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BMW has announced the recall of over 100,000 vehicles manufactured from 2019 through 2021. The recall was issued due to a faulty starter motor in several different models in the BMW lineup. This follows a recent recall for the BMW X3, which had a defective cargo rail, and another for the 3 Series, which had an airbag issue. Despite the high number of vehicles recalled this time, it's estimated that only one percent will have the defect.

100,000 BMWs At Risk Of Being Push-Button Disappointments

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BMW is recalling more than 100,000 vehicles because of a motor defect that could result in overheating and, in “extreme” circumstances, increase the risk of a fire, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said in a statement posted Thursday. If there is mechanical damage to the engine,...

BMW recalling more than 100K vehicles for motor concern linked to overheating

BMW’s Neue Klasse generation of electric vehicles will bring with it a suite of compelling and intriguing models, none more so than the wacky high-riding two-door coupe we spotted in early July. The vehicle depicted in these renderings is much more traditional than that coupe, but if it sees the light of day, it will still turn plenty of heads.

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BMW is recalling 100,000 2019-2020 X5, X7, 2020 3 Series Sedan, X6, 2020-2021 7 Series Sedan, 2020 8 Series Convertible, 8 Series Coupe, and 2020 8 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. The company says a starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

BMW recalls 100,000 vehicles because of potential fire hazard

For 2025, the Toyota GR Corolla returns with the turbocharged three-cylinder engine and its stupendous 300 horsepower, but this sport compact car also makes 295 pound-feet of torque, a 22-pound-foot increase that was previously restricted to the 2023 Morizo special edition. A close-ratio eight-speed direct automatic transmission has been added...

2025 Toyota GR Corolla with 8-Speed Automatic Sticks It to the Man

Four-cylinder engines still don't have the same cachet as their bigger 6-and-8-cylinder siblings, but the auto industry is in love with them. Using a turbocharged 4-pot is an easy way to reach traditional 6- and 8-cylinder power while simultaneously reducing emissions. Although the 4-cylinder might never reach the iconic status of a V8, there are some impressive examples out there.

The Most Powerful Four-Cylinder Engine You Can Buy In 2024

In today's world, where gas prices seem to fluctuate wilder than a teenager's mood swings, fuel efficiency is no longer a luxury - it's a necessity. But, let's face it - some "eco-friendly" options come with a hefty price tag that can leave your wallet feeling lighter than a feather.

The Most Affordable Toyota Hybrid

Carlos Ghosn, former head of Nissan, has made bold claims regarding the newly formed Honda-Nissan-Mitsubishi partnership. In an interview with Automotive News, Ghosn suggests that Honda is positioning itself to take control of Nissan and Mitsubishi, calling it a "disguised takeover." He argues that Honda, being the largest of the three automakers, is in the dominant position within the alliance and will likely dictate the terms.

Honda Positioning Itself To Take Over Nissan

While everyone expects blazing performance from a bright-red sports car, it’s those understated sleepers that’ll surprise you. And one of the most compelling of the bunch is the new Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 4Matic sedan, a distinguished but not outrageously expensive four-door family automobile that just happens to have a Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1-derived engine under the hood—one of the most powerful 2.0-liter motors in the world.

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 4Matic Sedan

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

BMW is recalling 105,588 vehicles across a variety of model lines due to potentially faulty starter motors. The recall includes: 2019 and 2020 BMW X5 (sDrive40i and xDrive40i), 2020 BMW X6 (sDrive40i and xDrive40i), 2019 and 2020 BMW X7 (xDrive40i), 2020 and 2021 BMW 7-Series (740i and 740xi), 2020 BMW 8-Series coupe, convertible, and Gran Coupe (840i and 840xi), and 2020 BMW 3-Series (M340i and M340xi) models. All of these vehicles have inline-6 engines.

BMW recalls 105,588 vehicles due to starter motor failure

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The recall impacts certain 2019-2023 models of Genesis G70, Veloster N, Elantra N, and Kona N, the federal agency said.

Hyundai recalls more than 50,000 vehicles for loss of drive power

EDINA, MN – In what could be one of the most expensive recalls in automotive history, Toyota is facing a major crisis with its Tundra pickups and Lexus LX SUVs. The automaker has announced it will replace the engines in over 100,000 vehicles after discovering a potentially disastrous defect.

Toyota’s Big Blunder: Massive Engine Recall Hits Over 100,000 Vehicles!

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated a preliminary evaluation into 77,131 Nissan vehicles due to concerns with the steering tie rod. The investigation targets the 2021 Nissan Rogue crossover models following reports of inner tie rod failures that could result in a loss of steering control.

NHTSA Investigating Nissan Once Again

Lexus made the LBX, a small crossover sold in global markets, a lot more interesting when it powered it by the Toyota GR Corolla's 1.6-liter turbo-three for the 2024 Tokyo auto show. The concept has morphed into a regular-production model called LBX Morizo RR in Japan. Hinted at by executives...

Lexus LBX Morizo RR gets Toyota GR Corolla's turbo-three

Matt's post on the Dodge Charger Daytona today is fresh in my mind, but I am not here to pick on Dodge or any one automaker. The fact is that new-car prices are high. That, of course, means used cars also cost more. And cars, lest I remind you, aren't...

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Dennis the Menace actor Jay North is now 73 years old. This is his story. On August 3, 1951, Jay North was born Jay Waverly North, Jr., in Los Angeles, and seven years later, began acting on TV on shows like Wanted: Dead or Alive, and 77 Sunset Strip.

Former Childstar Jay North (TV's 'Dennis the Menace') Turns 73

The sad truth that every car enthusiast has faced over the past decade is that the manual transmission is slowly being phased out. While there are certain cars in the market like the Honda Civic Si, Acura Integra Type S, Mazda MX-5, and some pony cars still available with a stick shift, most other models are not. Let's face it, most drivers look at driving as something to do between point A to B, while enthusiasts look at it as an experience to be enjoyed.

The Very Last Lexus To Feature A Manual Transmission

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On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

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After years, General Motors owns up to Duramax diesel engine failure with a settlement that's over $15 million. 
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General Motors coughs up over 15 million for defective diesel engines

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100,000 BMW's Recalled For Thermal Event Risk

BMW is recalling 105,558 crossovers and sedans in the U.S. due to concerns about an overheating starter motor, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced...

100,000 BMW's Recalled For Thermal Event Risk

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