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Toyota’s Gazoo Racing division is reportedly working on a front-wheel-drive model for Rally 4 competition, along with a road-legal version The Toyota Starlet nameplate is currently used for rebadged versions of the Suzuki Baleno and Fronx in South Africa. However, […]

All 12 units of the $2.65 million, six-speed Venom Roadster have been built and sold Former JLR chassis expert Mike Cross once mentioned that it wasn’t necessarily a bad thing that few cars with over 500 hp came with manual

They’re partnering with Toyota to bring it to life A new contender is about to join the hydrogen market as BMW confirms plans to introduce a fuel cell electric vehicle in 2028. To make this happen, it’s strengthening its collaboration

Development has begun on a third sports car, though a production version has yet to be approved Over a decade ago, Nissan unveiled the retro-inspired IDx concept, teasing the possibility of a third sports car to join the 370Z and

Mercedes sold 737,200 vehicles in China last year, making it the company’s largest single market Mercedes-Benz is preparing for a major investment in its Chinese operations, focusing on boosting local SUV sales. China has always been a key market for

The 1,070 hp Hornet R/T FC1-X will start competing in the Nitrocross Series later this month The Hornet was Dodge’s most significant model in over a decade, but it’s received little attention, with the company projected to sell only 23,436

The speeding alert system will use GPS data to compare with the vehicle’s speed and notify the driver if they exceed the limit California Governor Gavin Newsom is set to review a new bill, SB 961, which would require automakers

A teaser video featuring a roof-mounted compass is meant to suggest the off-road capabilities of the truck and SUV concepts We knew they were on the way, and now we know when. Scout Motors will unveil two concept vehicles on

Aerodynamics will be a crucial factor in shaping the design of Lexus EVs Lexus’ future design language will take a bold new direction, with global design chief Simon Humphries stating that customers desire something expressive. The LF-ZC and LF-ZL concepts

The company now plans to offer a combination of mild-hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and electric vehicles. Volvo is the latest automaker to backtrack on its all-electric plans. While the company initially aimed to transition to electric-only by 2030 and reiterated this

The brand is on pace to sell over 100,000 vehicles this year, marking its best performance since 2020 Lincoln is working on two new models for the U.S. market as it seeks to maintain its momentum and increase sales nationwide,

The revamped Armada features an evolved design, a refined interior, and a new twin-turbo V6 engine The Nissan Armada barely registers in the automotive market, being outsold by the Chevrolet Tahoe more than 5:1. Despite this, Nissan isn’t giving up

The Audi RS e-tron GT is so impressive that even traditional driving enthusiasts will overlook its electric nature. Before EVs became mainstream, car manufacturers invested millions to boost performance from high-powered engines by redesigning components and upgrading forced induction systems.

The Vanquish will enter production later this year, with the company planning to produce fewer than 1,000 units annually The Vanquish returns as Aston Martin’s new flagship model, offering an “unmatched blend of refined comfort, supercar performance, and precise handling.”

By Ian Sawyer / August 30, 2024 The newest and most advanced hybrid hypercar debuted at Monterey Car Week, took a brief spin in California, and then returned to Europe The United States is expected to be a key market for the Bugatti

The newest and most advanced hybrid hypercar debuted at Monterey Car Week, took a brief spin in California, and then returned to Europe The United States is expected to be a key market for the Bugatti Tourbillon hypercar, so it’s

Both occupants emerged unscathed from the frightening incident, though the cause of the crash is still unknown. The Aston Martin Vantage used as the Formula 1 safety car crashed on Thursday during routine testing ahead of this weekend’s race at

Recent advancements in radiant heating could cut energy consumption by about 17% The Lexus RZ may not stand out much, but it’s noteworthy for its infrared heating panels. These panels are positioned under the steering column and passenger side dashboard,

The fire, which started in the parking lot, did not damage the facility, and Rivian reports that it is not aware of any injuries Around 50 brand-new Rivian R1S and R1T models were damaged in a fire that started in

