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BMW Tells 29,000 Owners to Park Outside Amid New Recall
BMW has issued a recall affecting roughly 29,000 vehicles in the U.S., warning owners that a potential defect could pose a fire risk even when the engine is off. The automaker is advising drivers to park their cars outside, away from…
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Hyundai Slashes Ioniq 5 N Price by $6,300 for 2026, Making 641 HP More Accessible
Hyundai is making its electric performance crossover a whole lot easier on the wallet. The 2026 Ioniq 5 N arrives with a starting price of $61,500, a $6,300 drop from the 2025 model’s $67,800. That’s a serious discount on a vehicle packing…
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Ford Adds Remote Engine Killswitch to Most New Models via App
As cars get smarter, the threats against them are getting more sophisticated. Between concerns over digital surveillance and thieves who can snatch a vehicle in under a minute, today’s drivers face risks that barely existed five years ago.…
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The Death of the Dream Car: Why Concept Vehicles Are Losing Their Magic
Remember when concept cars made you stop and stare? Long hoods, low fenders, wild angles, they promised a future that felt exciting. But something has changed. Those futuristic one-offs, once used to test ideas, show off design chops, and…
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Infiniti Puts QX80 Red Sport on Hold, Promises a Meaner Beast by 2028
Infiniti is pressing pause on its hotly anticipated QX80 Red Sport, delaying the high-performance SUV until at least 2028. Originally slated to hit showrooms this summer, the big rig is getting a major rethink after Infiniti decided raw…
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Subaru Recalls Over 540,000 SUVs - The Fix Is a Sticker You Stick On Yourself
Subaru has issued a recall covering more than 541,000 SUVs, but the problem isn’t under the hood. It’s on a sticker. The Japanese automaker discovered that the federally required certification labels on several popular models list an…
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The $26,400 Electric Pickup: What You Actually Get for the Price
Slate made headlines in June when it announced the starting price of its bare-bones electric pickup truck: $24,950. That number put the truck squarely in the mid-$20,000 range the company had been promising. But anyone who has bought a car…
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California DMV Orders 11,000 Drivers to Retake Written Test or Lose License
If you’ve ever yelled at another driver, or been yelled at, you know the California DMV isn’t usually the one dishing out the insults. But now, the agency has sent out roughly 11,000 letters telling recipients they need to retake the written…
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Tundra’s Twin-Turbo V6 Recall Hits 250,000 Trucks - And Mechanics Question Toyota’s Story
For years, the Toyota Tundra rode high on the bulletproof reputation of its old 5.7-liter V8. That engine rarely had lubrication issues. But the third-generation truck, launched with a brand-new twin-turbo V6, has been fighting recalls…
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Ford Issues Recall Over Transmission Problem Affecting Select Models
Ford Motor Company has announced a recall for certain vehicles due to a transmission issue that could increase the risk of accidents. The fault, which affects a limited number of models, involves a potential loss of drive power or…
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BMW Expands Recall as Defective Starters Pose Fire Risk
BMW is recalling an additional 30,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to a faulty starter motor that can overheat and catch fire. The latest action follows a previous recall covering nearly 800,000 cars and SUVs for the same issue. According to…
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Subaru Recall Hits Over Half a Million Vehicles - Here’s How to Check Yours
Subaru has issued a recall affecting more than 540,000 vehicles across multiple models, citing a potential issue that could increase the risk of a crash. The recall covers certain 2020 through 2024 model year vehicles, including popular…
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