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Ford has suspended shipments of the 2024 F-150 Lightning electric pickup, citing quality issues. The Detroit News called the suspension “part of a longer-than-expected quality inspection process.” The trade publication Automotive News reported that the move was taken because of “undisclosed quality issues.” It’s not the first time Ford has done this… Source: Kelley Blue Book
Toyota will recall approximately 381,000 2022 and 2023 model year Tacoma pickup trucks due to a possible problem with the rear axle. “Weld debris left on the end of the rear axle assembly during manufacturing can cause certain retaining nuts to loosen over time and eventually fall off,” Toyota said in a press release. Source: Kelley Blue Book
Mercedes-Benz designed the 2024 CLE to thread the needle. This replaces both his two-door models, the C-Class and E-Class, although both will continue as his four-door cars. Fittingly, the price is right between them. This is part of a larger plan to shrink Mercedes’ lineup by offering fewer coupes and wagons. The 2024 CLE Coupe… Source: Kelley Blue Book
“Hey Mercedes, turn the heat down two degrees.” “Well, Sean,” Car says, then asks, “How was your talk with the editor?” Is he going to agree to a hypothetical intro? ” “I didn’t ask. I just submitted.” “Oh, again,” the car replied. Talking cars are no longer the future. Many 2024 models… Source: Kelley Blue Book
Hyundai and its Genesis luxury car have recalled more than 90,000 vehicles due to an engine compartment fire risk. The recalled models include: In case these names cause any confusion, Hyundai produced a luxury car called the Hyundai Genesis before spinning off Genesis as its own separate brand. The company says… Source: Kelley Blue Book
Honda this week unveiled an all-new hydrogen fuel cell vehicle based on a popular Honda model. The name comes from the fact that the Sesame Street monsters are so hyperactive that they can’t concentrate long enough to film a scene. Introducing the 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV. Differences from other fuel cell vehicles Most cars in the world are powered by Read More
The 2024 Mazda CX-50 and 2024 Toyota RAV4 are compact SUVs with space for five people and an enviable reputation for offering a lot of value for your car buying budget. First introduced for the 2023 model year, the handsome Mazda CX-50 comes standard with all-wheel drive (AWD) and a choice of two engines. You might think it’s a little Read More
When looking for a new vehicle, buyers may consider the largest vehicle in one class and the smallest vehicle in the next size segment, since they may end up being about the same size. This is the case for the 2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid and the 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid, with the latter belonging to a larger class of vehicles. Read More
If automakers want the best safety scores, they might as well bring back the button. This week, the European Vehicle Safety Testing Agency announced draft new crash test regulations that will come into force in 2026. I wouldn’t give a car top marks if it didn’t have dedicated buttons for certain important functions. end of button You probably noticed something… Read More
Infiniti plans to replace its main SUV “QX80” with the 2025 model. Nissan’s luxury division is set to reveal its new car in full on March 20, but it is gradually releasing details to whet shoppers’ appetites for the big reveal. Last week we saw the first hint of the design – a near-perfect recreation… Source: Kelley Blue Book