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Lexus HZ Name Could be Future Electric Vehicle to Join Lineup, Fully Zero-Emission Fleet by 2030
Nov 21, 2023 Ξ

Lexus HZ Name Could be Future Electric Vehicle to Join Lineup, Fully Zero-Emission Fleet by 2030

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Lexus is actively expanding its electric vehicle (EV) lineup, with recent trademark filings suggesting that one of its upcoming EVs might be named the HZ. The company submitted trademark applications  Full Article »

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Toyota Financial to Pay $60 Million for Illegal Lending, Tarnishing Credit Reports
Nov 20, 2023 Ξ

Toyota Financial to Pay $60 Million for Illegal Lending, Tarnishing Credit Reports

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Toyota Financial, specifically its U.S.-based lending arm, Toyota Motor Credit, has agreed to pay $60 million to settle charges brought by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). The allegations involve  Full Article »

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European BMW M2, M3, & M4 Get Center-Locking Wheel Option, USA Vehicles Could See Option Soon
Nov 20, 2023 Ξ

European BMW M2, M3, & M4 Get Center-Locking Wheel Option, USA Vehicles Could See Option Soon

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BMW M enthusiasts in Europe now have an exciting option to enhance the performance and aesthetics of their M2, M3, and M4 models, as BMW introduces a new center-locking wheel  Full Article »

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GM’s Cruise Robo-Taxi CEO Resigns Amid Safety Review
Nov 20, 2023 Ξ

GM’s Cruise Robo-Taxi CEO Resigns Amid Safety Review

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The CEO of General Motors’ autonomous vehicle unit, Cruise, Kyle Vogt, has resigned amid a safety review of the company’s U.S. fleet. Vogt’s departure came a day after he issued  Full Article »

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UAW Ratifies Contracts with all Detroit 3 Automakers
Nov 18, 2023 Ξ

UAW Ratifies Contracts with all Detroit 3 Automakers

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The United Auto Workers (UAW) has successfully ratified contracts with all three major Detroit automakers, namely Stellantis, Ford, and General Motors. However, the level of support for the contracts varied  Full Article »

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Hyundai and Kia See Strong Demand for EVs Despite Inflation Challenges and Rival Concerns
Nov 18, 2023 Ξ

Hyundai and Kia See Strong Demand for EVs Despite Inflation Challenges and Rival Concerns

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Hyundai and Kia are experiencing robust demand for electric vehicles (EVs) in the United States, according to senior executives who spoke to Reuters ahead of the Los Angeles Auto Show.  Full Article »

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Honda Issues Recall on Nearly 250,000 Vehicles from 2015 to 2020 Over Serious Engine Defect
Nov 17, 2023 Ξ

Honda Issues Recall on Nearly 250,000 Vehicles from 2015 to 2020 Over Serious Engine Defect

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Honda has issued a recall affecting nearly 250,000 vehicles produced between 2015 and 2020 due to a significant engine defect that poses the risk of serious damage. The recall specifically  Full Article »

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Hyundai, Kia to Face Insurers’ Lawsuits over Media-Inspired Vehicle Thefts
Nov 17, 2023 Ξ

Hyundai, Kia to Face Insurers’ Lawsuits over Media-Inspired Vehicle Thefts

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Hyundai and Kia are set to face lawsuits filed by several hundred insurers seeking to recover over $1 billion in connection with a wave of vehicle thefts inspired by social  Full Article »

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New Fisker Pear EV Crossover Showcased at LA Auto Show Ready for Production
Nov 17, 2023 Ξ

New Fisker Pear EV Crossover Showcased at LA Auto Show Ready for Production

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Fisker, the fresh-focused electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, unveiled its latest creation, the Fisker Pear EV Crossover, at the LA Auto Show. The production-ready model of the Fisker Pear is expected  Full Article »

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U.S. Lawmakers Raising Concerns Over Self-Driving Test Data-Collection by Chinese Companies
Nov 17, 2023 Ξ

U.S. Lawmakers Raising Concerns Over Self-Driving Test Data-Collection by Chinese Companies

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A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers has expressed growing apprehension regarding the data-collection practices of Chinese companies testing self-driving vehicles in the United States. The concerns were articulated in letters  Full Article »

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2024 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Finalist Announced
Nov 16, 2023 Ξ

2024 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Finalist Announced

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The finalists for the 2024 North American Car, Truck, and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Awards have been unveiled at the prestigious Los Angeles Auto Show. The culmination of  Full Article »

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2025 Lucid Gravity SUV Introduced with up to 440-Mile Range and Under $80K Starting Price
Nov 16, 2023 Ξ

2025 Lucid Gravity SUV Introduced with up to 440-Mile Range and Under $80K Starting Price

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In what may be a milestone for the electric vehicle market, Lucid Motors has unveiled its highly anticipated SUV, the Gravity, scheduled for production in late 2024. The all-electric luxury  Full Article »

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Redwood Materials Signs Long-Term Contract to Supply and Recycle Hybrid Batteries for Toyota
Nov 16, 2023 Ξ

Redwood Materials Signs Long-Term Contract to Supply and Recycle Hybrid Batteries for Toyota

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Redwood Materials has recently inked a long-term contract to supply Toyota Motor with recycled materials, catering to the Japanese automaker’s ambitious $13.9 billion electric vehicle (EV) battery plant in North  Full Article »

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UAW Deal with GM, Detroit 3 Automakers Close to Getting Final Stamp of Approval
Nov 16, 2023 Ξ

UAW Deal with GM, Detroit 3 Automakers Close to Getting Final Stamp of Approval

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The tentative labor deal between General Motors (GM) and the United Auto Workers (UAW) union is approaching ratification, signaling a significant step in labor relations within the automotive industry. As  Full Article »

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Mercedes-Benz Poised to Change EV Charging Game Launching First Charging Hub in North America with Premium Experience
Nov 15, 2023 Ξ

Mercedes-Benz Poised to Change EV Charging Game Launching First Charging Hub in North America with Premium Experience

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Mercedes-Benz wants to revolutionize the electric vehicle (EV) charging landscape in North America with the launch of its first Charging Hub at the Mercedes-Benz USA Headquarters in Sandy Springs, Georgia.  Full Article »

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