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Rockstar Games has confirmed Grand Theft Auto VI will launch on November 19, 2026 for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, with a price around $80 and pre-loading available ahead of release. The announcement follows the game's second delay, and coverage is focused on what players need to know before launch day.
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The BYD Yangwang U9 Xtreme has set a new speed record of 503 km/h, claimed to be the fastest for a production car. The electric hypercar's achievement is drawing worldwide attention, with discussion focused on Chinese automaker BYD now outpacing established hypercar makers on outright top speed and what this means for the future of electric performance vehicles.
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Nvidia has published auto-ontology as an open-source project on GitHub. The repository, focused on automotive ontologies, drew attention on Hacker News where it ranked among the top stories. Developers are discussing what the release means for standards around vehicle data modelling and Nvidia's growing open-source footprint in the automotive and AI space.
- 4GTA 5 ragdoll physics compilation draws big audience▼GTA 5 BRICK ATTACK Knockbacks Ragdoll Compilation & Epic Fails - Euphoria Physics #29
A new compilation of Grand Theft Auto 5 clips showing characters being knocked back by brick attacks is drawing a large audience. The footage highlights the game's Euphoria physics engine, which produces realistic ragdoll reactions when characters are hit, along with a series of comedic fails. It is the 29th entry in an ongoing physics-focused series.
- 5Honda and Sony cancel their two Afeela electric cars▼Honda And Sony Are Killing Their Two Afeela Electric Cars
Honda and Sony are discontinuing the two electric cars planned under their Afeela brand, a joint venture between the Japanese automaker and the electronics giant. The move scales back the partnership's ambition to sell tech-focused electric vehicles, and automotive outlets are covering the decision as a setback for the collaboration.
- 6New Dacia Spring Revealed With Updated Design▼New Dacia Spring Revealed: Europe's Dirt-Cheap EV Gets A Glow-Up
Dacia has revealed a new version of the Spring, the budget electric car sold across Europe. The updated model brings a refreshed design and improvements to the continent's cheapest EV. Coverage focuses on how the small city car is getting a visual and possibly technical upgrade while keeping its low-price appeal.
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Volvo has unveiled a new concept car that signals the direction of its all-electric future. The vehicle previews the Swedish automaker's design and technology plans as it moves toward a fully electric lineup, with attention focused on how the concept's styling and features may carry over into upcoming production models.
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Rockstar Games reportedly originally intended to develop Grand Theft Auto 6 at the same time as Red Dead Redemption 2, but those plans changed and the company shifted focus to one project at a time. The detail has renewed discussion among fans about the game's long development and why the sequel has taken so long to arrive.
- 9Mercedes Unveils Electric C-Class, Promising S-Class Smoothness▼Mercedes C-Class Electric Revealed: 'As Smooth As An S-Class'
Mercedes-Benz has revealed an electric version of its C-Class, with the company saying it is 'as smooth as an S-Class', the flagship sedan. The claim positions the new EV as bringing top-tier comfort to the mid-range line-up as Mercedes continues its electric push. Early coverage is focused on whether the smaller car can really match the flagship's ride quality.
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Tesla's 2026 Model Y Performance is drawing attention with a look at its interior. Coverage focuses on the cabin design and features of the high-performance variant of Tesla's popular electric SUV, offering buyers and fans a first detailed glimpse ahead of its release. Auto enthusiasts are weighing what the updated interior signals about Tesla's next performance flagship.
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Kia has revealed the EV7, a new midsize electric SUV slated to join its growing EV lineup. The model will sit between existing electric offerings as the Korean automaker expands its electrified range. Early coverage focuses on the vehicle's positioning and what it means for Kia's broader electric strategy.