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Genesis today announced prices for the 2025 GV80 Sport Utility Vehicle ranging from a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $57,700 to $79,300 plus $1350 freight for an updated version of the first Genesis SUV. It now has a new interior.* Most GV80 trims will be arriving at U.S. dealers in the coming weeks. The 2025 GV80 2.5T Standard AWD and 2025 GV80 2.5T Select AWD will be available this summer.
“The 2025 GV80 brings a new level of elevated cabin experience to the Genesis SUV lineup, making all occupants feel like honored guests,” said Claudia Marquez, chief operating officer of Genesis Motor North America. “Its new 27-inch widescreen display and array of new interior colors, materials, and finishes introduce an even greater sense of elegance to GV80.” Continue reading
Ford Maverick Pickups Recalled for Tail Light Failures
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Ford Motor Company is recalling more than 243,000 Maverick vehicles. The Body Control Module (BCM) on 2022-2024 models may deactivate one or both rear tail-lights without warning. The problem appears to be caused by a simple math error during the design phase of product development. The rear lamps use two position bulbs on a single circuit. However, the BCM current threshold was calibrated to the current draw for one bulb. This is a variation and expansion of a previous rear light recall. (AutoInformed on: Ford Recalls Maverick Pickups for Defective Software)
According to the required safety defect filing just released today by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the BCM supplied by Robert Bosch can falsely detect a current overload on one or both of the rear position lamp circuits, resulting in one or both of the lamps to be deactivated during driving. Lamps that fail to illuminate can cause reduced visibility to other drivers in dark conditions, increasing the risk of a collision. Continue reading →