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2024 Volkswagen Atlas & Atlas Cross Sport Earn Top Safety Pick+ Awards from IIHS
Nov 9, 2023 Ξ

2024 Volkswagen Atlas & Atlas Cross Sport Earn Top Safety Pick+ Awards from IIHS

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In a remarkable achievement for the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport in the area of safety, both models have clinched the prestigious Top Safety Pick+ awards from the  Full Article »

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Ford Mustang California Special Returns for 2024
Nov 9, 2023 Ξ

Ford Mustang California Special Returns for 2024

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Ford is reviving the California Special package for the Mustang in 2024, bringing a fresh wave of style and design to this iconic American muscle car. This reintroduction showcases Ford’s  Full Article »

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GM & Stellantis Among Investors in $33M Company Producing Magnets without use of Rare Earth Metals
Nov 9, 2023 Ξ

GM & Stellantis Among Investors in $33M Company Producing Magnets without use of Rare Earth Metals

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General Motors (GM) and Stellantis, two major automotive manufacturers, are part of a group of investors who have collectively injected $33 million into a Minnesota-based company called Niron Magnetics. Niron  Full Article »

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Lucid Motors Latest Financial Results Show They Lost Over $430K Per Each Vehicle Sold in Q3 2023
Nov 8, 2023 Ξ

Lucid Motors Latest Financial Results Show They Lost Over $430K Per Each Vehicle Sold in Q3 2023

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In the third quarter of 2023 Lucid Motors faced some financial challenges as it looks like they are losing 6-figures for every vehicle they sold during such a time. According  Full Article »

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Ken Block’s Final Gymkhana ‘Electrikhana 2’ Coming Soon as Bittersweet Farewell to his Legendary Hooning
Nov 8, 2023 Ξ

Ken Block’s Final Gymkhana ‘Electrikhana 2’ Coming Soon as Bittersweet Farewell to his Legendary Hooning

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Ken Block was a legendary driver that automotive enthusiasts and motorsports fans grew to love and enjoy his passion and entertaining aspects of driving like a hoon. Before his untimely  Full Article »

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Rivian Boosts Production Target Despite EV Demand Fears
Nov 8, 2023 Ξ

Rivian Boosts Production Target Despite EV Demand Fears

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Rivian Automotive, the American electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, recently announced an optimistic production forecast for the year, raising it by 2,000 vehicles to a total of 54,000 units. This move  Full Article »

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Lucid Motors Adopts Tesla NACS Giving Future Owners Access to Supercharger Network
Nov 7, 2023 Ξ

Lucid Motors Adopts Tesla NACS Giving Future Owners Access to Supercharger Network

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Lucid Motors has just made a significant announcement in the world of electric vehicles (EVs). The company has decided to embrace the North American Charging Standard (NACS), a pivotal move  Full Article »

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New Car Preview: 2025 Ram 1500
Nov 7, 2023 Ξ

New Car Preview: 2025 Ram 1500

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Ram has unveiled its 2025 Ram 1500 pickup, introducing several noteworthy changes to its flagship truck model. The latest iteration of the Ram 1500 boasts updates in powertrain options, design,  Full Article »

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Toyota Reaches Historic Milestone of Producing 300 Million Cars in 88 Years
Nov 6, 2023 Ξ

Toyota Reaches Historic Milestone of Producing 300 Million Cars in 88 Years

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Toyota, with a well-established rich history that originated out of Japan, recently achieved a historic milestone by reaching the production of 300 million cars. This historic achievement comes 88 years  Full Article »

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Tesla Cybertruck Makes Appearance in Matte Black Vinyl Wrap, Could be Factory Option
Nov 6, 2023 Ξ

Tesla Cybertruck Makes Appearance in Matte Black Vinyl Wrap, Could be Factory Option

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A Tesla Cybertruck sporting a matte black finish recently made an unexpected appearance at a Teslas & Coffee event held in Santa Monica, California. This appearance marked a departure from  Full Article »

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Dealer Survey Reveals Toyota is Most Trusted Brand, Ford is Least Trusted
Nov 6, 2023 Ξ

Dealer Survey Reveals Toyota is Most Trusted Brand, Ford is Least Trusted

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According to a recent Kerrigan Dealer Survey, trust in automotive brands among dealers varies significantly, with Toyota emerging as the most trusted brand and Ford being ranked as the least  Full Article »

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Report: U.S. Auto Sales Take a Hit from High Prices and UAW Strike Impact
Nov 6, 2023 Ξ

Report: U.S. Auto Sales Take a Hit from High Prices and UAW Strike Impact

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The U.S. auto industry is experiencing a slowdown in retail demand for new vehicles, primarily attributed to high interest rates and elevated prices. Despite some rebounding in inventories and incentives,  Full Article »

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BMW XM Returns to Set New Pikes Peak Record for Hybrid Electric SUVs
Nov 3, 2023 Ξ

BMW XM Returns to Set New Pikes Peak Record for Hybrid Electric SUVs

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As hideous as it may look to some, the BMW XM is a beast and can hustle like the business like it did at Pikes Peak to set a new  Full Article »

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UAW Plans to Expand Agenda Targeting Toyota, Tesla, and Other Non-Union Automakers
Nov 2, 2023 Ξ

UAW Plans to Expand Agenda Targeting Toyota, Tesla, and Other Non-Union Automakers

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The United Auto Workers (UAW) are embarking on an ambitious campaign to expand their influence beyond the Detroit Three automakers, signaling their intent to organize workers at nonunion auto factories,  Full Article »


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Mercedes Could have 1,000 Horsepower 4-door Electric Supercar in 2025
Nov 2, 2023 Ξ

Mercedes Could have 1,000 Horsepower 4-door Electric Supercar in 2025

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Mercedes-AMG, fundamentally known as the high-performance outfit for Mercedes, is swiftly making the transition to an electric future. The AMG division, which has a history of thrashing hand-built V-8 and  Full Article »

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