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Should Driverless Cars Lose the Steering Wheel? Regulators Weigh a Major Shift
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is considering a rule change that could let autonomous vehicles, especially robotaxis, hit the road without steering wheels. The idea: if a car is built to never be driven by a person, why…
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Volkswagen Plans to Slash Half Its Models, but U.S. Buyers May Not Notice
Volkswagen Group is preparing to cut its global lineup by as much as 50 percent over the next few years, the company announced this week. The move is part of a broader effort to reduce complexity and focus on the most profitable segments.…
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The Everyday Supercar: Nissan’s GT-R Gives You Ferrari Speed Without the Headaches
There’s a car sitting in driveways across America that costs about the same as a fully loaded pickup truck, yet it can leave six-figure Italian exotics in the dust at a stoplight. It doesn’t look like it belongs at a supercar meet, more…
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Budget German Muscle: Which 250-HP Sports Sedan Gives You the Most for Your Money?
Looking for a sedan that blends everyday practicality with a touch of prestige? The Toyota Camry and Honda Accord get the job done, but they don't turn heads. For that, you need something from Germany. Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz have…
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Stellantis Recalls Select Minivans After 1,600+ Warranty Complaints Over Latch Failure
Stellantis is recalling certain model-year Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager minivans following a defect tied to more than 1,600 warranty claims. The issue involves a faulty side-door latch that can fail to secure properly, increasing the risk…
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Ford Issues Recall for Nearly 177,000 Vehicles Over Safety Concerns
Ford Motor Company has announced a recall affecting roughly 177,000 vehicles across several popular models. The automaker says the issue involves a potential loss of power steering or a sudden reduction in braking assistance, which could…
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Volkswagen Faces Existential Crisis: Half Its Models and 100,000 Jobs on the Chopping Block
Volkswagen is in the fight of its life. The German automaker is considering cutting its model lineup by up to 50%, slashing production capacity, and laying off roughly 100,000 workers as it struggles to survive a historic downturn. Rising…
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Boca Auto Care Readers Sound Off: The Car Design Flaws That Drive Them Crazy
We asked our readers to name the one car design detail that gets under their skin. The responses poured in, over 200 of them, and the complaints ranged from the broad to the hyper-specific. What ties them all together? Genuine frustration.…
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Nissan Pulls Leaf EVs for Repairs Following Consumer Reports Safety Alert
Nissan has issued a recall for its Leaf electric vehicles after Consumer Reports flagged a concerning safety issue during routine testing. The automaker is calling back certain Leaf models to address a problem that could affect the car's…
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Mazda Dominates IIHS Safety Rankings for Third Straight Year
For the third year running, Mazda has earned more IIHS Top Safety Pick+ awards than any other automaker for its 2026 lineup. Models ranging from the compact Mazda 3 to the three-row CX-90 all secured the Insurance Institute for Highway…
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Senate Panel to Vote on Fresh Ban Targeting Chinese Automakers
The Senate Commerce Committee is set to vote next week on a new bill that would explicitly prohibit Chinese automakers from selling vehicles in the United States. The proposed legislation, called the “Connected Vehicle Security Act of…
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Ford and Koenigsegg Prove the Manual Gearbox Isn't Dead Yet
While many automakers have quietly dropped the manual transmission from their lineups. Ford is bucking the trend with a seven-speed stick shift that’s turning heads. Available in the Bronco, this gearbox isn’t just a nod to nostalgia, it’s…
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