If it happens, a merger between Honda and Nissan could create the world’s third-largest automaker, trailing only Toyota and Volkswagen.

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The pinion is a small gear at the end of the vehicle’s steering column that engages the rack. Though steering racks are hearty, they sometimes require replacement. Signs of a failing rack ...

The refreshed EV still has a turn signal stalk on the steering wheel column. That's different from the Cybertruck and facelifted Model 3. Tesla seems to have ditched its ultra-minimalist approach ...