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June 2023

Honda recalls 1.2 million vehicles over faulty backup camera

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(June 23, 2023) WASHINGTON —  Honda is recalling nearly 1.2 million vehicles in the U.S. because the backup camera might not display an image while in reverse. The recall covers the 2018-2023 Honda Odyssey minivan, 2019-23 Passport midsize crossover and 2019-22 Pilot midsize crossover.

Antique Automobile Club of America offering half-year memberships

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(June 23, 2023) HERSHEY, Pa. — As the 2023 collector car season ramps up, the Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA)…America’s Premier Resource for the Collectible Vehicle Community…is now offering half-year memberships. For those who newly join or re-establish lapsed memberships between June through Sept. 30, a $25 half-year option is now available.

Infiniti brings brand refresh with updated architecture, new logo

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(June 23, 2023) YOKOHAMA, Japan — Infiniti has announced a comprehensive brand refresh to enhance customer connection and deliver 'thoughtful hospitality' across all touch points. Central to the update is a new global retail architecture design, in concert with an evolved brand logo and new multisensory signature.

Utah trucks in retirement

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This 1935 Dodge work truck rests in retirement next to a Ford Model T truck in Utah. In 1933, Dodge started using a Plymouth "small block" flathead six or a bigger "big block" DeSoto.Chrysler six in its trucks. The big block six made 70 horsepower and 130 pound-feet of torque. These style trucks were made from 1933 through 1938. The so-called "Job Rated" trucks were built from 1939 through 1947. (Photo by Jim Prueter)

BMW Motorrad celebrates one millionth GS with boxer engine

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(June 22, 2923) MUNICH, Germany — The one millionth GS equipped with a boxer engine rolled off the production line at the BMW Motorrad plant in Berlin-Spandau this week — a BMW R 1250 GS. BMW motorcycles have been manufactured in Berlin since 1969 and the BMW Motorrad GS models with boxer engines since 1980.

Mini John Cooper Works 1TO6 Edition highlights fun of shifting gears

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(June 22, 2023) The Mini John Cooper Works brand is made for drivers who demand maximum performance and engineering in a stylish, fun-to-drive package. Following its global announcement in May, Mini USA has announce the availability and pricing for the 2024 MY Mini John Cooper Works 1TO6 Edition in the US. This latest Mini special edition celebrates the purest form of driving fun with a manual transmission in a car that offers the performance of a John Cooper Work with an exclusive limited edition appearance.
 

Kia only automotive company in the U.S. named to the 2023 TIME100 list

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(June 22, 2023) IRVINE, Calif., June 21, 2023 – Kia has entered the exclusive TIME100 Most Influential Companies list, highlighting companies making an extraordinary impact around the world. Kia is focused on becoming a leader in mobility by popularizing EVs and delivering sustainable mobility solutions, including purpose-built vehicles, and promoting more sustainable production through the use of recyclable materials and clean energy as a member of Climate Group’s RE100.

Ford announces a new disaster relief initiative

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$5.8 million investment includes fleet
of vehicles for storm-ravaged areas

(June 21, 2023) DEARBORN, Mich. — Ford Motor Company, the Ford Fund and Team Rubicon announce Team Rubicon Powered by Ford, a new disaster relief initiative that will serve the growing number of communities across the United States that are impacted by hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes and wildfires. According to studies, 90% of U.S. counties experienced a federal climate disaster between 2011-2021.