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BMW recalls nearly 11,000 cars in SA: These are the affected models

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July 10, 2026

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BMW recalls nearly 11,000 cars in SA: These are the affected models
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The Daily Wire

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· Jul 7, 2026

One Of America’s Biggest Automakers Recalls More Than 110,000 Vehicles

Ford is recalling more than 110,000 Mustang and Mustang Mach-E vehicles over two separate defects that could increase the risk of a crash, federal regulators announced on Tuesday. The recalls affect 110,626 Mustang, Mustang GTD, and Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The larger recall covers 67,842 Mustang and Mustang GTD vehicles because the windshield wipers may malfunction ...

The West Australian

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· Jul 3, 2026

2027 BMW iX7 brings bold new styling, electric power to German brand's flagship SUV

BMW's new flagship electric SUV has been spotted in Germany again, this time showing elements of the iX5 and 7 Series limousine.

NDTV

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· Jul 10, 2026

BEST Bus Rams Multiple Vehicles In Mumbai's Andheri After 'Brake Failure'

Earlier reports from the scene had indicated that as many as 14 vehicles, including several autorickshaws, may have been involved in the chain collision.

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 9, 2026

Ops Luxury: Gagal perbaharui cukai jalan, JPJ Kelantan sita 100 kenderaan mewah

KUALA KRAI: Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ) Kelantan menyita hampir 100 kenderaan mewah pelbagai jenama yang gagal memperbaharui Lesen Kenderaan Motor (LKM) menerusi Ops Luxury sejak Mac lalu. Pengarahnya Mohd. Misuari Abdullah berkata, Toyota Alphard, Toyota Vellfire, BMW, Mercedes-Benz dan Porsche antara kenderaan mewah yang telah disita. Katanya, pemeriksaan mendapati ada kenderaan terlibat didapati tidak memperbaharui ... Read more The post Ops Luxury: Gagal perbaharui cukai jalan, JPJ Kelantan sita 100 kenderaan mewah appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Saudi Gazette

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· Jun 21, 2026

Commerce ministry recalls 1,169 Lucid Air Pure vehicles over driveshaft defect

RIYADH — The Ministry of Commerce announced the recall of 1,169 Lucid Air Pure vehicles, model years 2024-2026, due to a defect in the installation of driveshaft bolts. The defect may cause driveshaft separation and a sudden loss of propulsion power while driving, increasing the risk of accidents and posing a safety hazard to road users. The ministry urged owners of affected vehicles to verify whether their vehicle identification numbers are included in the recall through the Recalls.sa website at http://Recalls.sa. Owners are also advised to contact the authorized dealer, Lucid Motors, at the toll-free number 8001111030 to carry out the necessary repairs free of charge.

Fox Business

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· Jul 6, 2026

The $5 plastic clip behind millions of Ford Explorer recalls: report

Discover why the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued millions of Ford Explorer recall notices over a simple 5 plastic part rather than mechanical issues.

Investing.com

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· Jun 27, 2026

Why BMW’s transformation story hinges on NEUE KLASSE execution

Why BMW’s transformation story hinges on NEUE KLASSE execution

Reuters

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· Jun 26, 2026

Volkswagen weighs up to 100,000 job cuts, sources say

Volkswagen is considering shutting four German factories and ramping up job cuts to as many ‌as 100,000, two people familiar with the matter said, in what could be the biggest overhaul in the carmaker's history. #Volkswagen #automobile #cars #jobs #News #Reuters #Newsfeed Read the story here: https://reut.rs/4eIJm39 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

Proto Thema - English

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· Jun 22, 2026

“Blitz” traffic police checks in Attica: 41 arrests in one week – 17 for driving under the influence of alcohol

999 vehicles immobilized, of which 148 were towed, while 436 driving licenses and 1,382 vehicle registration certificates were confiscated The post “Blitz” traffic police checks in Attica: 41 arrests in one week – 17 for driving under the influence of alcohol appeared first on ProtoThema English.

CarNewsChina.com

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· Jul 11, 2026

Xpeng-co-developed Volkswagen ID Unyx 09 sports sedan exposed with 496 hp and CATL battery

The upcoming Volkswagen ID. Unyx 09 fastback sedan, co-developed with Xpeng, breaks cover in MIIT Batch 409 with a 496 hp dual-motor setup and CATL batteries. The post Xpeng-co-developed Volkswagen ID Unyx 09 sports sedan exposed with 496 hp and CATL battery appeared first on CarNewsChina.com.

UrduPoint

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· Jun 29, 2026

16,000 vehicles penalized, 71 cases registered in fake number plate crackdown

16,000 vehicles penalized, 71 cases registered in fake number plate crackdown

Irish Mirror

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· Jun 21, 2026

Car abandoned 'just over Irish border' after police deploy stinger and firearm drawn

A black Mercedes 300 is suspected of being involved in several crashes in Derry in the last few months

Daily Mail

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· Jul 1, 2026

BMW's new X5 arrives: Five things you need to know about the luxury SUV

BMW's new X5 arrives: Five things you need to know about the luxury SUV

India News Network

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· Jul 8, 2026

Delhi Chief Minister Informs Automakers on E20 Fuel Safety Concerns

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal contacts 29 automakers, raising concerns over contradictory messages regarding the safety of E20 fuel for vehicles.

Fark

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· Jun 30, 2026

Ford is recalling almost three quarters of a million vehicles in the U.S. over a transmission defect, possibly because the 1979 post-punk single by Joy Division can damage parking brakes [Interesting]

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AzerNews

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· Jul 10, 2026

Kia recalls vehicles over fire risk

Kia’s American division has announced a recall of approximately 463,000 vehicles due to a potential fire hazard. The information was reported by CBS News, citing the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), AzerNEWS reports.

