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January 2022

All-new Honda Civic Type R arrives at Tokyo Auto Salon

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(January 17, 2022) Fresh from testing at the Suzuka Circuit, the all-new Honda Civic Type R made its first public appearance in prototype at the Tokyo Auto Salon, Japan's premiere high-performance and custom car show. Wearing a special camouflage designed exclusively for Type R, the prototype is featured in a new action-packed test-driving video, so TAS visitors can go behind the scenes with Honda engineers and experience the development of Type R. The best performing Civic Type R ever will be officially unveiled this year. #HondaCivic #TypeR

BMW invests in HeyCharge bringing EV charging to the neighborhood

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(January 17, 2022) MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.  — BMW i Ventures has announced  a lead investment in HeyCharge, the German start-up creating access to electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in apartment complexes, office buildings and other infrastructure locations. HeyCharge was in Y Combinator’s Summer 2021 batch of start-ups.

Ford announces 2022 Ranger Splash Limited Edition colors

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Ranger Splash Package Snow Edition

(January 16, 2022) Last September, Ford announced the return of the Ranger Splash Package, as well as the Splash Limited Editions, which are one-time-only colors that will drop every few months. New 2022 Ranger Splash Limited Edition Colors include Snow Edition, Forest Edition and Sand Edition. Pricing for the Splash Limited Edition packages will be $1,495.

Lexus takes on mission to save the world in ‘Moonfall’

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(January 15, 2022) PLANO, Texas — Buckle up and brace yourself for the ride of a lifetime. Lexus is taking on yet another exciting role as Liongate’s official automotive partner on the epic new sci-fi disaster film, “Moonfall,” from internationally renowned director Roland Emmerich, in theaters Feb. 4. In “Moonfall,” a mysterious force knocks the moon from its orbit around Earth and sends it hurtling on a collision course with life as we know it.

The all-new 2022 Lexus NX luxury crossover plays a pivotal role in the heroic effort to restore order to the moon’s orbit on a mission to save the world.

Exotic vehicles including world's first hybrid supercar headed to auction

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2014 McLaren P1

(January 14, 2022) SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Barrett-Jackson is gearing up for its premier Scottsdale Auction with an unparalleled docket of rare supercars and exotic vehicles that will cross the block at No Reserve during the auction company’s 50th anniversary celebration at WestWorld of Scottsdale, Jan. 22-30. Among the coveted vehicles that will be auctioned in Scottsdale is the world’s first hybrid supercar, a 2014 McLaren P1, as well as a 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder, one of only 918 produced worldwide.

Bentley unveils the Flying Spur Hybrid for the first time in Europe

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(January 15, 2022)  Bentley Motors made its European debut of the latest addition to the Flying Spur family in Belgium at the 2022 Autoworld Museum. The Bentley Flying Spur Hybrid marks an important model for Belgium and Europe where demand for electrified products have been exceptionally strong during 2021.

Subaru WinterFest returns for a season of adventure at eight ski resorts

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(January 14, 2022) Subaru of America has announced the return of Subaru WinterFest. This one-of-a-kind music and mountain lifestyle tour invites friends, family, skiers, snowboarders, music fans, and dog-lovers alike to bask in their love of winter and adventure.