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Vehicle reveals
Nissan’s Sentra Spec-V concept has been hitting the weights: a claimed 300 wheel horsepower, a six-speed manual and GT-R hardware. Here’s the full SEMA build, plus what Nissan has and hasn’t promised.
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Car Culture
Tesla delivered the airborne spectacle. The bigger story is the gap between a successful demonstration and a car customers can actually use.
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Automotive technology
You shouldn’t have to speak mechanic to understand your car. Meet HOODiE, UTH’s AI garage buddy, and explore how clearer explanations, vehicle context, and responsible use of scanner information can make DIY car care feel more approachable.
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Car Culture
ShowTime’s Repco-Mod 933 takes the LS-swap idea several cuts further, with a front-engine conversion and a power claim above 1,200 hp.
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Car Culture
California’s new lowrider plate law recognizes a culture built through artistry, family and mechanical skill. Here’s what it could fund—and what still has to happen before plates reach the road.
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SEMA
SEMA’s latest Fest update gives fans a reason to plan Friday in Las Vegas—and check their ticket access before booking.
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Industry Events
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Automotive News
Rivian is recalling 98,828 R1T, R1S and R2 vehicles because a notification can obstruct the rearview-camera image. A free over-the-air software remedy is available.
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Automotive technology
Eligible owners are due to see availability in their vehicle app as the rollout progresses.
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Vehicle reveals
The concept's planned October premiere will preview the brand's estate-car design direction.
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Vehicle reveals
The European special editions have a December order opening planned for the UK.
