Bad news for car lovers! These models will get the ax in 2024
I collect cars, anything from classics to supercars. But my favorite is my 2012 MB SLS with the gull-wing doors. Well, I also love my 1946 Chevy Pickup and 1964 ½ Mustang … I love them all!
In 2022, most manufacturers cut at least one model that wasn’t bringing in cash. As more factory space goes into electric vehicles (EVs), it’s no wonder. Say so long to these cars. If you have one, you might want to keep it.
- Dodge Challenger & Charger: Except to see both back as EVs. The Charger EV will get up to 670 horsepower with all the upgrades. (For comparison, the Tesla Model S Plaid is 1,020 horsepower.)
- Chrysler 300: Chrysler’s EV isn’t coming till 2025 at the earliest. Looks like they’re going to have some free time.
- Ford Edge: The factory that makes these is going EV for the 2025 model year.
- Chevrolet Bolt EV: The $26,000 model (cheap by EV standards) uses old standards. Equinox is replacing it.
- Audi R8: Audi is retiring its flagship car after 15 years, and there’s no EVF replacement on the horizon.
- Kia Stinger: The $40,000 sedan just wasn’t popular enough.
- Maserati Ghibli: Another performance car being ushered out by an EV replacement in 2025.
- Mazda MX-30: An EV needs enough range to make it worth it, and this one only goes 100 miles between charges. Not enough for $34,000.
- Mercedes-Benz CLS: Lots of changes at Mercedes, with gas cars getting the boot.
- Nissan Maxima: No solid details yet, but I’d be shocked if there wasn’t an EV coming in its place.
- Audi TT: Go figure, small sports cars just aren’t that popular anymore.
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When a manufacturer releases a product to the public, they’re responsible for any defects or overlooked issues. These could be minor, causing an inconvenience, or dangerous to consumer health and safety. The problem could affect a few thousand units or millions.
Over 5M cars have been recalled in the last 6 months — Is yours on the list?
Recalls can range from minor annoying issues to deadly safety concerns. Here’s one of the latter. A major manufacturer is recalling 19 shampoo products for containing a cancer-causing carcinogen. Tap or click here for the complete list and what you need to do.
Recall alert: Nearly 155,000 Jeeps, Rams, Audis and VWs could endanger drivers
You can be the most careful driver on the road, but mechanical issues can strip your control and plunge you into danger. That’s why we always blow the whistle when manufacturers recall vehicles that can jeopardize your next ride. You guessed it. There’s a new list of recalled cars to check.
Check this vehicle recall list for your Honda, Ford, Chevy, Audi or GM model
Many vehicles roll off the assembly plant in spotless condition, but unfortunately, some issues tend to fall through the cracks. As a result, several vehicle recalls have occurred this year, and more are being added to the list.
5.9M trucks and SUVs added to the biggest auto recall in history
It’s not uncommon to receive a notice about a vehicle recall in the mail. Most of the time, the issues are related to something minor — like a faulty backup camera or software program causing issues.
There are times when those issues aren’t so minor, however. Remember that massive Toyota and Lexus recall that was issued a couple of months back? That recall was due to a serious safety issue with the fuel pump, causing some vehicles to stall unexpectedly while in motion.