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wrote a new post, Ford Recalls 565,691 Bronco and Bronco Raptor SUVs Over Engine Bay Fire Risk -- from Automotive Addicts

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:23:35 -0500

Ford is recalling 565,691 Bronco and Bronco Raptor SUVs in the United States because of a potential fire risk tied to the engine compartment wiring harness. The recall covers certain Full Article »
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wrote a new post, 2027 Toyota Crown Gets Updated Hybrid Power and a Subtle Styling Refresh -- from Automotive Addicts

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:22:15 -0500

Toyota is giving the 2027 Crown a light but meaningful update, keeping its unusual sedan-meets-crossover formula while adding a new hybrid system to most of the lineup. The Crown has Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Why a VIN Search Should Be Your First Step Before Buying a Used Car -- from Automotive Addicts

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:36:33 -0500

Buying a used vehicle involves more than comparing prices and inspecting the exterior. A car may look well-maintained while still having a history of accidents, insurance claims, title issues, or Full Article »
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wrote a new post, 2026 Honda Odyssey Invoice Price, Dealer Cost, and How to Get the Best Deal Near You -- from Automotive Addicts

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 01:26:36 -0500

If you are shopping for a 2026 Honda Odyssey and want to know what dealers are actually paying, what a fair price looks like across every trim, or how to Full Article »
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wrote a new post, 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Invoice Price, Dealer Cost, and How to Get the Best Deal Near You -- from Automotive Addicts

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:24:53 -0500

If you are shopping for a 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid and want to know what dealers are actually paying, what a fair price looks like across every hybrid trim, or Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Next Cadillac CT5-V Will Get a Naturally Aspirated V8 and Manual Transmission -- from Automotive Addicts

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:24:22 -0500

The Cadillac CT5-V rumor mill is spinning again, this time without the help of a supercharger as this latest development makes a strong follow-up to our previous report on a Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Honda Civic Si Production Is Pausing After 2026 but a New Si Is Still Coming -- from Automotive Addicts

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:22:16 -0500

Honda is putting the Civic Si on pause after the 2026 model year, but this is not a full goodbye for one of the brand’s most beloved affordable performance cars. Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Honda Confirms Third-Gen Ridgeline Pickup With Rugged Redesign Coming Within Two Years -- from Automotive Addicts

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:22:15 -0500

Honda has officially confirmed that the Ridgeline will live on with a third-generation model, ending recent uncertainty around the future of its unibody midsize pickup. The next Ridgeline is expected Full […]

wrote a new post, Mercedes-Benz Faces Possible U.S. Sales Ban Threat Under Senate China Vehicle Bill -- from Automotive Addicts

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:24:26 -0500

Mercedes-Benz has unexpectedly found itself caught in the middle of Washington’s latest push to restrict Chinese influence in the U.S. auto market. The Senate Commerce Committee has approved legislation that Fu […]

wrote a new post, 2027 Toyota Sequoia Trailhunter Brings Full-Size SUV Capability Deeper Into the Off-Road Mix -- from Automotive Addicts

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:24:25 -0500

Toyota is giving the 2027 Sequoia a useful refresh, and the headline is the addition of a new Trailhunter package for buyers who want more off-road hardware without stepping all Full Article »
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wrote a new post, How Long-Haul Truck Drivers Can Find Reliable Fuel Stops Faster -- from Automotive Addicts

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:23:18 -0500

For long haul truck drivers, every mile really matters. Like, a wellplanned route can cut fuel costs, save some driving time that you actually need, and reduce that constant background stress. Full Article »
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wrote a new post, What to Check Before Buying a Nissan in 2026 -- from Automotive Addicts

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:23:18 -0500

Buying a Nissan in 2026 should start with the way the vehicle will be used every week: commuting distance, parking space, passenger needs, cargo habits, fuel budget, weather, and how Full Article »
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wrote a new post, 2026 Cadillac Lyriq V Premium Review & Test Drive -- from Automotive Addicts

