News Roundup: The new V6 Toyota Tundra, sketchy wheel fasteners, and more

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2022 Toyota Tundra arrives with V6 engine and optional hybrid boost

There’s a lot to learn about the new 2022 Toyota Tundra, and most of it is covered in our in-depth first look , but perhaps the most notable detail is the departure of the V8 engine that has carried the F-150 fighter since the early 2000s. The third-generation Japanese pickup truck ditches the sweetheart V8 for two V6 engines, one using a standard 3.5L twin-turbo making 389 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque, which is more torque than the larger outgoing engine, and the other benefitting from a hybrid system boosting power to 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque. 

The Internet gobbled up the truck during the debut and spat out its unedited opinions on Twitter, Reddit, and beyond. Haters hated the gaping grille, ogglers ogled the massive 14-inch centre-mounted touchscreen, and repeat customers repeated praise. Read the rest best of the reactions here . 

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GM tells Bolt EV owners to park away from others before finding fire fix

Over the last couple months, General Motors has issued a recall for over 140,000 Bolt EVs, following reports of just over a dozen of the cars’ batteries catching fire. The issue actually had the continent’s largest automaker stumped for a hot minute, temporarily shutting down production at the Bolt plant and telling owners to “leave ample space” between other cars and shelters when parked. But earlier this week, GM said it had found the fix and that production would resume . The cost of the recall and production delays — so far — is estimated to be US$1.8 billion. 

Ontario car photographed with super sketchy wheel fasteners

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When the bolt that holds the tire to your backyard wheelbarrow comes off, it’s probably OK to repair it with whatever extra piece of threaded metal you have in the garage. But when the bolts in question are on the vehicle you insure and drive on the road, this becomes very much not OK. Ontario police recently pulled over a distracted driver, but quickly noticed a missing lug nut and bald tires. When they tweeted out the images, another user submitted another image of an even worse offender using not just mismatched bolts, but even a makeshift length of wheel stud. Take a good look and then never do anything like this!

Nissan GT-R T-Spec with heritage-inspired colour options

The new GT-R T-Spec is throwing back some of its style cues with a pair of paint options that take after the iconic R34 Skyline. The $140,000 T-Spec will be available in Millennium Jade and Midnight Purple Green in a 100-unit run made exclusively for the Japanese market. We can look, tho! The T-Spec also features a carbon-fibre wing, pronounced front fenders, and gold aluminum alloy wheels, along with some interior accents and details. Powering the Godzilla GT-R is a twin-turbocharged V6 making 565 hp and 467 lb-ft of torque. Get a closer look at the special edition here . 

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Canada will get just 15 of these 2022 RDX PMC Editions

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Acura debuted the 2022 RDX this week , showcasing a restyled luxury SUV with more features and an expanded lineup. Standard models now feature improved acoustics in the interior due to new insulation and acoustic glass, onboard Alexa added to the already present Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a tech package that unlocks a trendy ambient lighting option. Honda’s premium arm is also offering a 2022 RDX PMC Edition in a limited run of 200 units, with only 15 of the SUVs coming to Canada, but each with a Long Beach Blue Pearl exterior and Orchid Milano interior. A sportier Type S variant will also follow the model’s arrival in November.