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Toyota Motor Q2 FY 2027 Results – First Growth in Three Years!

Toyota Motor posted Q2 FY2027 results that showed Operating Income at ¥2.2 trillion – the first increase in three years. Continue reading →

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UAW Voters Persuasive in Trump Mid-Term Rout!

UAW Voters Persuasive in Trump Mid-Term Rout! Continue reading →

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Annals of Marketing – Dodge Returns to NASCAR

Dodge Returning to NASCAR Continue reading →

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Acura Begins U.S. Sales of NSX Reproduction Parts

Acura Begins U.S. Sales of NSX Reproduction Parts Continue reading →

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Lexus Recall for Instrument Panel Display Failures

The Lexus instrument panel may fail to display warnings or indicators. Continue reading →

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Audi to Build First American Plant in Georgia

Trump Thumped – Audi to Build first American plant! Continue reading →

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MBUSA Recalls 30,000 Vehicles for Brake Hose Failures

Brake hoses may rupture without warning Continue reading →

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Ram 1500 Recall for Bad Tire Pressure Monitoring

Inaccurate indication of tire pressure may result in tire failure Continue reading →

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Cause of Ongoing Volkswagen ID.4 Battery Fires Unknown

“The root cause is unknown, however in certain high-voltage batteries within the affected vehicle population, certain charging profiles combined with a state of charge over 80% may trigger thermal propagation within the high-voltage battery.” Continue reading →

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Michigan Governor Whitmer Against Trump Tariffs in WSJ

“A strong economy requires a trade policy that works with our partners, brings supply chains home and makes life affordable,” wrote Governor Whitmer. “That’s why I recently called the president to relay how the ever-changing tariff policy is hurting Michigan businesses and families. We need to be smart and strategic about trade policy, and lower costs so we can bring back American manufacturing.” Continue reading →

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Annals of Marketing – New User Interface on GM Pickups

“Infotainment is a top priority for drivers,* but complex menus shouldn’t get in the way. Built directly around real customer feedback, GM’s new interface unifies software, hardware, and design to deliver fast access, clear information, and effortless control on every drive,” GM said. Continue reading →

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AAA – Annual New Vehicle Ownership Cost at $12,863 Up ~11%

AAA said the average annual full cost of vehicle ownership in 2026 is $12,863, up ~11% compared to 2025. Continue reading →

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Indy 500 Winner Rosenqvist to Be Honored in Värnamo

The 2026 Indianapolis 500 winner Felix Rosenqvist will be honored by his hometown, Värnamo, during a public celebration in the Swedish city. Continue reading →

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F-Series Fuel Tanks Falling Out – Ford Recalls 223,472 Pickups

Ford Motor is recalling model-year 2023-2027 F-Series pickups because the fuel tank may be incorrectly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving. Continue reading →

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Oil Prices Rocketing As Trump’s War Fails

“The war seems likely to continue, stockpiles are depleted, and Iranian attacks on energy infrastructure are becoming “more successful.” To boot, the Houthis appear poised to control access to the Red Sea, Harrell said. Oil flows remain depressed as traffic through Hormuz is still far below pre-war levels, and the administration’s attempts to boost supplies elsewhere have failed to make up the shortfall,” said Harrell. Continue reading →

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