FERRARI MAY DO A NEW MANUAL, MERCEDES-AMG E53 WAGON COMING TO U.S. + MORE! WEEKLY UPDATE

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This week's update covers several significant automotive news items, with a strong focus on potential new models and the impact of tariffs. A key highlight is Ferrari's consideration of a new manual transmission, driven by customer demand and a desire to tap into heritage, though the reviewer questions the technical justifications provided by the manufacturer. On the production vehicle front, Mercedes-AMG is confirmed to be bringing the E53 Hybrid wagon to the U.S. market, a move praised for its bravery in offering a wagon despite tariffs, and noted for its potent hybrid powertrain delivering 604 horsepower and an estimated 40 miles of electric range. The review also touches on a Corvette electric hypercar concept, Kia's upcoming electric truck for North America, and the ongoing challenges faced by various automakers due to U.S. import tariffs, which have already led to the discontinuation of the Volvo S90 and are causing shipment pauses for brands like Audi, Porsche, and JLR, with Maserati and Alfa Romeo potentially facing even more severe consequences.