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Mercedes-AMG Introduces Entry-Level GT 53 4-Door Coupe with 536 HP, Less Than Half the Price of the Flagship
Mercedes-AMGElectric Vehicles
Aug 6, 2026 news

Mercedes-AMG Introduces Entry-Level GT 53 4-Door Coupe with 536 HP, Less Than Half the Price of the Flagship

Mercedes-AMG's new electric GT sedan, the GT 53 4-Door Coupe, targets the Porsche Taycan 4S with a friendlier price and improved driving range.

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Minnesota City's Entire Police Camera Network Stolen
Recalls & Safety
Aug 6, 2026 news

Minnesota City's Entire Police Camera Network Stolen

Thieves stole all eight Flock cameras from Winona, Minnesota, with replacement costs estimated at $24,000.

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Ram and Fox Factory Unveil High-Performance Trucks, Including a 777 HP TRX Concept
RamTrucks & SUVs
Aug 6, 2026 news

Ram and Fox Factory Unveil High-Performance Trucks, Including a 777 HP TRX Concept

Ram and Fox Factory showcased three modified trucks, including a 777 HP 1500 TRX SRT DC concept and a lowered 1500 DC650 street truck.

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Zoox Robotaxi Pricing Revealed: More Expensive Than Uber and Lyft?
Autonomous & Technology
Aug 6, 2026 news

Zoox Robotaxi Pricing Revealed: More Expensive Than Uber and Lyft?

Zoox robotaxi trips could cost 20-40% more than standard Uber or Lyft rides

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BMW Displays Spider-Man Ads on Dash Screens, Owners Unimpressed
BMWBuying & Ownership
Aug 5, 2026 news

BMW Displays Spider-Man Ads on Dash Screens, Owners Unimpressed

BMW shows Spider-Man movie promotions on compatible vehicles, sparking debate about in-car advertising.

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Ford's EV Sales Plummet, Mustang Mach-E Sees 50% Decline
FordElectric Vehicles
Aug 5, 2026 news

Ford's EV Sales Plummet, Mustang Mach-E Sees 50% Decline

Ford's electric vehicle sales have dropped significantly, with the Mustang Mach-E seeing a 50% decline in sales this year.

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GM Extends Partnership with SAIC Motor for 20 Years
GMIndustry News
Aug 5, 2026 news

GM Extends Partnership with SAIC Motor for 20 Years

General Motors and SAIC Motor have extended their partnership for another 20 years, aiming to accelerate technological transformation and deliver sustainable profitability.

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Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 EV Sets Nürburgring Nordschleife Record
MercedesPerformance Cars
Aug 5, 2026 news

Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 EV Sets Nürburgring Nordschleife Record

The Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 EV has become the fastest car in its class, lapping the Nürburgring Nordschleife in 7:32.070.

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Nissan Unveils the NX7, a Cheaper Rogue-Sized Baby Brother to the NX8 in China
NissanElectric Vehicles
Aug 5, 2026 news

Nissan Unveils the NX7, a Cheaper Rogue-Sized Baby Brother to the NX8 in China

Dongfeng Nissan teases the upcoming NX7 SUV in China, an electrified model with a new styling language and tech.

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Off-Duty Cop Faces Charges After Confronting Woman in Minor Fender Bender
Recalls & Safety
Aug 5, 2026 news

Off-Duty Cop Faces Charges After Confronting Woman in Minor Fender Bender

An off-duty Albuquerque officer has been indicted for false imprisonment and misdemeanor battery after a minor rear-end crash.

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Telo's MT1 Electric Truck Out-Tows Standard Tesla Cybertruck Despite Miniature Size
TeloElectric Vehicles
Aug 5, 2026 news

Telo's MT1 Electric Truck Out-Tows Standard Tesla Cybertruck Despite Miniature Size

Telo's MT1 electric truck, founded by Tesla co-founder Marc Tarpenning, boasts a 106 kWh battery and dual electric motors, enabling it to tow more than a standard Tesla Cybertruck.

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This One-Off BMW M4 Pickup Sold for More Than a Brand New M4 Competition
BMWPerformance Cars
Aug 5, 2026 news

This One-Off BMW M4 Pickup Sold for More Than a Brand New M4 Competition

A custom BMW M4 pickup conversion sold on Bring A Trailer for $93,000, surpassing the sticker price of a brand-new M4 Competition xDrive Coupe.

