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Nissan is back in the black after a difficult stretch marked by weak sales, restructuring pressure and abandoned Honda tie-up talks. The recovery is encouraging, but the automaker still faces major product and profitability tests.
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Nissan wants to shorten the time it takes to bring new vehicles to market, a shift aimed at keeping pace with faster-moving Chinese rivals and rapidly changing buyer expectations.
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MINI’s next Countryman variant is being tested in the Rocky Mountains before an October reveal, bringing raised-riding, adventure-themed hardware to the brand’s family SUV.
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Honda is working on a third-generation Ridgeline, giving its aging midsize pickup a confirmed path forward as the segment grows more competitive.
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Volkswagen is evaluating whether cars engineered by its Chinese operations could fill gaps in its European lineup, potentially giving buyers more choice while the brand cuts complexity and development costs.
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Bentley has confirmed Torcal as the name of its upcoming electric SUV, with a full reveal scheduled for September 23. The model will expand Bentley’s range as the luxury brand moves deeper into battery-electric vehicles.
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Hyundai’s next Avante points to a sharper, larger and more hybrid-focused compact saloon. A UK or European return is not confirmed, but the timing is notable as the i30 bows out.
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