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Editorial Staff 12 days ago

Why One Educator Is Getting Elementary School Kids Into Car Repair

Strategic angle: The children yearn for the shop lift.

Here's How Motor Oil Is Made

Strategic angle: Oil is, as we all know, drilled from the ground, but it turns out the oil in your car is a little bit more complicated than the stuff underground.

Liberty Walk’s Batmobile Sold For $344K, And It Wasn’t Even The Good Lamborghini

Strategic angle: Japan's most extreme take on the Murcielago just found a buyer willing to pay serious collector money

Bentley Just Told Us What The Barnato SUV Will Cost, Sort Of

Strategic angle: A debut is scheduled for later this year and a teaser campaign is likely coming relatively soon

Consumer Reports Says EV Reliability Is Still A Problem For These Reasons

Strategic angle: In many ways, electric cars are less complicated than combustion-powered vehicles, so that should make them more reliable, right? Not necessarily.

Roush’s Nitemare Is The Closest You’ll Get To A New F-150 SVT Lightning

Strategic angle: With 705 HP on tap and a lowered stance, the Nitemare is the street F-150 Ford no longer builds itself

GM Patents System That Detects Whether You're Impaired Just By How You Walk

Strategic angle: Cameras and sensors determine if someone approaching the car is swaying or walking in a straight line, how fast they're walking and the length of their strides.

Kia Has Never Built A Real Sports Car, Except For The One Time It Literally Did

Strategic angle: The Kia Vigato was a front-wheel-drive Lotus Elan sold only in Japan, and one just hit the auction block

This Astronaut Drove The First Mid-Engined Car, Then The Sports Car World Followed

Strategic angle: The first mid-engined car did not come from a big player, but it was still appealing enough to draw the attention of one of the world's most famous astronauts.

A $2.5 Million Ford GT Met A Parking Lot Van And Lost

Strategic angle: Two occupants survived a brutal crash that left a seven-figure Ford GT destroyed outside Sacramento on Saturday

Man Takes Car To Discount Tire. Then A Worker Refuses To Put Air In His Tire. Now People Are Defending The Worker

Strategic angle: "That’s how your tire blows up..."

You’ll Have To Endure Terrible Football To Check Out Nissan’s Swanky New Club

Strategic angle: Tennessee Titans fans will be able to drink away the pain in the new Nissan 1960 Club

Ukraine’s Atlas Conquered Rocks And Rivers. It Couldn’t Conquer Its Own Reserve Price

Strategic angle: Built to swim rivers and climb rocks, the six-seat Atlas ran a Bring a Trailer auction and walked away unsold

Another British Sports Car Maker Is Eyeing A Comeback

Strategic angle: Marcos has a new owner who has big plans for the small sports car builder.

Lewis Hamilton Drifting A Ferrari F40 Around Tokyo With Kim Kardashian Is The Coolest Hard Launch Ever

Strategic angle: In the latest video in his "Tokyo Drift" series, Lewis brought the F40 to a car meet at the Daikoku Parking Area, and the results were spectacular.

How The Kia EV3 Delivers 320 Miles Of Range Without Looking Like A Bar Of Soap

Strategic angle: The EV3 proves automakers can design boxy SUVs without sacrificing range. But how much will it cost?

The Feds Closed The Book On Tesla’s Smart Summon, But Not Before Counting The Crashes

Strategic angle: Federal regulators reviewed roughly 2.6 million Tesla vehicles with Smart Summon and walked away citing low severity and low frequency across all reported incidents

This Home-Brew Chevy TrailBlazer Convertible Is The Mullet Of Cars

Strategic angle: Of course, this TrailBlazer isn't perfect, but its close enough.

'I’ve Seen It All': Twins Make Offer On Dodge Charger. Then Their Insurance Company Tells Them Something Shocking

Strategic angle: "A Charger in Trenton?"

Crank Windows And No Radio: Why American Cheap EVs May Be Far More Spartan Than Chinese Ones

Strategic angle: Dodge and Slate are trying to figure out what they can cut to make EVs cheaper. Power windows? Radios? Where do we draw the line?

The Neue Klasse 6-Series BMW Won’t Build Looks Better Than The Ones It Will

Strategic angle: BMW hasn't hinted at a new 6-Series, but this independently made Neue Klasse study makes a compelling case for one

Mercedes Recalls Over 3,700 Electric G-Wagens Because Their Wheels May Fall Off

Strategic angle: The German automaker says it found the issue during its ongoing durability testing, and that it's very unlikely they would detach in real-world driving.

Never Tow A Trailer Without Checking These Three Numbers First

Strategic angle: Many drivers simply check their trailer weight against the vehicle's maximum towing capacity, but deciding whether your rig is overweight is much more complex.

Here's How You Draw A Ford GT40

Strategic angle: Artist Stefan Marjoram shows you how to draw a Ford GT40, and he makes it look easy.

E-Bike Vs. Moped: Pros, Cons, And Differences Between Them Explained

Strategic angle: E-bikes and mopeds are used for pretty similar reasons out on the road. But there are some key reasons as to why you might choose one over the other.

A $2,000 Side Mirror, A $180 Kevlar Bag, And A Crime Wave That Connects Them

Strategic angle: With exotics parked on the street, some owners in the Netherlands are taking matters into their own hands to protect their door mirrors

Depreciated Leased EVs Could Kick Off A Nice Little Financing Crisis For Automakers

Strategic angle: These leases are legally binding and automakers will have to stick to them, no matter how much they lose in the process.

Honda Built The ZR-V’s Teeth In, Then Sold You A Kit To Pull Them Out

Strategic angle: The company offers a solution for those who don't like the teeth-like grille of the Honda ZR-V

Editorial Staff Updated 13 days ago

GM Stops Corvette Sales Because One Turn Signal Won’t Admit When It’s Broken

A software issue is keeping thousands of Corvettes off dealer lots, all due to a failure to detect a bad turn signal bulb.

A $2.3 Million Bugatti V12 Sedan With 241 Miles On The Clock Has Never Seen A Showroom

Strategic angle: Giugiaro designed this Bugatti four-door in 1993, Bugatti went bankrupt, and somehow three of them survived.

Dodge CEO: Affordable Sports Cars Still Have A Future

Strategic angle: Dodge CEO Matt McAlear said a sub-$30,000 performance car would make a lot of sense.

What It Takes To Hit 12,000-RPM With An Air-Cooled Porsche 911 Engine

Strategic angle: Making an air-cooled Porsche 911 rev to 12,000 rpm sounds impossible, but it's actually feasible if you use the right parts. Here's how to do it.

Teens Are No Longer Just Texting, They’re Making TikTok Videos While Driving

Strategic angle: Distracted driving is getting worse as more young drivers admit to watching videos, even livestreams, while on the road.

Honda Passport Buyers Can't Get Enough Of One Particular Trim

Strategic angle: The TrailSport model accounted for over 80 percent of Passport sales last month.

Woman Buys Brand-New Tesla. Then She Tries The Autopark Feature: 'I Straight-Up Panic'

Strategic angle: “The problems with sentry and autopark are..."

These Are The Cars You'll Never Forget Seeing At An Auto Show

Strategic angle: There were oodles of great responses to the question.

Dodge’s CEO Says A Sub-$30K Sports Car Could Do What The Charger Never Could

Strategic angle: Dodge has circled this idea before, from the Copperhead to the Demon concept, and never pulled the trigger.

Senators Are So Scared Of Chinese EVs In The U.S. They're Crying To Trump About Them

Strategic angle: Democrats in the Senate are so worried about Chinese EVs being built in the U.S. that they're begging Trump to stop it from happening.

Mazda Will Keep Its Cheapest Cars Alive In Some Markets

Strategic angle: Mazda has plans to develop next-generation versions of the 2 hatchback and CX-3 SUV.

Mercedes Recalls Over 3,500 G-Class EVs Over Loose Wheel Bolts

Strategic angle: The German automaker has redesigned the wheel bolts that go on the G580 with EQ Technology.

