NEW BRONCO LOOKS PROMISING AND OTHER NEWS! WEEKLY UPDATE

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This weekly news update covers a range of automotive topics, with a significant focus on upcoming Ford models. The new Ford Bronco appears promising, with spy images and patent filings suggesting features like a solid rear axle, coil springs, removable doors, and a roll-up cloth top, aiming for a back-to-basics, Jeep Wrangler-like experience. The Ranger Raptor is also spied, potentially with a V6 engine and a new interior, hinting at a US market arrival. The 2020 Ford Escape is detailed, featuring a new platform, lighter weight, updated powertrains including hybrid and plug-in hybrid options, and a sliding/reclining rear seat, though its exterior design is noted as generic. Ford's performance EV SUV is projected to have over 300 miles of range, and the "Mustang Mach-E" trademark suggests a potential electric performance crossover. The next-gen Mustang is rumored to be delayed and potentially larger to accommodate V8 engines under stricter regulations. European news includes the Explorer PHEV and Volvo's Polestar Engineered V60/XC60 and an upcoming EV XC40. Tesla's Autopilot gains automatic lane changes, and the Volkswagen Arteon finally goes on sale in the US. The potential revival of the Chevrolet Cavalier nameplate is also discussed.