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Cadillac Signals Possible Shift on Apple CarPlay Strategy
General Motors may be reevaluating its approach to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto after a Cadillac representative indicated the brand is evolving its infotainment strategy based on customer feedback. The statement follows the appearance of both smartphone connectivity platforms in the online configurator for the 2027 Cadillac Lyriq. GM’s Infotainment Strategy Faces Ongoing Scrutiny Since…
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Toyota Factory Upgrade Expands Features for Older Vehicles
Toyota has expanded a factory-backed upgrade program in Japan that allows owners of eligible vehicles to add new features years after purchase. Called Toyota Factory Upgrade, the initiative combines genuine parts, software updates, and dealer installation to bring new capabilities to older Toyota, Lexus, and GR models. Toyota Factory Upgrade Builds on an Earlier Program…
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Ferrari Order Book Now Covers All of 2027 Demand
Ferrari says its order book now extends through all of 2027, underscoring continued demand for the luxury automaker’s vehicles despite a decline in second-quarter shipments. The company reported stronger operating profit during the period, citing a favorable product mix and higher-than-expected demand for vehicle personalization. Ferrari Reports Higher Profit Despite Lower Shipments According to Ferrari’s…
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Honda Patent Aims to Simplify Driver Assistance Alerts
Honda has filed a patent for a driver assistance system designed to reduce the number of alerts shown to drivers by highlighting only the most important potential hazard at any given moment. The patent describes an approach that prioritizes relevant information instead of displaying multiple warnings simultaneously. Honda Patent Focuses on the Most Important Hazard…
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Toyota Airbag Recall Affects Select Tacoma and Tundra Trucks
Toyota has issued an airbag recall covering certain Tacoma and Tundra pickup trucks after identifying a potential issue with replacement curtain airbag assemblies. The recall applies only to vehicles that received specific replacement parts, not to trucks equipped with their original factory-installed airbags. Toyota Airbag Recall Covers Replacement Parts According to the recall report published…
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Ford Ranger Diesel Engine Issue Affects Up to 140,000 Vehicles
A manufacturing issue affecting certain Ford Ranger and Ford Everest models equipped with a 3.0-liter turbo-diesel V6 engine has emerged in global markets. According to reports from Australia, Ford has acknowledged the problem, which can lead to engine oil leaks, and estimates that up to 140,000 vehicles were produced before a permanent manufacturing fix was…
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Why Diesel Sports Cars Like the Audi TT TDI Failed
Diesel-powered sports cars promised to combine driving enjoyment with impressive fuel economy, but the formula never gained widespread success. Models such as the Audi TT TDI and Mercedes-Benz SLC 250 CDI offered greater efficiency than their gasoline-powered counterparts, yet both ultimately struggled to win over enthusiasts and buyers. A Different Take on the Sports Car…
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Audi Eyes More Avant Wagons for the U.S. Market
Audi is exploring opportunities to expand its lineup of Avant station wagons in the United States, even as the company continues to prioritize crossover vehicles. Company executives say any expansion would depend on a viable business case, but Audi remains committed to offering enthusiast-focused vehicles alongside its SUV lineup. Audi Wants to Strengthen Its Wagon…
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Mazda Flagship Sports Car Could Join the MX-5 Lineup
Mazda is developing a flagship sports car that would sit above the MX-5, according to CEO Masahiro Moro. The proposed model would serve as a low-volume halo vehicle for the brand while allowing the MX-5 to continue as Mazda’s affordable, high-volume sports car. Mazda Plans a New Flagship Sports Car Mazda has long focused on…
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Ford F-150 Recall Adds to Brand’s Industry-Leading 2026 Total
Ford has issued a new recall affecting nearly 50,000 F-Series pickup trucks after identifying a software issue that may obstruct the rearview camera image on the infotainment display. The latest action brings Ford’s total number of recalls in 2026 to 63, more than double the total of the next-highest automaker, according to the information provided.…
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