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August 2024

All-new BMW M5 is first Touring model offered in U.S.

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2025 model comes with M Hybrid
drivetrain making 717 horsepower        

(August 19, 2024) For the first time ever in the United States, BMW M presents the new BMW M5 Touring, a high-performance model offering a new level of utility to go with the race-bred performance, bold design, and superlative all-day comfort that are the hallmarks of an M5. The M Hybrid drivetrain including a 4.4-liter V8 produces 717 hp and 738 pound-feet to deliver intoxicating performance on road and track alike.

All-new Lincoln Navigator makes global debut with bold, new design

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(August 17, 2024) The vehicle that created the premium full-size SUV category nearly three decades ago is elevating it once again.  Lincoln’s flagship SUV — the all-new 2025 Navigator — arrives with bold, new design, a reimagined interior, signature features and new connected experiences that will create the ultimate sanctuary for clients on and off the road.

Acura Performance EV Concept makes global debut

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Acura EV will be the first model
built on new Honda EV platform

(August 16, 2024) — MONTEREY, Calif. — Acura this week took a significant step forward in its electrification strategy with the world-debut of the Acura Performance EV Concept, which previews the premium-performance brand's next generation all-electric model. Introduced during Monterey Car Week the Acura concept is an exciting performance SUV developed by the Acura Design Studio in Los Angeles. 

GM signs landmark solar power deal for three assembly plants

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(August 16, 2024) As part of an ongoing push around renewable energy, we're announcing a 15-year renewable energy purchase agreement with NorthStar Clean Energy for three GM assembly plants.
NorthStar’s Newport Solar project in Newport, Ark., will support the electricity needs of GM’s Lansing Delta Township Assembly and Lansing Grand River Assembly in Michigan.

Honda celebrates 40 years of production in North Carolina

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Honda announces plans for global
production of electric powersports

(August 15, 2024 ) SWEPSONVILLE, N.C. — Honda North Carolina Manufacturing (NCM) has celebrated 40 years of production in the Tar Heel State with a ribbon cutting for new weld and paint operations for all-terrain vehicles (ATV). These improvements are part of a $21.5 million investment that will complete the establishment of NCM as the exclusive manufacturing facility for Honda ATVs in North America.

Starting price for 2025 Jeep Compass — $29,090

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(August 15, 2024) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — The Jeep brand is bringing legendary 4x4 performance, refinement, advanced technology and even more value to the compact 2025 Jeep Compass. With a starting U.S. manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $29,090 including a $1,595 destination charge, Compass now offers two well-equipped trims below $30,000.

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2025 Toyota Tundra adds TRD Rally Package

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(August 15, 2024) PLANO, Texas  — The Toyota Tundra is a full-size pick-up powerhouse and it enters 2025 with a new TRD Rally Package and new luxury features. The lineup for the 2025 Tundra offers something for everyone, with SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum, 1794, TRD Pro and Capstone grades available.

Fort Wayne Assembly recognized for 30% cut in natural gas use

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(August 15, 2024) FORT WAYNE, Ind. — General Motors is being recognized by the Department of Energy for an innovative project that reduced natural gas consumption at the company’s Fort Wayne, Indiana, assembly plant by 30 percent, against a 2019 baseline.

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Watching the world go by

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A 1950s Renault Dauphine and a Volkswagen Beetle reside side-by-side as they watch passing traffic on old Route 66 in Carterville, Mo. The rear-engine Dauphine was built from 1956 through 1967 with more than 2 million sold. (Photo by Jim Meachen)

Kia America announces 2025 K4 pricing starting at $23,145

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(August 14, 2024) IRVINE, Calif.  Kia has announced pricing for the all-new 2025 K4, Kia’s fourth-generation compact sedan and a powerhouse of standard, segment-above technology. The K4 takes the place of the Forte in the Kia lineup and slots under the larger K5 sedan. The base LX model will start at $23,145 including destination charge.