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The Regular Vantage Has Four Exhaust Pipes, This Prototype Has Eight
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Summary: Spy shots reveal Aston Martin testing a track-focused Vantage prototype at the Nurburgring, featuring eight exhaust pipes and a fixed rear wing. The harder-edged version likely uses the AMG twin-turbo V8 with enhanced suspension, potentially reviving the RS or AMR nameplate within two years.
Brands mentioned: Aston Martin, AMG |
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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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She Said The Supra Made Her Go 125 MPH, Her 0.23 BAC Probably Didn’t Help
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Summary: A Florida woman was caught driving a Toyota GR Supra at 125 mph in a 50 mph zone. She claimed the sports car made speeding acceptable. Her blood alcohol content was 0.23, nearly three times the legal limit. She faces DUI, speeding, and aggressive driving charges under Florida’s Super Speeder law.
Brands mentioned: Toyota, BMW |
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Honda Recalls 440,000 Vehicles For Faulty Airbags
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Summary: Honda recalls 440,830 Odyssey minivans from 2018-2022 due to faulty curtain airbags that unexpectedly deploy over potholes and road debris. The SRS software misinterprets certain inputs as side impacts. Dealers will reprogram or replace the airbag control unit.
Brands mentioned: Honda |
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Jensen Interceptor Returning Soon as the GTX—and Here’s Your First Look
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Summary: Jensen International Automotive is reviving the iconic Interceptor nameplate with the all-new GTX, a hand-built, clean-sheet coupe powered by a custom V8. Debuting in Q2 2026, it features an aluminium chassis and body, targeting collectors seeking pure analogue performance without hybrid or electric technology.
Brands mentioned: Jensen |
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VW Finally Brings Buttons Back for Real in a Car You Can’t Buy: TDS
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Summary: Volkswagen’s new ID 3 Neo EV features physical buttons instead of touchscreens, addressing customer feedback, though it won’t be sold in the US. Honda recalls 440,000 Odyssey minivans for airbag issues, whilst Ionna expands EV charging infrastructure with Circle K partnerships.
Brands mentioned: Volkswagen, Honda, BMW, Circle K, CATL, SAIC-GM-Wuling, BYD, Jensen |
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Ford CEO Doesn’t Want Chinese Cars to Enter the U.S. Market
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Summary: Ford CEO Jim Farley warns that Chinese automakers pose an existential threat to the U.S. auto industry, citing their state-backed support, aggressive pricing, and rapid EV development. He fears Chinese brands could enter via Canada, whilst legacy automakers like Toyota and Honda are adapting their strategies to compete.
Brands mentioned: Ford, BYD, Toyota, Honda, Nissan |
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The Cars Banned From Nebraska Car Show Aren’t Mustangs, They’re Nissans
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Summary: Omaha’s Supercar Saturday car show has banned all Nissan and Infiniti VQ-platform vehicles following repeated incidents involving reckless driving. The organiser cited safety concerns and recurring accidents involving models like the 350Z, 370Z, and various Infiniti sedans, opting for targeted restrictions rather than cancelling the event entirely.
Brands mentioned: Nissan, Infiniti, Mazda, Ford |
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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 |