Rivian Beat Four Major Automakers In EV Sales, And Its Biggest Model Hasn’t Launched Yet

Strategic angle: Before the R2 reaches buyers, Rivian posted 10,365 Q1 deliveries and raised its full-year target to 67,000 units.

At $31,777, Could This 2017 BMW M2 Put You In The Pink?

Strategic angle: What do you say? Is $31,777 a good price for an M2 in such nice shape and a unique color? Or does that price tag on this pink car have you seeing red?

Tesla Snatches Back World’s Top EV Spot After BYD Sales Plummet 25%

Strategic angle: Tesla lost to BYD last year, but the American company is back with a vengeance in 2026.

AMG Built A Sedan That Growls, Revs, And Shifts Like It Has A V8. It Doesn’t

Strategic angle: The new AMG GT 4-Door Coupe turns zero-emission driving into something its own fans might stop resisting.

Is There A Difference Between Stealth And Satin Paint Protection Film?

Strategic angle: You've heard that there are satin, matte, and stealth paint protection films. But is there really a difference, or do brands use these terms interchangeably?

‘I’m Not Using My Membership To Its Full Potential’: Woman Runs Out Of Gas. Then She Tries Calling AAA

Strategic angle: "While I ate, I called AAA."

Polestar’s Largest EV Will Be Made Exclusively In The U.S.

Strategic angle: The Swedish-based EV maker is killing the Chinese-made Polestar 4 to focus on American production.

Used Plug-In Hybrids Are The Unexpected Solution To Both Rising Gas And Car Prices

Strategic angle: Getting a new car can put a huge dent in your wallet, and climbing gas prices can be an even bigger issue. That's why a plug-in hybrid might be the best choice.

'We Have No Chance Against This': Honda Reacts To China's Supplier Strength

Strategic angle: Honda’s CEO delivered this stark verdict after touring an auto supplier factory in Shanghai.

Lola’s New Supercar Weighs Less Than A Miata And Uses A V8 That Chevy Fans Will Recognize

Strategic angle: The T70S will be available in both road and track versions and will be built in just 16 examples.

Briefing: Lola Reimagines Its Legendary T70 For The Modern Age

Strategic angle: The T70S will be available in both road and track versions and will be built in just 16 examples.

This Tiny RV Is The Perfect Home Away From Home—On Your Home’s Driveway

Strategic angle: The Ari 458 Pro is barely longer than the Fiat 500e, yet tall people can comfortably stand up straight in the rear living space.

Briefing: BMW Wants To Save The Manuals

Strategic angle: Although automatics can handle more power, manuals aren't going away just yet.

Briefing: If You've Never Heard Of Mr. Bendo And The Muffler Men, Settle In For Some History

Strategic angle: What do Mr. Bendo, the other Muffler Men, and numerous giant Paul Bunyan figures around the U.S. have in common? They all have a common parent from the 1960s.

Briefing: Why Shaving Is The Secret To A Cheaper AWD Tire Replacement

Strategic angle: Tire shaving offers a cost-effective solution for maintaining your car's AWD system without the expense of replacing all four tires.

Briefing: The Difference Between Efficiency And Miles Per Gallon

Strategic angle: Understanding the distinction between fuel-efficiency and fuel consumption is crucial for drivers.

Briefing: Someone In Finland Has Committed A Range Rover Sport

Strategic angle: A 2006 Range Rover Sport in Finland is wearing a Rolls-Royce Cullinan grille and asking you to just go with it.

Briefing: Consumer Reports May Like These Hybrids, But Won't Recommend Them For Saving Gas

Strategic angle: Buying a hybrid might sound like a surefire way of saving money on gas, but Consumer Reports says you might want to think twice before taking delivery.

Briefing: Los Angeles Traffic Is So Bad The Fire Department Got New Electric Motorcycles To Quicken Response Time

Strategic angle: Google and YouTube donated the bikes to LAFD, which will assist in fighting wildfires and other search and rescue operations that may include disaster relief.

Briefing: Gas Crossed $4 A Gallon. What Would You Drive If It Was Free?

Strategic angle: If fuel was completely free tomorrow, would you stick with something efficient or finally go big, loud, and totally impractical?

Briefing: Jay Leno's Backing Another Bill To Exempt Classic Cars From Smog Checks

Strategic angle: Leno's Law may have been axed last year, but another attempt is being mounted to save classic cars from California's environmental smog checks.

Briefing: Freelander’s Comeback Started Big. This Version Makes The Case For Going Small

Strategic angle: The new Freelander brand is launching big, but an independent rendering makes the case for what a compact version could actually look like.

Briefing: ‘I Didn’t Do My Research’: Woman Buys Used Tesla. 3 Days Later, She Gets A $16,000 Repair Bill

Strategic angle: "I love my EV but that is a nightmare situation."

Briefing: Road & Track Called This Kit Car The World's Most Beautiful Sports Car And They Were Right

Strategic angle: Discover the stunning beauty of a 1955 kit car that captured the hearts of automotive enthusiasts.

Briefing: Honda Went To China, Saw The Future, And Reached Back To The 1960s

Strategic angle: A 1960s engineering philosophy built the Civic and the CVCC engine, and Honda is betting it can do the same against BYD.

Briefing: Dealer Quotes Woman $850 For Brake Job On Her Hyundai. Then She Calls A Mobile Mechanic: 'It Is Definitely Gonna Be More'

Strategic angle: 'NEVER.'

Briefing: The Speed Camera Locals Are Calling The Cybertruck Is Also Rated To Stop A Bullet

Strategic angle: Montgomery County’s newest speed cameras resemble Cybertrucks and can issue $1,000 fines in work zones.

Briefing: Volkswagen's TSI Vs. TFSI Engines: The Main Differences Explained

Strategic angle: Volkswagen uses TSI and TFSI to denote many of its engines. But just how much of a difference comes from those alternate names, if there's any to begin with?

Briefing: Why Harley-Davidson's Switch To V-Twins Was Harder Than Just Adding Another Cylinder

Strategic angle: Harley started out with a one-cylinder engine, then after six years added a second cylinder. But getting to an acceptable version proved a bumpy ride.

Briefing: Audi’s 2026 SQ5 Drives Like It Costs More And Feels Like It Costs Less | Review

Strategic angle: With 362 hp from its mild-hybrid V6 and an emphasis on sporty handling, the new SQ5 is an appealing proposition in its segment.

Briefing: We Can't Decide If James Brown's Lincoln Mark III Or His Learjet Has More '70s Swagger

Strategic angle: He was the first Black American to own a private plane and also had a beautiful Lincoln Continental. Which was cooler? Read the story, then take our poll.

Briefing: These Are The Top 10 Most Stolen Cars Of 2025 (Yes, The Altima Is On There)

Strategic angle: The number of car thefts in the U.S. dropped in 2025, but the crime wasn't eradicated completely. These are the vehicles thieves targeted most frequently.

Briefing: Texas Built An 85-MPH Road For Humans, But The Next Driver You See Might Not Be Human

Strategic angle: Texas 130’s famous 85 mph limit is now drawing interest from autonomous truck firms.

Briefing: Chevy Issues Stop Sale Notice For The C8 Corvette

Strategic angle: A faulty Brake Light Outage module is the culprit, affecting certain 2025 and 2026 C8 Corvettes.

Briefing: Ford Mechanic Told To Replace The Starter. There's Just One Problem: 'Do What They Want'

Strategic angle: "They want me to put a starter in..."

Briefing: America's Federal Emergency Response Is Currently Led By A Guy Who Insists God Teleported Him To A Waffle House

Strategic angle: FEMA head Gregg Phillips claims divine intervention in his life, including a bizarre incident involving a ditch.

Briefing: Six-Door Ford F-450 Looks Expensive. Its $1,038 Fuel Bill Agrees

Strategic angle: Someone stretched a Ford F-450 Platinum into an 11-passenger semi-sized hauler and priced it at four times what a new one costs.

Briefing: 10 Wickedly Cool Carroll Shelby Cars That Made The Man A Legend

Strategic angle: Carroll Shelby was an iconic figure in American automotive culture whose cars spoke for themselves. Here are 10 of the coolest cars he helped create.

