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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Apple CarPlay Video Playback Is Finally on the Horizon With iOS 26.4
Feb 19, 2026 Ξ

Apple CarPlay Video Playback Is Finally on the Horizon With iOS 26.4

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If you have ever found yourself killing time in an EV charging stall or crawling through the school pickup line, you have probably looked at that big infotainment screen and  Full Article »

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2026 Ram 1500 Rebel X Is Back With Off-Roading Cruise Control and a $71,930 Starting Price
Feb 18, 2026 Ξ

2026 Ram 1500 Rebel X Is Back With Off-Roading Cruise Control and a $71,930 Starting Price

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Ram is bringing back the 1500 Rebel X for 2026, and it is aimed squarely at buyers who want something more distinctive than the standard Rebel without stepping all the  Full Article »

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Mercedes Quietly Sketched a Modern Red Pig Homage and It Looks Wild
Feb 18, 2026 Ξ

Mercedes Quietly Sketched a Modern Red Pig Homage and It Looks Wild

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Some of the most interesting cars never make it past the studio wall, and Mercedes has clearly had more than a few of those “what if” moments over the years.  Full Article »

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2026 Toyota bZ Woodland Brings Rugged Style, 375 HP, and NACS Charging
Feb 17, 2026 Ξ

2026 Toyota bZ Woodland Brings Rugged Style, 375 HP, and NACS Charging

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Toyota is adding some real edge to its EV lineup with the first-ever Toyota bZ Woodland, a new all-electric SUV that leans harder into utility and trail-ready design than the  Full Article »

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Ford’s Next Electric Pickup Targets $30,000 and Signals a New Wave of Affordable EV Trucks
Feb 17, 2026 Ξ

Ford’s Next Electric Pickup Targets $30,000 and Signals a New Wave of Affordable EV Trucks

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Ford is finally building an EV from the ground up that is not adapted from an existing gas platform. The company says its next mid-size electric pickup will arrive in  Full Article »

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Rivian R2 Production Starts in Q2 2026 With 20,000 to 25,000 Deliveries Targeted
Feb 16, 2026 Ξ

Rivian R2 Production Starts in Q2 2026 With 20,000 to 25,000 Deliveries Targeted

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Rivian’s next big swing is almost here. The compact R2, first revealed in 2024, is now slated to enter production in the second quarter of 2026, with the company expecting  Full Article »

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Stellantis Issues Urgent Do Not Drive Warning for 225,000 Older Vehicles and It’s a Reminder Recalls Still Matter
Feb 13, 2026 Ξ

Stellantis Issues Urgent Do Not Drive Warning for 225,000 Older Vehicles and It’s a Reminder Recalls Still Matter

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Stellantis has issued a rare and serious “Do Not Drive” warning for about 225,000 older vehicles in the U.S. that still have unrepaired Takata air bag inflators. This is not  Full Article »

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2026 Jeep Wrangler Willys 392 Signals a Bigger Push for V8-Powered Wranglers at a Lower Entry Price
Feb 12, 2026 Ξ

2026 Jeep Wrangler Willys 392 Signals a Bigger Push for V8-Powered Wranglers at a Lower Entry Price

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Jeep is keeping its 85th anniversary momentum rolling with the 2026 Wrangler Willys 392, a limited-edition model that blends old-school Willys attitude with modern muscle. It is the fourth release  Full Article »

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EPA’s Endangerment Finding Repeal Could Trigger a Tailpipe Rule Reset and Reshape What New Cars Look Like
Feb 12, 2026 Ξ

EPA’s Endangerment Finding Repeal Could Trigger a Tailpipe Rule Reset and Reshape What New Cars Look Like

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is preparing to repeal the 2009 “endangerment finding,” the legal determination that greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and methane contribute to planetary warming and pose  Full Article »

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EPA Hints at Killing Annoying Start-Stop System, Drivers Might Finally Get a Permanent Off Switch
Feb 11, 2026 Ξ

EPA Hints at Killing Annoying Start-Stop System, Drivers Might Finally Get a Permanent Off Switch

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If there’s one modern car feature that unites people across brand loyalty, it’s the collective groan that comes with automatic start stop. Now that annoyance may be headed for a  Full Article »

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Mercedes-AMG Confirms Black Series Will Return and the Next One Has to Be Radical
Feb 11, 2026 Ξ

Mercedes-AMG Confirms Black Series Will Return and the Next One Has to Be Radical

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Mercedes-AMG’s Black Series name has always carried a certain weight because it represents the brand at its most unfiltered. After a long quiet stretch since the last one, outgoing AMG  Full Article »

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2026 Nissan Rogue Hybrid Pricing Lands Under $50K, Getting the Rebadge Train Rolling Efficiently
Feb 10, 2026 Ξ

2026 Nissan Rogue Hybrid Pricing Lands Under $50K, Getting the Rebadge Train Rolling Efficiently

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Nissan just dropped pricing for the 2026 Rogue Hybrid, and it’s coming in just under that psychological $50,000 mark for the entry trim. The plug-in hybrid Rogue Hybrid starts at  Full Article »

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2027 Mercedes-AMG GLC53 Brings Back the Inline Six and Adds a Drift Mode Twist
Feb 10, 2026 Ξ

2027 Mercedes-AMG GLC53 Brings Back the Inline Six and Adds a Drift Mode Twist

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Mercedes-AMG is finally giving the GLC performance crowd what many of us have been asking for since the latest generation arrived: more cylinders and more character. The new 2027 Mercedes-AMG  Full Article »

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Toyota Confirms 2027 Highlander Goes Fully Electric and the New Three Row SUV Teasers Finally Make Sense
Feb 9, 2026 Ξ

Toyota Confirms 2027 Highlander Goes Fully Electric and the New Three Row SUV Teasers Finally Make Sense

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Toyota’s recent run of teasers had everyone guessing whether we were looking at a brand-new three-row SUV or a direct replacement for the Highlander. Now we have the missing puzzle  Full Article »

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GM and Allison Patch Things Up as Allison Badges Return to 2026 Silverado HD and Sierra HD
Feb 5, 2026 Ξ

GM and Allison Patch Things Up as Allison Badges Return to 2026 Silverado HD and Sierra HD

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If you followed the drama around GM’s heavy-duty trucks last fall, you probably assumed the Allison name was headed for the exit. GM had reportedly planned to stop using Allison  Full Article »

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