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2025 Kia Niro Is Basically the Same But Slightly More Expensive
The Kia Niro is a vehicular Swiss Army Knife for those looking for a cost-effective A-to-B daily driver. It’s just big enough to have reasonable utility and the option for three different drivetrains (hybrid, PHEV, or EV) gives buyers plenty of choices depending on their lifestyle and commuting needs. It certainly has its shortcomings, like a second row of seats that does not fold flat, or the lack of an AWD option for those who live in snowy climates. However, the Kia Niro remains a solid, ... Read more
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2025 Audi A3 Sedan First Look
Much like the four-ring brand's overall design language, the new 2025 Audi A3 keeps things subtle. Audi's refresh of its entry-level sedan has made its official debut and for now the list of new features is relatively short. Its exterior gets a few sharp updates including some new customizable LED headlights while the interior generally stays the same. Let's break down the details, talk about the two versions of the A3 the North American market isn't getting, and what we can expect in the near ... Read more
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2025 Cadillac Optiq EV SUV Has Standard AWD and Starts at $54,390
The electric Cadillac Lyriq will soon be joined on showroom floors by a smaller sibling, the 2025 Cadillac Optiq. The new compact EV SUV shares its battery and dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain with the Chevy Equinox EV, but the ritzier Caddy version is much more expensive. Cadillac will offer the Optiq with two distinct trim levels, Luxury and Sport. However, within those trims, each will have two different levels of standard equipment. The Optiq Luxury 1 starts at $54,390. Stepping up ... Read more
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Tesla will postpone its highly anticipated autonomous robotaxi vehicle
After years of delays, a new report asserts that Tesla's robotaxi, which will operate through a new ride-hailing service, will be shown on October 10. The long-awaited Tesla robotaxi may finally rear its head in a month's time. Tesla CEO Elon Musk has hinted at the car for years, originally claiming it would launch in 2020 before constantly pushing back its arrival. Now, according to a report from Bloomberg, the robotaxi will be unveiled on October 10 at an event at the Warner Bros. ... Read more
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2025 Volkswagen Taos: Design changes come with tech updates and more power under the hood.
The 2025 Volkswagen Taos isn't a next-generation vehicle, but it's not a simple refresh of last year's model, either. The SUV gets a modest redesign on the outside, bringing it more in line with other VW vehicles. The interior also receives some upgrades, and there's a more powerful engine under the hood, among other things. Let's start with the exterior, where you'll find a new front fascia and grille. Actually, the grille is now relegated to the lower fascia, with the upper portion ... Read more
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The 2025 Lincoln Aviator Needs To Try Harder
A very mild mid-cycle refresh leaves us with an uglier face, a dated interior, and the Ford Explorer’s personality. It’s hard to believe the Lincoln Aviator is already five years old. Credit the SUV’s handsome styling and posh interior, which really turned heads back in the day. Having almost 500 horsepower didn’t hurt, either, but much has changed in the world since then. You know what hasn’t changed much? The Lincoln Aviator. While the Aviator receives a minor mid-cycle refresh for ... Read more
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2025 Bentley Flying Spur: This Is It
With a new hybrid V-8, it’s the most powerful sedan Bentley has ever built. Bentley's iconic W-12 engine is headed to the big junkyard in the sky (RIP). In its place is a new hybrid V-8 with even more power. That setup debuted in the 2025 Continental GT Speed, and now you'll find it under the hood of the 2025 Flying Spur. The 2025 Flying Spur is the most powerful sedan Bentley has ever built. Its new twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 hybrid makes 771 horsepower and 738 pound-feet of torque, ... Read more
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Mercedes Recalls 116K GLE, GLS Models for Fire Risk Under Passenger Seat
A 48-volt ground wire could come loose, but there are no reports of injuries or property damage at this time. Mercedes-Benz has issued a spooky recall for 116,020 SUVs built from 2019 through 2024. A 48-volt ground cable could work loose, and there's enough electricity to potentially make things rather hot in the area. If things get too hot, there's a risk of a fire. And the cable is located under the passenger front seat. Yikes. Fortunately, Mercedes doesn't list any known instances of ... Read more
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2024 BMW X5 Protection VR6 Debuts As Armor-Plated 530-HP SUV
The refreshed 2024 BMW X5 debuted earlier this year, and like the previous version, an armor-plated variant is available. Slated to make an in-person debut in September at the 2023 Munich Motor Show is the new BMW X5 Protection VR6. But we have the details of this bulletproof SUV available right now. A key aspect of this special BMW is that it is not easily distinguishable from other X5s. In fact, there's a sporty touch courtesy of the twin M bars in the front double kidney grille, M mirror ... Read more
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