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It’s been over three years since the latest Gran Turismo release on PlayStation 5, and Polyphony Digital has routinely delivered updates and downloadable content since then. Today, though, the studio is preparing to launch one of its biggest updates so far—and it’ll cost you. The Power Pack DLC launches on December 4, 2025, bringing some significant new features. In addition to 50 new races and 24-hour endurance races, the latest update will introduce the newest version of the game’s advanced AI racers called Gran Turismo Sophy 3.0. The new AI is exclusive to DLC. Players will be able…
UPDATED 12/11/2025 5:00pm: Lexus Australia has provided a further statement, though it hasn’t specified what the remedy for this latest recall will be, despite having confirmed it would replace engines as part of a previous LX600 recall.Lexus Australia is recalling close to 800 examples of its GX and LX large luxury off-road SUV due to a fault with their twin-turbocharged V6 petrol engines.“Lexus is actively developing a remedy and exploring all available options to provide a repair to our customers as quickly as possible. Our priority is to identify the best possible solution for our customers,” said a company spokesperson…
Those of us in America may be familiar with the 318ti and its unique “California top.” Smack dab between a convertible soft top and traditional roof, the California Edition 318ti offered a canvas top that stretched over both the front and rear seats — perfect for sunny days, but perhaps not ideal for rainy environments. While those California top cars are exceedingly rare, we’ve found something in the same vein but even more uncommon. You’re looking at pictures of the BMW 328i Baur Topcabriolet.What is the BMW 328i Baur Topcabriolet?Dyed in the wool enthusiasts might recognize the Baur name. The…
Outside of a few special editions that have trickled out over the last few years—like the pricey Mk IV—the second-generation Ford GT effectively ended production in 2022. After six successful years, Ford retired its flagship two-door performance car, offering no sign that a successor was in the works. That could soon change. Ford announced today that its newly rebranded Ford Racing division is getting ready to unveil an entirely new “production road car” early next year. Could the GT be making a comeback? It’s unclear for now, but we’ll find out more when the new vehicle debuts in January. Details…
Cadillac is working on a new petrol-powered CT5 sedan, and this could open the door for a revival of the Chevrolet Camaro.As part of GM’s grand EV plans, Cadillac was set to become an all-electric brand in the US, except for the Escalade, its volume-selling large SUV.But with EV adoption not meeting expectations, Cadillac is making some changes. In October, Cadillac confirmed it would develop a new generation of the CT5 sedan, although it seems as though the smaller CT4 is still scheduled to go out of production in the middle of 2026 and won’t be replaced.CarExpert can save you…
BMW is about to pull the plug on the 8 Series, but not before launching one (possibly) last special edition. This time, it’s based on the M850i Gran Coupe and features a swanky Individual paint finish. The M Performance sedan comes exclusively in Dark Emerald Metallic, paired with a carbon exterior package and 20-inch black wheels.Availability is limited to just 10 units, each fitted with Individual Merino black leather. BMW South Korea is asking 162.3 million won, or roughly $111,000, including value-added tax (VAT) and the 3.5% consumption tax.The 8 Series is part of a five-car lineup of special editions…
A TikTok user went viral after sharing a near-horror story: Her car vanished from her driveway, and she later found it a mile away. Kaytlin Jarrell (@kaytlinjarrell21) says her neighborhood had already been hit by a string of thefts that snagged several neighbors. “Literally just had three individuals arrested that were going around and breaking into people’s cars,” she said. “And today my car is missing.” In the video, she asked viewers to “come with me to go find my car because it’s not in my driveway.” Luckily, her dad had a spare Mazda, so she drove around the area…
The Mercedes-Benz EQAandEQBelectric SUVs have been recalled for a potential fire risk, with a half a dozen examples affected.“Due to a software issue, the high voltage battery may short circuit if charged over 80 percent capacity,” the company says in its recall notice.“If this occurs, the battery could overheat and lead to a vehicle fire.“A vehicle fire could increase the risk of serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users, and bystanders, and/or damage to property.”CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal.A total of 6 vehicles are affected, produced…
We’ve already talked about all the colors available at launch for the Neue Klasse BMW iX3. However, one shade has so far only appeared in online configurators, which aren’t always the most accurate reflection of how a color looks in real life. That changes today, as a new photo gallery showcases the electric SUV in Fire Red for the first time.Also known as Vegas Red in the United States, this color is featured on an iX3 that skips the M Sport Package. You can tell it’s the base trim level by the more restrained bumper design at both ends of…
The ninth-generation Nissan Sentra remains remarkably affordable for the 2026 model year. The compact sedan received a thorough refresh for its ninth generation, wrapping the familiar platform and powertrain in fresh sheet metal. The automaker also revamped the interior. The entry-level Sentra S will start at $23,645, which is $810 more than before (all prices include the $1,245 destination charge). Buyers receive a 12.3-inch infotainment screen and a 7.0-inch driver info display, as well as wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, and full LED headlights. Heated front seats and mirrors are $500 extra. The SV starts at $24,415…