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:26:29 -0500

Cadillac has certainly made some major moves in the past few years to better position itself deep into its American luxury segment. Some of that movement is in part thanks Full Article »
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wrote a new post, 2026 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Invoice Price, Dealer Cost, and How to Get the Best Deal Near You -- from Automotive Addicts

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:25:03 -0500

If you are shopping for a 2026 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport and want to know what dealers are actually paying, what a fair price looks like across every trim, or Full Article »
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wrote a new post, 2026 Nissan Kicks Invoice Price, Dealer Cost, and How to Get the Best Deal Near You -- from Automotive Addicts

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:26:01 -0500

If you are shopping for a 2026 Nissan Kicks and want to know what dealers are actually paying, what a fair price looks like across every trim, or how to Full Article »
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wrote a new post, 2026 INFINITI QX60 Pricing: A Major Refresh, a Brand-New Sport Grade, and What Real Buyers Are Paying -- from Automotive Addicts

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:26:14 -0500

The 2026 INFINITI QX60 is a genuinely different vehicle from what was on the lot last year, and it is worth understanding what changed before you compare prices. INFINITI applied Full Article »
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wrote a new post, 2026 Jeep Gladiator Invoice Price, Dealer Cost, and How to Get the Best Deal Near You -- from Automotive Addicts

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 20:22:07 -0500

If you are shopping for a 2026 Jeep Gladiator and want to know what dealers are actually paying, what a fair price looks like across every trim, or how to Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Nissan Leaf NISMO Brings Sportier EV Style to Japan but U.S. Buyers May Miss Out -- from Automotive Addicts

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 20:22:06 -0500

Nissan has given the new Leaf the NISMO treatment, turning its practical electric daily driver into something with sharper reflexes, bolder styling, and a little more attitude. The catch, at Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Toyota’s Rumored Mid-Engine GR Sports Car May Have Been Caught Testing at Fuji Speedway -- from Automotive Addicts

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 20:22:06 -0500

Toyota’s performance division may be getting very serious about its next sports car, and a short video from Fuji Speedway has added more fuel to the rumor mill. A prototype Full Article »
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wrote a new post, 2026 Genesis GV70 Pricing: What Real Buyers Are Paying on the Luxury SUV That Punches Above Its Class -- from Automotive Addicts

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:21:22 -0500

J.D. Power put it plainly in their 2026 GV70 analysis: the Genesis GV70 offers a luxury and performance value ratio better than nearly any rival in its segment, priced closer Full Article »
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wrote a new post, FixGo Expands to San Diego County with 20 New Tire-Installation Partners -- from Automotive Addicts

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:22:28 -0500

LOS ANGELES, CA — July 6, 2026 — FixGo, an online tire retailer that pairs web-based purchasing with local installation, has expanded into San Diego County, adding 20 partner installation Full Article »
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wrote a new post, 2026 Hyundai Venue Invoice Price, Dealer Cost, and How to Get the Best Deal Near You -- from Automotive Addicts

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:22:10 -0500

If you are shopping for a 2026 Hyundai Venue and want to know what dealers are actually paying, what a fair price looks like across every trim, or how to Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Fayence Yellow Porsche Carrera GT Auction Shows How a $448,300 Supercar Could Become a $5 Million Investment -- from Automotive Addicts

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:22:10 -0500

We have officially entered a new dimension in the collector-car world, where analog supercars that once seemed impossibly expensive at around $450,000 new are now being treated like blue-chip assets. Full […]

wrote a new post, Aston Martin Vanquish 25 Celebrates a Quarter Century of V12 Flagship Performance -- from Automotive Addicts

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:22:10 -0500

Aston Martin is marking 25 years of the Vanquish nameplate with a special edition that feels properly tailored to the moment. The new Vanquish 25, created through Q by Aston Full Article »
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wrote a new post, 2026 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Invoice Price, Dealer Cost, and How to Get the Best Deal Near You -- from Automotive Addicts

