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Pricing announcements, limited editions, industry moves and quirky road stories: this general section collects car news of every kind, from the showroom to the museum floor, for drivers who like to stay informed.
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Recent headlines include the price of the Kia K4 hatchback compared with the sedan, the BMW Z4 Final Edition, and Audi selling its Italdesign stake to an American AI company. Lighter stories appear too, like Oscar Mayer recruiting Wienermobile drivers, a Western themed Airstream travel trailer and an exhibit of off-road racers at the Petersen Museum. Buyers will also find a roundup of Black Friday lease deals and a look back at the Car and Driver 10Best list.
As the largest section, it works best as a daily feed: skim the latest titles, then open the stories that match your interests. Shoppers should check the pricing and lease articles before visiting a dealer, while fans of automotive history and culture can follow the museum and collector coverage.
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California’s CARS Act Challenges Shady Car Deals, Aims to Protect Buyers and Enhance Trust in Auto Transactions
California’s CARS Act aims to enhance consumer protection in the auto industry by banning misleading practices. The law introduces a three-day cooling-off period for used…
GM Phasing Out Apple CarPlay, Android Auto in Gas Vehicles Sparks Debate on Future of In-Car Tech
General Motors plans to phase out Apple CarPlay and Android Auto from future gas-powered vehicles. The transition begins in 2028 with the introduction of a…
Formula 1 Partners with Apple TV, Shaping the Future of Racing Media and Enhancing Viewer Experience
Apple secures exclusive Formula 1 broadcast rights in the United States, replacing ESPN. The deal is reportedly worth over $140 million annually, surpassing ESPN’s previous…
“He Burned Alive Inside”: Xiaomi SU7 Ultra Crash Sparks Outrage After Electronic Doors Jammed During Fire (And Investors Are Panicking)
Xiaomi SU7 Ultra crash raises questions about vehicle safety after electronic doors fail to open during fire. Following the accident, Xiaomi’s stock dropped by 9%…
“Your Car’s a Bird Magnet”: Study Reveals Why Brown Vehicles and Ram Trucks Get Hit the Most (And It’s Costing Drivers Hundreds)
Survey reveals birds target brown cars and Ram trucks more often, causing costly issues for owners. Birds show a color preference, with darker vehicles like…
“He Hit 196 on a Bagger”: Indian Motorcycle Shatters Speed Records at Bonneville With a 200-MPH Touring Bike
Indian Motorcycle achieves nearly 200 mph with its King of the Baggers race bike at Bonneville. Tyler O’Hara sets a new American Motorcycle Association record…
“They’re Powering Cars With the Air Itself”: BMW’s Leipzig Plant Becomes the First Factory to Run on a Dedicated Hydrogen Pipeline
BMW’s Leipzig plant will be the first car manufacturing site to receive hydrogen directly through a pipeline. The facility has 230 hydrogen-powered vehicles, making it…
“It Trapped Them Inside”: Tesla Cybertruck Crash Sparks Lawsuits and Federal Probe Into Deadly Door Design
Tesla’s Cybertruck is under scrutiny after a fatal crash in California. Families of the victims have filed lawsuits against Tesla over the door mechanism issues.…
“It Drove Off on Its Own”: Xiaomi’s Smart Car Incident Sparks Alarming Questions About Remote Vehicle Safety
Xiaomi SU7 in China moved autonomously, raising concerns about remote vehicle technology safety. Investigation revealed a Remote Parking Assist command initiated the unexpected movement. The…
“They’ll Fine You for a Text”: South Carolina’s New Hands Free Law Catches Drivers by Surprise (and the Cameras Are Watching)
South Carolina implements a new Hands Free Law to curb distracted driving. Fines of up to $200 will be enforced for phone usage while driving…
“They Said It Was Safe”: Ford’s Massive Recall Over 600,000 SUVs Sparks Fire Fears Under the Hood (and Drivers Are Furious)
Ford recalls over 600,000 vehicles due to a fuel injector defect. Defective fuel injectors pose a potential fire hazard under the hood. Affected models include…
“Smile, You’re on Speed Camera”: States Crack Down on Fast Drivers With Fines, Jail Time, and AI-Powered Surveillance
States are implementing stricter speeding laws to improve road safety and reduce traffic fatalities. San Francisco has deployed automated speed cameras to enforce speed limits…