March 2026 brought a high-profile legal development in the Porsche world: a ** class-action lawsuit ** filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California against Porsche Cars North America (PCNA) and several dealerships, alleging that certain ** Porsche 911 ** models sold as used or certified pre-owned (CPO) were previously used as ** factory training vehicles ** without proper disclosure. The plaintiffs claim that these cars—often with low mileage and pristine condition—were subjected to **intensive driver training sessions** (including high-speed track work, repeated hard braking, and aggressive maneuvers) that could have caused **hidden mechanical stress**, accelerated component wear, or undetected damage not visible in standard inspections. The suit (case details emerging from court filings and Automotive News March 3 coverage) seeks damages and injunctive relief, arguing violation of consumer protection laws (e.g., California Unfair Competition Law , false ad...
March 2026 is proving to be a breakout moment for ** Caterham Cars ** in the United States. After decades of minimal presence (historically selling ~20 cars per year with little effort), the British lightweight sports car specialist—best known for its iconic ** Seven ** lineup—is launching what Car and Driver (March 2, 2026) calls its "first serious run at the American market." This push coincides with production capacity increases from a new factory in Dartford, Kent , enthusiastic Japanese ownership (since 2023), and a growing U.S. dealer network. Key developments: - New U.S. dealers in Redmond (WA), Irvine (CA), Miami (FL), Golden (CO), Buffalo (NY), and an upcoming Nashville expansion via the offbeat Walt Grace Vintage (which pairs vintage guitars with vintage cars and Caterhams). - The **Seven** range for 2026 receives visual/cosmetic updates (new paint schemes, color-coded headlight surrounds, painted roll bars, Clear Lens Pack for modern lighting, embroidered leather...