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Mavis Tire Acquires Pep Boys in $700 Million Deal
Mavis Tire buys Pep Boys for $700 million, expanding its service network by nearly 800 locations.
The Secret Behind Gas Stations' Three Fuel Grades
Most gas stations only store two kinds of gasoline underground, yet offer three fuel grades at the pump.
Toyota Tops Ford As Most Visited Automaker Website In April 2026
Toyota's website had 9.2 million unique visitors in April 2026, narrowly beating Ford's 9.0 million.
Volkswagen Group Weighs 140,000 Job Cuts Amid Cost Disadvantage
Volkswagen Group considers cutting 140,000 jobs due to a 20% cost disadvantage against competitors.
$1.73 Billion Redirected Away From ‘DEI Bike Lanes’
USDOT redirects $1.73 billion in BUILD grants toward roads, bridges, and ports, cutting funding for bike lane projects.
Honda Considers Building New Factory in North America
Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe says the company is weighing a new factory in North America to increase sales and flexibility.
Legendary Honda Tuner Hondata Acquired By Engineered Performance Technologies Group
Hondata, a renowned Honda and Acura engine tuner, has been acquired by Engineered Performance Technologies Group, a consumer-focused automotive aftermarket company.
New Leadership Takes the Helm at Ram and Jeep
Stellantis appoints Matt VanDyke as CEO of Ram and Branden Coté as CEO of Jeep.
Stellantis Shakes Up Leadership with New CEOs for Jeep and Ram
Stellantis appoints Matt VanDyke as Ram CEO and Branden Coté as Jeep CEO, effective immediately and August 3, respectively.
Toyota Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Website Tracking Despite Cookie Decline
Toyota is facing a proposed class action lawsuit over allegations that its website continued to track users despite them declining cookies.
What Every Nissan Brake Caliper Color Means
Nissan uses different-colored brake calipers to signify different levels of vehicle performance.
Ford's Quality Benchmark Set by Mexico and China Plants, Not US
Ford CEO Jim Farley credits Mexico and China plants for leading the company's manufacturing quality, with US plants improving rapidly.
Toyota Exec Calls for Increased Cooperation Among Japanese Automakers
Toyota's vice chairman Koji Sato is calling for more collaboration among Japanese automakers to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
7-Eleven's Custom Nissan GT-R Hot Wheels Is a Perfect Pairing
Nissan teams up with 7-Eleven and Hot Wheels to create a bespoke GT-R model
Morgan Supersport Arrives in the US, but with a Notable Exception
The Morgan Supersport is coming to America, but the six-cylinder version won't be available.
BMW Explains Why It Finally Gave The M2 All-Wheel Drive
BMW has introduced an all-wheel-drive version of the M2 Coupe, citing demand from customers in the US and Switzerland.
BMW's M2 Gets All-Wheel Drive Thanks to American Snowbelt Customers
BMW added an all-wheel-drive xDrive version to the M2 coupe lineup due to demand from American customers in the Snowbelt states.
Ford's Chairman Warns America Can't Keep Chinese Cars Out Forever
Bill Ford says Chinese automakers will eventually enter the US market, and American companies must prepare to compete.
Nissan Altima Lives On, But Other Models Are Discontinued
Nissan confirms the Altima will continue for at least one more year, but the Rogue Plug-In Hybrid and other models are being discontinued.
DOJ Probes UAW President Shawn Fain Amid Allegations of Improper Conduct
The US Justice Department is investigating UAW President Shawn Fain over allegations of pressuring a high-ranking official to secure benefits for his fiancée and her sister.
Ford Faces Class-Action Lawsuit Over Tariff Pricing Refunds
A California man has filed a class-action lawsuit against Ford, claiming the automaker owes customers a share of $1.3 billion in tariff pricing refunds.
Lexus LS Lives On in Australia with 2027 Model Updates
The Lexus LS is still alive in Australia, with a 2027 model featuring small updates, including a new panoramic roof and hybrid powertrain.
The Grand Tour Returns In September With Three New Hosts
The Grand Tour returns on September 4th with six new episodes and three new hosts, including James Engelsman and Thomas Holland from Throttle House and Francis Bourgeois, a popular trainspotter.
Toyota's 2027 Corolla Hatch Gains More Screens But Drops Our Favorite Trim
Toyota's 2027 Corolla Hatchback gets bigger displays, new colors, and white wheels, but loses the sporty FX trim.