NHTSA probes brake problems in GM and Honda vehicles
In the USA, the NHTSA is investigating possible brake failures in more than one million vehicles from the GM and Honda sphere. Important for owners: an investigation is not yet a recall.
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Polestar Questions US Ban After Volvo Exemption
Polestar sees itself as being treated unequally in the US: While Volvo receives an exemption from a safety-related sales ban, the future of Polestar models on the market remains uncertain.
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Lexus LC discontinued: The brand’s last V8 disappears
With the end of the Lexus LC, the brand’s last eight-cylinder engine is also being phased out. For buyers, owners and fans, the coupe marks a clear turning point.
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Volkswagen Tukan: New Pickup Uses the MQB Platform
With the Tukan, Volkswagen is showing a pickup based on MQB. The model is intended to be more than a converted crossover and could build a new bridge between passenger-car comfort and utility.
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Tesla Cybercab set to launch in Austin on September 3
Tesla’s two-seat robotaxi without a steering wheel is moving closer to everyday use in Austin. For customers, the launch remains above all a test case for autonomous mobility, regulation, and future vehicle concepts.
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Volkswagen chief warns workforce: restructuring remains central for VW
Volkswagen is sharpening its internal tone: The group leadership describes the situation as extremely tense and is pushing for further cost discipline. For customers, dealers and employees, this is about more than rounds of savings – it is about the brand’s competitiveness in a phase of expensive electrification, weak margins and strong competition.
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Volkswagen Shows California Beach and Electric ID. California Cruise
Volkswagen is bringing two camper concepts to the Caravan Salon 2026: a reimagined California Beach and the ID. California Cruise as a preview of electric motorhomes.
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Ford Fathom: Compact electric pickup to start from $28,350
Ford is planning a more affordable electric pickup in the format of the Maverick for 2027. The expected entry price of $28,350 and LFP batteries could significantly change the segment.
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Stellantis considers selling Brampton plant after Jeep Compass relocation
Stellantis could shut down and sell the long-established Brampton Assembly Plant in Ontario. The trigger is apparently the decision to move future Jeep Compass production to the USA.
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Porsche 911 Carrera S: Manual transmission returns to North America in 2027
Porsche is bringing back the 911 Carrera S with a six-speed manual transmission for the 2027 model year in North America. The variant combines 473 hp with a deliberately more analog driver role.
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