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Volkswagen Tiguan R Brings Golf R Power to the Compact SUV Segment
VolkswagenPerformance Cars
Aug 5, 2026 news

Volkswagen Tiguan R Brings Golf R Power to the Compact SUV Segment

Volkswagen's Tiguan R inherits Golf R power and sharper driving dynamics, but won't make it to America

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2027 Hyundai Tucson Prototype Literally Blew Its Tires Off During Testing
HyundaiTrucks & SUVs
Aug 4, 2026 news

2027 Hyundai Tucson Prototype Literally Blew Its Tires Off During Testing

Hyundai's redesigned Tucson prototype caught fire and destroyed its front tires during a brake test in the Austrian Alps.

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A Pagani’s Bolts Alone Cost More Than A New Porsche 911
PaganiLuxury Vehicles
Aug 4, 2026 news

A Pagani’s Bolts Alone Cost More Than A New Porsche 911

Pagani's attention to detail is reflected in its use of 2,000 titanium bolts per car, costing around $161,300.

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Audi Finally Launches Hands-Free Level 2 Driving System on Q9
AudiAutonomous & Technology
Aug 4, 2026 news

Audi Finally Launches Hands-Free Level 2 Driving System on Q9

Audi's Q9 gets Level 2 hands-free driving system at speeds up to 85 mph

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Audi's A2 e-tron: A Study in Efficiency with a Range of 296 Miles
AudiElectric Vehicles
Aug 4, 2026 news

Audi's A2 e-tron: A Study in Efficiency with a Range of 296 Miles

Audi's new A2 e-tron boasts a 61 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery and a range of around 296 miles.

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China Bans Turquoise Self-Driving Lights That Were Never Actually Legal
Autonomous & Technology
Aug 4, 2026 news

China Bans Turquoise Self-Driving Lights That Were Never Actually Legal

Chinese regulators are banning turquoise exterior lights used by self-driving cars, citing non-compliance with local laws.

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Ford's 1.0L EcoBoost Engine Under Investigation for Timing Belt Failures
FordRecalls & Safety
Aug 4, 2026 news

Ford's 1.0L EcoBoost Engine Under Investigation for Timing Belt Failures

NHTSA upgrades probe into Ford's 1.0L EcoBoost timing belt failures, citing potential safety risks

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GM Developing In-House AI Assistant to Rival Google's Gemini
General MotorsAutonomous & Technology
Aug 4, 2026 news

GM Developing In-House AI Assistant to Rival Google's Gemini

General Motors is creating its own AI assistant to surpass Google's Gemini in understanding GM vehicles and drivers.

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Holmes Motors to Pay $137,000 for Mishandling Servicemembers' Vehicle Leases
Recalls & Safety
Aug 4, 2026 news

Holmes Motors to Pay $137,000 for Mishandling Servicemembers' Vehicle Leases

Holmes Motors agreed to settle allegations of unlawful repossessions and failure to refund deposits, paying $77,348 to servicemembers and a $60,000 civil penalty.

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Mazda's Oldest Small Car Nearly Doubled Its Sales Last Month While Its SUVs Tumbled
MazdaTrucks & SUVs
Aug 4, 2026 news

Mazda's Oldest Small Car Nearly Doubled Its Sales Last Month While Its SUVs Tumbled

Mazda3 sales surged 87.5% in July, despite being one of the oldest compact cars on the market.

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McMurtry’s $1.3 Million Fan Car Debuts At Monterey With 1,000 HP And 3G Of Grip
McMurtryPerformance Cars
Aug 4, 2026 news

McMurtry’s $1.3 Million Fan Car Debuts At Monterey With 1,000 HP And 3G Of Grip

McMurtry's fan car features 1,000 hp, 3g of grip, and a $1.3 million price tag.

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Nissan's New Elgrand Minivan Boasts Advanced Noise-Cancellation Technology
NissanLuxury Vehicles
Aug 4, 2026 news

Nissan's New Elgrand Minivan Boasts Advanced Noise-Cancellation Technology

Nissan's new Elgrand minivan features an integrated ANC system designed to eliminate unwanted noise from both the road and the hybrid powertrain.

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