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June 2023

NHTSA opens probe into reports of Hyundai Ioniq 5 power loss

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(June 21, 2023) WASHINGTON — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation into the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 after receiving more than two dozen consumer complaints alleging loss of motive power in the electric compact crossover. NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation said it received 30 complaints about the problem from U.S. vehicle owners, many of which reported a "loud pop noise followed by a warning displayed in their dashboard" and immediately experienced a reduced or total loss of motive power.

2024 Honda Prologue will come with Google built-in

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Full-electric Prologue first Honda  
SUV to integrate Google built-in

(June 21, 2023) The first volume EV from Honda, the all-new 2024 Prologue SUV, will offer customers the latest digital services technology and features, with wireless Google built-in, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. The all-electric Honda Prologue will go on sale in early 2024. For seamless on-the-go digital services, the 2024 Honda Prologue will be the first Honda SUV to come with Google built-in, which debuted on the 2023 Honda Accord Touring hybrid.

Cadillac to reveal all-electric Escalade IQ on Aug. 9

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(June 21, 2023) Cadillac has released a preview video of the all-new Escalade IQ ahead of its official reveal on Aug. 9. As the brand’s first-ever all-electric full-size SUV, Escalade IQ represents the reinvention of Cadillac’s most iconic nameplate. 

Detroit Concours announces details for 2023 event

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Two-day celebration of American
automotive culture back in Motor City

(June 21, 2023) DETROIT, Mich. — The Detroit Concours returns to the Motor City this year on Friday, Sept. 22, and Saturday, Sept 23, for a two-day event celebrating automotive Americana. Guests will experience car culture with hands-on-the-wheel opportunities, automotive activities for all ages, Detroit-centric car love and a Concours show field filled with 150 rare vehicles.

Honda adds new Sport-L trim to its 2024 Honda CR-V lineup

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(June 20, 2023)  TORRANCE, Calif. —The 2024 Honda CR-V has started arriving in Honda dealerships with an expanded lineup featuring a new hybrid-electric powered Sport-L trim to amp up its appeal to young and active buyers. Consistently the best-selling Honda SUV, the Honda CR-V includes three turbocharged trims: LX, EX and EX-L, plus three hybrid-powered trims: Sport, the new Sport-L and Sport Touring. The hybrid-electric models are positioned at the top of the lineup and now represent more than 50% of CR-V sales.

Tesla offers more discounts, free Supercharging for Model S

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(June 20, 2023) Tesla has stepped up its U.S. sales incentives to move new inventory of its high-end Model S sedan and Model X crossover, with discounts reaching $7,500 plus free use of its Supercharging network for three years, according to the company's website. The EV maker typically rolls out incentives in the last month of each quarter, according to Automotive News.

Celebrating everyday vehicles — The Festival of the Unexceptional

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(June 20, 2023) NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, England — The Concours de l’Ordinaire — quite literally, a show dedicated to sharing some of the greatest everyday classic cars on our roads — takes place on Saturday, July 29, on the lawns of Grimsthorpe Castle in Lincolnshire. Originally staged by Hagerty in 2014, the Festival of the Unexceptional has earned its place in the automotive calendar as an attainable concours event offering a mix of rare cars and a prestigious location in an informal and friendly approach.

Stellantis no longer allocating gas-only Jeep Wranglers in 14 states

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(June 19, 2023) Stellantis, the maker of Jeep vehicles, said it is no longer allocating gasoline-only Wranglers in 14 states following emissions guidelines set by the California Air Resources Board that exceed nationwide standards. Although the rules don't require automakers to sell a certain percentage of zero-emission vehicles until 2026, Stellantis said it has stopped shipping internal combustion models to dealerships in those 14 states unless customers have ordered them, according to Automotive News. 

Subaru announces pricing on 2024 Ascent 3-row SUV starting at $35,490

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(June 19, 2023) Subaru of America has announced pricing on the 2024 Ascent, its award-winning 3-row SUV starting at $35,490 including destination charge for the base model and continuing up to the Touring trim level at $49,790. The Ascent offers a spacious interior with flexible seating options and an impressive list of standard safety, driver assist, and in-vehicle technologies. Available in six trim levels — Base, Premium, Onyx Edition, Onyx Edition Limited, Limited and Touring — the 2024 Ascent arrives in Subaru retailers this fall.