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Best Ways To Improve Gas Mileage Without Buying A New Car
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Summary: Improve fuel economy without buying a new car through routine maintenance, removing excess weight and roof racks, maintaining proper tyre pressure, driving steadily, using cruise control on highways, and adopting calm driving habits. Avoid overinflating tyres and unnecessary engine shutdowns.
Brands mentioned: Honda, Jeep, Nissan, Mercedes, Google, MythBusters |
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Lucid’s New CEO Has Lots Of Experience… With Elevators
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Summary: Lucid Motors appointed Silvio Napoli, former CEO of elevator company Schindler Group, as its new chief executive. The luxury EV maker simultaneously announced over $1 billion in fresh funding, including $550 million from Saudi Arabia’s PIF and a $200 million Uber investment boost, bringing their total to $500 million.
Brands mentioned: Lucid, Ford, Schindler, Uber |
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Nearly Half A Million Hondas Have A Serious Airbag Problem
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Summary: Honda is recalling 441,000 Odyssey minivans from 2018-2020 due to faulty airbag programming that can cause unintended deployment when hitting potholes or road debris. The issue, under investigation since 2017, has resulted in 25 injury reports. Honda will reprogram the airbag control software at dealerships.
Brands mentioned: Honda |
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The Budget-Priced Japanese Car With A Porsche-Developed Engine
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Summary: The Suzuki Verona was a budget-priced mid-sized sedan sold in the US from 2005-2007, featuring a Porsche-co-developed 2.5-litre straight-six engine and Italdesign styling. Despite its engineering pedigree, poor sales led to its discontinuation as Suzuki eventually exited the American automotive market in 2013.
Brands mentioned: Suzuki, Porsche, Italdesign, Volkswagen, Toyota, Honda, Ford, Chevrolet, Daewoo, Formosa, GM |
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Reborn Jensen Interceptor Gets An Iconic Muscle Car Name, But It’s No Restomod
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Summary: Jensen Motors is reviving the iconic Interceptor as the GTX, an ultra-high-performance grand tourer featuring a hand-built aluminium body, bespoke V8 engine, and analogue driving experience. Debuting soon in the UK under Jensen International Group, the new model honours the original 1966-1976 British classic whilst offering modern performance and styling.
Brands mentioned: Jensen, Plymouth, Jaguar, Aston Martin, Bentley, Austin Healey, Chrysler, Porsche, TVR, Bitter, Ineos, Land Rover |
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Cheaping Out On Regular Gas Could Have Unforeseen Consequences
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Summary: Fuel quality depends on octane ratings and engine design. Premium gas suits high-performance engines, whilst regular fuel suffices for most vehicles. Always follow manufacturer recommendations to avoid engine damage and maximise performance without wasting money.
Brands mentioned: Mazda, Mercedes, McLaren, Sunoco, Ferrari, Chevrolet, Toyota, Cadillac, BMW, Porsche, Ford |
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Ford And Cosworth Created The Angriest 9,000 RPM NA Four-Cylinder Engine Ever Made
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Summary: Ford and Cosworth Engineering created the legendary BDA engine in the late 1960s, a high-revving 16-valve four-cylinder that dominated rallying and racing. Its aggressive character stemmed from engineering focused on extreme RPM performance, delivering up to 140 horsepower per litre and earning its ‘angry’ reputation through raw sound and demanding driving experience.
Brands mentioned: Ford, Cosworth, Lotus, BMW, Chevron |
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Kia’s First Ladder-Frame Pickup Truck Is Not What People Wanted
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Summary: Kia’s new Tasman mid-size truck has struggled in Australia, selling only 4,196 units in its first year against the Ford Ranger’s 56,555. High pricing, unproven status, modest engine power, and awkward styling have hindered uptake, though the vehicle offers competitive towing capacity. Kia plans a US launch by 2030.
Brands mentioned: Kia, Ford, Chevrolet, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Hyundai, Genesis, BYD |
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Here’s Why This Honda Could Be The Best Used Midsize SUV You Can Buy
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Summary: The 2018 Honda Pilot stands out as an excellent used midsize SUV, earning IIHS Top Safety Pick and NHTSA five-star ratings. Its 3.5-litre V6 engine, Honda Sensing safety suite, and reliable J-Series motor make it dependable and affordable, with average maintenance costs of $392 annually.
Brands mentioned: Honda, Toyota, Chevrolet |
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Nissan’s Future Is Full Of V6 Engines
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Summary: Nissan is committing to V6 engines for its upcoming body-on-frame vehicles and D-segment SUVs, bucking the industry trend towards turbocharged four-cylinders. The 2028 Xterra and new Frontier will feature hybrid and non-hybrid V6 options, offering smoother operation and refinement advantages over competitors’ smaller engines.
Brands mentioned: Nissan, GM, Toyota, Ford, Chevy, GMC, Jeep, Honda, Infiniti, Mazda, Dodge, Hyundai, Kia |