The suspect even posed for a celebratory photo with dealership employees just moments before the police arrived Dealerships aren’t exempt from people trying to scam or steal from them. On August 10, at Gossett Kia in Memphis, Tennessee, employees sensed

Nissan will reveal a new feature of the global Patrol SUV each week leading up to its debut on September 4 pdate 8/27: Nissan has shared new teaser images of the next-generation Patrol, which you can view below. Nissan is

The new Toyota Camry retains the previous generation’s 2.5-liter gasoline engine in certain markets, including the Middle East While the extensively updated 2025 Toyota Camry is exclusively a hybrid in the US, traditional powertrains are still in play elsewhere. In

By Ian Sawyer / August 26, 2024 Starting in 2025, it will be much harder for automakers to reach the target Ever wondered why car manufacturers in Europe are so focused on hybrids and electric vehicles? Sure, they want to help protect the

Starting in 2025, it will be much harder for automakers to reach the target Ever wondered why car manufacturers in Europe are so focused on hybrids and electric vehicles? Sure, they want to help protect the environment by lowering emissions,

With proper care, these early 2000s Honda engines can truly last forever Hondas are among the most reliable cars in the world. With regular maintenance and good driving habits, a Honda can easily last hundreds of thousands of miles. This

Chinese reports suggest the brand may release its second model within the next two months Developing, manufacturing, and selling electric vehicles is a costly endeavor, and Chinese tech giant Xiaomi learned this the hard way, losing millions with the launch

A prototype previewed the high-performance flagship of the Toyota Century SUV in September 2023. During last year’s debut of the Toyota Century SUV, the automaker showcased a hotter GRMN variant as a one-off. Now, Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda has confirmed

U.S. buyers of the revived electric microbus can choose from three trim levels and select either a single-motor RWD or dual-motor AWD powertrain After more than a year of anticipation, Volkswagen has finally announced the price of its retro-futuristic ID.

The brand’s CEO stated that the Temerario is faster and has better handling than the Huracan it replaces Lamborghini CEO Stephan Winkelmann credits the ‘YOLO’ mindset, which emerged after the COVID-19 pandemic, for driving strong sales despite challenging financial conditions.

The Corvette ZR1 hasn’t been released yet, but John Hennessey is already planning ways to make it faster The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is already one of the most acclaimed American cars of the year, despite not being available for purchase

Tesla is permitted to install the light bar, but federal laws prohibit them from legally connecting it Tesla is well-versed in selling accessories, and the Cybertruck might be its best fit for them. Fans noticed that when the truck went

The Traverse is stepping into the luxury segment with the reintroduction of the top-tier High Country trim. The redesigned Traverse is in high demand, being the “fastest-selling vehicle” in Chevrolet’s lineup. Last month, it spent an average of just 12

Two special editions feature enhanced equipment, custom graphics, and a choice between 360 hp or 710 hp supercharged engines, with prices reaching up to $113,000 The V8-powered Charger and Challenger have already been discontinued, and Dodge is now phasing out

The Altima is now solely powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine generating 188 horsepower The Nissan Altima is rumored to be nearing the end of its run as it undergoes simplification amid declining sales. The most significant change for 2025

The layoffs account for 1.6 percent of the company’s total salaried workforce. General Motors is cutting over 1,000 salaried positions worldwide, following a review aimed at streamlining operations, according to a CNBC report published on Monday. “As we shape GM’s

The Huracan’s replacement trades its naturally aspirated V10 for a twin-turbo V8 hybrid powertrain, adding nearly 600 lbs in the transition. Lamborghini’s baby supercar has evolved. The Huracan is gone, replaced by the all-new Temerario, a triple-motor V8 PHEV with

It has been restored to its original 1971 Le Mans movie specifications. Cars on the big screen often have fleeting lives, with many scrapped or sidelined after filming. However, the 1970 Porsche 917K, the star of the 1971 film Le

According to a recent report, approximately 70% of profits vanished from Nissan dealerships in 2024 compared to the previous year Nissan dealers in the United States are facing a challenging year. According to a report by Automotive News, profits have