Briefing: The Science Trick That Can Cool A Scorching Hot Car Interior In Seconds

Strategic angle: Discover a new method to quickly cool down your car without spending a dime.

Briefing: BMW’s iX7 Gets Every Neue Klasse Upgrade Except The One That Would Make It Look Different

Strategic angle: The big three-row SUV skips the futuristic styling of BMW's smaller EVs and arrives in 2027 with six-figure pricing and a very familiar grille.

Briefing: Who Makes Costco's Kirkland Motor Oil?

Strategic angle: Costco is one of those places where you can get almost anything for your car, including motor oil. But is Kirkland Signature oil any good, and who makes it?

Briefing: Here's How Much A 2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Has Depreciated In 5 Years

Strategic angle: The average car depreciates by around 42% over five years, but Toyotas are known for retaining their value well. Is the 2021 Corolla Hatchback an exception?

Briefing: Woman Sells Toyota Tacoma To CarMax. Then She Reveals How Much They Paid: ‘That’s A $32-33K On Marketplace’

Strategic angle: A woman's experience selling her Toyota Tacoma to CarMax raises eyebrows over the valuation.

Briefing: There’s No Other Ruf Porsche 911 Just Like This

Strategic angle: The one-off Ruf is a 1985 Porsche 911 Targa converted to BTR III specification that's been comprehensively restored.

Briefing: A Guide For When (And When Not) To Air Down Your Tires

Strategic angle: Taking some air out of your tires is not a bad idea when off-roading. But when should you air them down, when should you not, and how much pressure is safe?

Briefing: Mercedes-AMG Doesn’t Want Its New EV To Feel Like An EV

Strategic angle: The three-motor electric GT 4-Door Coupe pairs fake combustion drama with serious drifting ability.

Briefing: Ford's 6.0L Power Stroke Has A Reputation: Here's What's Actually True

Strategic angle: The Ford 6.0-liter Power Stroke gets a bad rap in the diesel sphere, but is it really that terrible? Here's the truth about this particular engine.

Briefing: The Key Differences Between Chip Tuning And Remapping

Strategic angle: Chip tuning and ECU remapping are both methods to increase a car's performance. However, they're not the same thing. Here are the differences between them.

Briefing: Are Cars Really Cheaper In America Than Europe?

Strategic angle: Car prices vary widely around the world, and the same vehicle can rack up huge disparities from country to country. Where does the buying advantage lie?

Briefing: A P-Pump Conversion Kit Could Be The Answer To Upping Your 24V Diesel Cummins' Power

Strategic angle: If you want to squeeze more power out of a 24-valve diesel Cummins engine, consider the P-pump conversion kit.

Briefing: Encor’s Lotus Esprit Costs More Than Two New Ferraris But Sounds Better Than Either

Strategic angle: Only 50 examples of the reborn Esprit will be built, each carrying a $570,000 price tag that doesn't even include the donor car.

Briefing: Used GMC Models To Avoid, According To Consumer Reports

Strategic angle: GMC is known for producing a rugged line of vehicles, but not all of its cars are worth buying. These are the models that Consumer Reports recommends avoiding.

Briefing: Here's How To Tell If Your Piston Rings Are Stuck (And What To Do About It)

Strategic angle: A stuck piston ring is bad news for your car and its engine. Here's what it actually means and the processes that you may be able to use to fix it.

Briefing: Man Pays For Car Wash. Then He Realizes The Guy In Front Of Him Is Going In On A Harley

Strategic angle: A curious moment unfolds as a motorcycle enthusiast enters a car wash.

Briefing: Nissan’s American Murano Gets Slammed Before It Even Reaches Japan

Strategic angle: Kuhl Racing is planning a street-focused build for the new Murano before its first Japanese delivery.

Briefing: Understanding Porsche's 3-Digit Model Names

Strategic angle: Porsche has a long lineup of cars that use three digits for their names. Here's how you can tell them apart, and why they're named that way.

Briefing: How Reliable Is The Buick Envista? Here's What JD Power Says

Strategic angle: Buick's small crossover SUV, the Envista, had some problems with reliability in 2024. JD Power has an opinion on the current model's quality and dependability.

Briefing: Woman Buys From Carvana. Then She Notices An Unusual Smell: 'Money From That Car Is Supposed To Be Applied To This New Car'

Strategic angle: "My car showed up today and..."

Briefing: He Called The GT3 RS Garbage, Then Ordered His Mustang GTD To Match One

Strategic angle: American GTD buyer ordered his Ford supercoupe in Rubystar Neo and added the optional $50k Performance Package.

Briefing: Mercedes Service Tech Allegedly Uses Customer's Car To Meet A Date At A Sports Bar

Strategic angle: The drama didn't stop there, and neither did the dealership's scumminess.

Briefing: 11 Supercars With Mind-Boggling Torque Specs

Strategic angle: Supercars are known for their extreme speed and sleek style, but plenty of them also have incredible torque potential. Here are 11 with excellent numbers.

Briefing: Trump Says He Wants Cars Built In America, Nissan Says That Ends The $22,600 Sentra

Strategic angle: Nissan claims that moving production to the US is not feasible due to low margins on affordable vehicles.

Briefing: Does Maserati Deserve Its Bad Reputation? Here's What Owners Say

Strategic angle: Maserati is legendary in the luxury car space. However, the brand has a reputation for poor reliability. Here's what owners have to say about that reputation.

Briefing: 'Shout Out Pep Boys': Dealership Quotes Woman $380 For A Repair. Then A Tech Gives Her The Real Total

Strategic angle: "Find a good, honest mechanic."

Briefing: Nissan Recalls 51 New Leaf EVs For Spontaneous Combustion, Even When Not Plugged In

Strategic angle: The supplier discovered the cathode damage, figured out how it might have occurred, and changed its production process to avoid the issue in the future.

Briefing: GM’s Only Answer To Toyota’s Seventeen Hybrids Is A $109K Corvette

Strategic angle: Detroit bet on a quick transition to EVs, that didn't pan out and now they have few hybrids in an era of $4 gas.

Briefing: Why Daytime Running Lights Are Mandatory In Europe But Not In The US

Strategic angle: Daytime running lights were designed to increase visibility of vehicles in low-light conditions. But while Europe makes them mandatory, the U.S. doesn't.

Briefing: 'We’re Basically Giving Her A Tire For Free': Mechanic Tells Woman He Can’t Service Her Tire. Then She Calls The Secret Number

Strategic angle: "I can’t rotate this tire."

Briefing: This Absurdly Tiny Camper Is Shorter Than An MX-5, And Isn’t Even A Real Car

Strategic angle: At $35,100, this micro-camper offers 30 square feet of living space, 143 miles of range, and no furniture whatsoever.

Briefing: You're Not Prepared For How Cool A V14 Engine Would Sound

Strategic angle: While you won't find V14 engines in cars today, you can still theorize on how they would sound. And that's exactly what a particular YouTuber did.

Briefing: Does The Difference Between 87 And 88 Octane Even Matter?

Strategic angle: 88 octane fuel has been making the rounds recently. But just how much does it matter compared to the usual 87 octane fuel many cars use today?

Briefing: Everyone Else Built A Better SUV, Jeep Built A Better 2026 Wrangler Rubicon | Review

Strategic angle: The turbo four is quieter and cleaner than the V6 it replaced, but it's also the least exciting thing about this Jeep Wrangler.

Briefing: These Airport Buses Would've Changed The Way We Board Airplanes

Strategic angle: Airplanes require some creative thinking to get passengers on board. In 1982, a company in Hungary sought to provide a bus-style alternative to gangways.

Briefing: One In Five New Car Buyers Is Now Paying More Than $1,000 A Month

Strategic angle: Americans are putting less down and stretching loan terms to extend their budgets.

Briefing: This Is The Most Reliable Ford F-150 Engine, According To Ford Techs

Strategic angle: The Ford F-150 offers a wide number of powerful and reliable engines. But one in particular stands above the others as the most dependable of them all.

