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Acura Says NSX Will Return Sometime In The Future
Good news. Sort of. While there are no concrete plans just yet to bring the NSX name back, the door has been left open by Acura Vice President and Brand Officer Jon Ikeda. Two reports sight him as being confident that the nameplate returning, being hinted that a new NSX would be all-electric.
The 2022 VW Jetta Gets A Very Light Refresh And 11 Extra Horsepower Thanks To New 1.5 TSI
VW is updating the Jetta for the U.S. market, with a new 1.5-liter TSI engine from the Taos. The 2022 Jetta now makes 158 hp (160 PS/117 kW) and 184 lb-ft (249 Nm) of torque, which is 11 more horsepower than the outgoing engine, but with no bump in torque. THe GLI will retain the 228 hp (231 PS/170 kW) 2.0-liter engine. There are changes to trim levels too, while the Jetta gets a mild visual update in the form of new front and rear bumpers, colors, wheel options, and grille.
2024 BMW M5 And M550i xDrive Successors To Get Plug-in Hybrid Powertrains, Says Report
According to a report by Autocar, the new BMW 5-Series will be launched alongside the all-electric i5, with most of the hybrid inline-4 and inline-6 powertrains being carried over to the new generation. Both the M5 and M550i, however, could become plug-in hybrids, developing more power than ever before. The report expects the M5 to use a V8 PHEV configuration, the M550i could become an inline-6 motor with plug-in abilities.
Ford Has Reportedly Booked More Than 100,000 Reservations For The 2022 Maverick Pickup
Ford’s Maverick was received positively when it was unveiled and according to one report the small pick-up has received over 100,000 reservations. The majority of reservations have come from Los Angeles, followed by Orlando, San Francisco, and Houston. Although these reservations are no-obligation, the Blue Oval is confident they’ll translate into sales as they did with the Mach-E and Bronco before it.
QOTD: What’s The Ultimate Woodward Cruiser?
The Woodward Dream Cruise began as a way of raising money for a soccer field by having a classic car show that relived the spirit of the 50s and 60s. Since then it’s grown in popularity, and it’s the kind of event that allows young and old to experience an era of bygone motoring. So, we ask, what would be your ride of choice for the cruise?
Rivian R1T Ready For Launch, Just Waiting Government Approval
Rivian is finally ready to launch the highly anticipated R1T — well, sort of. The company is still waiting to overcome a bit of bureaucracy. according to CEO RJ Scaringe, the company is “working with various governing agencies on the final approvals needed for us to make the first deliveries to pre-order customers in September.” Without elaborating further, it’s uncertain what final approvals need to be met, but one of them could have something to do with EPA approval.
Teen Crashes A New Toyota Supra At Canadian Car Meet Rendering It A Write-Off
A yellow Toyota Supra has been crashed during a car meet in Calgary, Alberta in Canada. A video shared to Reddit shows the driver of the Supra accelerating hard along a street. he soon loses control, unable to control the slide. It has since been confirmed that the car is a write-off. Remember to know your limits — especially on public roads.
What Else Is Making The News?
Spiderman No Way Home Trailer Drops
After the cliffhanger that was the ending on Spiderman Far From Home, fans have been eager to see what happens next for the MCU’s version of Peter Parker. While some rumours have been confirmed (Doc Ock returning, along with seemingly more), we’re not yet shown whether the long-awaited teaming-up of Spidermen portrayed by Toby Maguire and Andrew Garfield will happen.
McDonald’s UK Runs Out Of Milkshakes Because Of Lack Of Delivery Drivers
Mcdonald’s UK has stopped selling milkshakes according to The Guardian. The fast-food chain blames supply chain issues. The problem is blamed due to a shortage of heavy goods vehicle drivers, an issue that has worsened since Brexit and the Covid-19 pandemic.