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2024 Toyota GR Yaris to Feature 300 HP and Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission: Report

According to reports, Toyota is working on an upgraded version of its popular Yaris GR. Trusted Japanese magazine Best Car has revealed that the high-performance subcompact hatchback will be introduced this fall with a more powerful engine and some styling enhancements. The production is expected to begin early next year.

Sources close to Toyota have informed Best Car that the turbocharged 1.6-liter engine will receive modifications to deliver an impressive 300 horsepower with a torque rating of 272 pound-feet (370 Newton-meters). This gives it a 28-hp advantage over the Yaris GRMN introduced earlier this year as a limited edition model exclusively in Japan, where only 500 units were made available. However, the rumored GR Yaris would have slightly less torque, with a decrease of 15 lb-ft (20 Nm), compared to the full-powered GRMN which boasted 287 lb-ft (390 Nm).


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UK Considering Postponing Ban on New Gasoline and Diesel Cars to 2035

The United Kingdom is considering a delay in implementing the ban on the sale of new gasoline and diesel cars, with a possible shift to the year 2035. This would extend the original target of 2030 for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, as reported by the BBC.

The 2030 target was introduced in November 2020 as part of then-Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s plan for a “green revolution.” However, despite reassurances from senior minister Michael Gove as recently as July, the British government is now contemplating a departure from this ambitious timeline.


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Genesis G70 Will Not Continue Beyond the First Generation: Report

According to a report from Korea JoongAng Daily, the Genesis G70 will not be receiving another generation. Weak sales have been cited as the reason behind this decision. It’s worth noting that the sedan recently underwent a refresh for the 2022 model year in the United States.

An inside source revealed to Korea Joongang Daily, “Recently, there was an official announcement within the company that it officially halted the development of RN2, a project name for the next G70.”


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Apple Could Unveil Its First M3 Mac Models in October

According to reports, Apple’s upcoming M3 silicon is expected to bring significant improvements in both compute and graphics processing. It is rumored to be manufactured using TSMC’s 3nm process node, offering enhanced processing power and efficiency compared to the M2 series processors, which are based on the 5nm process. While specific details about the standard M3 configuration are not yet known, Apple has been testing a more powerful version known as the M3 Pro. This variant is said to feature 12 CPU cores, consisting of 6 performance cores and 6 efficiency cores. In contrast, the previous M2 Pro had 10 CPU cores, and the M1 Pro had 8 CPU cores.

Similar upgrades are also expected for the graphics capabilities of the M3 Pro. It is reported to have 18 graphics cores, two more than the M2 Pro, as well as four additional GPU cores compared to the M1 Pro. However, these improvements are anticipated to be available in higher-end Mac models, which are likely to launch in 2024. Apple recently upgraded the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro laptops with the M2-series silicon earlier this year in January 2023. Additionally, in June, the company introduced the updated Mac Studio and Mac Pro, both equipped with the powerful M2 Ultra silicon. Therefore, any incremental updates to these four machines are expected to be at least a year away.

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Apple May Be Developing New Features for AirPods to Enhance Hearing Health

Apple is rumored to be working on several upgrades for its AirPods, including a built-in hearing test feature. This test would help assess a person’s hearing capabilities and identify any difficulties they may have. Currently, Apple offers accessibility features that enhance audio output for individuals with hearing challenges. The AirPods can also be used with the Mimi app to assess hearing capacity. However, if this new feature becomes available in future AirPods, it would eliminate the need for the Mimi app.

Additionally, Apple is reportedly exploring the possibility of having its future AirPods models function as over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids. OTC hearing aids have gained popularity recently, with the introduction of the first pair featuring the Sennheiser brand. A dual-purpose device like AirPods with hearing aid functionality could be more appealing to consumers than dedicated hearing aids. In addition to offering more capabilities, it would also eliminate any stigma associated with traditional hearing aids. Apple has collaborated with experts from the hearing aids industry to explore this possibility, but there is no information yet on when this functionality might be available, if at all.

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Stellantis Reduces Availability of Combustion-Only Vehicles in 14 States

Stellantis, the automaker, has made the decision to no longer stock combustion-only vehicles in 14 states across the United States. This choice is a response to the emissions regulations established by the California Air Resources Board, which are more stringent than the nationwide standards. However, customers in these 14 states can still place orders for gasoline-powered vehicles with Stellantis.

The company has announced that it will only allocate models with internal combustion engines and no electric support to dealerships if there are specific customer orders. On the other hand, dealerships in states that do not follow the California Air Resources Board regulations will no longer receive deliveries of plug-in hybrid models unless there are customer orders.

The 14 states that adhere to the emissions guidelines established by the California Air Resources Board are Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington.