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Automotive

Mercedes-Benz Announces Major Portfolio Restructuring for 2027 With Several High-Profile Models Set for Retirement

Mercedes-Benz is embarking on a significant strategic realignment of its global vehicle portfolio, signaling a pivot away from the rapid, sprawling expansion of its electric vehicle sub-brand in favor of a more streamlined and integrated approach. The German luxury automaker has confirmed that several prominent models, including high-performance hybrids and flagship electric sedans, are scheduled […]

October 2, 2026
Automotive

The Surveillance State on Wheels: New Study Reveals How Modern Vehicles and Apps Harvest Driver Data for Big Tech

As the automotive industry continues its rapid transition toward software-defined vehicles, the privacy of the average driver is becoming increasingly precarious. A comprehensive new study from researchers at Northeastern University has pulled back the curtain on the extensive data-collection practices of modern automakers, revealing a landscape where vehicles act as sophisticated surveillance hubs, often funneling […]

October 1, 2026
Automotive

Stellantis Deploys "Quality War Rooms" and 2,000 Engineers to Combat Longstanding Reliability Issues

In an industry currently obsessed with the nebulous promises of artificial intelligence, autonomous driving, and software-defined architectures, Stellantis is taking a decidedly more grounded—and urgent—approach to its immediate future. The transatlantic automotive giant has effectively declared war on its own quality control issues, establishing a massive internal infrastructure designed to identify, analyze, and rectify vehicle […]

October 1, 2026