Trump praises GM and defends tariffs during Michigan visit
President Donald Trump visited General Motors’ Proving Ground in Milford, Michigan, on July 27, 2026, where he defended his tariff policies and praised the automaker’s revival under his administration. Trump toured the facility, which serves as GM’s oldest dedicated vehicle…
2027 Suzuki SV-7GXV First Look: $8,399 Crossover-Style Sportbike
Suzuki’s 2027 SV-7GXV is a budget-friendly, sport-touring crossover dressed in a no-frills Pearl Brilliant White livery, priced at $8,399 — $200 less than the SV-7GX. The SV-7GXV is identical to its fairing-clad sibling except for the graphics-free paint scheme that…
Mack and Volvo Trucks North America outline DEF derate software update schedules
Volvo Trucks North America (VTNA) and Mack Trucks have announced staggered rollout plans for revised diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) inducement software updates, following updated guidance from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued in August 2025. The revisions aim to…
International Eyes Second San Antonio Plant Shift
International Motors is considering a second production shift at its San Antonio assembly plant due to increasing demand and product initiatives. The company's truck orders rose 209% year over year in the second quarter to 22,924 vehicles, and it reported…
Oil startup founded by ex-Goldman Sachs executive plans $67M London IPO
A new oil exploration and production company, 1947 Oil & Gas Plc, is preparing to list on London’s Alternative Investment Market (AIM) next month with a £50 million ($67 million) initial public offering. The company, founded by former Goldman Sachs…
Amerit acquires Kirk NationaLease and Truck & Trailer Parts Solutions, expanding U.S. fleet maintenance network
Amerit Fleet Solutions has acquired Kirk NationaLease and Truck & Trailer Parts Solutions (TTPS), adding 19 repair facilities across the United States. The deals, announced on July 23, 2026, expand Amerit’s fleet maintenance network, technician workforce, and service capabilities, reinforcing…
Mercedes Dealer Ordered to Pay $20,270 After Technician’s Wild Night Out
A Tennessee judge has ruled in favor of a customer, Kimberly Porter, who tracked her Mercedes-Benz C300 to two local bars while it was supposed to be at the Mercedes-Benz of Collierville dealership for repairs. The judge rejected the dealer's…
U.S. Government Weighs Ban on Poorly Designed Electronic Door Handles
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is preparing to introduce stricter regulations governing how door handles operate in all motor vehicles, citing widespread failures of electronic door handles during accidents. The issue has grown more pressing as automakers increasingly…
Porsche to cut 5,000 jobs by 2035 under German factory deal
Porsche has reached a landmark agreement with labor representatives to eliminate 5,000 positions across its German operations by 2035, using voluntary measures such as natural attrition, expanded partial-retirement schemes, and severance packages to avoid compulsory layoffs. The deal secures employment…
Austin, TX: Reckless Driver Runs Red Light, Nearly Hits Pedestrian, Gets Stuck at Next Light
A dashcam video shared on Reddit shows a driver in Austin, TX, running a red light at the intersection of E 11th St. and Brazos, nearly hitting a pedestrian who was crossing the street with a pink umbrella. The incident…