General Motors recalls 2012 Sonics for missing parts

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It’s small compared to massive recent numbers, but General Motors is recalling more than 4,000 Chevrolet Sonics because of missing brake pads. It’s the auto industry’s first recall of the pending new year. According to GM, some Sonics could be missing an inner or outer brake pad, resulting in longer braking distances. No crashes or injuries have been reported. The recall involves 4,296 Sonics (2012 models) sold in the United States and manufactured in the assembly plant in Orion Township, Mich. It makes Sonics for U.S. and Canadian markets. Dealers will inspect front brakes on Sonics for missing inner or

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2021-2024 Ford Bronco Recall for Rear Shock Absorbers

Ford Motor Company has issued a safety recall for approximately 149,449 Bronco SUVs due to a potential defect in the rear shock absorbers. The recall affects 2021-2024 model year Broncos equipped with the Badlands trim or Sasquatch package. The Issue The long flange rear shock absorbers in affected vehicles may experience corrosion between the external reservoir, mounting flange, and damper body. This corrosion can lead to the separation of the external reservoir from the shock absorber. If the external reservoir detaches, it could create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash. Ford estimates that approximately

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2020 Lexus LX 570: pricey rugged luxury

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A luxury sport utility vehicle with strong attributes for off-road use is a niche offering in the vastly varied automotive marketplace. It’s a head-shaking quality of the 2020 Lexus LX 570. The wisdom of excursions on rugged terrain in a top-line luxury vehicle may be questionable. But as one friend who’s refreshingly dispassionate about automobiles often says: “If no one bought ’em, they wouldn’t make ’em.” Key Takeaways 5.7-liter V8 produces 383 hp with 7,000-pound tow rating: The only powertrain pairs an eight-speed automatic with standard four-wheel drive in a body-on-frame platform weighing roughly 6,000 pounds. Two-row or three-row configuration

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2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe: Lots of car, lots of money

Four-door coupe is among the automotive industry’s numerous contradictory terms. But since 2005 when the idea of a sloping roofline on a four-door sedan returned after a several-decade hiatus, it’s become a thing. Mercedes-Benz featured the idea in its C class; BMW is now participating with its 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe. Key Takeaways 600 to 617 hp from a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8: The standard M8 Gran Coupe makes 600 hp; the Competition trim bumps to 617 hp. Both produce 553 lb-ft of torque and reach 60 mph in 3.1 seconds. Base MSRP of $130,000 climbs to $154,295 as-tested: Carbon

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2020 Lexus RC F: Strong luxury sedan, rivals stronger

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Introduced in 2015, the Lexus RC F is the third vehicle in the Toyota luxury brand’s performance-oriented lineup. Like its sedan, SUV and speed-geared siblings, it has plenty to offer. The Lexus RC F has aggressive styling, 19-inch wheels, quad exhaust tips and a carbon-fiber roof panel. The engine is a naturally aspirated 472-horsepower 5.0-liter V8. It has Brembo brakes, improved and more aggressive suspension tuning and is rear-wheel drive. Key Takeaways 472-hp naturally aspirated V8 resists the turbo trend: The 5.0-liter V8 pairs with Brembo brakes, 19-inch wheels, a carbon-fiber roof, and quad exhaust tips for a 4.3-second 0-60

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2023 Cadillac LYRIQ: Carmaker’s first EV SUV pending

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If there’s any doubt about how quickly the automotive industry is changing, consider the former gas-guzzler reputation of Cadillac. Once the automotive beacon for bigger meant better and better meant lots of fuel, Cadillac has just revealed its 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ. Key Takeaways Cadillac’s first EV arrives with 300 miles of estimated range: A 100-kWh battery pack, 340 horsepower, and rear-wheel-drive Ultium Platform underpin the brand’s shift away from its gas-guzzler reputation. Starting price expected at $59,997: Cadillac announced reservations would open in September 2021, with production at GM’s Spring Hill, Tennessee plant and deliveries beginning in the first half

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2022 BMW Alpina B8 Gran Coupe: purists’ joy

