Good morning! It’s Wednesday, August 28, 2024, and this is The Morning Shift, your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know. Suggested Reading. The Property Brothers First Car Literally Spoke To Them. 1st...

Chrysler Heir Wants To Save The Brand From Stellantis

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JLR has been struggling to find buyers for the Discovery and is working on radical changes for the next generation. The problem is not that the Discovery is a bad product - it's just not as attractive to buyers as the always-fashionable Range Rover and the revitalized retro-modern Defender, each of which can easily sustain itself as a newly formed standalone brand. In fact, the Defender is so popular that Land Rover is now reviving its Classic ancestor as a restomod, and it's not quite as expensive as you might think.

Land Rover Revives The Classic Defender V8 In Restomod Style

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As Ford looks toward the future of affordable EVs, the answer could be in its recent past.

Why Ford Could Revive 2 High-Volume Vehicles, and Soon

Range Rover executives say it was hard to blend all of the vehicle's historic qualities in the new EV, but they managed to do it. The electric Range Rover is coming in 2025 to fight the Mercedes-Benz EQG and other large, luxurious off-road-focused electric SUVs. It will have an 800-volt...

Electric Range Rover Promises Supreme Luxury And Off-Road Might

General Motors on Monday revealed redesigned versions of its entry-level GMC Terrain crossover, including a new standard "Elevation" model. The vehicle features a more rugged exterior design as well as a new interior with 26 inches of standard information and control screens. The Terrain is typically one of the bestselling...

GM reveals redesigned GMC Terrain as brand's entry-level model

Monterey, CA

When it comes to car names, it doesn’t get much more straightforward than this. Unveiled in Monterey, California, the Acura Performance EV Concept is a design study that was built as a preview of an upcoming high-performance Acura model powered by an electric drivetrain. Look beyond some of the...

Acura Performance EV Concept unveiled as a preview of things to come

Sag Harbor, NY

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Justin Timberlake had a pricey wristwatch, a vape pen, and over $300 in cash on him when he was arrested on DWI charges on eastern Long Island in June. Law enforcement officers discovered the singer, 43, holding a vape device, a Rolex watch, a gold band, and a wallet containing $306 in bills when he was arrested in Sag Harbor on June 18, as reported by the Daily Mail.

Justin Timberlake had a vape pen, Rolex, and $306 cash at the time of his DWI arrest: police report

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, I’m sure you’ll be aware that multi-million-dollar cars require eye-watering amounts of money just for simple maintenance and servicing, especially if it’s a Bugatti. Over the years, we’ve had many Bugatti owners tell us how insanely expensive it is to own a hypercar. While a 27-year-old recently claimed that his $4 million Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport Carbon goes a mere 62 miles on a full tank of fuel, renowned entrepreneur and influencer Manny Khoshbin has given a detailed account of the ownership cost of his Veyron in the past. He claimed that all fluids have to be changed each year, and that costs a whopping $25,000.

The owner of a $1.7 million Bugatti Veyron was shocked when the official service center quoted him $12,000 to replace a faulty door mirror switch. The clever owner took it to a supercar specialist who swapped it with an identical part from a Volkswagen van, which cost just $1.

Plymouth, MA

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The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

Salem, OH

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Lockport, IL

A Mustang driver’s failed burnout at Cars and Coffee ended with a crash. The driver lost control, rolling into a parked Chevrolet Corvette nearby. Fortunately, it appears that everyone involved in the incident escaped unharmed. It’s a tale as old as 1964. Ford Mustangs seem to find a way...

Another Mustang Crashes At Cars And Coffee, This Time Into A Corvette

Douglas, GA

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A local Walmart employee was recently arrested on a misdemeanor charge after allegedly stealing over $60 worth of merchandise from the store. Additionally, she faced a felony charge after officers discovered suspected methamphetamine in her locker during the arrest.

Douglas Walmart Employee Arrested for Methamphetamine Possession and Shoplifting

‘Any meat items my dogs refuse to eat, I no longer eat.’ It’s said that animals have a “sixth sense,” which affords them an insight human beings cannot match. There are clips of security camera earthquake footage where pets can be seen wigging out seconds before tremors begin.

‘It ain’t food anymore.’: Dairy Queen customer warns against chicken after his dog refuses to eat it

Much of the front end of the Cybertruck is missing – and what’s left is pretty much useless. As is obvious from the charred remains, the EV was engulfed by fire. Still, the wrecked Tesla will soon be available for auction by IAAI. Very few pickup trucks have...

What Would You Do With This Burnt-Out Pile Of Steel That Used To Be A Tesla Cybertruck?

Normal, IL

Fortunately, the fire didn’t spread beyond the factory’s parking lot. A Rivian spokesperson says the cause of the fire is still being investigated. The blaze comes just a few weeks after three Amazon delivery vehicles built by Rivian caught on fire. Approximately 50 spanking new Rivian R1S and...

Over 50 Rivian R1T And R1S Models Ruined In Factory Fire

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes that appear in this article are from the author's direct interview with those mentioned.]. The original Perry Mason TV series starring Raymond Burr initially aired on CBS from 1957 to 1966. All these decades later, the show remains popular in syndication (and was recently reimagined in a new edition starring Matthew Rhys).

'Perry Mason' Actor Raymond Burr told co-star Richard Anderson, it's "all about the casting."

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Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

Electric automotive technology isn't necessarily a new thing, but it has become substantially more popular in recent years as brands push to lower their overall carbon footprint. A conventional electric car design possesses far fewer moving parts , making the overall drivetrain a lot more efficient when compared to your average ICE design. Couple this with the fact that you don't need any fossil fuels to power an EV, and you'll find that this newer technology is a lot more of a logical choice for new automotive designs. Of course, this puts the debate of which configuration is more enjoyable to the side, as EVs generally have a reputation for being dull and soulless.

Do Electric Cars Have Transmissions?

Georgia State

According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

Over the last few years, Infiniti has been in the doldrums, with traditional rivals - and newcomers such as Genesis - surpassing the brand in the desirability stakes. But that's all about to change. First, the 2025 QX80 was launched, and it will soon be followed by an array of new models, including a Lexus RX model and a small electrified crossover, reports Automotive News .

Infiniti's Great Comeback Includes New QX65 And An Electrified Crossover

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Ford’s New Global Design Boss Is The One Who Penned The GT Supercar

Todd Willing is the new head of Ford Design, replacing Anthony Lo. The Ford veteran has been with the brand for over 21 years. His portfolio...

Ford’s New Global Design Boss Is The One Who Penned The GT Supercar

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