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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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Current-Gen BMW M3 Era Nears the End as Report Points to 2027 Final Year for G80
May 26, 2026 Ξ

Current-Gen BMW M3 Era Nears the End as Report Points to 2027 Final Year for G80

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For BMW enthusiasts, the clock may officially be ticking on one of the last great analog performance sedans. According to a new report from BMWBlog, the current G80-generation BMW M3  Full Article »

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Potential Motor Oil Shortage Could Soon Send Oil Change Prices Higher Across the U.S.
May 22, 2026 Ξ

Potential Motor Oil Shortage Could Soon Send Oil Change Prices Higher Across the U.S.

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Drivers across the country could soon see higher costs for one of the most routine forms of vehicle maintenance as concerns over a potential motor oil shortage continue to grow.  Full Article »

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2027 Audi Q9 Brings Advanced Matrix LED Headlights Americans Have Been Missing for Years
May 22, 2026 Ξ

2027 Audi Q9 Brings Advanced Matrix LED Headlights Americans Have Been Missing for Years

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For years, American drivers have watched European vehicles enjoy lighting technology that felt straight out of the future while U.S. regulations kept many of those innovations off-limits. That finally appears  Full Article »

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Stellantis Unveils Massive Product Offensive with New Dodge SRT Models, Jeep Scrambler, and Ram Pickups
May 21, 2026 Ξ

Stellantis Unveils Massive Product Offensive with New Dodge SRT Models, Jeep Scrambler, and Ram Pickups

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Stellantis is preparing for one of the most aggressive product expansions the company has ever undertaken, and for enthusiasts of American brands like Dodge, Jeep, Ram, and Chrysler, the future  Full Article »

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Ram Brings Back the Rumble Bee With Hemi Power and a Bold Return to Muscle Truck Glory
May 20, 2026 Ξ

Ram Brings Back the Rumble Bee With Hemi Power and a Bold Return to Muscle Truck Glory

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Ram is tapping directly into nostalgia while reigniting the muscle truck wars with the return of the Rumble Bee. After years of enthusiasts begging for the comeback of V8-powered attitude,  Full Article »

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Audi Hit With Class-Action Lawsuit Over Alleged EA839 V6 Water Pump Failures
May 20, 2026 Ξ

Audi Hit With Class-Action Lawsuit Over Alleged EA839 V6 Water Pump Failures

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Audi is facing growing scrutiny after a class-action lawsuit was filed alleging serious defects in the water pump systems used in the automaker’s EA839 2.9-liter and 3.0-liter V6 engines. First  Full Article »

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Jaguar and Stellantis Team Up: What Their New Partnership Could Mean for the Future of Jaguar in America
May 20, 2026 Ξ

Jaguar and Stellantis Team Up: What Their New Partnership Could Mean for the Future of Jaguar in America

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Jaguar has not sold a single vehicle in the United States for a while now, and its parent company, Jaguar Land Rover, has been navigating a rocky road back to  Full Article »

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Proposed $130 Annual EV Fee Could Reshape How America Pays for Road Repairs
May 19, 2026 Ξ

Proposed $130 Annual EV Fee Could Reshape How America Pays for Road Repairs

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Electric vehicle owners across the United States could soon face a new annual federal fee aimed at helping fund road and highway repairs. Lawmakers in the U.S. House have introduced  Full Article »

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2027 Volvo EX60 Arrives with Competitive Pricing but Falls Short of BMW iX3 Range
May 18, 2026 Ξ

2027 Volvo EX60 Arrives with Competitive Pricing but Falls Short of BMW iX3 Range

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Volvo is making a strong push into the growing luxury EV SUV market with the all-new 2027 EX60, and one of its biggest selling points is pricing. The compact electric  Full Article »

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2026 Nissan Frontier Ultimate Build Turns the Pro-4X Into an Overlanding Beast
May 14, 2026 Ξ

2026 Nissan Frontier Ultimate Build Turns the Pro-4X Into an Overlanding Beast

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The overlanding scene continues to grow at a rapid pace, and Nissan is stepping directly into the spotlight with one of the most attention-grabbing project trucks of the year. Built  Full Article »

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Android Auto’s Next Big Update Brings YouTube to Your Car Screen and a Smarter In-Car Experience
May 13, 2026 Ξ

Android Auto’s Next Big Update Brings YouTube to Your Car Screen and a Smarter In-Car Experience

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Sitting in your car is about to get a lot less boring for Android users. Google is preparing one of the biggest Android Auto updates in recent memory, and the  Full Article »

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2027 INFINITI QX65 Arrives Priced from $53,990 with Coupe-Like Style, Standard AWD, and Three Trim Levels
May 12, 2026 Ξ

2027 INFINITI QX65 Arrives Priced from $53,990 with Coupe-Like Style, Standard AWD, and Three Trim Levels

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Infiniti is officially putting the new 2027 QX65 on sale, and the brand is clearly aiming this one right at the heart of the premium midsize SUV segment. The QX65  Full Article »

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Lotus Is Back With a V8 and Nearly 1,000 Horsepower: Meet the Type 135 Supercar
May 12, 2026 Ξ

Lotus Is Back With a V8 and Nearly 1,000 Horsepower: Meet the Type 135 Supercar

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There’s a version of this story where Lotus goes all-electric, plays it safe, and quietly fades into the background of an increasingly crowded EV landscape. Fortunately for enthusiasts, that’s not  Full Article »

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The Auto Industry Is Begging Trump: Don’t Let Chinese Carmakers Into the U.S. Market
May 11, 2026 Ξ

The Auto Industry Is Begging Trump: Don’t Let Chinese Carmakers Into the U.S. Market

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As President Trump heads into high-stakes talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, the American auto industry and lawmakers from both parties are delivering an unusually unified message to the White  Full Article »

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2027 Ford Super Duty Carhartt Package Brings Workwear Style and Jobsite Utility Together
May 8, 2026 Ξ

2027 Ford Super Duty Carhartt Package Brings Workwear Style and Jobsite Utility Together

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Ford knows exactly who it is talking to with the new 2027 Super Duty Carhartt package. This is not some halfhearted branding exercise meant to dress up a truck with  Full Article »

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