MANUAL SUPRA DEBUT, INTEGRA PRICE, GR AUTO IN DEVELOPMENT AND OTHER NEWS! WEEKLY UPDATE

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This weekly update covers several significant automotive news items, with a strong focus on performance vehicles. The debut of the 2023 Toyota Supra with a manual transmission option across all six-cylinder models is highlighted as a major win for enthusiasts, despite modifications to the BMW-sourced gearbox and a revised final drive ratio. The Supra also receives suspension retuning for improved comfort and a new 'hairpin plus' mode. In other Toyota news, a prototype GR Yaris with an 8-speed automatic transmission is under development, signaling a potential future offering for those who prefer automatics in performance cars. The Acura Integra's pricing is revealed to be higher than anticipated, with the enthusiast-desired manual and limited-slip differential configuration costing nearly $37,000, making it significantly more expensive than the Honda Civic Si. Lexus teases a potential LC F model, possibly featuring a performance-tuned twin-turbo V6, and rumors of a new three-row TX SUV are discussed. Chevrolet confirms both a hybrid and electric Corvette are coming, with the hybrid likely adopting an all-wheel-drive setup. Porsche unveils the 911 Sport Classic, a rear-wheel-drive manual variant of the Turbo S, though the engine is detuned to accommodate the transmission, a point of contention for the reviewer. The 2023 Mercedes-AMG C43 is detailed, featuring a new four-cylinder engine with an electric turbo. Jeep's CEO confirms performance variants of the Grand Cherokee will not feature V8s, and the Gladiator will not receive a V8 due to low sales. Dodge confirms a PHEV variant for the Hornet crossover. Ram teases its electric pickup, and Ford plans a new electric truck for 2025, while also indicating a long future for its gasoline trucks, potentially until 2040. Finally, Koenigsegg shows the Jesko Absolut prototype aiming for top speed records, and Lamborghini celebrates building its 20,000th Huracan.