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🤖 Automated Edition — Monday, July 27, 2026. Algorithmically curated from across the automotive web. The Daily Hoon links to original sources. News sourced from NewsData.io, Currents API, World News API, TheNewsAPI, GNews, Mediastack, New York Times & select RSS feeds (Motor Trend, Car and Driver, The Drive, Autosport, Road & Track).
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The New Mercedes F1 Safety Car Is Now Almost More Interesting Than The F1 Cars Themselves
This past weekend’s F1 Hungarian Grand Prix saw Mercedes celebrate 30 years as the official provider of the sport’s safety car by introducing an all-new model with a wing so offensively large that it looks like it cou...
The New Mercedes F1 Safety Car Is Now Almost More Interesting Than The F1 Cars Themselves
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New Honda F1 engine to debut in Aston Martin filming day ahead of Dutch GP
Honda has announced it will debut its new Formula 1 power unit at an Aston Martin filming day this Wednesday at the Hungaroring.Fresh from a confidence-boosting Hungarian Grand Prix where Aston Martin released its B-s...
New Honda F1 engine to debut in Aston Martin filming day ahead of Dutch GP
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Honda eyes Subaru Outback sweet spot with lifted ‘Accord SUV’ hybrid in 2029
The Accord SUV would build on Honda’s shift to hybrids. Several Honda nameplates are expected to go hybrid-only by 2031, including the CR-V, Accord, Pilot, Ridgeline and Odyssey.
Honda eyes Subaru Outback sweet spot with lifted ‘Accord SUV’ hybrid in 2029
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Rivian R2 uses up to 26% more energy than Model Y in real-world test
Out of Spec Reviews put a Rivian R2 Performance and a Tesla Model Y Performance on the same roads on the same afternoon. The R2 used 18% to 26% more energy at every single speed they tested. That’s awkward, because th...
Rivian R2 uses up to 26% more energy than Model Y in real-world test
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Musk says Tesla Semi self-driving is a year away, so truckers are safe
Elon Musk says Tesla expects to have self-driving working on the Tesla Semi “probably around the end of this year or early next year.” Going by Tesla’s record on self-driving deadlines, it is: their jobs are safe for ...
Musk says Tesla Semi self-driving is a year away, so truckers are safe
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Why NASCAR needs to stop racing at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
For NASCAR, the prestige of competing at IMS is no longer enough to make up for one simple fact: The racing is awful.
Why NASCAR needs to stop racing at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
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Hello Autocar Team, I would appreciate your expert advice in choosing my second car. Please suggest the top three recommendations under Rs 12 lakh, automatic, and comfortable for a family of five. I previously owned a Fiat Punto Dynamic Diesel. I used it daily for around 70km, plus one outstation trip every month. Now I've relocated to Pune, and my running has reduced substantially to under 500km per month, with occasional trips. My requirements are: Budget: Rs 10-12 lakh on-road (slightly flexi
We'd recommend stretching your budget slightly for the new Maruti Suzuki Brezza VXi Automatic.Although it's priced just above your stated budget of Rs 10-12 lakh on road, the extra spend is justified. The recently lau...
Hello Autocar Team, I would appreciate your expert advice in choosing my second car. Please suggest the top three recommendations under Rs 12 lakh, automatic, and comfortable for a family of five. I previously owned a Fiat Punto Dynamic Diesel. I used it daily for around 70km, plus one outstation trip every month. Now I've relocated to Pune, and my running has reduced substantially to under 500km per month, with occasional trips. My requirements are: Budget: Rs 10-12 lakh on-road (slightly flexi
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Red Bull Hits 300 F1 Podiums: Where They Rank All-Time and Who Scored Them
Max Verstappen’s hard-fought third-place finish at the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix was more than just a salvage job after an engine grid penalty—it etched Red Bull Racing into one of Formula 1’s most exclusive record book...
Red Bull Hits 300 F1 Podiums: Where They Rank All-Time and Who Scored Them
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America’s Car-Mart warns low liquidity threatens survival despite 60 dealership closures
The large used-vehicle retailer said it needs a warehouse facility or other source of funds to lend to consumers and warned investors it might not be a "going concern" in 12 months.
America’s Car-Mart warns low liquidity threatens survival despite 60 dealership closures
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Which Drop-Top Volkswagen Is Your Pick? 1985 VW Cabrio vs 2001 VW Cabrio
Good morning! We’re starting this week off with a couple of convertible Volkswagens. Why not? It’s the height of summer, so you still have plenty of time in the year for open-air adventures, and with their little four...
Which Drop-Top Volkswagen Is Your Pick? 1985 VW Cabrio vs 2001 VW Cabrio
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