This Mini Countryman Takes Us Back To 1990’s Car Audio Contests

This Mini Countryman Takes Us Back To 1990's Car Audio Contests

Mini and Austrian design house Vagabund created a pair of custom Countryman. The cars pay homage to festival lifestyle and feature externally mounted speakers. Mini raised the ride height and mounted custom wheel covers to enhance the look. Mini loves to see its vehicles customized. And Mini owners have created all sorts of great-looking Coopers …

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Nissan CEO Explains What Went Wrong With Infiniti

Nissan CEO Explains What Went Wrong With Infiniti

Nissan CEO Ivan Espinosa said, ‘There were many mistakes” with Infiniti.    The automaker learned Infiniti does not need a dedicated architecture to succeed.     The executive said the brand needs at least 5 models before it can begin to grow.    Infiniti is in the rebuilding stages. The luxury brand has struggled in …

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US Luxury Sales Are Down, Except For This Brand 

US Luxury Sales Are Down, Except For This Brand 

Acura was the only US luxury brand that saw sales increase in the first quarter.    Acura sales are up 5.2 percent, with 32,352 cars sold.    The Japanese brand is currently the fourth best-selling luxury brand, jumping ahead of Cadillac.    The first three months of the year were not great for luxury car …

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The BMW iX Is Dead

The BMW iX Is Dead

The BMW iX is dead in the United States.   The automaker is ending allocations of the electric SUV to the American market.   Production and sales will continue in other markets.   The BMW iX is dead in the United States. The electric SUV went on sale here for 2022 to showcase the company’s …

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2027 Nissan Juke EV Debuts With Wacky Styling

2027 Nissan Juke EV Debuts With Wacky Styling

The third-generation, electric-only Juke will go on sale in Europe next spring. It will be sold alongside an updated version of the current hybrid model. The two Juke generations will be built in the UK. The Nissan Juke has never been about fitting in among other subcompact crossovers. It had a striking design from day …

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The New Nissan Xterra Shows Its Face For The First Time

The New Nissan Xterra Shows Its Face For The First Time

This first teaser reveals a prominent ‘NISSAN’ badge, amber accent lights, and yellow paint. Nissan has confirmed the Xterra’s return, likely sometime in 2028. The SUV is expected to feature a body-on-frame platform and a naturally aspirated V6 engine. Get ready: A new Nissan Xterra is on the way. The company has confirmed the SUV …

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The Nissan Rogue E-Power Is The Hybrid SUV We’ve Been Waiting For

The Nissan Rogue E-Power Is The Hybrid SUV We've Been Waiting For

The 2027 Rogue E-Power model is the first model of this all-new version of one of Nissan’s best sellers. E-Power is the name of Nissan’s extended-range EV hybrid powertrain. Electric motors drive the wheels, but the gas engine fills the battery pack. Adios, 2026 Nissan Rogue hybrid—we hardly knew ye. Say hello to its far …

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Ineos Puts Up Record Q1 Sales

Ineos Puts Up Record Q1 Sales

Ineos sales are up 20% in Q1, year over year. The increase is mostly driven by fleet sales. Fleet customers include the Kenyan Red Cross, European police and fire agencies, and Hertz. Ineos sales are on the upswing after three years on the market. In its latest Q1 sales reports, the rugged truck upstart posted …

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Hyundai Motor Recalls Nearly 300,000 Cars For Faulty Seatbelt Anchors

Hyundai Motor Recalls Nearly 300,000 Cars For Faulty Seatbelt Anchors

Hyundai recalls 294,128 vehicles due to potentially faulty seatbelt anchors.   The anchors may have been damaged during installation, routine maintenance, or repair.   The recall affects the 2023-2026 Genesis G90, the 2023-2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6, and the 2024-2026 Hyundai Santa Fe.   Hyundai Motor America is recalling 294,128 vehicles due to potentially faulty seatbelts. …

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Porsche Sales Slipped Early In 2026

Porsche Sales Slipped Early In 2026

Porsche sales are down 15 percent compared to 2025. The company sold just 60,991 worldwide between January and March. Sales continue to decline in key markets like China and North America. Porsche is off to a slow start in 2026. In the first quarter, the sports car maker delivered 60,991 vehicles worldwide—down 15 percent compared to …

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