Briefing: Ari 458 Pro Surprises As A Mini-Camper

Strategic angle: Only 30 square feet and traveling electrically. This is minimalism on four wheels.

Briefing: Kia Driver Sees Man On Motorcycle With A Helmet On While Woman Is Without One. Then He Rolls His Window Down

Strategic angle: A driver captures a moment highlighting the importance of safety gear on the road.

Briefing: Nissan's Turnaround Hinges On This Unique Hybrid System. It's Nothing Like Toyota's

Strategic angle: Nissan has steered clear of hybrids in the U.S. for years. The Rogue Hybrid e-Power plans to change that.

Briefing: High Gas Prices Could Kill The SUV Craze, What Should Come Next?

Strategic angle: We, the people, must demand wagons!

Briefing: D.C. Can Fine You $259,214 For Speeding And Still Not Stop You From Doing It Again

Strategic angle: Drivers with Maryland and Virginia plates are racking up massive D.C. speeding debts.

Briefing: Here's Why Getting Rid Of Gas Taxes Might Not Lower Prices After All

Strategic angle: Georgia suspended its gas tax for 60 days. On a gallon of regular, that would save drivers about $0.33. Great idea, right? Not so fast.

Briefing: 'I’m Still Getting Charged For Things': Woman Rents Car From Hertz. Then They Ghost Her

Strategic angle: A woman's frustrating experience with Hertz highlights issues in customer service and billing.

Briefing: Filosa’s Stellantis Is Hiring Like Tavares Never Happened

Strategic angle: New Stellantis boss flips the script as engineers and factory workers flood back in the US and globally

Briefing: McDonald’s Is Giving Away GR GT3 Toys, But Only In This Country

Strategic angle: Gazoo Racing brings its new racing car to the Happy Meal with the help of Tomica

Briefing: How Speed Cameras Measure Your Speed So Accurately

Strategic angle: Speed cameras use multiple kinds of technology to get driver's speeds. But they're not perfect, and there are several issues that can trip them up.

Briefing: 'That's Not Good': Man Takes A Hyundai Sonata To The Shop. Then The Mechanic Takes One Look—And Recommends He Sell It

Strategic angle: 'You have the moral obligation to tell him.'

Briefing: Magnum P.I.'s Ferrari 308 Could Be Yours, Though You'll Still Have To Grow The 'Stache Yourself

Strategic angle: You're one step closer to everyone's dream of growing up to be Tom Selleck.

Briefing: Subaru’s JDM Blacked-Out Crosstrek Looks Like More, Comes With Less

Strategic angle: The Crosstrek Limited Black special edition brings stealthy styling and built-in navigation at no extra cost over the standard Limited trim.

Briefing: Ford Promised Bronco And Mustang Hybrids In 2018, Farley Just Promised More Of Them Again

Strategic angle: Eight years after promising a Bronco and Mustang Hybrid, the Blue Oval might finally be ready to do it.

Briefing: AMG’s Drift Mode Survives Into The Electric Era, With A New Way Of Working

Strategic angle: This electric four-door can adjust its cornering character on the fly, and the Porsche Taycan is the obvious target.

Briefing: BMW Showed Just Enough Of The i3 Touring For Someone Else To Finish The Job

Strategic angle: The upcoming i3 Touring will combine the low-slung silhouette and handling of the sedan with comparable practicality to the iX3 SUV.

Briefing: C-Class Facelift Mirrors A Direction Mercedes Has Already Taken Elsewhere

Strategic angle: The 2027 C-Class is getting star-themed lighting and possibly hands-free city driving in a facelift expected to arrive this summer.

Briefing: 'This Is A $20,000 Issue': Man Buys Through Carvana. Then He Tries To Use His Warranty When Something Goes Wrong

Strategic angle: A customer's experience highlights issues with Carvana's warranty service.

Briefing: Group Behind Ford, GM, And Toyota Wants To Kill The Gas Tax, But Their Customers May Hate The Fix

Strategic angle: The organization is calling for a weight-based fee that could hit trucks, SUVs, and EVs hard.

Briefing: U.S.-Iran War Is Stranding Sailors In The Strait Of Hormuz

Strategic angle: Around 2,000 ships are stranded in the Persian Gulf, according to the United Nations, with over 20,000 civilians on them.

Briefing: Jaguar: We Will Be 'Exclusively Electric'

Strategic angle: Rawdon Glover, the brand's managing director, speaks about the challenges, mistakes, and plans. Here’s what’s happening in Gaydon.

Briefing: Fiat Sold Nearly 20 Times More 500e EVs in Canada Than In The US

Strategic angle: While Fiat sold just 155 cars in the States this past quarter, Canadians bought over 1,200 examples of the 500e alone.

Briefing: Every Tire Brand Owned By Continental

Strategic angle: Continental, older than the first automobile, boasts a vast portfolio of premium and budget tire brands.

Briefing: NHTSA Investigating Chinese Airbags That Have Killed 10 People

Strategic angle: The inflators were imported into the United States by unknown importers, probably illegally, raising concerns about vehicle safety.

Briefing: Aston Martin’s DBX Recall Starts With A Crash And Ends With A Bolt

Strategic angle: The DBX is the subject of two new recalls, one involving a suspension issue that can lead to loss of control.

Briefing: EV Depreciation Is Still Brutal. But Hybrids Should Give Us Hope

Strategic angle: Seven years ago, hybrids suffered terrible depreciation. Now they depreciate less than gas cars.

Briefing: NASA's Artemis II Crew Send Stunning Pictures Of Earth Back To Earth

Strategic angle: Experience the breathtaking views captured by the Artemis II crew as they journey through space.

Briefing: Woman Goes To The Car Wash. Then She Uses A 'Cheat Code' To Get A Free Wash: 'I Haven't Paid In 3 Years'

Strategic angle: A clever trick allows a woman to enjoy free car washes for years.

Briefing: NYPD Officer Claims 'Highway Therapy' as Retaliation for Ticketing Errors

Strategic angle: An officer alleges punitive measures from the NYPD after mistakenly ticketing individuals, including stripped duties and denied overtime.

Briefing: This 33,000-Mile 1987 Chrysler Fifth Avenue Is A Beautiful Barrage Of Burgundy Malaise-Era Brilliance

Strategic angle: If Chrysler is looking for ideas for future models, maybe a revived Fifth Avenue would restore some of its former greatness.

Briefing: The New Nissan Xterra Will Only Be Gasoline-Powered

Strategic angle: Nissan confirms the upcoming Xterra will feature a non-hybrid V6 powertrain, with no electric vehicle option available.

Briefing: Mitsubishi Just Told Dealers When The Pajero Arrives, But America Still Has No Answer

Strategic angle: The Mitsubishi Pajero returns with a tougher look and Triton roots, aiming squarely at the Land Cruiser crowd.

Briefing: You're All Little Freaks For The Dodge Stratus R/T Coupe

Strategic angle: I hope your insurance is good enough to get you the proper medical care you need to deal with Stratus R/T Coupe Derangement Syndrome.

Briefing: Colorado’s New Speed Camera System Makes Waze Nearly Useless

Strategic angle: The automated vehicle ID system uses several cameras to calculate your average speed, and if it exceeds the limit, you get a ticket.

Briefing: As Artemis II Heads To The Moon, We Look Back At The Rovers That Made Lunar Exploration Possible

Strategic angle: Apollo's legacy is still visible in the tire tracks etched along the lunar surface.

Briefing: 'Chinese Cars Are Ready For Prime Time In America': Geely SUV Crushes Every U.S. Competitor In New Test

Strategic angle: The Geely Galaxy M9 PHEV impressed Edmunds, covering 101 miles on electric power alone and accelerating to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds.

Briefing: The Gap Between What Tesla Built And What It Sold Just Broke A Company Record

Strategic angle: At 358,023 deliveries, Tesla fell short of analyst forecasts and its own published consensus, with energy storage numbers missing by an even wider margin.

Briefing: Volkswagen 'Won't Rule Out' A Pickup Truck, Says CEO

Strategic angle: Volkswagen Group's North American CEO hints at the possibility of a future pickup truck model.

