Hot Hatch Buzz: Audi’s RS3 Sportback lands as a near-supercar hot hatch, priced from about $104,800 (with options pushing higher). Legal Heat for Luxury: Two Mercedes-AMG drivers filed a U.S. class action claiming the raised AMG seat logo burns them, seeking damages and logo removal. Road Safety Tragedy: A speeding Mercedes allegedly sparked a chain crash in Delhi’s Narela, killing a 70-year-old woman; the driver was arrested. Tech and Brand Backlash: BMW owners are furious after Spider-Man ads appeared on in-car screens, with complaints about intrusive, unavoidable promotions. Theft Targeting Driver-Assist Tech: Thieves in south London reportedly stole 70 Volkswagen badges and radar sensors using drones to scout targets, with replacement parts costing around £2,000 each. EV/Hybrid R&D Watch: Audi is exploring a range-extending EV concept that can switch between driving modes for different axles. Local Industry Move: Toyota Material Handling North America opened a $100M electric forklift factory in Columbus, Indiana, creating 140+ jobs. Motorsport Culture: Nissan NISMO teamed up with a London jewelry studio to make grillz inspired by iconic Nissan performance cars.