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BMW's 2027 X5 Goes Electric: What the Prototype Tells Us About the Future of the SUV
The 2027 BMW X5 is still months from showrooms, but engineers in Spartanburg, South Carolina, are already putting camouflaged prototypes through their final paces. We got behind the wheel of three versions—including a new all-electric…
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What Mercedes’ New Anti-Drone Tech Means for Your Car’s Future
Mercedes-Benz recently announced a partnership with German defense startup Tytan Technologies to build mobile anti-drone systems using G-Class SUVs and Sprinter vans. The idea is to mount defensive interceptor drones—not weapons—on these…
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BMW Confirms Next-Gen X5 M60e and Diesel Variant, But U.S. Buyers Miss Out
Just days after unveiling the M Concept Neue Klasse, BMW is already pulling back the curtain on its fifth-generation X5. While the automaker has officially confirmed a broad lineup—including the 40 xDrive, 50e xDrive, iX5 60 xDrive, and a…
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San Diego Shop Turns Modern Tacomas Into Retro Off-Roaders, Starting at $42,000
If you love the practicality of a modern midsize pickup but miss the boxy, no-nonsense look of 1980s off-roaders, a San Diego-based conversion company called Flex has something for you. They’re offering three retro-styled Toyota Tacomas,…
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What Electric Car Insurance Costs Really Mean for Your Wallet
If you’ve been thinking about switching to an electric vehicle—or already own one—you’ve probably heard that insurance can be pricey. And it’s true: a recent study shows EV owners pay about $3,159 per year on average, compared to $2,218…
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Jeep Brings Back Grand Cherokee Trailhawk and Overland for 2027
Earlier this year, Jeep quietly dropped the Trailhawk and Overland trims from the Grand Cherokee lineup, leaving off-road enthusiasts without a proper 4x4 option. Now, the brand is reversing course. Both models are set to return for the…
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Honda Trail Experience App Brings Live Off-Road Data to TrailSport Owners
Honda has introduced a free app designed to give TrailSport owners real-time access to their vehicle’s off-road performance metrics. The Honda Trail Experience (HTX) app is now available on the Apple App Store for the 2026 Passport, Pilot,…
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Used Car Prices Remain High Due to Pandemic-Related Shortages
If you’ve shopped for a late-model used car lately, you’ve probably noticed prices are still stubbornly high. The reason goes back to 2020 and 2021, when COVID shutdowns and parts shortages forced automakers to build about 8 million fewer…
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Rivian R2 Ditches FM Radio, Leaving Off-Roaders Without Tunes
The battle over AM radio in new cars may have been just the opening skirmish. Now, FM radio is under threat too, as evidenced by the upcoming Rivian R2. Leaked images from the R2’s owner’s manual reveal the electric SUV skips traditional…
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Ford Issues New Service Campaign for Certain Focus Models
Ford recently announced a fresh service campaign for certain Focus models from 2012 to 2018—over 255,000 cars. The original recall in 2018 addressed a purge valve that could stick open, causing a vacuum in the fuel system. Over time, that…
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Flood-Damaged Vehicles Require Professional Attention
Heavy rainstorms can leave vehicles submerged, posing serious risks to engines and electronics. If your car has been flooded, here’s what you need to know—and what to avoid. First, if water levels are low enough to reach the battery…
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Why Your Check Engine Light Might Be a Simple Fix - or a Sign of Something Serious
A 2007 Mercedes-Benz C200K with just 15,000 miles recently came into a shop with a check engine light and fault code 3406. That code means the exhaust camshaft position on cylinder bank 1 is out of spec. The owner suspected a stretched…
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