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Ford President and CEO to Interview Tom Brady, Emelia Hartford, Others in New Podcast 5.19.2022
Jim Farley, President and CEO of Ford Motor Company, is starting up a new podcast where he interviews various celebrities, business leaders, and, of course, gearheads. Simply titled Drive with Jim Farley, the podcast will feature Farley and one guest during each episode. Each conversation will touch on their “drive:” not just what they daily (though that is… Read More
Land Rover Teases New Defender 130: an 8-Seater Adventurer 5.19.2022
Land Rover has teased their new Defender 130 ahead of its March 31st reveal. So far, we know the Defender 130 will be able to seat eight occupants in a new three-row configuration. The new utility will traverse both highway and highgrounds alike with a 4x4 drive system, though exact powertrain details are yet to be disclosed. Land Rover claims the new… Read More
Toyota Tundra SX Appearance Package for SR5’s 5.18.2022
Toyota has added a new SX Package for the 2023 Tundra SR5. This cosmetic package substitutes many of the black trim pieces for body-matched alternatives-- like the door handles and rear inboard bumper. Tundra’s equipped with the SX Package can be finished in one of four colors: White, Magnetic Gray Metallic, Celestial Silver Metallic, and Midnight Black… Read More
Genesis First Electric Vehicle, GV60, Launches in US 5.18.2022
Genesis Motor America has opened sales for its first all-electric vehicle, the 2023 GV60 SUV. The new model not only serves as the brand’s first EV, but as the first step in their electrification goals. The all-electric GV80 sedan is expected to launch this summer, and Genesis has planned to offer an exclusively-electric lineup by 2030. The GV60 comes… Read More
BMW 3 Series Updated with New Looks, Fresh Features, and More Tech 5.17.2022
BMW has yanked the curtain off their latest 3 Series sedan, boasting an updated appearance and a suite of improvements. Having seen its most recent redesign for 2019, this updated 3 Series builds on the seventh generation’s impressive success, continuing to offer a variety of powertrain and trim options. Starting the list of powertrains is the familiar… Read More
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Cadillac LYRIQ Electric SUV Charges Ahead for 2023 Launch 5.17.2022
Cadillac has confirmed various details and pricing on their upcoming 2023 LYRIQ electric SUV, slated for an official launch early next year. The LYRIQ will start at $62,990, excluding any unconfirmed delivery fees and not taking into account any potential federal tax credits. This price tag is for the rear-wheel drive model; the all-wheel model will start… Read More
Refreshed Lexus UX Revealed; Only Offered as Hybrid in US 5.16.2022
Lexus has pulled the curtains on their refreshed 2023 UXh SUVs, packing new technology and modified looks across various trims. Along with the model updates, Lexus has confirmed the UX to only be available as a hybrid in the United States, said to further align with the brand’s future electrification goals. This move will help the automaker expand upon… Read More
Maserati’s New Spyder: The MC20 Cielo 5.16.2022
Maserati has name dropped their all-new spyder sports car: the MC20 Cielo. The name “Cielo” means “sky” in Italian, referring to its openair driving experience. The vehicle will be based on the MC20, though it is unclear if the Cielo will simply be a drop-top variant of the MC20 or if it will offer a bespoke set of equipment/powertrain options. What we do… Read More
Toyota Venza Receives Nightshade Treatment 5.13.2022
Toyota is bringing their Nightshade trim to the Venza midsize CUV for the 2023 model year. The Nightshade package has been incorporated into various Toyota models, like the Camry, Corolla, Prius, and Tacoma, among others, each time adding a stealthy aesthetic to each model. The 2023 Venza is no different, receiving blackout trim and wheels. For starters,… Read More
Volkswagen to Revive Scout Brand with Electric Pickup 5.13.2022
Volkswagen has announced their plans to revive the US-brand Scout by producing an electric pickup and SUV. The automaker has created a lot of buzz as of late with their plans to revive the microbus segment with their all-electric ID. Buzz, and now again by defibrillating the Scout name. Prototypes of their initial offerings will be released next year, with… Read More