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Porsche has revealed an upgrade package developed by Manthey-Racing for the 911 GT3 RS Wild aerodynamic modifications boost downforce to over 2,200 pounds at a speed of 177 mph The upgrade is priced from $116,160 and is available at Manthey-certified Porsche dealerships Porsche’s 992-generation 911 GT3 RS is already one of the most potent factory-built …

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Rolls-Royce is celebrating the year of the dragon on the Chinese zodiac calendar The automaker has revealed special-edition Phantoms with dragon motifs throughout The cars are the first special editions in the Phantom nameplate’s centennial year This year is the Year of the Dragon on the Chinese zodiac calendar, and Rolls-Royce is celebrating with a …

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The Tesla Model Y is receiving its first refresh since debuting six years ago The updated Model Y is expected to arrive in the U.S. this spring Tesla sales were down in 2024 Following its refresh of the Model 3, Tesla has released an updated version of the Model Y crossover, codenamed Juniper, though only …

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Scout received over 50,000 reservations since revealing its Terra pickup truck and Traveler SUV last fall Around 70% opted for the Traveler and over 50% opted for a hybrid powertrain The new Scouts are due in 2027 with a promised starting price below $60,000 Volkswagen Group’s new pickup and SUV brand, Scout, designed specifically for …

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Volkswagen will rollout Tesla Supercharger access for its EV customers this summer, when adapters will be ready for current CCS-equipped vehicles. “We get access to the network in June/July, when we have an official VW adapter,” VW spokesperson Mark Gillies told PCMag at CES 2025 this week, adding that the automaker is still lining up …

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The 2025 Ram HD gets styling updates that give it split headlights The Ram HD can tow up to 36,610 pounds The 2025 Ram Heavy Duty costs $47,560 when it goes on in the first quarter of this year After revealing updated styling a few months back, Stellantis on Tuesday provided more details on its …

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Trademarks for the Nissan Xtrerra name are being renewed, hinting at a possible return of the rugged SUV. Nissan filed trademark renewal applications for “Xterra” and “Nissan Xterra” in the U.S. Dec. 23, 2024. Both trademarks apply to “motor vehicles, namely automobiles, sport utility vehicles, and structural parts thereof.” 2015 Nissan Xterra Trademark filings can …

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Modern LED headlights have a problem: They’re bright, compact, and energy-efficient, but they don’t generate as much heat as HID or halogen lights. That means they’re more likely to accumulate a coating of snow, ice, or moisture that can disrupt illumination. Rivian appears to be working on a solution. In a patent application filed with …

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The Tesla Model Y is about to receive its first solid refresh. It was recently spied undergoing testing on public roads, and those photos show the updated Model Y should follow a similar path as the facelifted Model 3 that proceeded it in 2023. The updated 2026 Tesla Model Y is expected to go on …

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General Motors is investigating a new way of configuring prismatic battery cells to improve cooling characteristics. A patent filing from the automaker published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), dated Dec. 26, 2024 but originally filed by GM Jun. 23, 2023, details stacking of layers in an inverted “U” shape, as opposed …

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