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2026 Subaru Outback review: Great interior, refined drive, divisive looks
HeadlineFlip summary: The 2026 Subaru Outback maintains its familiar formula, offering a great interior and a refined driving experience. Its styling remains a point of contention for some.
Ford’s new AI assistant can check your fuel levels and tire pressure
HeadlineFlip summary: Ford is launching an AI assistant in its mobile apps to answer vehicle-specific questions about fuel, tire pressure, towing capacity, and service needs by accessing linked vehicle data.
Rare £3.7m Ferrari seized in police crackdown
HeadlineFlip summary: Ninety vehicles valued at over £8 million were seized during a weekend police operation in central London, including a rare Ferrari worth £3.7 million.
Volkswagen plans to win America back with a pickup, report says
HeadlineFlip summary: Volkswagen is reportedly planning to re-enter the American market with a new pickup truck, aiming to regain market share. The vehicle's pricing and electric capabilities are currently unknown.
Tesla and SpaceX will invest $16.8B to start building ‘Terafab’ chip factory in Texas
HeadlineFlip summary: Tesla and SpaceX will build a $16.8 billion chip factory, dubbed ‘Terafab,’ in Texas, north of Houston, following months of speculation.
GM, Chinese automaker extend joint venture for 20 years despite geopolitical tensions with U.S.
HeadlineFlip summary: General Motors and a Chinese automaker have extended their joint venture for two decades, concentrating on domestic sales and exporting Chevrolet vehicles from China to non-U.S. markets.
China is Tesla's cash cow, but for how much longer?
HeadlineFlip summary: Tesla's Shanghai factory is operating at high capacity, but its future relationship with China, its primary profit driver, is uncertain.
BMW’s in-car Spider-Man ad is villain behavior
HeadlineFlip summary: BMW is displaying banner ads for "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" on the dashboard of its vehicles, a move criticized as inappropriate for a premium brand and a distraction for drivers.
2027 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport X proves code is as important as hardware
HeadlineFlip summary: The 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport X features a 721-hp hybrid powertrain with minimal compromises, but comes with a high price tag, highlighting the importance of software integration.
2026 Volkswagen Jetta Sport: The cheap car isn't completely extinct yet
HeadlineFlip summary: The 2026 Volkswagen Jetta Sport is one of the cheapest new cars available at $25,305, but its affordability comes with compromises in features and quality.
BMW Is Showing Commercials on Their Car's Dash Screens as a Treat
HeadlineFlip summary: BMW is displaying advertisements on the dashboard screens of its vehicles, framing them as a "treat" for drivers. The move has sparked discussion and criticism regarding the integration of advertising into car interfaces.
GM and Ford are talking less and less about EVs
HeadlineFlip summary: GM and Ford are discussing electric vehicles less frequently on investor calls, returning to pre-pandemic levels of mention, according to new data.
Tesla reportedly might sell its China business ahead of a SpaceX merger
HeadlineFlip summary: Tesla is reportedly considering selling its China operations, potentially in anticipation of a SpaceX merger or in response to geopolitical tensions regarding Taiwan.
GM to launch new in-vehicle AI system later this year
HeadlineFlip summary: General Motors will introduce a new, customized in-vehicle AI system for its customers later this year.
Rivian reduces 2026 spending plans, narrows earnings guidance
HeadlineFlip summary: Rivian lowered its 2026 spending targets and tightened its loss forecast for the current year, according to its second-quarter financial report.
Tesla made its 10 millionth EV
HeadlineFlip summary: Tesla has produced its 10 millionth electric vehicle, a significant milestone that brings Elon Musk closer to achieving a substantial portion of his performance-based pay package.
Ferrari raises 2026 guidance after Q2 earnings beat
HeadlineFlip summary: Ferrari exceeded Q2 earnings expectations and has increased its 2026 financial guidance due to strong product demand.
Jeep maker Stellantis swings to profit on rising demand in North America; shares fall 5%
HeadlineFlip summary: Stellantis reported a second-quarter profit, driven by increased demand in North America. The company's shares experienced a 5% decline.
Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Wednesday
HeadlineFlip summary: Jim Cramer highlights key stock market events for Wednesday, including Ford's strong earnings and updates from memory chip makers SK Hynix and Seagate.
Audi continues U.S. product push with three-row Q9 SUV
HeadlineFlip summary: Audi is introducing a new three-row Q9 SUV to the U.S. market. This move aims to boost sales, which have been impacted by tariffs and a shift away from EVs.
Audi has a new flagship designed with the US in mind: The 2027 Q9
HeadlineFlip summary: Audi's new full-size flagship SUV, the 2027 Q9, is designed for the US market and will be available in Q4 starting at $87,700.
Saudi prince buys 5% stake in Lucid Motors
HeadlineFlip summary: Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund acquired a 5% stake in Lucid Motors, an electric vehicle manufacturer. This investment follows prior speculation about a potential privatization of the company.
Ford Motor is set to report earnings after the bell. Here's what Wall Street expects
HeadlineFlip summary: Ford Motor is scheduled to release its earnings report after market close. Wall Street anticipates adjusted earnings per share of 35 cents and automotive revenue of $45.86 billion.
GM Backs Sodium Ion Batteries for U.S. Grid Storage
HeadlineFlip summary: General Motors is supporting sodium-ion batteries for grid storage applications in the United States. This technology offers an alternative to lithium-ion batteries for large-scale energy storage solutions.
Rivian sues the US government for ‘full refund’ of Trump tariffs
HeadlineFlip summary: Rivian is suing the US government, seeking a refund in the "tens of millions of dollars" for tariffs imposed during the Trump administration.
Volkswagen expects full-year revenue squeeze after quarterly profit slump
HeadlineFlip summary: Volkswagen's second-quarter profit declined, leading the German automaker to lower its 2026 sales forecast. The company anticipates a revenue squeeze for the full year.
As Honda CR-V leads U.S. sales, automaker teases new American-built pickup truck
HeadlineFlip summary: Honda's CR-V leads U.S. sales as the automaker teases a new American-built pickup truck, with a temporary production stoppage planned for the current midsize truck.