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5 Auto Brands That Make Third-World Versions of Their Cars With Lower Safety Features

When you buy a car, you expect a certain level of safety—airbags, crumple zones, and advanced braking systems. But what if the same car, with the same badge, offers far less protection in another country? This isn’t just a hypothetical. Many major auto brands produce “third-world versions” of their cars,…

Everybody Loves Your Money

Woman dies and nine others injured in M4 car crash

A Toyota Corolla and VW Tiguan collided between junctions 16 and 17 on Sunday evening, police said.

Evening Standard

Why Volkswagen is convinced Waymo and Tesla are vulnerable in the $500 billion robotaxi race — 'not a winner take all market'

Instead of Big Tech's approach of competing against existing transportation providers, Volkswagen aims to work alongside them as a partner.

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I review EVs for a living – these are the 7 best electric cars I’ve tested in 2025 so far

Those in the market for a great electric vehicle are spoilt for choice – here are the best new ones I've test-driven this year so far.

TechRadar

Volkswagen unveils robotaxi destined for Uber’s Los Angeles fleet, and the first 500 will be delivered next year

Volkswagen doesn’t want to leave the autonomous ride-hailing market—estimated to grow to over half a trillion dollars by 2035—to Big Tech.

Fortune

5 SUVs That Will Break Down More Than Any Other Car On The Road

Buying an SUV should mean reliability, comfort, and confidence on the road. But some models carry a hidden cost: frequent breakdowns and expensive repairs, instantly turning your “happy drive” into a headache. In this article, we highlight five unreliable SUVs notorious for recurring issues and owner frustration. By learning which…

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7 Manufacturers That Rebrand Failed Cars Under New Names—And Hope You Don’t Notice

When you’re shopping for a new ride, you probably assume that a shiny new badge means a fresh start. But what if that “new” car is just a failed model in disguise? The world of rebranded cars is bigger than most people realize, and automakers have become experts at giving…

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Forget Tesla's robotaxis – this new VW ID Buzz will soon be the sleekest self-driving ride on the roads

Hitting the streets in 2026, VW's driverless ID Buzz offers space and style, without the need for a driver.

TechRadar

This Is the Most Powerful Volkswagen GTI Ever

Already the fastest Volkswagen around the Nürburgring, the Golf GTI Edition 50 is now also the most potent car from Wolfsburg to wear the Grand Touring Injection badge. It remains front-wheel drive, but now packs nearly as much power as the all-wheel-drive Golf R. This special version takes the GTI…

Motor1

Rivian vs. Lucid: Who’s Best Positioned to Steal Tesla’s Thunder?

Rivian and Lucid have exciting developments including new models and partnerships, but will that be enough to take on Tesla?

MarketBeat

I can’t wait to see what Volkswagen has cooking for its ID 2 R hot hatch

Does VW have an electric hot hatch to rival the Renault 5 Turbo 3E?

Used Volvo V90 PHEV Ownership Update: Costs, Efficiency And Annoyances

I’ve put a little over 3,000 miles in two months on my used fast wagon. Did it make sense to go with a plug-in hybrid?

InsideEVs

Highcock leaps to third in Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings

Two more BMW 120 Coupe Cup victories have propelled Matthew Highcock up to third in the Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings.

Autosport

The Base 2026 Nissan Leaf Doesn't Get The Cool Taillights

Update: Nissan has contacted Motor1 to explain that there was a glitch in the configurator, and that all trim levels of the Leaf will feature the black band on the tailgate. The high-end taillights will remain exclusive to the Platinum+.

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Volkswagen Will Sell You An ID. Buzz Robotaxi

The production version of the driverless van is set to go global next year, possibly ahead of Tesla’s Cybercab.

InsideEVs

‘It’s Naive' To Anchor EV Plans On Tax Credits: Scout Motors CEO

The American automaker backed by the Volkswagen Group has a few aces up its sleeve to help it tackle changing policies.

InsideEVs

The Most American-Made Cars Are EVs Now

Tesla has once again dominated the Cars.com American Made Index. More importantly—so have a number of other EVs. Welcome to the era of patriotic electrification

Motor1

Audi Changes Its Mind. Will Make Gas Cars For Another 10 Years

Next Monday, June 23, will mark three years since Audi pledged to launch its final gas-powered cars in 2025 and transition to selling only EVs starting in 2026. At the time, the Volkswagen Group’s luxury brand also vowed to end production of combustion engine vehicles by 2033. While it left…

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Mexican Judge Linked to Ayotzinapa and Ovidio Guzmán Cases Found Dead in Mexico State

Everardo Maya Arias, a prominent figure in Mexico's judicial system known for his involvement in high-profile cases, was found dead June 15 in Zinacantepec, Mexico State.

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5 Car Brands That Abandoned Hybrid Technology After Profiting From the Hype

Hybrid technology once seemed like the future of driving, promising better fuel efficiency and a greener footprint. For a while, car brands raced to launch hybrid models, capitalizing on the buzz and consumer demand. But as the automotive landscape shifted, some of these same brands quietly stepped away from hybrids,…

Autosport

Special Saloons and Modsports put on Silverstone show

Special Saloons and Modsports fans watching from trackside or on live streaming were entertained by Saturday’s Classic Sports Car Club Silverstone National circuit staples, although the winners’ self-built cars met but briefly on track. Danny Morris in the turbocharged two-litre Ford Cosworth YB-powered Spirit of RPM Peugeot 309 and Simon…

The Independent UK

XPeng G6 Standard: The nicest car you’ve never heard of

CAR REVIEW: With the looks of a Cayenne and Tesla tech at a bargain price, Sean O’Grady reckons this whisper-quiet SUV could make some real noise

Motor1

Peugeot Brings Back The GTi, But It's Electric

Would you look at that? Peugeot is beating Volkswagen to the electric GTI punch. Although the Germans unveiled a concept in 2023 and have been talking about a production version ever since, the French are launching to market first. As before, the company with the lion badge writes it “GTi”…

Motor1

The Golf GTI Edition 50 Is The Fastest VW Ever at The Nurburgring

After Xiaomi broke the record for the fastest production EV at the Nürburgring, Volkswagen has its own reason to celebrate a recent performance at the Green Hell. However, this is more of a personal best than an outright record. The unreleased Golf GTI Edition 50 has been crowned the fastest…

The National (Scotland)

Teenager dies following crash involving car and lorry

A TEENAGER has died, and two others are in hospital with serious injuries following a collision between a lorry and a car in West Lothian ...

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