The accelerator pedal may become caught under the floor mat, causing it to remain stuck in a pressed position Floor mats are often overlooked, but nearly two decades ago, they made headlines when Toyota had to recall nearly four million

Hydrogen Fuel Cells to Power a Range of Applications, Including Honda CR-V, Heavy-Duty Trucks, and Industrial Equipment GM and Honda have started production of hydrogen fuel cells that will power commercial trucks, heavy equipment, generators, and to a lesser extent,

Sources suggest that Toyota’s powerful 2.0L turbo engine may be paired with a mid-engine layout and four-wheel drive system in a potential MR2 GRMN model Toyota remains committed to internal combustion engines, prioritizing hybrids over EVs. Reports from Japan suggest

Scheduled for a debut at Goodwood, Project Midnight features a carbon fiber body and an engine that revs up to 9,500 rpm Subaru is bringing a WRX like no other to the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Dubbed Project Midnight, this

Motor racing has never been part of the Olympics, but with sufficient momentum, karting could debut in Brisbane in 2032. Here’s why it should. The Olympics have just concluded, and over the past few weeks, your feeds were likely filled

Only California residents are eligible for payouts, as the class action was successful in that state. If you own a 2012-2015 Toyota Camry that was purchased or leased in California, you may be eligible for a $100 payment from the

The newest HurriCrate models start at $10,495 and offer up to 550 horsepower. Dodge is marking the 50th anniversary of Direct Connection with the launch of new products, including the HurriCrate engines. As the name suggests, these engines are derived

Jaguar’s Rawdon Glover states that the brand must transform its business approach Earlier this month, Jaguar announced it would phase out its entire lineup except for the F-Pace SUV by the end of the year. Such a drastic change isn’t

Electrify America will test a system that cuts off charging when EVs reach 85% capacity and charges owners for every additional minute they stay Despite the growing charging infrastructure, public access points and recharging on the go remain two of

The hypercar ancestor originally cost $1.5 million, which would be over $3.3 million today The second and final 1992 Schuppan 962CR is going up for auction, and in the realm of quirky, motorsport-inspired supercars, few are as intriguing as this

With a 6.2-liter V8 and a stick shift, that’s a ton of “hell yeah, brother” for the price I’m not going to claim that a car modified for clicks and laughs is a wise investment, but this Chevrolet C6 on

People still want cars, but unfortunately, Ford is discontinuing all of them It’s been just over a year since Ford stopped producing the Fiesta, and I still can’t believe higher-ups thought it was a good idea. The Fiesta’s discontinuation was

The idea is that people were once hesitant about buttonless smartphones, just as car enthusiasts may need time to adapt to downsizing Although AMG has been offering four-cylinder models for years, many purists don’t consider the CLA45 and GLA45 to

Two owners lost their cars to fire and both received unusual letters denying warranty coverage On June 8, Bryan Banks’ 2023 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition burst into flames due to an apparent engine failure. By the time the fire

The new Subarus will replace the aging Kia Stingers and Volkswagen Passats. Australia’s Northern Territory (NT) is upgrading its police fleet to Subaru WRXs. The Northern Territory Police, Fire, and Emergency Services (NTPFES) has acquired 13 new Subaru WRXs for

A “passionate Trident customer” received the final Maserati with a V8 engine, along with a custom MC20. Receiving your Maserati is always a memorable event, but one U.S. customer made it extraordinary. A prominent entrepreneur in the biomedical field purchased

With hefty tariffs on the horizon, Chinese EV makers have been working to sell as many vehicles as possible while they still can With harsh tariffs on Chinese automakers taking effect last month, imposing levies of up to 38 percent

It was purchased for $250 and is on its way to achieving greatness When someone mentions the Toyota 2JZ, the Supra likely comes to mind. This engine is legendary for its role in making the Mk4 Supra iconic. However, the

Starting August 21, Japanese owners of the two performance models can download the Circuit Mode app. Toyota’s GR Yaris is a car that owners will want to take to the track, so Toyota has developed a special smartphone app to

The initial plan was to transition entirely to electric vehicles by 2033, but Audi is now showing flexibility Automakers are gradually retracting their ambitious EV goals set a few years ago, and Audi is the latest to admit that sales

