Kia Seeks Another Stinger, but is Exercising Patience: TDS
The Kia Vision Meta Turismo concept serves as a potential preview for a flagship GT model reminiscent of the Stinger.
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🐝 Kia aims to turn its Vision Meta Turismo into a reality, positioning it as a flagship grand tourer similar to the Stinger, but they're holding off until the costs tied to electric vehicles become more manageable. [Autocar]
🏛️ Volkswagen's emerging electric utility brand Scout may consider launching an independent stock market listing, according to CEO Scott Keogh in a German publication. [Reuters]
🔧 A class-action lawsuit has been initiated against Porsche, claiming the automaker has engaged in "illegal monopolization of repair services," allegedly hindering any entity other than a Porsche dealer from servicing their products. [Car Complaints]
🖼️ Mitsubishi is set to launch a “gallery” space in Tennessee, in collaboration with dealer City Auto, which will not be selling cars. Instead, it aims to provide insights about the brand, highlighting its historical achievements and current technologies. [Autoblog]
🐂 Lamborghini has introduced the Fenomeno Roadster, a convertible variant of the Fenomeno, with only 15 units planned for production. Featuring a naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12 and three electric motors that together produce 1,065 horsepower, it stands as the most powerful open-top Lamborghini to date. [Lamborghini]
🔴 Ferrari has earned the esteemed Red Dot design award for the SC40, a special projects tribute to the F40, which was unveiled by Maranello late last year. [Ferrari]
🏁 Weekend Race Results:
WRC Rally Portugal: Thierry Neuville took the win for Hyundai.
NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series at Watkins Glen: Kaden Honeycutt secured victory for Tricon Garage.
WEC 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps: The team of Robin Frijns, Rene Rast, and Sheldon van der Linde triumphed for BMW.
NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series at Watkins Glen: Connor Zilisch won for JR Motorsports.
IndyCar at Indianapolis Road Course: Christian Lundgaard took the victory for Arrow McLaren.
MotoGP French Grand Prix: Jorge Martin won representing Aprilia.
NASCAR Cup Series at Watkins Glen: Shane van Gisbergen emerged victorious for Trackhouse Racing.
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Kia Seeks Another Stinger, but is Exercising Patience: TDS
Kia aims to make the Vision Meta Turismo its next flagship GT, but you might not want to expect it to arrive anytime soon.