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:22:09 -0500

If you are shopping for a 2026 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and want to know what dealers are actually paying, what a fair price looks like across every hybrid trim, or Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Renting a Car In Australia: What to Know First -- from Automotive Addicts

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:21:15 -0500

Australia is built for a road trip. The distances are huge, the coastlines are long, and the best stops rarely sit near a train line. For most visitors, a rental Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Range Rover GT Previewed as the Brand’s Most Car-Like Electric Grand Tourer -- from Automotive Addicts

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:21:15 -0500

Land Rover is preparing to expand beyond its familiar SUV formula with the new Range Rover GT, a lower, sleeker electric grand tourer that will become the fifth member of Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Cadillac XT6 Is Coming Back With Gas Power as Three-Row SUV Demand Remains Strong -- from Automotive Addicts

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:21:15 -0500

Cadillac is bringing the XT6 back, and it will return with a gas-powered engine. After ending the three-row midsize SUV following the 2025 model year, Cadillac has confirmed that the Full Article »
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wrote a new post, 2027 Toyota Tundra Trailhunter Brings Factory Off-Road Upgrades to the SR5 -- from Automotive Addicts

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:27:46 -0500

Toyota is giving the 2027 Tundra a tougher personality with the addition of a new Trailhunter package, bringing factory-backed off-road hardware to its full-size pickup without pushing buyers straight into Full […]

wrote a new post, Trump Adds 50 Percent Tariffs on Canadian Goods as Auto Trade Fight Escalates -- from Automotive Addicts

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:22:47 -0500

The trade fight between the United States and Canada is escalating again, and the auto industry is right in the middle of it. President Donald Trump has ordered 50 percent Full Article »
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wrote a new post, U.S. Automakers Race to Remove Chinese Connected-Car Hardware as New Federal Rules Loom -- from Automotive Addicts

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:22:46 -0500

The U.S. auto industry is entering another major supply-chain shift, and this one reaches deep into the electronics that make modern vehicles connected. Automakers and suppliers are moving quickly to Full […]

wrote a new post, What to Do if You Bought a Defective Vehicle -- from Automotive Addicts

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:31:09 -0500

Buying a new car can be life-changing to some, but a major liability to others who unknowingly bought a lemon. It can be frustrating to deal with a vehicle that Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Successor Reportedly Planned as Next-Gen Super Sedan Takes Shape -- from Automotive Addicts

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:31:09 -0500

Cadillac’s CT5-V Blackwing may not be heading quietly into history after all. While the current-generation CT5-V Blackwing is set to end after the 2026 model year, a new report from Full Article »
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wrote a new post, 2027 Mercedes-Maybach GLS680 Brings 603 HP V8 Power and Over-the-Top Luxury SUV Presence -- from Automotive Addicts

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:31:27 -0500

Mercedes-Maybach has never been about blending in, and the 2027 Mercedes-Maybach GLS680 makes that very clear from the first glance. Revealed as Mercedes introduced its first U.S. MANUFAKTUR hub in Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Acura Could Finally Get a Larger Three-Row Flagship SUV to Challenge the Lexus TX -- from Automotive Addicts

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:31:27 -0500

Acura may finally be preparing the larger three-row luxury SUV that many dealers and shoppers have wanted for years. According to recent reporting out of Automotive News, Honda is planning Full Article »
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wrote a new post, 14 Common Myths About Car Insurance Increases After An Accident -- from Automotive Addicts

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:26:41 -0500

Ask around about what happens to your insurance after an accident, and you’ll hear a different answer from every person in the room. Your coworker’s rate doubled. Your mom didn’t Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Stellantis Names New Jeep and Ram CEOs as North America Turnaround Push Continues -- from Automotive Addicts

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:25:18 -0500

Stellantis is making another major leadership move in North America, naming new CEOs for two of its most important brands. Matt VanDyke has been appointed CEO of Ram effective immediately, Full Article »
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wrote a new post, 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Pricing: What Real Buyers Are Paying on the Luxury Sedan KBB Calls a Favorite -- from Automotive Addicts