Two US senators have accused car companies that sell our data of committing a “flagrant abuse” of privacy A pair of US senators, outraged by the sale of driver data by automakers, are calling on the Federal Trade Commission to

This isn’t a case of EV tax credit fraud—it’s much more straightforward. Just outside Gilbert, Arizona, a scrapyard is accumulating tons of a single, peculiar type of vehicle. Videos of the heap of three-wheeled EVs are circulating online, sparking speculation

Honda and Nissan are already collaborating, and it appears that Mitsubishi is set to join them soon These are tough times for automakers, with competition at an all-time high, largely due to the advance of Chinese car manufacturers who have

South Pasadena aims to combat L.A. smog and hopes to reduce operating costs by 50% A city in Southern California has become the first in the nation to replace its police patrol cars with electric vehicles, officials announced Monday, unveiling

The German company has been a long-time supplier of seats to many of the world’s most renowned automakers. Recaro Automotive, an automotive seat manufacturer with a six-decade history of supplying car seats to various automakers, filed for bankruptcy on July

A rare slice of hybrid history, uncovered in a Denver car graveyard The 2000 Honda Insight was the first mass-produced gasoline-electric hybrid vehicle sold in the United States, with the Toyota Prius following a year later. Some manufacturers were quicker

If this pace continues, I won’t be able to be a director next year TOKYO — Toyota Motor Chairman Akio Toyoda expressed concerns that he might not be reelected as a director if shareholder support continues to decline at the

The current-generation Cayenne will coexist with the new EV Porsche admitted this week that its electrification plans might be too ambitious. Automakers selling EVs have seen a slowdown in sales, leading many to reconsider their future product strategies. The fourth-generation

Hyundai faces supply issues with Sonata Hybrid battery replacements. Hybrids are increasingly popular, but maintenance issues persist. A Florida woman waited over nine months for a replacement battery for her 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. Kari Kind from Osceola County faced

Edmunds has reported that the average monthly lease payment for new vehicles hit an all-time high in Q2. A new study has found that many new vehicle buyers in the U.S. are being pushed to their financial limits, opting for

The 2025 Corvette ZR1 features a twin-turbo V8 engine producing 1,064 horsepower and 828 lb-ft of torque. The 2025 Corvette ZR1 is an American hypercar that is expected to be in high demand. Fortunately, Chevrolet will not be restricting its

Subaru buyers seem to favor the previous generation Forester over the redesigned 2025 model The 2025 Subaru Forester may have arrived at US dealerships this spring, but its predecessor is stealing the spotlight. The 2024 model is surprisingly sold out

You’ll pay 60 percent more for a 10-year-old car today compared to 2014 Car prices have become outrageous. The average cost of a new car is nearing $50,000, pushing buyers towards the used car market. As a result, used car

The 12-cylinder engine is being replaced by a plug-in hybrid V8, offering more power and reduced emissions. The final Bentley W12 engine has rolled off the production line in Crewe, signaling the end of the brand’s 12-cylinder era. This W12

The German brand is introducing DC fast chargers at Starbucks locations, starting with the US West Coast Mercedes-Benz envisions a new twist on the Cars and Coffee experience. Instead of showcasing an AMG GT at a weekend car show, why

The Sultan converted the LM002 into an enclosed SUV body style, making it the first true Lamborghini SUV. When it comes to the garages of the world’s wealthiest individuals, few are as captivating as that of the Sultan of Brunei.

