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The 80-Series Toyota Land Cruiser is increasingly moving from used SUV to collectible, with clean, unmodified examples becoming harder to find and the best specimens commanding higher prices. A particularly pristine 1997 model is now featured in Mecum’s Monterey Car Week auction catalog. A Nearly Untouched 80-Series Land Cruiser The 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is…

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Volkswagen Group is approaching a potential change in leadership on its supervisory board as Wolfgang Porsche and Hans Michel Piëch prepare to leave their positions. With both men in their 80s and nearing the end of their current terms, members of the next generation of the Porsche-Piëch family are being considered as possible successors. Wolfgang…

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Premium car brands are losing some of their appeal as mainstream vehicles increasingly offer the technology and features once associated with luxury models. According to a J.D. Power Automotive OEM Intelligence Report, more premium-vehicle owners traded their vehicles for mainstream models during the first half of 2026. Premium Brands’ Market Share Falls Premium brands, excluding…

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The Lincoln Corsair is facing a class action lawsuit over its advertised flat-towing capability, after plaintiffs allege that Ford told owners the SUV could be flat towed when it actually could not. The lawsuit covers buyers and lessees of 2021-2025 Lincoln Corsair models in California. Lincoln Corsair Flat-Towing Issue Vehicles are designed to provide safe,…

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Ford’s return to the top class of the FIA World Endurance Championship is less than a year away, and development of its new Hypercar is already well underway. The latest testing offers the clearest preview yet of the naturally aspirated V8 that will power Ford’s Le Mans challenger when it makes its competitive debut in…

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The 2027 Chevy Trailblazer could have an unusually short production run before Chevrolet introduces an updated model for 2028. Sources familiar with the matter cited by GM Authority say the 2027 Trailblazer will reportedly remain in production for just three months, although Chevrolet has not officially announced the change. 2027 Chevy Trailblazer Could Be a…

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Dodge is expanding its factory customization options for the Charger and Durango, giving buyers more ways to personalize their muscle cars and SUVs. The automaker is showcasing new colors, graphics, wheels and appearance packages at this year’s Roadkill Nights, alongside the newly launched Dodge Charger Super Bee. Durango R/T 392 Smokescreen Concept Leading Dodge’s customization…

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The Bentley Torcal, the brand’s first-ever fully battery electric vehicle (BEV), is set to introduce a new cabin technology designed to transform the driving and passenger experience. Called the Curation Engine, the system combines light, sound, climate and air quality to create four distinct cabin modes. Bentley Torcal Introduces the Curation Engine Bentley has built…

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Software-defined vehicles are becoming increasingly common, and Hyundai and Kia are expanding their focus on the technology with a dedicated testing facility called the NOVA Lab. The facility can identify approximately 150 to 200 issues before a physical prototype is assembled, helping the automakers save development time while reducing potential problems for customers. How NOVA…

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Ford has shown dealers a prototype of an upcoming four-door Mustang, offering the clearest indication yet that the automaker could expand the iconic model beyond its traditional two-door body style. The prototype reportedly appeared at a dealer meeting in Las Vegas attended by Ford Executive Chair Bill Ford and CEO Jim Farley. Ford Shows Dealers…

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