Independent Online

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· Jul 6, 2026

Multiple Jaguar and Land Rover models recalled over oil leak risk

Multiple Jaguar and Land Rover models recalled over oil leak risk

Tampa Free Press

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· Jun 30, 2026

Your Ford Or Lincoln Could Roll Away: Massive 740,000-Vehicle Recall Issued Over Transmission Flaw

Ford Motor Company is recalling more than 740,000 trucks and SUVs to fix a mechanical issue that could cause vehicles to roll away unexpectedly. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a component inside the transmission can accidentally engage while the car is moving, destroying the vehicle’s parking mechanism. The safety notice explains [] Your Ford Or Lincoln Could Roll Away: Massive 740,000-Vehicle Recall Issued Over Transmission Flaw

Quartz

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· Jun 23, 2026

The 10 best nonluxury SUVs to buy in 2026: Consumer Reports

Most SUVs look alike on a spec sheet but drive very differently. Consumer Reports evaluated dozens of models to find 10 top non-luxury picks

The Economic Times

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· Jun 29, 2026

Tata Motors CV eyes 1 million vehicles with Iveco

Tata Motors CV eyes 1 million vehicles with Iveco

Yonhap News Agency

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· Jul 12, 2026

Eco-friendly cars account for half of new car registrations in H1

SEOUL, July 12 (Yonhap) -- Eco-friendly vehicles accounted for half of new car r...

Hindustan Times

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· Jul 7, 2026

Ford recalls 110,626 Mustang vehicles in US over wiper and drivetrain defects

Ford is recalling 110,626 Mustang, Mustang GTD and Mustang Mach-E vehicles in the US over windshield wiper and drivetrain defects that increase crash risk.

UPI

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· Jun 27, 2026

Volkswagen joins other German carmakers with job cuts, restructuring

Volkswagen joins other German carmakers with job cuts, restructuring

Syrian Arab News Agency

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· Jun 27, 2026

Fifteen injured in traffic accidents across Syria

Damascus, June 27 (SANA)– Fifteen people were injured in traffic accidents as Syrian Civil Defense teams in the Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management responded to them across Syria. The Civil Defense said via its Telegram channel on Saturday , that its teams responded to 16 traffic accidents that left 15 civilians injured, providing first []

Middle East News 247

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· Jul 1, 2026

The new BMW X5 enters its fifth generation, combining five different drive system technologies for the first time with the design language and innovations of the Neue Klasse

The new BMW X5 adds another chapter to its story of success. The fifth generation of the BMW X5 impresses with technical innovations, a stunning new design and the integration of future-oriented technologies from the Neue Klasse. This underlines its exceptional status and reinforces its leading position in a segment that it originally established. First [] The post The new BMW X5 enters its fifth generation, combining five different drive system technologies for the first time with the design language and innovations of the Neue Klasse appeared first on Middle East News 247.

Digital Trends

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· Jun 30, 2026

BMW reveals redesigned X5 with petrol, hybrid, EV, and hydrogen options

BMW has revealed the all-new X5 with petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid, electric, and future hydrogen powertrains, marking the biggest overhaul in the SUV's history.

The News Letter

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· Jun 25, 2026

One in three used cars checked has something to hide – how to uncover it cheaply

A vehicle history report could reveal outstanding loans, clocked mileage, number plate changes and previous damage before a buyer hands over their money

BERNAMA

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· Jul 13, 2026

World : EU Tariffs Drive Western EV Production Towards Europe, Study Says

BERLIN, July 13 (Bernama-dpa) -- Western automakers have shifted more electric vehicle production back to Europe since the European Union introduced tariffs on Chinese-made EVs, according to a study by European transport group TE, reported German news agency dpa.

Off The Press

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· Jun 25, 2026

17 injured after vehicle plows into World Cup revelers in Mexico

Over a dozen people were injured on Wednesday night when a vehicle drove through a crowd in the popular tourist resort of Cabo San Lucas during a celebration of Mexico’s World Cup match victory, Los Cabos’ city hall said in a statement. “According to preliminary information, the vehicle was surrounded by a group of people []...Click to read more

BNO News

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· Jul 9, 2026

Kia recalls 463,000 Telluride SUVs over fire risk, tells owners to park outside

Kia is recalling nearly 463,000 Telluride SUVs in the United States and warning owners to park outside because the front power seat motors can overheat and catch fire, according to federal safety documents. The recall covers 462,869 Kia Telluride vehicles from model years 2020 through 2024. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said the [] The post Kia recalls 463,000 Telluride SUVs over fire risk, tells owners to park outside appeared first on BNO News.

BOL News

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· Jun 26, 2026

Honda faces historic annual loss as CEO apologises to investors

Company posts 9 billion EV restructuring hit and weak performance. The post Honda faces historic annual loss as CEO apologises to investors appeared first on BOL News.

The korea Herald News

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· Jun 22, 2026

BMW's New iX3 offers first taste of Neue Klasse future

BMW has unveiled the New iX3 SUV, the first vehicle built on its Neue Klasse electric vehicle platform, marking the beginning of the software-defined vehicle era. Replacing the fragmented electronic architectures of conventional vehicles, the new platform unifies critical functions through centralized computing, improving performance, agility and efficiency. The latest iX3 is the first of more than 40 new and face-lifted BMW models set to launch across gasoline, diesel, plug-in hybrid and fully

Iran Herald

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· Jun 22, 2026

BMW faces pressure after third profit warning in 3 years

BERLIN, Germany: BMW and employee representatives are preparing for discussions on the company's plans after the German automaker issued a profit warning and announced measures to accelerate efficiency improvements. The talks come as BMW grapples with weakening demand in China and higher costs linked to the war in Iran, pressures that have contributed to the company's third profit warning in as many years. <

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