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$270K Gray Market Minivans, Waymo Failures, and Tesla Starlink

How a forbidden Lexus entered the US, why robotaxis are still ignoring school buses, and Musk's new in-car satellite patent.

December 18, 2025

How Did a $270K Lexus LM Minivan Sneak Into California With A Clean Carfax? | Carscoops

Gray-market Lexus LM minivans are appearing stateside, but ownership may come with risks

www.carscoops.com/2025/12/these-250k-lexus-minivans-are-somehow-for-sale-in-the-u-s

Waymo's Fix To End Robotaxis Blowing By School Buses Doesn't Work - Jalopnik

It turns out the fix didn't fix a thing.

www.jalopnik.com/2053574/waymo-fix-robotaxis-school-buses

This One-Off BMW Prototype Featured An Engine Never Before Seen In A Production Model

The untold story of BMW's 530iX Enduro concept, a one-of-a-kind prototype with a never-before-seen engine.

carbuzz.com/bmw-530-enduro-prototype

Dodge Unleashes the Durango Hellcat, Everywhere

The 710-hp Durango SRT Hellcat is now available in all 50 states—subtlety not included.

www.autoweek.com/news/a69800057/2026-dodge-durango-srt-hellcat-on-sale

A Corvette Engine powers this Land Rover Defender Restomod

The Osprey Custom 4x4 OC90 is powered by a Corvette V-8 and based on a Land Rover Defender.

robbreport.com/motors/cars/ospreys-custom-4x4-oc90-land-rover-defender-for-sale-1237414167

There's Only One Way Ford Sedans Could Make A Comeback, CEO Says

Jim Farley says he could see Ford bringing back sedans in the U.S., but only with battery-electric power.

www.hotcars.com/ford-sedans-might-be-coming-back-in-very-specific-way

Lamborghini brings #SheDrivesaLambo back to the Alps with the new Temerario

Automobili Lamborghini returned to the French Alps this winter for the third European edition of #SheDrivesaLambo, hosting an exclusive two-day experience in Les Trois Vallées, one of the world’s largest interconnected ski areas. Set in Courchevel and based at the ultra-luxury Le K2 Palace, the event combined high-altitude driving, ice drifting, and conversations with women shaping the future of performance, technology, and exploration. At the center of the experience was the Lamborghini Temerario, the brand’s latest high-performance hybrid supercar. Powered […]

www.supercars.net/blog/lamborghini-brings-shedrivesalambo-back-to-the-alps-with-the-new-temerario

Up to $100k For Your Startup - Credit is Not A Factor

Get up to $100k for your business idea, startup, or business expansion. Credit is not a factor.

fundwise.com/money?am_id=getbizfunding

Audi Is Bringing Back the A4. Here's What We Know

Audi’s beloved compact sedan could make a comeback in 2028 or 2029. Here's everything we know so far.

www.motor1.com/features/782034/2028-audi-a4-price-specs-details

2025 Cadillac Celestiq With 3 Miles On Sale For $418,000

This rare opportunity to purchase the Celestiq means you won’t have to endure a lengthy wait to acquire Cadillac’s flagship.

www.autoblog.com/carbuying/2025-cadillac-celestiq-for-sale

Tested: The 2025 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4x2 Appeals to Your Base Instincts

The entry-level, rear-drive 4Runner SR5 proves that less can definitely be more.

www.motortrend.com/reviews/2025-toyota-4runner-sr5-4x2-first-test-review

Gordon Murray Automotive Receives $120 Million Injection of Capital for Future Bespoke Supercars

Legendary automotive designer Gordon Murray is now set to grow his business thanks to a nine-figure investment.

www.roadandtrack.com/news/a69797455/gordon-murray-automotive-120-million-investment

Why Do Fake Gear Shifts in EVs Make People so Mad?

Our report that Porsche is adding fake gearshifts to its EVs stirred up a lot of strong feelings among electric diehards and traditional enthusiasts.

www.thedrive.com/news/why-do-fake-gear-shifts-in-evs-make-people-so-mad

Would You Get BMW’s New M3 Over the Outgoing One

The all-new BMW M3 is expected for the 2028 model year, and this is what it will likely look like. Do you prefer it over the current one?

www.autoevolution.com/news/would-you-get-bmws-new-m3-over-the-outgoing-one-262766.html

We Tested The Six Best EVs Of The Year. Here's Why The Cheapest Car—The Nissan Leaf–Won

In a world of bloated, expensive, angry EVs, the charming and affordable Nissan Leaf stands out. That's why it's our car of the year for 2025.

insideevs.com/features/781873/nissan-leaf-breakthrough-ev-of-the-year

Tesla files patent to integrate Starlink satellite antennas inside its cars

Tesla has filed a new patent that strongly suggests the automaker is preparing to integrate Starlink satellite receivers directly into...

electrek.co/2025/12/17/tesla-files-patent-integrate-starlink-satellite-antennas-inside-cars

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