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2027 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana Vans Finally Get a Color Touchscreen

GM's long-running full-size vans, the Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana, are getting their first factory touchscreen since 2019. The 2027 model-year update adds a 7-inch HD color display with Bluetooth phone and audio streaming, plus upgraded speaker counts on select trims — a small but overdue tech refresh for one of America's oldest surviving nameplates.

Shubham Sharma August 12, 2026

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Cadillac Launches ‘Curated by Cadillac’ Bespoke Customization Program for the Escalade IQ

Cadillac is extending its ultra-exclusive Celestiq-style bespoke customization to the electric Escalade IQ through a new program called Curated by Cadillac. Buyers get a dedicated design concierge, over 160 exterior colors, 44 interior hues, and a hand-built vehicle from GM's Artisan Center — for an extra $54,995.

Mukul Dev Sachar August 12, 2026

Auto Industry Reports New Launches

Ford Reportedly Planning $25,000 Entry-Level SUV for 2029, Inspired by Original Escape

Ford executives reportedly showed dealers early design mockups of a new sub-$30,000 SUV at a private meeting in Las Vegas, aiming for a roughly $25,000 starting price by 2029. The boxy, wide crossover draws inspiration from the original first-generation Escape and would become Ford's cheapest model in North America, built alongside the Bronco Sport and Maverick in Mexico.

Mukul Dev Sachar August 12, 2026

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Toyota Recalls Over 500,000 Camry Sedans Over Blank Digital Gauge Cluster Fault

Toyota is recalling 508,354 Camry sedans in the US, and roughly 655,000 globally, after finding that the 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster on 2025-2026 models can go completely blank at startup, disabling the speedometer, turn signals, hazard lights and key safety warning chimes. A free dealer software update fixes the fault, with owner notifications starting September 21, 2026.

Anshu Uday Sabharwal August 12, 2026

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Eccentrica’s Lamborghini Diablo Restomod Now Available as a Roadster

Boutique tuner Eccentrica has expanded its Lamborghini Diablo restomod program with a new roofless V12 Roadster variant, following its original coupe restomod. The open-top build brings the same extreme, hand-built styling to a topless configuration.

Mukul Dev Sachar August 11, 2026

Auto Industry Reports Electric Cars New Launches

By 2029, Ford’s Entry-Level Model Will Reportedly Be a $25,000 SUV

Ford is reportedly planning to launch a low-cost SUV priced around $25,000 by 2029, positioning it as the brand's new entry-level model. The move is widely seen as Ford's response to intensifying affordability pressure from Chinese EV makers like BYD.

Akanksha Raval August 11, 2026

Electric Mercedes-AMG CLA45 cornering on the Nurburgring racetrack

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Mercedes-AMG Teases Upcoming High-Performance Electric SUV Ahead of Full Reveal

Mercedes-AMG has released a teaser for its next high-performance electric SUV, hinting at aggressive styling and serious power ahead of a full unveiling. The model is expected to sit atop Mercedes' electric SUV lineup as the brand's answer to a fast-growing performance-EV segment.

Mukul Dev Sachar August 11, 2026

New Launches

2027 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Revealed With a Cleaner Look, More Power and Efficiency

Volkswagen has revealed the updated 2027 Atlas Cross Sport with a cleaner front-end design, revised lighting signature, and reported gains in both horsepower and fuel economy. The refreshed two-row midsize SUV is aimed squarely at the competitive US crossover market.

Akanksha Raval August 11, 2026

Auto Industry Reports

Ford Reportedly Pitching Dealers a 4-Door Mustang With Sub-4-Second 0-60 Time Under $40,000

Ford has reportedly shown dealers early plans for a four-door Mustang variant promising a sub-4-second 0-60 mph time while staying under $40,000, according to Jalopnik and Car and Driver. The pitch signals Ford may be preparing to widen the Mustang lineup beyond its traditional two-door coupe and convertible body styles.

Nilam Sahota August 11, 2026

Auto Industry Reports

Peugeot Australia Price Cuts 2026: Why Some Models Are Now $30,000 Cheaper

Peugeot Australia has cut prices by as much as $30,000 on select models — led by nearly $27,000 off the E-Expert electric van — after its longtime distributor Inchcape confirmed it is walking away from the brand. Stellantis insists Peugeot isn't going anywhere, but the pattern looks uncomfortably familiar after sister brand Citroen was axed the same way in 2024. Here's what buyers actually get, and what the discounts really mean.

Jyoti Sharma August 11, 2026

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