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:21:48 -0500

Kelley Blue Book said it plainly in their 2026 E-Class review: if they had the budget, they would probably head straight to a Mercedes-Benz dealership and drive away with one. Full Article »
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wrote a new post, 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Pricing: The EV That Just Got $9,155 Cheaper and Is Still Selling Above Sticker -- from Automotive Addicts

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:21:47 -0500

If you are shopping for a 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 and want to know what dealers are actually charging, what a fair price looks like across every trim, or how Full Article »
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wrote a new post, McLaren P50 Manual Gearbox Rumor Could Signal a Wild Return to Three-Pedal Supercars -- from Automotive Addicts

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:31:28 -0500

McLaren may be preparing one of its most enthusiast-focused surprises in decades, if the latest rumor out of the supercar world proves true. According to TheSupercarBlog, the British automaker is Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Genesis GV90 Aims for a Rolls-Royce Moment With Coach Doors and Flagship Electric Luxury -- from Automotive Addicts

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:22:06 -0500

Genesis has been steadily building credibility as a true luxury brand, but the upcoming GV90 could be its biggest statement yet. The full-size electric SUV is expected to sit at Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Dodge Charger Sixpack Is Getting More Power but a HEMI Comeback Still Looks Unlikely -- from Automotive Addicts

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:22:06 -0500

Dodge appears ready to give muscle car fans something new to talk about, even if it is not the long-rumored HEMI comeback many still want. A more powerful gas-powered Dodge Full Article »
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wrote a new post, The Point When Handling a Car Accident Alone Stops Making Sense -- from Automotive Addicts

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:25:37 -0500

Many car accident claims begin as relatively straightforward matters. A collision occurs, insurance information is exchanged, vehicle repairs are arranged, and the injured person expects the process to move […]

wrote a new post, Cadillac’s Return to Luxury: How the Brand Has Evolved -- from Automotive Addicts

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:25:36 -0500

When Henry Ford’s second company went under in 1902, his business partners brought engineer Henry Leland in to evaluate the company assets for sale. Henry Leland decided to use the Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Key Steps to Take After a Collision Causes Serious Injuries -- from Automotive Addicts

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:25:36 -0500

Serious trauma after a violent crash often affects muscles, nerves, organs, and mood long after the incident. Early decisions affect treatment, documentation, and financial recovery. Prompt action helps preserve […]

wrote a new post, 2027 Volkswagen Atlas Pricing Starts at $41,610 With More Standard Features and a More Premium Cabin -- from Automotive Addicts

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:25:35 -0500

Volkswagen has announced pricing for the all-new 2027 Atlas, and the second-generation three-row SUV is arriving with more standard equipment, bolder styling, and a noticeably more upscale interior. The 2027 […]

wrote a new post, ADVENTURES TO NOWHERE. -- from Rants

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:27:34 -0500

Editor’s Note: This week, Peter discusses the current state of the business for the U.S. automakers and their obsession with producing hot-rodded off-road vehicles in order to maximize profits from their […]

wrote a new post, Range Rover Sport Electric Previewed as Land Rover’s Next Performance EV SUV -- from Automotive Addicts

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:45:01 -0500

Land Rover is preparing to add a fully electric version of the Range Rover Sport to its lineup, giving one of its most popular luxury SUVs a new battery-powered direction. Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Honda Prologue EV Killed Off After 2026 as Brand Steps Back From U.S. Electric SUV Push -- from Automotive Addicts

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:27:04 -0500

Honda is pulling the plug on the Prologue after just three model years, bringing an early end to the brand’s only fully electric vehicle currently sold in the United States. Full Article »
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wrote a new post, Bugatti W16 Era Ends With the Final Mistral Roadster and a 1,578 HP Farewell -- from Automotive Addicts

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:27:03 -0500

Bugatti has officially reached the end of one of the most outrageous engine chapters in automotive history. After years of celebrating the eventual retirement of its quad-turbocharged 8.0-liter W16, the Full […]