SHELBY AMERICAN GT350, CADILLAC LYRIQ-V, RAM MID-SIZE TRUCK CONFIRMED + MORE! WEEKLY UPDATE

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This weekly update covers several significant automotive news items. The Shelby American GT350 is critiqued as an overpriced, aftermarket package rather than a genuine Ford performance model, with the reviewer highlighting its high cost for essentially a supercharger kit and appearance upgrades. The 2026 Cadillac Lyriq-V is presented as a compelling performance SUV, boasting impressive horsepower, a quick 0-60 time, and a surprisingly reasonable starting price of $79,999, though it notably lacks Magnetic Ride Control. Ram's mid-size truck confirmation is welcomed, while the indefinite hold on the long-range Ram 1500 REV is clarified as a strategic decision, not a complete cancellation of the electric truck, which is still slated for a 2026 release with a 350-mile range. The potential shift of Nissan's subcompact EV production to the UK is discussed, with the reviewer speculating on the impact of US EV tax credits. Honda's approach to an electric Type R is praised for focusing on the 'joy of driving' beyond just power, aiming to replicate the experience through sound, vibration, and acceleration. Polestar's upcoming Polestar 7 is introduced as a new, performance-oriented model built in Slovakia, though its exact segment remains unclear. Finally, the GM-Hyundai partnership is expected to involve Hyundai rebadging its commercial EVs for the North American market, potentially filling gaps in GM's commercial electric offerings.