposed “Vehicle Door Assembly Power Transfer System” would use wireless power transfer or electrical contacts built into the door hinges. Ford Wants to Simplify Door Removal One of the Bronco’s signature…

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