Briefing: Ford GT Mk IV Is The Fastest American Car To Lap The Nürburgring, And The Third Fastest Car Ever

Strategic angle: The only two cars to ever boast faster lap times than the GT are the electric VW ID.R Pikes Peak racer, and the Porsche 919 Hybrid Evo.

Briefing: German Tuner Has 17 Solutions To A Problem Cadillac’s Escalade Definitely Didn’t Have

Strategic angle: Larte Design has applied pink carbon fiber parts to a Cadillac Escalade, which was already doing fine getting attention without any of them.

Briefing: Trump's Iran Boondoggle Has Already Cost U.S. Drivers An Extra $10,000,000,000 At The Pump

Strategic angle: Ten billion with a 'B,' not an 'M.' And those aren't some ephemeral tax spending dollar but cold, hard cash out of real people's pockets.

Briefing: Toyota Has Already Recalled 1 Million Cars In 2026

Strategic angle: The automaker’s biggest recall so far is for 550,000 Highlander SUVs for an issue with second-row reclining seats.

Briefing: These Are Your Favorite Types Of Cars

Strategic angle: Your answers ran the gamut of vehicle types, and some of you did get ultra-specific, which I appreciate.

Briefing: She Tracked Her Mercedes To Two Bars While It Supposedly Sat At The Dealership

Strategic angle: A routine service visit at a Mercedes dealer takes a strange turn when a customer’s sedan appears at local bars instead of the repair bay.

Briefing: 2026 Is Already Shaping Up To Be A Weird Year For Automakers

Strategic angle: 2026 is already looking like it's going to be a weird year for automakers, Rivian is having a good time and more.

Briefing: Bentley Dealers Want An Off-Road Bentayga: ‘Bring It To Market'

Strategic angle: Bentley has been showing the Bentayga X Concept to dealers since January.

Briefing: Watch This Restoration Of A Dakar Porsche 959

Strategic angle: The car, driven by Jacky Ickx and Claude Brasseur, finished second in the 1986 Paris-Dakar Rally.

Briefing: The Wheels Of Your $165K Mercedes G-Class EQ Could Fall Off

Strategic angle: Over 3,700 Mercedes G580 EQ owners face a dealer visit to replace wheel bolts never rated for the electric model's added weight.

Briefing: At $25,499, Would This 1987 Pontiac Fiero Mera Let You Fake It 'Til You Make It?

Strategic angle: What do you think? Is this Mera a marvel at that $25,499 asking price?

Briefing: There Were A Lot Of Lime Green (Or Yellow?) Cars At The New York Auto Show

Strategic angle: While there weren't very many automakers displaying cars at the show, pretty much every brand that did had at least one green car on their stands.

Briefing: 'I Did My Due Diligence': Woman Inherits Her Brother’s Mustang. Then She Tries To Buy Parts For It

Strategic angle: 'I thought I was buying the parts for it, only to receive an email...'

Briefing: Toyota Makes It Harder For Thieves To Steal Its Popular SUV

Strategic angle: Toyota has added more anti-theft and ADAS systems to the Land Cruiser 250, alongside some other minor changes.

Briefing: The Next-Gen Nissan GT-R Could Retain The Famed Twin-Turbo V6

Strategic angle: A Nissan executive hints that the upcoming R36 may feature a hybridized version of the R35 GT-R's engine.

Briefing: Tesla Is Sitting On A Record 50,000 Unsold EVs

Strategic angle: The American EV brand’s sales rebounded in the first quarter, but a new problem is making its presence felt.

Briefing: Rivian Just Outsold Ford In EVs By 40%

Strategic angle: Ford’s EV sales cratered in the first quarter, leaving room for Rivian to sweep in with a double-digit increase.

Briefing: Even Illinois State Police Can't Afford New Cars

Strategic angle: Seventy-four percent of Americans say new cars are unaffordable, but it's not just individuals who are also feeling the squeeze.

Briefing: Jim Farley Promises A New Affordable Ford EV To Take On Tesla’s Model 3 And Y

Strategic angle: After retreating from several EV programs, Ford is now targeting Tesla with a purpose-built affordable rival due within the next couple of years.

Briefing: 36,640 Traffic Deaths Is A Grim Number, But It’s The Lowest The U.S. Has Seen Since 2019

Strategic angle: Americans drove more miles in 2025 than in 2024 and still managed to make the roads safer.

Briefing: A Hellcat, And A G63 AMG Makeover Walk Into A Jeep Wrangler That Doesn’t Exist

Strategic angle: Jeep’s Wrangler gets a luxury rethink in these renderings, imagining a high-end rival to the G-Class without the extreme price.

Briefing: Ford Sales Falter, Hurt By The Trucks It Counts On And The Model It Killed

Strategic angle: The F-Series is supposed to carry Ford through rough patches, but the first quarter of the year showed the limits of that strategy.

Briefing: The Toyota bZ Had An Amazing Start To 2026

Strategic angle: The Toyota bZ is on track to be America's top-selling EV not made by Tesla in the first quarter.

Briefing: 'To A Big Company Like Firestone, That’s No Big Deal': Mechanic Turns Down Customer. Then He Gets A Call That Makes Him Regret It

Strategic angle: 'Let me call you back.'

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Briefing: 10 Deaths Later, The US Finally Moves To Ban Illegal Chinese Airbag Inflators

Strategic angle: Lifesaving devices have reportedly been transformed into a death sentence as the inflator spews large metal fragments.

Briefing: America’s Fastest Nürburgring Lap Belongs To A $1.7M Ford You Can’t Drive To The Track

Strategic angle: The track-only GT Mk IV beat the street-legal Mercedes-AMG One by 13 seconds and outran every purpose-built electric except two prototypes.

Briefing: VW CEO Says Sedans and Hatchbacks Have a Future: 'Heartbeat' Of The Brand

Strategic angle: Volkswagen's US CEO emphasizes the importance of traditional cars despite a shift towards SUVs.

Briefing: A 16-Year-Old Mitsubishi Nearly Outsold The Brand’s Entire Lineup Combined

Strategic angle: Mitsubishi's best vehicle lost nearly half its buyers while its oldest and cheapest one almost carried the entire brand through Q1 this year.

Briefing: 'How Does That Even Happen?': Woman Picks Up Grocery Delivery. Then Her Acura's Tire Explodes

Strategic angle: 'Guess my day wasn’t soo bad.'

Stellantis wants to build Chinese Leapmotor EVs at its idled Canadian plant

Strategic angle: Stellantis is in early talks to assemble electric vehicles from its Chinese partner Leapmotor at the idled Brampton, Ontario plant, according to Bloomberg — a factory that was supposed to be retooled for Jeep production

Briefing: The Guy Who Removed Every Button From Your Phone Just Filled A Ferrari With Them

Strategic angle: Former Apple design chief Jony Ive critiques large car touchscreens and introduces a unique design for the Ferrari Luce.

Briefing: The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Isn't On Pause—And It Could Get A Camping Version, VW CEO Says

Strategic angle: "Against other rumors, there's a consistent offer in the market," said Kjell Gruner, VW Group of America's CEO.

Briefing: I'm Trading My Jeep For Something With Better Comfort And MPG! What Should I Buy?

Strategic angle: Kristin drives a lot for both her work and hobbies. Her 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is getting old. With a budget of $25,000, what car should she buy?

Briefing: Artemis II Crew Faces First SNAFU In Space: A Broken Toilet

Strategic angle: The system itself is so loud that astronauts have to wear hearing protection when they use it.

Briefing: Here's Every Car That Debuted At The New York International Auto Show

Strategic angle: I won't go so far as to say car shows are back, but this one could definitely be a bit of an indication that the tides are turning.

Briefing: The bZ Now Outsells The Prius, And A Mystery Toyota SUV Is Next In Line

Strategic angle: A second American-made Toyota EV is coming in 2027 after the Highlander, and the company is already calling its future models Tesla killers.

Briefing: What Car Will You Never Forget Seeing At An Auto Show?

