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Mazda says second-generation CX-3 goes into production in Thailand in 2027. Tiny SUV should get mild-hybrid power and Vision-X Compact concept looks. Current CX-3 survives in some markets but vanished from US, Europe years ago. Mazda’s smallest SUV is officially getting a second act. After more than a decade on sale and years of rumors predicting its demise, the automaker has confirmed an all-new CX-3 will arrive in 2027. The announcement appeared in Mazda ’s latest financial presentation, where the company confirmed it will “introduce the next-generation CX-3” next year to strengthen its position in the high-volume compact SUV segment. Another slide revealed production plans for the model at the AutoAlliance Thailand plant are “progressing smoothly.” Related: Ford And GM Lost Billions On Their EV U-Turns. Mazda’s Loss Is $0 The current CX-3 has become something of an automotive survivor. Intro...

A Porsche Cayenne owner is leading a federal class action against the brand. The complaint alleges Porsche has built an illegal monopoly over its own repairs. Independent shops can’t access the diagnostic tools needed for basic service jobs. A dashboard warning light a third-party shop couldn’t switch off has turned into a federal antitrust case. The owner of a Porsche Cayenne is now leading a US class action accusing the German automaker of running an illegal monopoly over the repair of its own cars. The lawsuit , lodged in the US District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, alleges that Porsche has engineered its electronic control units so that only authorized dealers can interact with them for service, repairs, and routine maintenance. Read: Porsche Leads Dealer Service Satisfaction As A Surprise Runner Up Looms As such, this effectively prevents independent automotive mechanics from working on vehicles from the...

A rare 812 Competizione Aperta has been wrecked in Malibu. Only 599 examples of the open-top V12 supercar were built. Values have climbed from $700,000 to over $2.5 million. With just 599 examples built, the Ferrari 812 Competizione Aperta has quickly become a highly sought-after collector’s item, now valued at around $2.5 million, despite originally starting at $700,000 just a few years ago. The supercar’s value and rarity make it even sadder to see what’s happened to this one. A couple of days ago, a silver-and-yellow 812 Competizione A was seen cruising along the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, but moments later, it was wedged under the rear of what appears to be a Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet. With extensive damage across its front and side, it seems possible that this Ferrari will be declared a write-off by the insurer and sent to auction. Read: This Ferrari’s Value Has Nearly Quadrupled In Just Thre...

Subaru might be working on a new sports car with an STI version. Recent ACX and ACX STI trademark filings point to an EV. A combustion sports car could be based on the Toyota GR Celica. The rumor mill around Subaru’s performance division has been working overtime lately. Fans of Subaru Tecnica International have spent months chasing reports of a returning WRX STI hot hatch , but the company may also be working on a new sports coupe with a proper STI variant attached. The Trademarks According to CarSales , Subaru has trademarked the ACX and ACX STI nameplates with IP Australia, a callback to the ACX-II concept car from 1985. The Australian outlet leans toward a gasoline-powered application, pointing to separate “Flat Shift” and “Rev Sync” filings as supporting evidence. However, trademarks lodged elsewhere in the world tell a different story. More: Subaru Can’t Sell You A Proper WRX STI, But It...

Lamborghini has introduced the new Revuelto NA63. Model celebrates North America and is limited to 63 units. Car has unique liveries inspired by US and Canadian flags. Lamborghini continues to celebrate its 63rd anniversary as they’ve taken the wraps off the new Revuelto NA63. It’s a limited edition that honors the importance of the North American market and only 63 units will be headed to customers in the United States and Canada. As a nod to both countries, there are special liveries inspired by the American and Canadian flags. On the US side, one of the four available configurations sees a Blu Marinus body accompanied by Rosso Mut and Bianco Monocerus Matt stripes. As you’ve probably guessed, those colors pay tribute to the red, white, and blue. More: Lambo’s Aventador SV Got 740 HP, The Revuelto SV Is Rumored To Get 1,184 HP To appeal to our neighbors to the North, there are white and red stripes inspi...