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Legendary BMW Tuner AC Schnitzer Saved From Death | Carscoops (opens the original)
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Good news for BMW fans: One of the most recognized names in the brand’s tuning history has been saved from the scrap heap, as AC Schnitzer is being acquired by the Dutch AM Group from its founders, KOHL Automotive. It comes after we reported earlier this year that the company was set to wind up operations by the end of 2026. AC Schnitzer is a company that has been making aftermarket performance parts for Bavaria’s finest since 1987, with their first car being the ACS7, based on the E32-generatio
$400 GTA VI Vice City Collection Doesn't Even Come With The Game | Carscoops (opens the original)
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If the hype is to be believed, we’re not far off from one of the most significant video game launches of all time. Whether it’s been seemingly countless delays, a barrage of leaks, or the fact that the gaming industry itself has cleared the way for the game’s November launch, Grand Theft Auto VI has dominated the tech headlines. The game promises to bring everything we car guys have loved back to the franchise, including the car chases, even more car customization, and a return to more racing ev
UK Study Shows High-Mileage EVs Are More Reliable Than Combustion Cars, With One Big Caveat | Carscoops (opens the original)
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In news that is sure to either surprise or delight you, depending on where you sit on the EV vs ICE divide, a recent study from the U.K. has found that high-mileage electric cars are more reliable than their combustion counterparts. On the face of it, the evidence flies in the face of those put off by higher-mileage EVs, due to concerns over wear and tear. However, there’s an important catch: the study was carried out using the UK’s MOT test data. While the sample size is impressive, with 47.4 m
A Hacker Took Control Of A BYD For TV, But Should Should You Be Worried? | Carscoops (opens the original)
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A documentary carried out in Australia has highlighted the potential cybersecurity risks associated with the rapid influx of Chinese electric cars in the country. In it, it highlighted how car companies have access to a treasure trove of information from each vehicle, with modern machines able to harvest an immense amount of data, not just on driving state, but potentially on the users themselves. The investigation centered mainly around two Chinese EV brands: Xpeng and BYD. With Xpeng, an unnam
BYD Recalls 183,000 Cars In China Over Brake Defect | Carscoops (opens the original)
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BYD has recalled 183,000 cars sold in its home market of China, after a defect was found in a brake pedal component. The fault could cause the affected cars’ brake lights to remain illuminated without the driver applying the brakes. Although not an active safety risk to drivers, it affects the potential safety of other road users who may not be able to identify when the affected BYDs are braking. The recall has been issued by China’s State Administration for Market Regulation. The problem is rep
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