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Subaru

2017 Subaru Impreza: $18k starting, first to be US made, has 5-sp manual

by Joshua Thompson

Now that we’re over the disappointment that the new Impreza isn’t as sexy as the Concept, here’s the good news: it’s only US$100 more than the old car.

Honda

2017 Honda WR-V: New SUV for South America, smaller than HR-V

by Joshua Thompson

At the Sao Paulo Motor Show, the Honda WR-V will be unveiled. A new SUV that sits below the HR-V and designed specifically for South America.

Toyota

Toyota Avensis may not have replacement, replaced by SUVs

by Joshua Thompson

With buyers preferring SUVs and entry level luxury cars to large D segment family sedans in Europe, Toyota may not replace the Avensis with a similar car.

Tesla

Tesla: All new cars equipped with self-driving hardware, software due later

by Joshua Thompson

From October 19, 2016, all new Tesla vehicles will be equipped with all the hardware required for full self-driving functionality.

Chevrolet

2017 Chevrolet Bolt: Battery maker predicts at least 30,000 sales

by Joshua Thompson

Kang Chang-beom, vice president of LG Chem, supplier of the Chevrolet Bolt’s batteries, predicted that at least 30,000 hatches will be sold in 2017.

Tesla

Tesla Model S to be evaluated by LAPD for police patrol duty

by Joshua Thompson

The LAPD recently added 100 BMW i3 electric hatchbacks, and will now test the Tesla Model S to see if it’s suitable as a patrol car.

Lincoln

2017 Lincoln Continental: Annie Leibovitz photos attempt to woo the 1%

by Joshua Thompson

Lincoln is trying to woo the rich with a new print ad campaign shot by photographer to the stars, Annie Leibovitz, and a different take on the luxury sedan.

Dodge

2017 Dodge Viper orders halted, FCA assessing how many more to make

by Joshua Thompson

Dodge has paused ordering for the 2017 Viper, as FCA tries to figure out how many more V10 coupes it should make before closing the Conner Avenue plant.

Ford