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Stellantis has confirmed that the next-generation Opel Astra will be produced at Opel’s historic manufacturing plant in Rüsselsheim, Germany, reinforcing the company’s long-term commitment to its h...
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Bolt, Pony.ai and Stellantis have joined forces to launch a new autonomous mobility pilot program in Luxembourg, marking a significant step toward the future deployment of driverless transportation...
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Chinese automotive giant BYD has set an ambitious new target: becoming the world’s largest automaker within the next five years.Already the world’s biggest electric vehicle manufacturer by sales, B...
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It’s been 15 years since Mercury dropped off the face of the Earth. It was originally part of Ford Motor Company’s quest to offer a car in a price class between Ford and Lincoln-Zephyr, tho...
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The Luxeed RX aims to steal some of the thunder from Xiaomi’s popular YU7. Luxeed will offer a dual-motor version of the RX, pumping out a combined 586 hp. The company claims ...
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The carmaker’s new flagship sedan has two electric motors with 764 hp. BYD says the range-focused RWD model can drive 626 miles (1,008 km) on a charge. A plug-in hybrid versio...
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As electricity demand accelerates and AI-powered data centers place increasing pressure on power grids, General Motors is expanding its battery strategy beyond electric vehicles. The automaker has ...
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BYD is accelerating its European expansion with the launch of its first ultra-fast Flash Charging stations in Europe, marking a major step in the company’s efforts to reshape the EV charging landsc...
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Ford is recalling more than 548,000 Expeditions over peeling chrome trim. The defect can create razor-sharp edges capable of cutting occupants. Automaker says it’s aware of 65...
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GM may limit LFP tech to data storage and use LMR batteries for its EVs. Lithium manganese-rich batteries offer a similar range to LFP but cost less. A Silverado EV with LMR b...
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Police in Virginia are warning drivers about a potential new scam. They claimed people are tampering with fuel pumps to get free gas. Snopes calls it a “hoax,” but the town sa...
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A BMW dealer blamed an AI chatbot for a $7,000 pricing mistake. The customer says he never knew he was negotiating with AI. After media scrutiny, the dealership honored the or...
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Like the current Corvette, the next-generation model will be mid-engined. The future of Corvette design was previewed last year with the CX concept. AI helps GM designers brin...
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Volvo is working on another round of major updates for the XC40. A second facelift is expected in 2027, bringing fresh styling cues. Prototypes confirm combustion engines rema...
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Average new-vehicle transaction prices slipped to $49,220 in May. Several of the market’s most popular segments still posted price gains. High-end luxury car transaction price...
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New Sinister Package adds black 21-inch wheels, dark-edged ST badges. The $1,695 bundle on MY27 Explorer also includes amber running lights. Power comes from the same 400 hp b...
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As we continue to celebrate The Mother Road’s 100th birthday, I wanted to share the story of a service station that was established the same year as our beloved Route 66. While once a hub for fuel ...
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When you go to a car show, what do you typically see? I’ll guess: gorgeous lines, candy paint, glistening tires, and people taking pictures on their phones. Let’s not overlook the other machines th...