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For some BMW purists, the 8 Series sedan isn’t enough. Fine. How about the 2022 BMW Alpina B8 Gran Coupe? It’s quick, stunningly attractive and rare with about 2,000 manufactured for those with discriminating tastes, the need for more performance and possessing deep pockets. Founded in 1965, Alpina, the German customization specialty company, and BMW have maintained a long business relationship. The former works independently but it’s also permanently partnered with BMW. The collaboration morphs into vehicles greater than the sum of the two companies. Key Takeaways 612-hp twin-turbo V8 splits the M8 lineup: Positioned between the 600-hp M8 and

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2022 Lexus LC 500h: unheralded luxury

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The 2022 Lexus LC 500h, now in its seventh year, provides a superior example of one vehicle with complementary multiple personalities. The mesh of traits results in a car greater than its individual strengths combined. A hybrid-electric coupe, the LC 500h features two electric motors with a 3.5-liter V6 producing 354 horsepower and a manufacturer-estimated 4.7-second effort from 0 to 60 miles per hour. It’s propelled with a 10-speed automatic transmission. The top speed is 155 miles per hour. Key Takeaways Hybrid V6 delivers 354 hp and a 4.7-second 0-60: A 3.5-liter V6 paired with two electric motors and a

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Velocity Invitational 2026 Brings Live Cars & Bids Auction to Sonoma

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Velocity Invitational 2026 partners with Cars & Bids for a live on-site auction at Sonoma Raceway, May 29-31. Featured: a 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia TZ from the Petersen.

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Top Benefits of Hiring Charter Bus Services in NYC for Airport Transfers!

Traveling to and from airports in New York City can feel stressful. Traffic is heavy. Parking is limited. Public transport can be crowded, especially with luggage. This is why many travelers now choose a charter bus in New York for airport transfers. Whether you are planning a group trip, corporate travel, or a family event, a charter bus offers a simple and reliable solution. Below are the key benefits that make this option a smart choice. 1. Easy Group Travel Without Stress! Managing a group in NYC is not easy. If everyone travels in separate cars or taxis, delays are

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6 Easiest Ways to Get Free Removal for Your Junk Car

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If your car is old, damaged, broken, or completely non-running, it can quickly become more trouble than it’s worth. Sitting in your driveway or yard, it takes up space, attracts dust and rust, and can even become a safety hazard. The good news is that you do not have to deal with it on your own. Several services and programs exist that will remove your junk car for free, and some will even give you cash or a tax deduction. 1. Sell Your Junk Car to ByeCar and Get Free Removal One of the most straightforward ways to get free

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Hypercars and Exotics at NYIAS 2026: From a $2.8M Danish V12 to Travis Pastrana’s Stunt Bentley

Zenvo Aurora Agil, Lamborghini Temerario, Porsche 911 GT3 Manthey, Rolls-Royce Spectre Black Badge, and more exotics at the 2026 New York Auto Show.

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Jeep Cherokee Returns and 650-HP Recon EV Headline Jeep’s 85th Anniversary at New York Auto Show

The 2026 Jeep Cherokee returns as a hybrid starting at $36,995 and the all-electric Recon delivers 650 hp for $65,000 at the New York Auto Show.

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2027 Infiniti QX65 Revives the Coupe-SUV Infiniti Invented, Starting at $55,535

The 2027 Infiniti QX65 debuts at NYIAS with a 268-hp VC-Turbo engine, real gold paint, Klipsch audio, and 6,000-lb towing from $55,535.

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2027 Corvette Grand Sport Debuts New 6.7-Liter V8 as Final C8 Core Model

The 2027 Corvette Grand Sport brings a new 535-hp LS6 V8, the 721-hp Grand Sport X hybrid, and the 2,000-hp CX concept to the New York Auto Show.

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2013 Toyota Highlander: Polished, roomy crossover

To the surprise of many, American station wagons from the 1950s and 1960s are becoming very desirable. One can only guess if the 2013 Toyota Highlander crossover will eventually become a collector’s item. The 2013 Highlander I tested had the smoothness of one of those old, big domestic V-8 wagons—along with lots of room. Although it’s from Japan’s Toyota, this second-generation Highlander has American flavor because it was designed at Calty Design Research in Newport Beach, Calif., and is assembled at Toyota’s Motor Manufacturing facility in Princeton, Indiana—part of America’s heartland. The Highlander won’t win beauty contests, but has clean,

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