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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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JCB Hydromax Hits 368.347 MPH at Bonneville Ahead of FIA Hydrogen Record Attempt
Aug 7, 2026 Ξ

JCB Hydromax Hits 368.347 MPH at Bonneville Ahead of FIA Hydrogen Record Attempt

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JCB has already made history on the Bonneville Salt Flats with its hydrogen-powered Hydromax streamliner, setting a new Southern California Timing Association class record at 368.347 mph. Driven by Wing  Full Article »

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2027 Ford F-150 Expands V8 Availability as New 3.0-Liter EcoBoost Becomes Base Engine
Aug 6, 2026 Ξ

2027 Ford F-150 Expands V8 Availability as New 3.0-Liter EcoBoost Becomes Base Engine

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Ford is changing up the F-150 engine lineup for 2027, and the biggest news may be what is happening at both ends of the powertrain strategy. A dealership order guide  Full Article »

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Ford Names Affordable Electric Truck ‘Fathom’ With $29,945 Starting Price
Aug 6, 2026 Ξ

Ford Names Affordable Electric Truck ‘Fathom’ With $29,945 Starting Price

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Ford’s upcoming affordable electric pickup finally has a name, and it is not Ranchero. The new truck will be called the Ford Fathom, and it is set to become the  Full Article »

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Bugatti Destrier Turns the Bolide Into a One-Off W16 Work of Art
Aug 6, 2026 Ξ

Bugatti Destrier Turns the Bolide Into a One-Off W16 Work of Art

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Bugatti has taken the wild, track-only Bolide and reimagined it through a more elegant lens with the new Destrier, a one-off creation from the brand’s Solitaire division. Where the Bolide  Full Article »

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2027 Ram 1500 Drops HEMI eTorque and Stop-Start Tech as V8 Trucks Go Back to Basics
Aug 5, 2026 Ξ

2027 Ram 1500 Drops HEMI eTorque and Stop-Start Tech as V8 Trucks Go Back to Basics

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Ram is simplifying its V8 story for the 2027 1500, and plenty of traditional truck buyers may see that as good news. According to Motor1, Ram will begin phasing out  Full Article »

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Next-Generation Audi Q8 Is Coming as the Sporty SUV Stays in the Lineup
Aug 5, 2026 Ξ

Next-Generation Audi Q8 Is Coming as the Sporty SUV Stays in the Lineup

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Audi’s SUV lineup is getting busier, but the Q8 is not being pushed aside. With the redesigned Q7 and new full-size Q9 reshaping the top end of the brand’s utility  Full Article »

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GM’s Software and Subscription Business Is Becoming Its New Profit Engine
Aug 5, 2026 Ξ

GM’s Software and Subscription Business Is Becoming Its New Profit Engine

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General Motors is finding a more profitable way to make money from its vehicles long after they leave the dealership. For decades, the business model was simple: build a car,  Full Article »

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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 »

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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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