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We’re closing out this week with a bunch of Prime Day deals, starting at Bluetti’s recently launched Early Prime Day Sale with FREE gifts and our exclusive bonus savings code, offering deals like the 2,765Wh Apex 300 Portable Power Station down at $1,424. Speaking of power stations, we also secured two exclusive deals on Jackery’s 3,584Wh HomePower 3600 Plus Power Station to $1,299, while the 2,048Wh HomePower 2000 Plus V2 Power Station is down at $799, undercutting the brand’s current sale by hundreds. We also have roborock’s RockMow X115H and X130H Robot Lawn Mowers at new lows starting from $1,400,…

Information on the smart speaker was found in the company’s own code base. It’s been around six years since Apple has released a proper refresh of its HomePod mini smart speaker. Reports have indicated that the company is planning on launching an updated model this fall, likely to coincide with the official launch of the Siri AI assistant. We finally have some likely images of the speakers, according to MacRumors. The publication dug up information on the device and clear pictures of the new speaker in all of its various colors while digging through Apple’s own code. To that end, the…

It’s not always easy to secure a used vehicle like a Chevy Cruze, because there are so many variables to consider and weigh up. Blind brand loyalty is not the go-to solution, and the financial strategy you choose must weigh up well against the potential costs you might incur. With this in mind, we have evaluated the secondary market to isolate the best cheap used sedans available today, and we made the list as comprehensive as possible. Used car values are based on averages at the time of writing; used sedan prices will vary based on trim, mileage, and vehicle…

Automotive Volkswagen’s funky electric tribute to the classic Microbus will be spending a little more time away from American showrooms. The Volkswagen ID.Buzz is now scheduled to return to the U.S. market as a 2028 model, pushing back a comeback that had previously been planned for the 2027 model year. Volkswagen expects the refreshed electric van to reach dealers during the first half of 2027, extending what has become a surprisingly long pause for one of the brand’s most recognizable new vehicles. The ID.Buzz originally arrived in the U.S. for the 2025 model year, but Volkswagen elected to…

The BYD Da Han flagship sedan is scheduled to launch on October 13, with its electric version offering a CLTC range of up to 1,008 kilometers. Credit: BYD. BYD began pre-sales of the Da Han EV in China in late August, with prices ranging from 249,900 yuan ($37,030) to 299,900 yuan. The flagship sedan sits above the existing Han and joins the Da Tang SUV in supporting the BYD Dynasty lineup’s push into the premium market. BYD (HKEX: 1211) will launch its flagship Da Han sedan on October 13, following the start of pre-sales for its battery-electric version, which offers…

The Volkswagen ID.Buzz electric minivan arrived in the US with a lot of fanfare. CarBuzz was there when Volkswagen launched it, bringing in journalists and influencers from all over the world to Southern California. Volkswagen executives were on hand, Gabriel Iglesias was there, and a radio station DJ spun 1960s counterculture music for the crowd. Then followed advertising campaigns, including a skit featuring former SNL stars. Despite all that and the ID. Buzz actually being a great vehicle, it left the US market after just one model year. When is it coming back? The 2026 Relaunch Isn’t Happening ID.Buzz US…

Get The Downshift in your inbox A daily hot lap of headlines from the auto industry and car culture, curated by The Drive’s editors. Hello and welcome to The Downshift, a daily sweep of the morning’s top headlines from the auto industry and car culture, curated by The Drive’s editorial team. Each story gets a short summary and a link to the original source if you want to dive deeper. Here’s what’s cooking on Friday, September 25, 2026: 🏭 Honda is said to be in the “final stages of negotiations” of a new hybrid vehicle production plant in central Ohio, per multiple sources.…

Tesla is now building several hundred Optimus humanoid robots per week at Fremont, roughly 10 times its Q2 output, according to a new report. But the robots coming off the line still can’t handle generalized tasks – limiting their usefulness. The report also describes fragile hands, misaligned parts on the assembly line, and suppliers that can’t hold quality at volume. Those are the two problems that decide whether humanoid robots make money: generalization and reliability. Hundreds of robots, mostly for Tesla The Information reported this morning (paywalled) that Tesla went from a few dozen Optimus units a week during small-batch…

Cricut announced its first crafting machines with printing capabilities that are primarily designed as all-in-one solutions for turning photos and other images into pre-cut stickers. The Cricut StickerPix Print plus Cut and Cricut StickerPix Print are also two of the smallest machines in the company’s current lineup and seem ideal for those whose crafting aspirations may be limited by their available storage space.Starting at $299, the Cricut StickerPix Print plus Cut is the larger and more expensive of the two new machines and is also available as part of pricier bundles that include more consumables. It’s compatible with 4×7-inch sticker…

Atmus Filtration Technologies has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, outlining progress in people, planet and governance initiatives across its global operations. This is the company’s second annual sustainability report. Atmus’ sustainability report says the company is working to reduce its environmental impact across a global footprint of 14 manufacturing facilities, five technical centers and 10 distribution centers on six continents. The report says Atmus is increasing renewable‑energy use, lowering water and raw‑material consumption and improving waste practices at its sites. It also says the company uses the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the SASB Auto Parts Standard and parts of the…