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This Cayenne Proves Some Ideas Really Should Stay On Paper

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Larte Design unveils a Cayenne kit crafted entirely from pink carbon. The package offers eleven custom exterior pieces for Porsche owners. Upgrades include bumpers, arches, hood vents, side skirts, and wheels. The aftermarket world has always thrived on boundary pushing aesthetics. Sometimes that spirit produces inspired upgrades. Other times it delivers something that feels better left as a digital sketch. The latest creation from Larte Design falls squarely into the latter camp, showing that just because you can overhaul a vehicle like the Porsche Cayenne, that doesn’t mean you should . Larte’s new kit for the Cayenne is quite unlike any other we’ve seen in the past. It includes a range of pre-preg carbon fiber accessories that can be added to the Porsche’s body. Instead of a traditional black finished carbon fiber, the tuner has chosen to make it bright pink. It may find favor with Paris Hilton, but it is hard to picture a broader audience lining up. Read: Larte’s...
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New Cars Are Smarter Than Ever, Yet Owners Say They’re More Annoying Than Ever

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New vehicle problems rose to 204 PP100 this year. Plug in hybrids average 281 problems per 100 vehicles. Gas models improved slightly to 198 PP100 overall. The modern car promises more than simple transportation. It is a rolling network of screens, sensors, processors, and wireless connections, all designed to make driving easier and ownership smarter. Yet as technology deepens its grip, reliability appears to be slipping. Fresh data from JD Power suggests new vehicle dependability has taken a step backward, with infotainment glitches and over the air software updates playing a big role. The latest study surveyed 33,268 owners of 2023 model year vehicles, asking about 184 specific problem areas across nine major categories. These covered climate, driving assistance, driving experience, exterior, features, controls and displays, infotainment, interior, powertrain, and seats. Read: The Surprising Brand That Keeps Drivers Hooked More Than Porsche Or Lexus After three...
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Finally, A Vantage GT3 You Can Actually Own Without Selling Your House

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Mattel’s GT3 Vantage kit features 793 pieces and detailed design. A 1:64 die-cast Vantage GT3 model is included in each box. Model offers working steering, open doors, and engine detail. While Lego may still dominate the conversation when it comes to miniature building bricks, Mattel has built a contender of its own. The Mattel Brick Shop offers a broad range of kits, and its latest release expands the Hot Wheels line with something rather special. This is a 1:16 scale replica of the Aston Martin Vantage GT3, aimed at both younger builders and adults who still appreciate the focus of snapping pieces into place. Read: You’ll Spend More Time Building This Bugatti Than A Billionaire Spends Driving One The set comprises 793 pieces and accurately matches the overall shape and proportions of a real Vantage race car. It comes painted in a standard green with lime-green accents on the front grille and wing mirrors. Also included in the box are interchangeable wheel faces ...
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Over Half A Million BMWs Recalled For Fire Risk, And Toyota’s Caught In It Too

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Faulty BMW starter motors can wear out and trigger engine fires. Recall affects over 575,000 vehicles, 87,394 in the United States. BMW dealers will replace parts for free starting March 24, 2026. In an action spanning multiple model lines and markets, BMW is recalling as many as 575,000 vehicles worldwide, including more than 87,000 in the United States, after identifying a problem with its starter motors. The issue centers on premature wear that can prevent the starter from engaging the engine. As if that wasn’t bad enough, BMW says the starter motor can trigger a fire when starting the engine, or even when the vehicle is running. Read: BMW’s Latest Recall Is Bad News For Toyota Owners, Especially If They Park In A Garage The starter motor at the heart of the recall was supplied by Valeo and first showed signs of trouble last September. BMW began investigating after three vehicles caught fire, two 2022 3-Series models and one 2023 4-Series. That inquiry set the tone...
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AC Schnitzer Can’t Wait For BMW, Gives i5 Its Own Facelift

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AC Schnitzer shared new BMW i5 photos with aero-focused mods. The electric sedan wears a subtle kit and 21-inch alloys. Owners can add lowering springs and wheel spacers for stance. BMW is already preparing a mid-cycle refresh for the 5-Series and its all-electric sibling, the i5, but current owners don’t have to wait for the facelift to give their cars more visual presence. Thanks to aftermarket specialists like AC Schnitzer, there are already options on the table. The German tuning brand has just released images of a newly modified i5 that comes across as a more civilized version of the ultra-aggressive M5. More: What Happens When The M5 Loses Restraint And Gains Nearly 800 HP AC Schnitzer originally announced a series of styling and chassis upgrades for the G60/G61 generation in 2024. At the time, the preview focused on the internal combustion variants. This latest update showcases the same upgrades applied to the fully electric i5, specifically the range-topping ...
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