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Honda Clarity PHEV: A Used Plug-In Hybrid Family Car That Delivers Real Value
Honda may be known for its hybrid lineup, but there is a noticeable gap: no Honda PHEV is currently sold in the U.S. The Honda CR-V e:PHEV exists, but it is only available in China and parts of Europe. That leaves the Honda Clarity PHEV as…
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BMW Sends Spider-Man Ad to Car Screens, and Drivers Aren't Happy
BMW owners are getting a movie tie-in they didn't ask for. For nearly two weeks, vehicles built after July 2020 with BMW OS 7 or newer will show a Spider-Man: Brand New Day button on the center screen. Tapping it plays a short animation of…
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2026 Lexus RX350h: A Calm, Comfortable Hybrid SUV
Car and Driver tested the 2026 Lexus RX350h F Sport Design and found a hybrid luxury SUV that prioritizes comfort over speed. The RX350h uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine plus electric motors at both axles, making 246 horsepower. It…
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Stellantis 'Do Not Drive' Warning: 225,000 Older Vehicles Still at Risk
Stellantis issued a fresh 'Do Not Drive' warning in February 2026 for roughly 225,000 older vehicles. It is the latest development in the Takata airbag recall, which NHTSA calls the largest and most complex safety recall in U.S. history.…
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Affordable Mazda Models Shine in Mixed July Sales
Mazda's US sales in July were a mixed bag. The company posted one of its best Julys ever, yet still saw a double-digit drop from last year. SUVs took a hit, even with the new CX-5 on dealer lots. The car side, however, had one of its…
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Review: 2026 BMW M5 Touring Is Fast and Practical, but Lacks Personality
After a 1,200-mile week-long road trip in the 2026 BMW M5 Touring, a CarBuzz reviewer came away impressed by the performance but underwhelmed by the character. It is a midsize station wagon with outrageous power: the plug-in hybrid pairs a…
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Toyota Issues Two Parallel Recalls Over Non-Standard Replacement Airbags
Toyota has launched two parallel recall campaigns, and the situation is unusual because the parts involved were never standard equipment when the vehicles left the factory. According to Carscoops, the recalls cover 4,118 side curtain…
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Mercedes-Benz Roundup: New GLA, G-Class Cabrio Teaser, AMG Finale and More
The latest Mercedes-Benz news from MBWorld covers a wide range of upcoming models and notable moments. Mercedes-Benz has unveiled an all-new GLA that is larger and more refined, with hybrid and fully electric powertrain options.…
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Mystery Bracket Puzzles Mercedes E350 Owner During Engine Reassembly
A 2014 Mercedes E350 owner, mid-reassembly of the M276.952 3.5L engine, found an unidentifiable stamped-steel bracket. The part, stamped A 276 140 08 40, is a small piece with a two-hole mounting flange and a round dished collar that…
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Mercedes CEO Admits Industry Went Too Far With Touchscreens, Promises Return of Buttons
Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Källenius has admitted that the auto industry may have "gone a little bit too far" in replacing physical buttons with digital controls. In an interview with Autocar, he said the company will now reintroduce "the most…
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Brake Booster Recall: Four Years, No Notice - Italy-Only or Everywhere?
An ML/GL/R-Class (W164/X164/W251) owner is asking drivers in other countries whether Mercedes ever actually contacted them about the brake booster recall. The campaign was announced in 2022, and Mercedes reportedly advised against driving…
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W208 Rear Wheel Metallic Scrape Reported on MBWorld
An MBWorld post about a W208 describes an intermittent metallic scraping sound coming from the rear wheel. The post provides no additional details about when the noise occurs, how long it lasts, or what may be causing it. According to the…
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