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August 2024

Nearly 1 million Dodge Journeys probed for faulty door locks

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(August 2, 2024) The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) today upgraded its investigation into nearly 1 million of Stellantis' Dodge brand vehicles to an engineering analysis from a preliminary evaluation over faulty door locks and windows, according to a report from Reuters.

Eliminating 22 million pounds of waste from National Parks nationwide

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(August 2, 2024) Subaru of America and the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) have announced the impressive impact of their partnership and celebrate the legacy of the Don’t Feed the Landfills Initiative. In coordination with the National Park Service (NPS), and the National Park Foundation (NPF), Subaru and NPCA collaborated with many community partners to significantly reduce the amount of waste that national parks send to landfills.

Lexus and 100 Thieves enhance multi-year partnership

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(August 2, 2024) LOS ANGELES — Lexus and 100 Thieves have announced new elements to their multi-year partnership, unveiling a comprehensive collaboration that spans automotive, fashion, and experiential marketing. The enhanced collaboration includes a custom-designed Lexus vehicle fleet specifically for 100 Thieves, Lexus’ first-ever apparel collaboration with 100 Thieves, and a presenting sponsorship of 100 Thieves’ biggest annual fan event, the Summer Block Party.

Pontiac put out to pasture

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This 1988 model Pontiac Grand Prix LE has been put out to pasture in eastern North Carolina, its driving life apparently coming to an untimely end. The LE came with a 2.8-liter V-6 mated to a 4-speed automatic making 130 horsepower and 160 pound-feet of torque. Published 0-to-60 time was 11 seconds. (Photo By Jim Meachen)

British Frontline to make V8-powered LE60 MGB restomod U.S. debut

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(August 1, 2024) As 2024 marks the centenary of MG, esteemed MGB restomod specialist Frontline Cars (Frontline) is set to extend its legacy to enthusiasts across the United States. This significant milestone will see the all-new, V8-powered Frontline LE60 make its American debut at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering and select events during Monterey Car Week in California. 

Ford BlueCruise now available to use in 17 countries

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(August 1, 2024) Ford BlueCruise hands-free highway driving technology can now be used and enjoyed in a total of 15 European countries, following approval by the European Commission. In Europe, this unlocks access to more than 82,744 miles of designated highways across Europe, called Blue Zones, allowing customers to take a road trip across multiple countries. 

1984 Honda HP-X concept car makes North American debut

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Restored HP-X Concept will be
shown at Pebble Beach Concours
    
(August 1, 2024) Honda is turning back the clock 40 years, with the North American debut of the company's very first concept car, the Honda HP-X, during this month's Monterey Car Week — one of the world's top gatherings of automotive and motorsports enthusiasts. Styled and handcrafted by renowned Italian design house Pininfarina and making its first major public appearance since 1984, the radical wedge-shaped HP-X (Honda Pininfarina eXperimental) Concept preceded the development of the first-generation NSX supercar.