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BMW EV Survey Reveals What U.S. Buyers Want Most
A new BMW EV survey reveals that American consumers want longer driving ranges, faster charging and lower prices, even though most report driving relatively short distances each day. Conducted by BMW Group North America, the survey highlights the gap between consumers’ range expectations and daily driving needs, while identifying purchase price as the biggest obstacle…
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Porsche Sales Fall 16% as Brand Shifts Focus to Profits
Porsche sales fell 16% worldwide during the first nine months of the year, with the automaker delivering 178,532 vehicles compared with 212,509 during the same period last year. Despite declining demand in several major markets, the company continues to see strong performance from its flagship sports cars as it shifts its strategy toward exclusivity, higher-value…
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Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid Recall Affects 31,000 SUVs
Toyota is recalling approximately 31,000 model-year 2026 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid vehicles in the United States because an electronic control unit (ECU) defect could cause the hybrid system to shut down while driving. The problem could result in a sudden loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash, particularly at higher speeds, as Toyota…
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Porsche 911 Strategy Targets New Models Amid 2026 Sales Slump
Porsche is looking to its iconic 911 lineup to help reverse a difficult sales performance in 2026, after global deliveries fell 16% during the first nine months of the year. The German automaker is planning more exclusive, high-performance 911 models as part of a broader strategy that also includes cost reductions, organizational changes and new…
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Honda Ladder-Frame Truck Could Arrive in 2028
Honda could enter the ladder-frame midsize truck market as early as 2028 with a rebadged Mitsubishi Triton, according to a report from Nikkei Asia. The planned pickup would target Southeast Asia and other markets, giving Honda a potential path into a segment dominated by traditional body-on-frame trucks without requiring the company to develop an entirely…
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Honda Hybrid: New System Name as 15 Models Are Planned
Honda has officially named its next-generation hybrid system Honda Hybrid, replacing the e:HEV designation as the automaker prepares to introduce 15 next-generation hybrid models worldwide by March 31, 2030. The new name is designed to make the technology’s value more intuitive for customers globally, while the system itself builds on existing components and control technologies…
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Polestar U.S. Sales Surge as 2027 Ban Approaches
Polestar is accelerating sales in the United States as the Swedish automaker prepares to stop selling new vehicles in the country starting in 2027 under a U.S. government ban. The company’s latest sales figures show 1% year-over-year growth in the third quarter and across the first nine months of the year, putting it close to…
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Subaru Crosstrek Rip Curl Edition Adds Surf-Ready Upgrades
The Subaru Crosstrek Rip Curl Edition brings a fresh take on the compact crossover with a collection of practical accessories designed for surfers and outdoor enthusiasts. Developed in collaboration with Australian surf brand Rip Curl, the special edition adds equipment for carrying surfboards, protecting the interior from sand and salt, and making beach trips more…
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Next-Generation Audi A8 May Move Production to Leipzig by 2030
Audi is preparing a major change for its flagship A8 luxury sedan, with a new report indicating that the next-generation model could be built in Leipzig beginning in 2030 at the earliest. The move would shift production away from the automaker’s traditional Neckarsulm facility and bring Porsche into the development picture as Volkswagen Group looks…
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Jaguar Type 01 SUV: What to Expect From the New Electric Model
The Jaguar Type 01 is ushering in a major transformation for the British luxury automaker, introducing a bold new design language, a new platform and an all-electric powertrain. But the sedan is only the beginning. Jaguar Managing Director Rawdon Glover has indicated that an SUV will be the next vehicle to adopt the brand’s new…
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