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Ford LMDh Hypercar Revealed Ahead of WEC Debut
Ford has revealed its new endurance racing package ahead of its competitive debut next spring, offering the first clear look at the car’s design and the sound of its 5.4-liter naturally aspirated V8. The hybrid-powered machine will compete in the LMDh class with the maximum permitted output of 670 hp. Ford Stays With a Naturally…
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Ford Maverick Hybrid Braking Issue Triggers NHTSA Probe
Ford is facing a new federal investigation into a potential braking problem affecting 82,040 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid vehicles, after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Office of Defects Investigation received a petition alleging an intermittent loss of anti-lock and regenerative braking. NHTSA Investigates 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid The investigation was opened after the ODI…
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New BMW X7 Prototype Reveals V8 Power and Major Changes
The BMW X7 is undergoing testing at Germany’s Nürburgring, where a prototype of BMW’s largest SUV has been spotted lapping the circuit at high speed. The test vehicle clearly uses a gas engine rather than an electric powertrain, with four large tailpipes providing a major clue about what is under the hood. BMW X7 Prototype…
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2027 Chevrolet Traverse High Country Gets a More Modern Look
The 2027 Chevrolet Traverse High Country is getting a new look that moves the flagship trim away from its traditional cowboy-inspired styling. Chevrolet says the Traverse will be the first model to receive the new High Country treatment before the design spreads to the freshly redesigned Silverado 1500. A More Athletic High Country Design The…
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Audi E5 Sportback and E7X Enter Germany Through Grey-Market Imports
Two electric Audi models developed with SAIC Motor specifically for the Chinese market are now reaching Germany through grey-market parallel imports, despite never being officially planned for European release. Independent distributors are sourcing the Audi E5 Sportback and Audi E7X SUV from Chinese inventory, shipping them to Germany and securing the certifications needed for local…
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Toyota MR2 Reportedly Returning in 2028 With Big Power
The Toyota MR2 could return in 2028 as a mid-engine Gazoo Racing sports car, according to a new report from Autocar. Toyota has not outright confirmed the revival, but the company has strongly hinted at it, while mid-engine prototypes based on the GR Yaris have been shown on numerous occasions. Toyota’s Mid-Engine Sports Car Could…
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Mercedes VLE Targets the Luxury MPV Market
Mercedes-Benz is taking aim at the luxury MPV market with the new VLE, positioning its next-generation people carrier as a premium vehicle rather than a van. The company is betting that the approach can attract buyers who would not normally consider the segment, with UK pricing expected to start around £75,000, or roughly $100,000. A…
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2027 Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback EV Leads New Electrification Push
Mitsubishi is stepping up its electrification strategy as part of its Momentum 2030 turnaround plan, with the 2027 Eclipse Sportback EV joining updated hybrid versions of the Outlander. After a difficult 2025 and a weak start to 2026, the automaker is targeting a sharp increase in full-year sales through a broader range of new products…
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Tesla Cybercab Launch Set for September 3 in Austin
Tesla has announced a September 3 launch event in Austin for its Cybercab, marking the next major step for a vehicle designed specifically for autonomous ride-hailing. The company has not yet said what will happen after the event or when the Cybercab will begin carrying paying passengers. Tesla Sets Cybercab Launch Event Tesla is describing…
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Missouri Speed Limit Increase to 75 MPH Faces 2027 Delay
Missouri is set to raise the speed limit on rural interstates and freeways from 70 mph to 75 mph, but motorists will have to wait for specific roads to be approved before the higher limit takes effect. Missouri Raises Rural Speed Limits to 75 MPH The new law increases the speed limit on all rural…
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