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BMW Owners Fume Over Spider-Man Promo on Car Dashboards
BMW drivers in more than 70 markets got an unexpected surprise in late July 2026: a promotional banner for Sony's "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" appeared on their iDrive infotainment screens. The over-the-air update, which hit vehicles built…
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This 1984 Turbo-Diesel Land Cruiser BJ42 Took 1,850 Hours to Perfect
Some classic 4x4s come out of restoration shops looking so flawless that driving them feels almost wrong. Others get huge engines, tall suspension lifts, and enough lights to light up a small town. This 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser BJ42 took a…
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Why Teslas and Other EVs Can Make You Carsick - and What’s Behind It
If you’ve ever felt a wave of nausea when your rideshare turns out to be a Tesla, you’re not alone. Getting carsick in the back of an electric vehicle, even when you’re fine in a gas-powered car, is a real phenomenon, and it’s not usually…
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Acura's New Design Direction Teased Ahead of Monterey Event
Acura is preparing to reveal a new design language with a concept vehicle at Monterey Car Week, which kicks off today in California. The brand released a teaser image showing the rear of the concept, featuring arrow-shaped taillights and…
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Mazda's Big SUVs Struggle, Safety Push Planned as Older Mazda3 Shines
Mazda is betting on safety messaging and product tweaks to rescue its underperforming CX-70 and CX-90 SUVs, rather than resorting to bigger discounts or more power. The large models, designed specifically for American buyers, have failed…
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Jeep's $2,595 Rear-Seat Screens vs. Five iPads: A Grand Wagoneer Math Problem
The most expensive Jeep Grand Wagoneer can top $100,000, yet second-row entertainment screens are still an extra-cost option. Jeep charges $2,595 for its "Rear Seat Video Group 1" package, which fits two 10.1-inch touchscreens to the back…
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How the Scion FR-S Became Toyota's Modern Tribute to a Drifting Legend
In 2013, a young car enthusiast spotted a Hot Lava orange Scion FR-S at a Toyota dealership and was instantly hooked by its three pedals and sporty look. That car, it turns out, was Toyota's way of paying tribute to the AE86 Corolla, a…
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BMW Begins Building Its Tesla Model 3 Rival, and Munich Plant Goes All-Electric
BMW has started production of its all-electric i3 sedan in Germany, with the company calling it a serious challenger to the Tesla Model 3. But the bigger shift is at the factory itself: starting next year, BMW's Munich plant will produce…
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VW Teases Redesigned Atlas Cross Sport Ahead of Next Week's Debut
Volkswagen has offered a first glimpse of the redesigned Atlas Cross Sport, a five-seat crossover set to debut next week with a turbocharged engine. The automaker released a single teaser image showing an angular rear window and a…
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1989 Toyota Camry All-Trac: A Rare AWD Sedan Listed at $3,000
A 1989 Toyota Camry All-Trac is currently listed for $3,000, and it represents a unique chapter in the model's history. This Camry was the last version to offer all-wheel drive until Toyota brought the feature back in 2021. The car is…
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Woman Told $1,200 for Wheel Bearing - Mobile Mechanic Finds the Real Issue and Fixes It at No Charge
A Tulsa, Oklahoma mobile mechanic known for filming his repairs recently helped a young woman who was quoted $1,200 for a wheel bearing replacement on her Ford Fusion. Matthew Parker, who runs Parker Mobile Auto Repair and posts on YouTube…
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2026 Audi A6 vs. BMW 540i: A New Winner Emerges in the Executive Sedan Rivalry
When Car and Driver last compared the Audi A6 and BMW 5-series, the A6 came out on top by a single point. That was over nine years ago. Now, with the A6 redesigned for 2026 and the 5-series updated for 2024, the two Germans have met…
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