Strategic angle: Memorable moments from auto shows featuring iconic cars.

Briefing: Lucid Is Blaming Someone Else For The Gravity’s Second Recall In Four Months

Strategic angle: A seat supplier changed its manufacturing process without approval, and now 4,476 Gravity owners are paying the price.

Briefing: Tesla Sales Rebound In Q1 2026, But Fall Short Of Analyst Estimates

Strategic angle: The first quarter of last year wasn’t a high bar to begin with.

Briefing: These EVs Should Be Next On The Chopping Block, According To Our Readers

Strategic angle: These are a few of the EVs that the audience thinks should be canceled next.

Briefing: Hyundai’s New Concepts Tease A Design Direction Ioniq Has Never Tried Before

Strategic angle: The new Earth and Venus concepts hint at what’s next for Hyundai's EV lineup, with a reveal just around the corner.

Briefing: The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Is Still Crushing It

Strategic angle: Despite the recent EV slowdown, the American-made Ioniq 5 is winning hearts left and right, with double-digit sales increases.

Briefing: Kia Posts Best-Ever First Quarter As Hybrid Sales Soar

Strategic angle: The Telluride is living up to its Selluride nickname as the crossover set a new record for quarterly sales.

Briefing: Woman Tries To Parallel Park. Then She Looks Out Her Window And Sees What A Group Of Men Is Doing: ‘That Would Piss Me Off'

Strategic angle: 'I will park on the moon before parallel parking.'

Briefing: Hyundai And Genesis Will Launch 58 Models In America By 2030

Strategic angle: Thankfully, they won't all be SUVs.

Briefing: Harley-Davidson's $110K Motorcycle Doesn't Know What The Word Depreciation Means

Strategic angle: Some vehicles start losing value the moment they leave the showroom, but this limited-edition bike has held its worth on resale markets amazingly well.

Briefing: Iran Could Strike Tesla As War Intensifies

Strategic angle: The nation says American tech companies have been assisting in the ongoing war

Briefing: The Porsche Split In Two, Its Driver Did Not

Strategic angle: Police say speed was a factor after a Porsche Cayenne was torn in two in Georgia

Briefing: Ford Has A $4,000 Fuel Deal For Australians Who Can Afford To Not Need A Deal On Fuel

Strategic angle: Ford Australia is throwing in a fuel card with new Ranger and Everest purchases while stock, and your budget, lasts.

Briefing: Buick Rolled Over And Played Dead, So Did Sales

Strategic angle: GM's Q1 sales dropped nearly 10% as Buick collapsed, EV demand softened, and only one brand held its ground.

Briefing: The Mercedes GLC Was Germany’s Job. Trump’s Tariffs Changed That

Strategic angle: GLC production heads to Alabama to join GLE and GLS as tariffs reshape luxury car strategy

Briefing: Woman Spends Hours At Dealership. Then She Tries Carvana: 'Brand-New Car'

Strategic angle: 'I walked into Tesla and bought a car in 20 mins. The car delivered itself to my house.'

Briefing: Kia's Futuristic EV Van Could Become A New York Taxi

Strategic angle: BraunAbility and Kia have come together to create an ADA-compliant, wheelchair accessible van designed for taxi and rideshare use.

Briefing: A Hyundai Beat The BMW M2 CS For World Performance Car Of The Year

Strategic angle: Every category at the 2026 World Car Awards went to an electric vehicle, with BMW, Hyundai, and Lucid leading the way.

Briefing: The Genesis GV70 Gets A Dark Makeover With A Punchy Interior Surprise

Strategic angle: Genesis is expanding the Prestige Graphite lineup with a new GV70 that sports carbon fiber trim and dark chrome accents.

Briefing: Waymo Goes On Houston Road—It Wasn’t Prepared For Houston Drivers

Strategic angle: 'Houston is probably the worst place to have Waymos.'

Briefing: There's A Dodge Stratus R/T Jump Scare At The New York Auto Show

Strategic angle: Stellantis showcases the Dodge Stratus R/T as part of its historical display at the New York Auto Show.

Briefing: Honda Prologue's $7,500 Price Cut Means There's No Better Time To Buy

Strategic angle: Miss the EV tax credit? Well then, good news, because Honda has slashed the price of the Prologue by $7,500.

Briefing: Tiger Woods Pleads Not Guilty To His Latest DUI Charge

Strategic angle: Woods claims he was distracted by his phone, not driving under the influence.

Briefing: A 22-Vehicle Plan By 2030 Is Genesis’s Answer To BMW, Mercedes, And Everyone Else

Strategic angle: The luxury brand that reached one million global sales faster than any rival is now targeting BMW, Mercedes, and Lexus with its biggest product push yet.

Briefing: Hyundai’s New Pickup Truck Will Be Everything The Santa Cruz Refused To Be

Strategic angle: After the Santa Cruz's lukewarm reception, Hyundai is going all-in on a purpose-built body-on-frame truck built specifically for American buyers.

Briefing: Republican Senator Calls Chinese Cars A ‘Cancer,’ Vowing Stricter Ban

Strategic angle: Senator Bernie Moreno of Ohio plans to introduce legislation to prohibit partnerships that would allow Chinese cars into the U.S.

Briefing: You’ll Know You Have A Bronco RTR Every Time You Reach For The Seatbelt

Strategic angle: The interior of the new Bronco RTR follows the Hyper Lime theme of the exterior, along with topographical graphics and special emblems.

Briefing: 2027 Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid Seems Like The No-Brainer Choice

Strategic angle: With 25% better fuel economy than the standard Forester Wilderness and a little more power, going for the hybrid makes a lot of sense.

2027 Subaru Getaway Revealed: A Three-Row Electric SUV With 420 HP And AWD

It will go on sale in late 2026.

Briefing: The 2027 Subaru Getaway 3-Row EV Has Over 300 Miles Of Range

Strategic angle: Subaru’s most powerful production model can sprint to 60 mph in less than five seconds—and carry up to seven people.

Briefing: These Cars Will Define The 2020s, According To Our Readers

Strategic angle: You all seem to feel that the cars that will define the decade are some of the most hateful cars that are currently on the road.

Briefing: The Boulder Is Hyundai’s Answer To The Ford Bronco, And A New Pickup Is Behind It

Strategic angle: The Hyundai Boulder concept arrives at the New York Auto Show with body-on-frame bones and a clear rival in its sights.

Editorial Staff Updated 18 days ago

One In Three Chrysler Minivans Built Since 2022 May Be Driving Around With Bad Airbags

A widespread airbag defect forces Chrysler to recall thousands of Voyager and Pacifica minivans over concerns they may fail in serious impacts.

Briefing: 'This How They Been Doing Business For Years': Man Takes Wife’s Cadillac Into Mavis. Then He Tries To Get A Refund

Strategic angle: 'You guys are going to have to reimburse me for this.'

Briefing: 2027 BMW 3 Series Teased With Quad Exhaust, But Don't Call It An M3

Strategic angle: An early look at the next-generation BMW 3 Series with a combustion engine.

Briefing: The Tesla Model S And Model X Are Officially Dead

Strategic angle: It’s the end of the road for the cars that set the standards for truly modern EVs, with plenty of range, comfort, and performance.

Briefing: Get Caught Speeding In Illinois? You Soon Might Have To Install A Speed Limiter

Strategic angle: An Illinois bill aimed at repeat speeders and reckless drivers could soon require that drivers install speed-limiting devices in their cars.

Briefing: Do Owners Find Expensive Torque Wrenches To Be More Accurate Than Bargain-Bin Ones?

Strategic angle: With torque wrenches going for anywhere from the $20 range to hundreds of dollars, is it worth it to spend more? Owners certainly have their opinions.

Briefing: Subaru Spent Years Perfecting EyeSight. This Florida Driver Found Its One Blind Spot

Strategic angle: Love is what makes a Subaru a Subaru, and apparently so is driving blind across a Florida bridge with no latch.

Briefing: Mini Countryman Embraces Value For 2027

Strategic angle: The affordable Oxford Edition is back, but higher-end variants flirt with a $50,000 sticker price.

