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Subaru Levorg Layback Hybrid Debuts as Japan’s Wagon-Style SUV
Subaru has released full specifications and pricing for the updated Levorg Layback Hybrid in Japan, expanding the lineup with a new electrified powertrain. The high-riding wagon, positioned between the Crosstrek and Forester, continues a formula that is no longer available in Subaru’s North American lineup. Subaru Expands the Levorg Layback Lineup While Subaru’s latest Outback…
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Range Rover SV Ultra and Restored Classic Head to Auction Together
Range Rover has unveiled a one-of-a-kind pairing that brings together its newest flagship and a meticulously restored 1993 Range Rover Classic. Created ahead of Monterey Car Week, the bespoke project will see the matching vehicles offered together as a single lot at RM Sotheby’s, showcasing the brand’s latest craftsmanship alongside one of its most recognizable…
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BMW Leads J.D. Power APEAL Study With Six Segment Wins
BMW delivered the strongest performance of any automaker in the latest J.D. Power APEAL Study, earning six segment victories across its lineup. The BMW X6 and BMW 7 Series also tied as the highest-ranked individual vehicles in the study, outperforming every other model sold in the United States regardless of price or vehicle class. BMW…
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Rare Mercedes-Benz 500 GE V8 AMG Sells for $143,000 at Auction
A rare Mercedes-Benz 500 GE V8 AMG has sold for $143,000 at an RM Sotheby’s auction, highlighting continued interest in one of the most limited and distinctive versions of the iconic G-Class. The vehicle is one of just 446 examples produced and features factory-requested customizations ordered by its original owner, Saudi Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz…
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GM Launches Cadillac Optiq Windshield Repair Program for Heat-Related Foam Seal Issue
General Motors has launched a customer satisfaction program to address a windshield foam-seal issue affecting a limited number of 2025 and 2026 Cadillac Optiq electric vehicles. The initiative follows reports that high temperatures may cause delamination of the windshield foam seal, with repairs and inspections provided at no cost to eligible owners. GM Issues Customer…
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BMW iX3 Range Figures Differ as China Lists Up to 571 Miles
The BMW iX3 continues to stand out for its driving range, with the global model already exceeding official expectations in independent testing. Now, newly published specifications in China list an even higher range for the Chinese-market version, although the figures are based on a different testing cycle. BMW iX3 Surpasses EPA Estimate in Independent Test…
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New Study Warns 2.2 Million Vehicles May Face Anti-Theft Risk
A new study from the University of California San Diego found that at least 2.2 million vehicles could be more vulnerable to theft because of a dealer-installed anti-theft device. Researchers said an attacker within Bluetooth range could connect to affected devices and unlock vehicle doors, raising concerns about the security of technology intended to prevent…
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Australia ADAS Rules to Require Lane-Keep Assist by 2029
Australia is moving ahead with sweeping new advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) requirements that will make active lane-keep assist and autonomous emergency braking (AEB) with cyclist detection mandatory on all new passenger and light-commercial vehicles imported into the country by March 2029. The move highlights a growing regulatory divide with the United States, where federal…
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Ford Expands Customization Program With New Factory-Backed Upgrades
Ford is expanding its investment in factory-backed customization as demand for aftermarket upgrades continues to grow among its customers. The automaker says more than half of Ford owners customize their vehicles in some way, prompting the company to strengthen its lineup of genuine accessories, performance parts, and turnkey upgrade packages. The expanded effort brings together…
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Ready To Rock Book Chronicles RTR’s Rise From Racing to Ford Partnership
Ready To Rock, a new book co-written by Vaughn Gittin Jr. and Mike Spinelli, traces the evolution of RTR from its founding in 2009 to its current position in the automotive aftermarket. Spanning 256 pages and featuring photography from leading automotive photographers, the book explores the company’s journey through racing, vehicle development, and its expanding…
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