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Ford Issues Recall for 288,000 Explorer SUVs Over Roof Trim Detaching at Highway Speeds
Ford Motor Company has announced a recall affecting more than 288,000 Explorer sport utility vehicles after reports of roof trim pieces flying off while the vehicles are in motion. The issue, which has prompted federal safety regulators to…
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This 1987 Nissan 300ZX Is a Time Capsule on Wheels - But Is It Worth $8,500?
A red velour interior, T-tops, a digital dashboard, and a five-speed manual. If you’re craving a blast of 1980s nostalgia, this 1987 Nissan 300ZX delivers it in spades. The seller, a former commercial pilot, claims the car has been treated…
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Why Your Mercedes S500’s Alternator Charges Only Once - Then Quits
A curious electrical problem is stumping owners of the Mercedes S500 with the M273 engine, and it’s one that doesn’t fit the usual pattern. The alternator works perfectly on the first start of the day, charging the battery without issue…
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MG Issues Safety Recall for S5 EV Over Fire Hazard
MG has announced a recall for its S5 EV model after identifying a defect that could lead to a battery fire. The issue, traced to a manufacturing flaw in certain battery packs, poses a risk of thermal runaway under specific charging…
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Cybertruck Torn in Half as Runaway Moving Truck Triggers 10-Car Maryland Pileup
A Tesla Cybertruck was literally ripped in two during a chaotic chain-reaction crash in Silver Spring, Maryland, over the weekend. The incident began when a moving truck reportedly lost control and slammed into a line of traffic, setting…
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Electric Vehicles Overtake Gas and Diesel in Germany for the First Time
In a historic shift for Europe’s largest auto market, all-electric cars outsold both gasoline and diesel vehicles in Germany last month for the very first time. According to fresh registration data, battery-electric vehicles (BEVs)…
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Why a Used Mazda CX-7 Beats a New CX-5 by $20,000
The Mazda CX-5 has long been the brand's top seller, and it's easy to see why. It scores top marks from safety agencies, comes standard with all-wheel drive, handles like a dream, and starts under $30,000. But not everyone has that kind of…
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Ford South Africa Recalls Transit, Tourneo Models Over Transmission Issue
Ford South Africa has issued a recall for certain Transit and Tourneo vehicles due to a transmission fault that could pose a safety risk. The automaker confirmed the move affects specific models sold in the local market, urging owners to…
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Chinese Car Exports to Russia More Than Double in First Half of 2026
China’s General Administration of Customs reports that the value of passenger car shipments to Russia surged to $6.24 billion in the first six months of 2026, a 134.7% jump from the $2.66 billion recorded during the same period last year.…
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Boca Auto Care: Ford Issues Transmission Recall for Transits and Tourneos in South Africa
Ford South Africa has announced a recall affecting certain Transit and Tourneo models due to a transmission issue that could pose a safety risk. The problem involves a potential loss of drive power, which may increase the chance of a crash…
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That Clicking Noise From Your CLS55 AMG? Here’s What It Could Mean
A Mercedes-Benz CLS55 AMG owner recently posted a video showing a loud, intermittent clicking or tapping sound coming from underneath the car. The noise, captured in a short clip, has sparked conversation among enthusiasts who recognize…
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BMW Issues Fresh Recall for 10,000 Vehicles Over Fire Concerns
BMW has announced another recall, this time affecting roughly 10,000 vehicles due to a potential fire hazard. The German automaker disclosed the issue in a regulatory filing, citing a problem with the engine's positive crankcase…
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