Briefing: BMW’s Entry-Level iX3 Saves You Over $7K, But There’s A Real Trade-Off

Strategic angle: The new iX3 40 matches its pricier sibling on features and design, but sacrifices battery size and range for a significant price cut.

Briefing: From Harley-Davidsons To Moto Guzzis: New Motorcycles That Are Still Air-Cooled

Strategic angle: Many modern motorcycles use liquid-cooled engines, but these impressive bikes are keeping old-school tradition alive with air-cooled motors.

Briefing: Gas Was $2.98 A Month Ago. It Just Crossed $4 For The First Time Since 2022

Strategic angle: Gas gets the headlines, but diesel is also up $1.69 in a single month and that increase will reach every checkout line in the country.

Briefing: Finally, The 2027 VW Atlas Gets A Cabin You Won’t Have To Apologize For

Strategic angle: Volkswagen's biggest American SUV gets a full makeover for 2027, with a hybrid still promised somewhere down the road.

Briefing: Android Auto Gets YouTube Without The Part That Makes YouTube, YouTube

Strategic angle: The new YouTube player for Android Auto supports audio listening but has no in-car browsing and requires Premium access.

Briefing: Rivian's E-Bike Spinoff Will Make Autonomous Delivery Bots For Bike Lanes

Strategic angle: The micromobility company that spun out of Rivian last year has partnered with DoorDash to create self-driving vehicles.

Briefing: How Spark Plugs Can Improve (Or Devastate) Your Fuel Economy

Strategic angle: Spark plugs are pretty crucial to internal combustion engines, but can swapping old plugs for new ones really improve your car's fuel economy?

Briefing: Mercedes Spits Out Four SUVs At Once, Adds Stars To Literally Everything

Strategic angle: The facelifted GLE and GLS adopt a starry new design, three new screens, and a flat-plane crank V8.

Briefing: Steel Vs. Aluminum Rocker Arms: Does It Make A Difference?

Strategic angle: Rocker arms are an essential part of overhead valve engines. But how essential is it to keep track of whether they're made out of steel or aluminum?

Editorial Staff Updated 19 days ago

The Ford Expedition Turns 30 And Gets Mustang Dark Horse Paint

A 30th Anniversary Appearance Package adds unique badging inside and out on the 2027 model.

Briefing: BMW’s New iX3 And i3 Will Record You Driving And Send Video To The Company

Strategic angle: Starting in Germany, BMW’s new iX3 and upcoming i3 will record your driving, provided you consent during setup.

Briefing: Tesla's First Quarter 2026 EV Sales: Analysts Project Modest Gains

Strategic angle: Wall Street is expecting a Q1 sales bump for Tesla. But projections for 2026 and the rest of the decade have been sharply lowered.

Briefing: Florida Man Gets Pulled Over Because Even In Florida, You Can't Have Missiles Mounted On Your Truck

Strategic angle: Police told this Florida Man he'll have to transport his missiles another way, and there's a sentence you just don't read very often.

Briefing: Australian Company Sheds Light On In-Car Sun Exposure By Reupholstering A Camry With Human-Like Skin That 'Burns' In Sunlight

Strategic angle: A car that's upholstered in synthetic skin, hair, and even moles is a pretty stark reminder to wear your sunscreen, even when you're driving.

2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE Refresh Will Have You Seeing Stars

The GLE's second facelift offers a range of inline-4, inline-6 and V8 engines, including two plug-in hybrids.

Briefing: 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLS Refreshes The S-Class Of SUVs One More Time

Strategic angle: The facelifted GLS features updated engines, advanced technology, and a suspension system that anticipates road bumps.

Briefing: The New Mercedes GLS Has "Cloud-Based" Suspension

Strategic angle: Benz’s latest top-trim luxury SUV is packed with a new infotainment system, a flat-plane crankshaft V8, and striking new styling.

Briefing: US Auto Sales On Track To Fall 6.3% In Q1, With One Detroit Brand Posting The Ugliest Numbers

Strategic angle: High gas prices, affordability concerns, and geopolitical uncertainty are impacting demand.

Briefing: Average Regular Gas Price Hits $4 Nationwide

Strategic angle: In this morning's edition, we're looking at gas prices cracking the $4 mark, as well as GM idling Factory Zero.

Briefing: These Are The Problem Car Parts You Wish Were Indestructible

Strategic angle: The top responses followed a predictable pattern.

Briefing: Cupra’s Baby EV Looks Like It Was Designed By People Who Actually Drive

Strategic angle: The smallest electric car on VW Group's MEB+ platform arrives with a lower ride height and a hot hatch variant its siblings won't offer.

Briefing: Why Pistons Have Three Rings To Rule Combustion

Strategic angle: Explore the crucial role of three piston rings in engine performance and efficiency.

Briefing: Toyota’s Electric Hilux Costs $20K More Than The Diesel, And That’s Not Even The Worst Part

Strategic angle: The electric Hilux arrives in Australia as the priciest truck in the lineup, with a limited driving range that suits fleet work better than outback adventures.

Briefing: Woman Leaves Ryobi Fan In Jeep. Then It Burns Her Car To The Ground: 'Ryobi... Replace My Dog Crates'

Strategic angle: "Ryobi 1, Jeep 0."

Briefing: 'Cannot Get By Without Gasoline Cars': Toyota Highlights Reality In Many Areas

Strategic angle: Toyota is sticking with combustion engines for the long haul, due to uneven EV adoption.

Briefing: ‘I Just Hope We Can Bounce Back’: GM’s Prized EV Truck Factory Goes Dark Again

Strategic angle: Factory Zero in Detroit assembles GM’s big electric pickups, as well as the Cadillac Escalade IQ SUV.

Briefing: The New BMW iX3 For China Loses The Pop-Out Door Handles

Strategic angle: The last-minute change was driven by a new regulation coming into force in 2027.

Briefing: Man Pays For Mustang Restoration, Gets Car Back In Pieces Five Years Later

Strategic angle: We've heard some pretty horrible mechanic stories over the years, but this may be one of the worst.

Briefing: Here's How To Decipher The Different Grades Of Motor Oil

Strategic angle: If you're in the auto parts store wondering what all the codes mean on bottles, then you are not alone. Here's our handy guide to deciphering the digits.

Briefing: Jay Kay’s LaFerrari Is The Only One That Looks Like Ferrari Lost A Bet To Lamborghini

Strategic angle: With just 7,400 miles and a new high-voltage battery, this one-of-a-kind LaFerrari carries a color no other example shares.

Briefing: Avoid Cheap Amazon Dashcams, Consumer Reports Says These Are Better Options

Strategic angle: When it's your word against theirs, dashcam footage makes all the difference. Don't settle for a basic model - get a dashcam recommended by Consumer Reports.

Briefing: GM’s Cheapest EV Just Got Its Fifth Generation In Six Years

Strategic angle: The SAIC-GM-Wuling joint venture has sold over 1.9 million Wuling Hongguang Mini EVs since the model debuted in 2020.

Briefing: Tow Company Sold Deployed Troops’ Cars, Some With Their Uniforms And Awards Still Inside, DOJ Claims

Strategic angle: Nearly 150 troops had their vehicles auctioned while deployed, prompting the DOJ to file suit under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act.

Briefing: The Next X7 Is Caught Between What BMW Was And Where It’s Going

Strategic angle: BMW's new X7 will swap door handles for flush fins and debut the Panoramic iDrive inside a heavily reworked body.

Briefing: This Ferrari 308 GTS From Magnum, PI Could Be Yours

Strategic angle: A mustache is not included.

Briefing: Trump’s New Biofuel Rules Hand Farmers A Win, But Someone Else Might Pay For It

Strategic angle: New EPA biofuel quotas help corn and soybean farmers but may raise refinery costs

Briefing: Traffic Safety Expo Showcases Innovative Tech for Road Safety

Strategic angle: Explore the latest advancements in safety equipment at the Traffic Safety Expo, where technology meets road safety.

