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BMW Pulls 10,000+ Cars from 2016 Onward in Major Safety Recall
BMW has issued a recall affecting more than 10,000 vehicles sold in South Africa since 2016, citing a potential safety defect that could increase the risk of fire. The recall, announced through eNCA, covers a broad range of models and is…
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BMW Pulls 10,000+ Cars Off Roads Over Faulty Starter Motor
BMW has issued a recall affecting more than 10,000 vehicles after discovering a defect in the starter motor that could pose a safety risk. The German automaker says the component may overheat, potentially leading to a fire under the hood.…
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BMW South Africa Issues Recall for Over 10,000 Vehicles
BMW South Africa has announced a recall affecting more than 10,000 vehicles across the country. The automaker identified a potential issue with certain models that requires immediate attention to ensure driver and passenger safety. Owners…
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Boca Auto Care’s Take: Why Even the 2027 Maybach Deserves a Hard Look
Let’s be honest for a second. No car is perfect. Not even a 2027 Maybach. That’s the truth, and it’s something you don’t hear often enough from the usual car mags. Car and Driver and their peers love to wax poetic about every new luxury…
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Ford Recalls Mustang Mach-E Models Over Battery and Software Glitches
Ford has announced a recall affecting thousands of its Mustang Mach-E electric crossovers in the United States. The automaker identified two separate issues that could impact vehicle safety and performance, prompting the action. Owners of…
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BMW Recalls Nearly 11,000 Vehicles Over Starter Motor Issue
BMW has issued a recall affecting close to 11,000 vehicles in South Africa after a defect was discovered in the starter motor. The problem, which stems from a supplier manufacturing error, can cause the starter to overheat and potentially…
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Toyota Pushes Back Highlander EV Launch as Gas Version Keeps Selling Strong
Toyota has officially postponed the rollout of its all-electric Highlander, originally slated to hit showrooms by the end of this year. The automaker quietly confirmed the delay, signaling a new, but still undisclosed, launch window for the…
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Honda Fit Turns 25 in Japan with a Fresh Lineup and an $11,000 Starting Price
The Honda Fit may have left American showrooms six years ago, but the beloved hatchback is very much alive in Japan. To mark the nameplate’s 25th anniversary, the original debuted in 2001. Honda has given the fourth-generation Fit a…
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BMW Recall Alert: Nearly 11,000 Models Affected by Brake Assist Issue
BMW has issued a recall affecting 10,961 vehicles across its popular 3, 4, 5, and 7 Series sedans, as well as the X3 and X4 SUVs. The problem centers on the brake assist system, which may fail to provide the expected power boost during…
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Kia Tells Telluride Owners to Park Outside After New Fire Risk Found in Nearly 500,000 SUVs
Kia is back in the recall spotlight, this time telling owners of nearly half a million Telluride SUVs to keep them parked outside and away from buildings. The recall covers 462,869 vehicles from the 2020 through 2024 model years. The…
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Audi’s Rising Star Emma Felbermayr: From Karting to F1 Academy’s Front Row
At 19 years old, Emma Felbermayr is proving that patience and preparation pay off. The Austrian driver, backed by the Audi Formula 1 Team, is the only competitor in F1 Academy to score points in every race this season. With two wins…
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Ford Issues Two Major Recalls Affecting Nearly 1 Million Vehicles in Two Weeks
Ford Motor Company has announced two separate recalls within a span of just 14 days, impacting close to a million cars and trucks on U.S. roads. The automaker is urging owners to check whether their vehicle is included, as both campaigns…
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