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Toyota Sienna Hybrid Recall Affects 228,367 Minivans
The Toyota Sienna Hybrid recall affects 228,367 seven-seat minivans over a potentially dangerous second-row seat defect that could cause seatbacks to become unsecured during a crash. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says the recall, identified as 26V690, covers vehicles manufactured between September 16, 2021, and July 20, 2026, across model years 2022-2026. The…
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Honda Engine Failure: Automaker Covers $25,000 Repair
Honda has agreed to replace the engine in a 2017 Honda Pilot owned by the Shea family at no cost after initially refusing to cover a nearly $25,000 repair. The decision followed media attention and intervention by two elected officials, as federal regulators continue investigating connecting rod bearing failures affecting approximately 1.4 million Honda and…
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BMW iX3 Highlights New Cabin Air Quality Technology
BMW is bringing decades of research into cabin odors and air quality to its Neue Klasse lineup, beginning with the long-wheelbase iX3 for China. The electric SUV combines low-emission interior materials with advanced air filtration and automated air-management features designed to help reduce exposure to polluted outside air. The German automaker has spent more than…
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BMW AFW Technology Surpasses 1 Million Driverless Car Movements
BMW has surpassed one million driverless vehicle movements using its Automated Driving In-Plant (AFW) technology, marking a major milestone in the automaker’s efforts to digitize factory operations. The system is now active at four production facilities across Europe, allowing new vehicles to move through designated manufacturing and logistics areas without a driver behind the wheel.…
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2027 Kia EV9 Prices Rise as Land Trim Gains More Torque
The 2027 Kia EV9 brings modest price increases and targeted upgrades as Kia continues to compete in America’s three-row electric SUV market. The biggest changes affect the EV9 Land, which gains more torque and makes the previously optional Nightfall Edition Package standard, while the rest of the lineup receives relatively minor pricing adjustments. 2027 Kia…
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Avengers Acura NSX Roadster Concept Heads to Auction
An Acura NSX Roadster Concept featured in the 2012 Marvel film The Avengers is heading to auction, giving collectors an opportunity to own a vehicle associated with Tony Stark, played by Robert Downey Jr. The concept car has been listed on Cars & Bids by Acura, with 100% of the winning bid proceeds set to…
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Scout Motors Direct Sales Lawsuit Moves Forward in California
Scout Motors has suffered another legal setback in its effort to sell vehicles directly to consumers, as a California federal court has rejected a request from the Volkswagen-backed startup and Volkswagen Group of America to dismiss a lawsuit challenging its planned sales model. Chief Judge Cynthia Bashant of the U.S. District Court for the Southern…
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Next-Gen Toyota GR86 Could Get a New 2.0-Liter Engine
Toyota could take a new direction with its next-generation GR86 by replacing the current Subaru-developed boxer engine with an in-house 2.0-liter inline-four. A concept car undergoing testing in Japan is equipped with Toyota’s G20E engine, suggesting the automaker is exploring a new powertrain for its lightweight sports car while potentially preserving its naturally aspirated character.…
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Ford Maverick Recall Investigation Raises Camera Safety Concerns
Ford is facing a new investigation into whether a previous recall successfully fixed rearview camera problems in the Maverick pickup. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is reviewing approximately 273,301 Ford Maverick and Maverick Hybrid trucks from the 2022–2024 model years after reports alleged that rearview camera images could freeze even after the original…
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GM Engine Patent Reveals New Variable Compression Technology
General Motors is exploring another way to improve internal-combustion engine efficiency through a newly published patent describing a design that can vary compression ratios and extend the expansion of combustion gases. The concept could offer a new approach to improving engine performance and fuel economy, although GM has not announced plans to put the technology…
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