Ferrari Will Keep Advancing V6, V8, and V12 Engines: TDS
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🚘 What I’m driving: I’m still behind the wheel of the 2026 Subaru Solterra, encountering some CarPlay glitches, which is ironic since my parents and cousin have recently reported similar issues with CarPlay in their non-Subaru vehicles.
⛽️ During its Capital Markets Day, Ferrari’s Chief Research and Development Officer, Ernesto Lasalandra, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to gas-powered vehicles, stating, “We continue to develop our V6, V8, and V12 engines,” while also mentioning efforts to enhance power output while adhering to emissions standards.
👨💼 Porsche is in discussions with Michael Leiters to become the new CEO; Leiters, the former CEO of McLaren and previous CTO of Ferrari, has a 13-year history at Porsche, including a role as project manager for the Cayenne.
🏭 Production has resumed at Jaguar Land Rover facilities following a severe cyber attack.
🔋 The BMW i3 Neue Klasse sedan is set to launch next year, boasting around 400 miles of range and featuring the automaker’s next-generation design.
🚗 The updated Nissan Altima has made its debut for international markets, known as the Teana outside the U.S., and it showcases a sleek design; however, it's unlikely the refreshed sedan will return to the U.S. market despite the global update.
💻 The automotive industry is on edge over the potential of another chip shortage stemming from issues related to the Chinese-owned chip manufacturer Nexperia.
🚨 Ford has issued a recall for nearly 625,000 vehicles due to issues with seatbelts and rearview cameras.
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