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Lloyd Tobias

Lloyd Tobias is a seasoned automotive journalist and passionate enthusiast with over 15 years of experience immersed in the world of cars. Whether it's exploring the latest advancements in automotive technology or keeping a close pulse on breaking industry news, Lloyd brings a sharp perspective and a deep appreciation for all things automotive. His writing blends technical insight with real-world enthusiasm, making his contributions both informative and engaging for readers who share his love for the drive. When he's not behind the keyboard or under the hood, Lloyd enjoys test driving the newest models and staying ahead of the curve in an ever-evolving automotive landscape.

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Toyota’s Next-Generation Hybrid Batteries Arrive in 2027 as Demand Keeps Surging
Aug 4, 2026 Ξ

Toyota’s Next-Generation Hybrid Batteries Arrive in 2027 as Demand Keeps Surging

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Toyota is preparing the next phase of its hybrid strategy, and that means better batteries are on the way. The automaker plans to transition certain battery production lines in Japan  Full Article »

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Volvo EX50 Could Replace EX40 in the U.S. as a Bigger and More Affordable Entry EV
Aug 3, 2026 Ξ

Volvo EX50 Could Replace EX40 in the U.S. as a Bigger and More Affordable Entry EV

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Volvo appears to be reshuffling its entry-level electric SUV strategy for the U.S., and the upcoming EX50 could be the model that finally gives the brand a stronger shot at  Full Article »

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Audi Wants More Wagons in America as Enthusiasts Keep the Long-Roof Dream Alive
Aug 3, 2026 Ξ

Audi Wants More Wagons in America as Enthusiasts Keep the Long-Roof Dream Alive

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Audi may be one of the last automakers still giving American wagon fans something to get excited about, and there could be more on the way. The brand currently offers  Full Article »

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Stellantis Recalls 1.5 Million Ram 1500 Trucks Over Rear Seat Belt Anchor Issue
Jul 31, 2026 Ξ

Stellantis Recalls 1.5 Million Ram 1500 Trucks Over Rear Seat Belt Anchor Issue

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Stellantis is recalling just over 1.5 million Ram 1500 pickups worldwide because of a seat belt anchor issue that could affect rear-seat occupant protection in a crash. The recall covers  Full Article »

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Americans Are Leasing Fewer Cars as Higher Payments Reshape the New and Used Vehicle Market
Jul 31, 2026 Ξ

Americans Are Leasing Fewer Cars as Higher Payments Reshape the New and Used Vehicle Market

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Americans are leasing fewer new vehicles than they did before the pandemic, and the shift is changing the way shoppers, dealers, and automakers think about affordability. According to Reuters, leases  Full Article »

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Mazda MX-5 Miata Could Go Electric Eventually but Lightweight Fun Still Comes First
Jul 30, 2026 Ξ

Mazda MX-5 Miata Could Go Electric Eventually but Lightweight Fun Still Comes First

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The Mazda MX-5 Miata has survived because Mazda understands what makes it special: low weight, rear-wheel-drive balance, simple controls, and a driving experience that feels alive at normal speeds. That  Full Article »

Automotive

2026 Toyota GRMN Corolla Pushes Track Focus to the Limit With a $65,655 Price
Jul 30, 2026 Ξ

2026 Toyota GRMN Corolla Pushes Track Focus to the Limit With a $65,655 Price

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Toyota has taken the GR Corolla to its most extreme point yet with the 2026 GRMN Corolla, a limited-run hot hatch built with lessons learned from Japan’s Super Taikyu racing  Full Article »

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Toyota and Nissan Pause Japan Production After 7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Disrupts Supply Chains
Jul 30, 2026 Ξ

Toyota and Nissan Pause Japan Production After 7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Disrupts Supply Chains

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Toyota and Nissan have temporarily suspended operations at several plants in southwestern Japan after a powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck the Kumamoto region on July 28. While the automakers’ factories were  Full Article »

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2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee Pricing Starts at $62,790 With Three V8 Street Truck Flavors
Jul 29, 2026 Ξ

2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee Pricing Starts at $62,790 With Three V8 Street Truck Flavors

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Ram is bringing the street truck back in a big way with the 2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee, and now we know how much sting each version will carry. The  Full Article »

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Saudi Prince’s 5 Percent Lucid Stake Gives EV Maker a Stock Boost but Questions Remain
Jul 29, 2026 Ξ

Saudi Prince’s 5 Percent Lucid Stake Gives EV Maker a Stock Boost but Questions Remain

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Lucid Motors got a badly needed jolt this week after Saudi billionaire Prince Alwaleed bin Talal disclosed a 5 percent stake in the struggling EV maker. According to Reuters, the  Full Article »

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BMW iX3 and 5 Series Join Spider-Man Brand New Day With Neue Klasse Tech on the Big Screen
Jul 28, 2026 Ξ

BMW iX3 and 5 Series Join Spider-Man Brand New Day With Neue Klasse Tech on the Big Screen

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BMW is bringing its next-generation mobility story to one of the biggest movie franchises in the world with a featured role in Sony Pictures’ Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The new  Full Article »

Automotive

BMW i4 Convertible Could Bring Open-Air Electric Driving to the Neue Klasse Era
Jul 28, 2026 Ξ

BMW i4 Convertible Could Bring Open-Air Electric Driving to the Neue Klasse Era

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BMW may finally be preparing the electric convertible many enthusiasts have been waiting for. According to a new report from BMWBlog, the next-generation BMW i4 lineup is expected to include  Full Article »

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2027 Ram Heavy Duty Gets HEMI Payload Upgrade and More Useful Options
Jul 27, 2026 Ξ

2027 Ram Heavy Duty Gets HEMI Payload Upgrade and More Useful Options

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Ram is giving its 2027 Heavy Duty lineup a practical round of updates, with the biggest news centered on payload capability for HEMI-powered 2500 models. The new Payload Upgrade Package  Full Article »

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Honda Accord SUV Rumor Could Revive the Crosstour Idea for Subaru Outback Buyers
Jul 27, 2026 Ξ

Honda Accord SUV Rumor Could Revive the Crosstour Idea for Subaru Outback Buyers

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Honda may be looking at a familiar idea with much better timing this time around. According to Automotive News, Honda is considering a lifted Accord-based utility vehicle that could target  Full Article »

Automotive

NHTSA Looks at New Door Handle Safety Rules as Flush Designs Raise Real Concerns
Jul 27, 2026 Ξ

NHTSA Looks at New Door Handle Safety Rules as Flush Designs Raise Real Concerns

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Automotive design has been on a long march toward cleaner shapes, better aerodynamics, and tech-heavy everything, but door handles may be one place where the industry has gotten a little  Full Article »

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