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Driving the conversation: News, trends, and events for car enthusiasts
Welcome
If you were fuming at the sight of Kendrick Lamar standing on top of a chopped up 1 of 547 Buick GNX - don’t worry, it was a fake.
Kendrick is, however, known for being tied to the iconic post-’60s muscle car. His sixth album was titled “GNX” and he happens to own number 191 out of 547 - which wasn’t the one filled with thirty 5-foot tall dancers.
Industry News
Volvo is Launching 5 New Vehicles in 2025

Volvo
Volvo is rolling out five new vehicles in 2025, including a plug-in hybrid and a fresh batch of electric models.
ES90 – A new electric sedan, built on the same platform as the EX90 SUV.
EX90 – The electric replacement for the XC90, packed with next-gen safety tech.
EX40 – A redesigned XC40 Recharge with up to 293 miles of range.
EX30 – Volvo’s smallest EV, offering a punchy drive at an entry-level price.
The mystery plug-in hybrid is still under wraps, but Volvo is betting big on electrification. By 2025, they aim for 50% of global sales to be EVs, with hybrids making up the rest.
Bottom line? Volvo is going all in on electric, blending their Scandinavian design with sustainability. Read More
Other News
Fall of the Japanese giant. Nissan suspends their merger with Honda and is seeking a new partner. Read More
Volkswagen redesign a new, cheap EV Hatchback that might be worth checking out. The ID.ONE is under $21,000, but only in Europe. Read More
Subaru is getting in on the hybrid game, with new Crosstek and Forester hybrids. VP claim they are just getting started. Read More
Industry
Porsche is Set to Keep Internal Combustion Alive

Porsche
While Volvo is charging full speed into an electric future, Porsche is hitting the brakes on going all-in. Just like Aston Martin, which refuses to let the V12 die, Porsche is keeping internal combustion alive - while mixing in hybrids and EVs.
The 911 isn’t going electric anytime soon, though a hybrid GTS is coming. The 718 Boxster and Cayman are set to go full EV, but battery supply issues are causing headaches. Meanwhile, Porsche shut down rumors of a gas-powered Macan comeback—it’s staying EV-only. The Cayenne, though, will offer both hybrid and electric versions, with a fully electric model landing in 2025.
Porsche isn’t picking a side—it’s playing the field. Whether you love the roar of a gas engine or the instant torque of an EV, Porsche wants you in their lineup.
Local Listings
Because who doesn’t like looking at cars they shouldn’t (or can’t) buy.
Top Pick of the Week: 2001 Ducati 992 Monoposto
Price: $9,995 Milage: 27,708
Wanna feel like you’re in The Matrix? Snag yourself this classic Ducati 996 and some weird sunglasses and you’ll be halfway there. Plus, this timeless beauty just received it’s Desmo service, so that big headache is already behind you. Contact Dealer→
Other Listings:
2014 Ferrari LaFerrari Base | 2,148 miles | Ferrari San Diego
1999 Nissan GT-R V-Spec | $239,990 | West Coast Exotic Cars
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Final Thoughts
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Stay tuned, and keep the spark alive!


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