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New Car Preview: 2025 Volvo EX30
Feb 10, 2025 Ξ

New Car Preview: 2025 Volvo EX30

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Volvo’s smallest electric crossover, the EX30, made waves in 2024 with an impressive 98,100 sales in its first year. Now, the Swedish automaker is doubling down on its success with  Full Article »

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Ford Braces for Even Bigger EV Losses in 2025 but Stays the Course
Feb 7, 2025 Ξ

Ford Braces for Even Bigger EV Losses in 2025 but Stays the Course

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Ford’s electrification push is proving to be a costly endeavor, with its Model e division expected to lose between $5 billion and $5.5 billion in 2025. That’s an even steeper  Full Article »

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Nissan Scraps $60 Billion Merger Talks with Honda, Raising Questions About Its Future
Feb 5, 2025 Ξ

Nissan Scraps $60 Billion Merger Talks with Honda, Raising Questions About Its Future

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In a major shakeup for the Japanese automotive industry, Nissan has decided to walk away from merger talks with Honda, according to sources familiar with the matter. The proposed $60  Full Article »

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How President Trump’s Tariffs on Canada and Mexico Could Reshape the U.S. Auto Industry
Feb 3, 2025 Ξ

How President Trump’s Tariffs on Canada and Mexico Could Reshape the U.S. Auto Industry

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President Donald Trump has once again turned to tariffs as a policy tool, this time targeting automobile imports from Canada and Mexico with a 25% levy, alongside a 10% tariff  Full Article »

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Is the Gas-Powered Dodge Charger Sixpack Enough to Save the Brand?
Jan 31, 2025 Ξ

Is the Gas-Powered Dodge Charger Sixpack Enough to Save the Brand?

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Dodge has officially confirmed that the gas-powered Charger Sixpack will hit dealerships by summer 2025, but is it really the answer to the brand’s struggles? With sales plummeting and an  Full Article »

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Lexus Rides the Wave with the Surf LX Concept SUV and Multi-Year WSL Partnership
Jan 29, 2025 Ξ

Lexus Rides the Wave with the Surf LX Concept SUV and Multi-Year WSL Partnership

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Lexus is taking its passion for luxury and adventure to the ocean with the introduction of the Lexus Surf LX Concept, a one-of-a-kind SUV designed for the ultimate coastal lifestyle.  Full Article »

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Sean Duffy Confirmed as Transportation Secretary and What It Means for the Future of American Roads
Jan 28, 2025 Ξ

Sean Duffy Confirmed as Transportation Secretary and What It Means for the Future of American Roads

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Sean Duffy’s confirmation as Transportation Secretary marks a pivotal moment for the automotive industry and the future of transportation in the United States. With bipartisan Senate approval and a mandate  Full Article »

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Kia Recalls 80,000 Niro Models Over Unexpected Airbag Deployment Risks
Jan 27, 2025 Ξ

Kia Recalls 80,000 Niro Models Over Unexpected Airbag Deployment Risks

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Kia is issuing a recall affecting 80,225 Niro models in the United States due to concerns over airbag safety. The recall includes 2023–2025 Kia Niro EV, Niro Hybrid, and Niro  Full Article »

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2025 Tesla Model Y Juniper Lands in the U.S. with Improved Range and a Higher Price
Jan 24, 2025 Ξ

2025 Tesla Model Y Juniper Lands in the U.S. with Improved Range and a Higher Price

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Tesla’s refreshed 2025 Model Y Juniper is officially heading to U.S. shores in March 2025, bringing a host of updates that include extended range, faster performance, and a striking new  Full Article »

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Edmunds Reveals Their Top Rated Vehicle Awards for 2025
Jan 22, 2025 Ξ

Edmunds Reveals Their Top Rated Vehicle Awards for 2025

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Every year, the team at Edmunds evaluates the best vehicles on the market to determine the top picks in several key categories. For 2025, the Edmunds Top Rated Awards highlight  Full Article »

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German Carmakers Warn That Trump’s Tariff Threats Could Hurt U.S. Consumers and the Auto Industry
Jan 21, 2025 Ξ

German Carmakers Warn That Trump’s Tariff Threats Could Hurt U.S. Consumers and the Auto Industry

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In a bold statement that highlights the far-reaching consequences of global trade policy, Germany’s automotive industry voiced its concerns over former U.S. President Donald Trump’s threatened tariffs on automotive imports.  Full Article »

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The Acura RSX is Returning As an Electric Crossover
Jan 15, 2025 Ξ

The Acura RSX is Returning As an Electric Crossover

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Acura has been on a roll reviving iconic names from its history, with the Integra making its triumphant return as a sporty hatchback and the ZDX reimagined as the brand’s  Full Article »

Aston Martin

New Car Preview: 2026 Aston Martin Vantage Roadster
Jan 14, 2025 Ξ

New Car Preview: 2026 Aston Martin Vantage Roadster

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Aston Martin is back to remind us why it sits at the pinnacle of automotive design and engineering, this time with the 2026 Vantage Roadster. Building on the success of  Full Article »

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BMW Finally Says Goodbye to Gesture Controls
Jan 13, 2025 Ξ

BMW Finally Says Goodbye to Gesture Controls

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BMW has officially bid farewell to its gesture controls with the debut of its next-generation infotainment system, Panoramic iDrive. Unveiled at CES 2025 as part of the automaker’s “Neue Klasse”  Full Article »

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2025 Tesla Model Y Juniper Debuts with New Styling, Improved Performance, and Extended Range
Jan 10, 2025 Ξ

2025 Tesla Model Y Juniper Debuts with New Styling, Improved Performance, and Extended Range

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Tesla has unveiled the mid-cycle refresh of its popular Model Y, codenamed “Juniper,” in China. While the updates are currently exclusive to the Chinese market, the highly anticipated refresh provides  Full Article »

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