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Honda Confirms New Mitsubishi-Based Pickup for 2028
Honda has confirmed plans to develop a new body-on-frame pickup truck in collaboration with Mitsubishi, marking an expansion of its truck lineup in Southeast Asia. The new Honda pickup will be based on the Mitsubishi Triton and is scheduled to go on sale in the ASEAN market in 2028, although there is no indication that…
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BMW Patent Could Turn Door Handles Into MicroLED Displays
BMW is exploring a new way to redesign one of the simplest parts of a vehicle: the door handle. A newly published patent describes a concept that would integrate a MicroLED display into the handle, potentially allowing it to show locking status, animated lighting effects and the BMW logo while incorporating fingerprint recognition for keyless…
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Ford F-150 Lightning Savings: One Year of Driving for $450
The Ford F-150 Lightning is delivering significant fuel-cost savings for some owners, with one driver reporting that a year of home charging cost roughly the same as a single month of gasoline for a previously owned F-150 Raptor. The owner previously spent about $450 a month on gas but says that amount now covers an…
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Mazda CX-70 Future in Doubt as Sales Trail CX-90
The Mazda CX-70 could face an uncertain future as sales continue to lag behind the larger CX-90, raising questions about the need for two closely related midsize SUVs in the automaker’s lineup. A report suggests Mazda could introduce two-row versions of the CX-90 for the 2027 model year, potentially making the CX-70 redundant. Mazda has…
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2026 Toyota RAV4 Safety Ratings Fall Short in One Key Test
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 has delivered strong results in most safety evaluations, but one crash-test weakness has kept the redesigned compact SUV from earning a top safety award. Both the standard hybrid and the RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid performed well in several tests, but their results in the moderate overlap front crash test fell short of…
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Mercedes Coupe SUVs Thrive as Traditional Coupes Decline
Mercedes-Benz says coupe-style SUVs remain popular with buyers, even as traditional two-door coupes continue to disappear from automakers’ lineups. The trend highlights demand for vehicles that combine spacious interiors with sporty driving dynamics, while the number of conventional coupes offered by Mercedes has declined over the past decade. Mercedes Coupe SUVs Continue to Attract Buyers…
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Subaru WRX Manual Teaser Hints at a Major Upgrade
Subaru has launched a teaser campaign for a new WRX with a manual transmission, promising to carry the model’s legacy into its next era. The Japanese automaker has released a single image and scheduled the car’s reveal for November, but it has not yet clarified exactly what will change. Subaru’s New WRX May Keep the…
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EU 2035 Combustion Car Ban Faces Major Proposed Changes
The European Union could ease its planned 2035 vehicle emissions rules, allowing combustion-powered cars to remain on the market under a revised proposal from France and Germany. The plan would require a 90% reduction in vehicle emissions from 2021 levels rather than a complete ban on combustion cars, while removing the requirement to offset the…
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Ford Bronco ORV Package Adds Off-Road Upgrades for $18,995
Ford is offering a new ORV Package for the 2025 and 2026 Bronco, combining off-road suspension, protective equipment, lighting and styling upgrades for $18,995. The limited-edition package is available for select four-door Bronco trims and provides a coordinated way to enhance off-road capability without purchasing individual components separately. The package includes FOX off-road suspension, protective…
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2027 Mazda CX-3 to Replace Mazda2 as Entry-Level SUV
Mazda is preparing to replace the long-running Mazda2 with a next-generation CX-3, shifting its entry-level lineup toward compact SUVs. The new Mazda CX-3 is targeted for introduction in Japan and ASEAN markets in 2027, with production expected to take place in Thailand. The move marks a change in Mazda’s approach to affordable small vehicles, with…
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