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$1.73 Billion Redirected Away From ‘DEI Bike Lanes’
GeneralIndustry News
Jul 20, 2026 news

$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.

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2027 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid Review: A Powerful but Pricey Pickup
ToyotaElectric Vehicles
Jul 20, 2026 news

2027 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid Review: A Powerful but Pricey Pickup

The 2027 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid offers a powerful i-Force Max powertrain, but its higher price and minor fuel-economy gains make it a questionable value.

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2027 Volkswagen Atlas Pricing Announced: More Luxurious, More Expensive
VolkswagenTrucks & SUVs
Jul 20, 2026 news

2027 Volkswagen Atlas Pricing Announced: More Luxurious, More Expensive

The 2027 Volkswagen Atlas starts at $41,610, a $2,350 price hike from its predecessor, but offers more luxurious features and a powerful turbocharged engine.

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BYD's Yangwang U9 Xtreme Aims to Break 311 MPH Barrier
BYDElectric Vehicles
Jul 20, 2026 news

BYD's Yangwang U9 Xtreme Aims to Break 311 MPH Barrier

BYD's Yangwang U9 Xtreme to attempt to break 311 mph barrier in November

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Ferrari to Auction Off First Series Production Luce Electric Car for Charity
FerrariElectric Vehicles
Jul 20, 2026 news

Ferrari to Auction Off First Series Production Luce Electric Car for Charity

Ferrari's first series production Luce electric car will be auctioned off for charity at RM Sotheby's Monterey Car Week event.

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Ford Expands Recall of Explorer and Aviator SUVs Due to Unintended Seat Movement
FordRecalls & Safety
Jul 20, 2026 news

Ford Expands Recall of Explorer and Aviator SUVs Due to Unintended Seat Movement

Ford is recalling nearly 388,000 Explorer and Aviator SUVs due to a problem with the second-row easy-entry seats that can cause them to tip or slide unexpectedly while driving.

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Genesis Considers Launching Smaller Premium Electric Vehicle
GenesisElectric Vehicles
Jul 20, 2026 news

Genesis Considers Launching Smaller Premium Electric Vehicle

Genesis is evaluating a small premium electric vehicle to support long-term growth.

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Guntherwerks F-26 Sets Record at Goodwood Festival of Speed
GeneralMotorsport
Jul 20, 2026 news

Guntherwerks F-26 Sets Record at Goodwood Festival of Speed

Scott Speed drives the 1000-hp Guntherwerks F-26 to a record time at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.

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Honda Considers Building New Factory in North America
HondaIndustry News
Jul 20, 2026 news

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.

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Hyundai Recalls 47K Kona, Kona Electric SUVs over Seatbelt Issue
HyundaiAutonomous & Technology
Jul 20, 2026 news

Hyundai Recalls 47K Kona, Kona Electric SUVs over Seatbelt Issue

Hyundai issued a recall for 47,749 Kona and Kona Electric SUVs due to faulty seatbelt buckles in the rear center seat.

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Legendary Honda Tuner Hondata Acquired By Engineered Performance Technologies Group
HondaIndustry News
Jul 20, 2026 news

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.

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Mercedes-Maybach GLS Teased With Illuminated Front Fascia
Mercedes-BenzTrucks & SUVs
Jul 20, 2026 news

Mercedes-Maybach GLS Teased With Illuminated Front Fascia

Mercedes-Benz has teased the Maybach GLS with an illuminated front fascia, featuring an illuminated grille surround, headlight star motifs, and an illuminated logo.

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New Leadership Takes the Helm at Ram and Jeep
GeneralIndustry News
Jul 20, 2026 news

New Leadership Takes the Helm at Ram and Jeep

Stellantis appoints Matt VanDyke as CEO of Ram and Branden Coté as CEO of Jeep.

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Polestar Will Not Appeal U.S. Sales Ban Over Chinese Technology
PolestarElectric Vehicles
Jul 20, 2026 news

Polestar Will Not Appeal U.S. Sales Ban Over Chinese Technology

Polestar will not appeal a U.S. sales ban due to concerns over Chinese technology, focusing instead on other markets.

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Polestar Won't Fight US Ban, Effectively Ending Its American Future
PolestarElectric Vehicles
Jul 20, 2026 news

Polestar Won't Fight US Ban, Effectively Ending Its American Future

Polestar won't appeal the US government's decision to block future vehicle sales due to new connected-car security rules.

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Stellantis Shakes Up Leadership with New CEOs for Jeep and Ram
GeneralIndustry News
Jul 20, 2026 news

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.

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Toyota Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Website Tracking Despite Cookie Decline
ToyotaIndustry News
Jul 20, 2026 news

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.

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What Every Nissan Brake Caliper Color Means
NissanIndustry News
Jul 20, 2026 news

What Every Nissan Brake Caliper Color Means

Nissan uses different-colored brake calipers to signify different levels of vehicle performance.

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2006 BMW M3 Coupe with Dinan S Package and Indy 500 Provenance for Sale
BMWMotorsport
Jul 19, 2026 news

2006 BMW M3 Coupe with Dinan S Package and Indy 500 Provenance for Sale

A 2006 BMW M3 Coupe with the desirable Competition package and a six-speed manual transmission is up for sale on Bring a Trailer, boasting a rich history as the former car of Indy 500 winner Dan Wheldon.

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Geely E2: The Best-Selling Car in China That's Beating Big SUVs
GeelyElectric Vehicles
Jul 19, 2026 news

Geely E2: The Best-Selling Car in China That's Beating Big SUVs

The Geely E2, a compact electric hatchback, has sold 244,000 units in China in the first half of 2026, beating the Tesla Model Y and Xiaomi SU7.

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George Russell Blames Mercedes Power Unit for Belgian GP Exit
MercedesMotorsport
Jul 19, 2026 news

George Russell Blames Mercedes Power Unit for Belgian GP Exit

George Russell's Formula 1 World Championship challenge took a hit at Spa due to a power unit issue, not Lewis Hamilton's actions.

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Jeep Dealers Are Drowning In Unsold SUVs But Still Won’t Cut You A Better Deal
JeepTrucks & SUVs
Jul 19, 2026 news

Jeep Dealers Are Drowning In Unsold SUVs But Still Won’t Cut You A Better Deal

Jeep dealers are struggling with unsold SUVs, but still won't offer better deals, despite having the highest inventory levels in the industry.

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Kimi Antonelli Wins Belgian Grand Prix and Extends Points Lead
MercedesMotorsport
Jul 19, 2026 news

Kimi Antonelli Wins Belgian Grand Prix and Extends Points Lead

Kimi Antonelli wins the Belgian Grand Prix, extending his points lead after a dramatic first lap retirement for his teammate George Russell.

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Volkswagen's New E-Bike Features Radar, Rear Camera, and Smart Glasses for Enhanced Safety
VolkswagenMotorcycles
Jul 19, 2026 news

Volkswagen's New E-Bike Features Radar, Rear Camera, and Smart Glasses for Enhanced Safety

Volkswagen's new e-bike features advanced safety technology, including radar, rear camera, and smart glasses, to improve cyclist safety on the road.

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