The Sollei, built on the Celestiq platform, highlights the potential of custom design. The Cadillac Celestiq represented the brand’s reentry into the ultra-luxury market, but after decades of captivating concepts like the Sixteen, Ciel, and Elmiraj, it left us somewhat

Ford outpaces GM and Ram by revealing an electrified heavy-duty pickup, likely a robust hybrid Ford confirmed Thursday morning that the next-generation Super Duty will be electrified, potentially making it the first heavy-duty pickup of its kind. While details remain

Honda designers have been busy with creative camper and pickup projects, recently revealed in patent drawings. Honda’s long-unseen Element might be making a return. Recent patents suggest a boxy SUV with design elements reminiscent of the original model. The Element’s

If you’re weary of the cookie-cutter modifications on high-end cars, consider this a refreshing change I get that not everyone spends their time browsing cars online. However, there are days when it feels like I’ve seen it all. Hellcat swaps

The new model delivers 276 hp and 289 lb-ft of torque, and comes with a choice of a six-speed manual or an eight-speed DCT. The exciting Hyundai i30 N hot hatch has received its second facelift, but unfortunately, it will

There have been 7 reports of Pacifica PHEV fires, some of which occurred while charging Stellantis has recalled 24,111 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid vehicles due to a potential fire risk from the battery pack in the plug-in hybrid system. Until the

Roush’s latest supercharger kit promises to increase power by up to 330 horsepower and torque by 195 pound-feet. Roush Performance, with nearly three decades of expertise in upgrading Mustangs and supplying parts for the iconic pony car, is prepared for

Ian Cameron, who influenced BMW and Rolls-Royce design for two decades, has died at the age of 74. Ian Cameron, a longtime designer for BMW and Rolls-Royce, was tragically murdered in his Bavarian home on July 12 at the age

Dig out your old CD collection—Subaru is reviving the nostalgia of the compact disc era While the latest Subaru WRX may not enjoy universal acclaim like its predecessors, there are compelling reasons to embrace this more “mature” sports sedan. Firstly,

Ford’s latest patent might allow you to drive while standing with your head sticking out of the roof. If you’ve ever navigated a challenging off-road trail, you understand the benefit of standing up and peeking over the windshield for a

The new A5 and S5 are offered in both a practical five-door sedan and a versatile Avant wagon configuration Audi has launched a new lineup of A5 and S5 models, incorporating a variety of mildly electrified powertrains. Unlike their predecessors,

The brand’s founder previously stated that batteries are too heavy to make an electric Pagani feasible Pagani vehicles are akin to rolling pieces of jewelry, showcasing mechanical mastery. The Huayra and Utopia, for instance, are powered by a formidable 6.0-liter

According to Alixpartners, out of the 137 EV brands currently operating in China, only 19 are projected to be profitable by the end of this decade. Western automakers are well aware of the threat posed by rapidly advancing, competitively priced

The gasoline-powered Boxster, Cayman, and Macan make up a third of Porsche’s sales. Soon, they will be discontinued. Porsche has decided not to invest in developing a new generation of the Boxster, Cayman, or the gasoline-powered Macan. This indicates that

The A5, S5, and RS5 Coupes and Convertibles will be discontinued in 2025. Audi’s aging lineup is largely uninspiring, though there are some noteworthy changes for 2025, most of which are disappointing. The major update is the discontinuation of the

Has it been 18 months since the third row was first previewed? Is it finally making its way into a production model? Pickup trucks have reached unprecedented sizes, and Ram seems eager to capitalize on their dimensions by considering the

Development of the limited-edition, 1,184 hp V10 hybrid hypercar is still underway, with track testing set to begin next summer. Red Bull Advanced Technologies has revealed a prototype of the RB17 hypercar, created by the renowned designer Adrian Newey, who

In June, the average transaction price for new vehicles in the U.S. stood at $48,644. The Tesla Cybertruck sparked intense enthusiasm among EV enthusiasts, quickly becoming a coveted vehicle among celebrities and social media influencers. For a time, Cybertrucks were

The Auto Union Type 52 was poised to be one of the fastest cars in the world, but it never reached production—until now. We all love quirky old classic cars, don’t we? This one hails from Audi—specifically, Auto Union. Known

Mamatha Chamarthi, head of Stellantis’ software business, is now the fifth top-level executive to leave the automaker Running a successful navy is impossible if all your admirals quit and abandon ship. Stellantis faces a similar challenge. In the past few

The 0 Series range of EVs will include seven models launching before 2031 Honda and Sony aim to enhance their automotive alliance, jointly developing EVs based on a shared platform for both the Afeela brand and Honda’s upcoming 0 Series