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⛽️ California is reportedly reconsidering its EV mandate and the ban on new gas-powered car sales by 2035 after the Trump administration blocked its stringent emissions regulations in June.
🏎️ The wild Hyundai Elantra N TCR Edition track car has been confirmed for release in America.
🚙 The Genesis G90 Wingback Concept has been unveiled, hinting at what could be an impressive full-size luxury wagon as the automaker seeks to challenge the establishment.
💨 The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is set to arrive in the U.S. next year, but the automaker appears to anticipate low demand, indicating that the electric sports sedan will be available in limited numbers.
🎯 Infiniti is now targeting Mercedes-Benz AMG and BMW M with its upcoming high-performance luxury models.
🥏 The new Porsche 911 GT3 Manthey Kit was introduced, reducing the sports car's Nurburgring lap time by nearly 3 seconds.
🔋 The Lucid Gravity Touring has been launched with a starting price of $81,550, including destination fees, and offers a range of up to 337 miles.
🔥 A fire has once again occurred at one of Ford’s aluminum supplier plants.
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California is reconsidering its ban on the sale of new gas-powered cars: TDS
California may not eliminate the sale of new gasoline-powered vehicles by 2035 after all.