Briefing: Man Test-Drives Honda Passport. The Sale Seems Done. Then He Asks One Final Question That Ruins The Whole Thing

Strategic angle: 'The most frustrating thing in this business.'

Briefing: She Tried To Warn Hyundai The Palisade Seat Could Kill Someone. It Did

Strategic angle: A California mother warned of dangerous power seat behavior long before the tragic death of a child earlier this year.

Briefing: The Clever Engineering Of Shipping The Chevy Vega By Train

Strategic angle: GM hoped the Chevy Vega would reinvent the American car, but it was too expensive to ship - until engineers found a genius way to fit 30 cars per railcar.

Briefing: Hyundai Is Bringing Something Big To New York, But Won’t Say What

Strategic angle: The mysterious model will be unveiled on April 1st and promises to be something big.

Briefing: Oliver Bearman's 50G Crash Could Force Changes To F1's Divisive New Cars

Strategic angle: A big speed differential that was a part of Sunday's Formula 1 crash could be a tipping point for the rules and regulations regarding this year's cars.

Briefing: The Corvette Grand Sport Is The Beginning Of The End For The C8

Strategic angle: The Grand Sport typically arrives near the end of the generation, as we should 'expect the same formula' for the C8.

Briefing: Elon Musk Says Tesla Is Working On Something 'Way Cooler' Than A Minivan

Strategic angle: Tesla's next consumer vehicle remains a mystery, but Musk hints at exciting developments.

Briefing: Rivian Won Direct Sales In Washington With A Threat That’s Coming For Dealers Everywhere

Strategic angle: Ballot threat forces dealers to concede to EV brand in Washington state as direct car sales gain ground

Briefing: 2,540 Colorado Drivers Ticketed For Camping Out In The Left Lane Last Year

Strategic angle: Colorado welcomes all campers, except for the left-lane kind.

Briefing: Audi Can’t Justify The Cost Of Saving Its Most Beloved Engine

Strategic angle: Half a century of odd-number magic fades as regulations and EV focus take over

Briefing: Hyundai’s Cryptic Teaser Says ‘Something Big Is Coming’

Strategic angle: The weird teaser provides few clues as to what the automaker will reveal at the New York Auto Show later this week.

Briefing: Google Maps Is Bringing EV Route Planning To Android Auto

Strategic angle: The feature will take the guesswork out of planning an EV road trip for over 350 models across at least 15 brands.

Briefing: These Automotive CEOs Would Make The Best Road Trip Companions, According To Our Readers

Strategic angle: Just because your reasons weren't all purely focused on the practical side of road tripping, doesn't make them any less valid.

Briefing: Ultra-Luxury Automakers Are The Real Victims Of The U.S.-Israeli War With Iran

Strategic angle: Won't someone please think about what is really being hurt by the U.S. and Israeli's war with Iran?

Briefing: Dubai Dealer Says Luxury Sales Are Down 30%, At A Time Carmakers Can’t Afford It

Strategic angle: Middle East buyers love bespoke opulence, but conflict is stalling the world’s richest showroom floor.

Briefing: The 2026 Palisade Has A Second Seat Problem, In Case The First Wasn’t Enough

Strategic angle: Nearly 47,000 Palisade and Palisade Hybrid owners are being notified about a seat belt defect with a fix coming in May.

Briefing: This Is The Essential Tool Every Hybrid And EV Auto Mechanic Needs

Strategic angle: What's the one tool every EV and hybrid mechanic should own because it literally saves lives? The answer is, of course, the good ol' high-voltage multimeter.

Briefing: Skoda’s Most Dramatic Concept Just Became Its Most Sensible Production Car

Strategic angle: The Peaq will be Skoda’s most spacious production model yet, available in five- and seven-seat configurations.

Briefing: Toyota's New Mid-Engine Sports Car Is Getting ‘Better Every Day’

Strategic angle: The production model could revive the MR2 moniker.

Briefing: Mechanic Refuses To Install Parts Customers Buy Themselves. Then He Admits His Shop Raises Part Prices: ‘Worst Human Beings'

Strategic angle: A mechanic's controversial policy on parts leads to a shocking admission about pricing practices.

Briefing: The Biggest Skoda Ever Is Packed With First-Time Features

Strategic angle: Peaq is Skoda's first model with the windshield washer built into the wiper.

Briefing: All New BMW i5 EVs Now Have A Native NACS Charge Port

Strategic angle: BMW’s first NACS-equipped EV in the U.S. can now be had in all trim levels, not just the most expensive one.

Briefing: Here's What Can Happen If You Park At A Broken Parking Meter

Strategic angle: Ah, a broken meter! A rare chance to park in that crowded shopping area for free. Or is it? Just what can happen if you park in that tempting space?

Briefing: How To Prevent Engine Block Hot Spots

Strategic angle: If your engine is showing signs of overheating, it might have developed hot spots. Here's how to identify and prevent them so you extend your engine's lifespan.

Briefing: Yes, Size Affects Performance (We're Talking About Spark Plugs)

Strategic angle: Fitting bigger spark plugs might sound like a recipe for improving power output, but it can have catastrophic consequences for your engine.

Briefing: Isuzu Built A D-Max Racer And Priced It Below Cost, But You Better Hurry If You Want One

Strategic angle: Only 15 of these race-ready D-Max trucks will be built, priced below cost as Isuzu tries to seed its own racing series.

Briefing: Why Toyota Ditched The Blue Badges For Its Hybrids

Strategic angle: Toyota's blue badges, introduced with the Prius in 2009, have been quietly removed. Here's the reason behind the change.

Briefing: Man Keeps His License Plate On The Dash. Then Learns The Chilling Reason This Is A Bad Idea: 'I See This EVERY DAY'

Strategic angle: 'God forbid...'

Briefing: Stellantis Tipped Off Ford About A Dealer, And Both Found The Same 81 Vehicles Financed Twice

Strategic angle: The Iowa dealership is accused of multiple malpractices, including fraud and defaulting on repayments.

Briefing: Why This One-Off Steel-Bodied Corvette Looks Suspiciously Ferrari-Esque

Strategic angle: This 1963 Corvette had a pedigree far different from its fiberglass-bodied brethren: American at its heart, but with a background of Italian design influences.

Briefing: The Manual Gearbox Didn’t Just Decline, It Nearly Halved In Five Years

Strategic angle: Even in the UK, stick-shifts are becoming a niche hobby as automatics quietly take over.

Briefing: ‘Literal Biggest Fear As A Mechanic’: Honda Driver Gets Her Tires Worked On. Then A Wheel Goes Flying Off

Strategic angle: A mechanic's worst nightmare comes true when a wheel detaches during a routine tire service.

Briefing: CERN Scientists Take Antimatter On Its Very First Road Trip

Strategic angle: This is an important step toward enabling other research facilities around Europe to participate in antimatter research.

Briefing: How Bridgestone Tires Stack Up Against Michelin According To Consumer Reports

Strategic angle: Bridgestone used to be a top contender in the world of tires, but can its modern incarnation stand up to Michelin? Consumer Reports has the answer.

Briefing: If You’ve Been Squinting Through Oncoming Traffic At Night, You’re Not Imagining It

Strategic angle: AAA survey shows most drivers struggle with headlight glare, with many saying the problem has worsened in recent years.

Briefing: ‘The Jetta. This Mazda’: Man Denied Car Loan. Then A Salesman Reveals Which Makes The Bank Is Likely To Actually Approve Next Time

Strategic angle: 'Now, these ain’t no 2026 Maybachs and, you know, AMGs.'

Briefing: Bentley Hasn’t Shown The Barnato SUV’s Face Yet, So We Did It For Them

Strategic angle: Camouflaged prototypes have already appeared, and everything we know points to a Bentley SUV unlike anything the brand has built before.

Briefing: Chevy Introduced Turbocharging To The Masses With A Car Ralph Nader Hated

Strategic angle: General Motors tried to bring turbocharging to the mainstream in 1962, introducing the rear-engined Chevrolet Corvair. But Ralph Nader had other ideas.

Briefing: Elon Once Called BYD A Joke. The 2026 Sealion 8 PHEV Disagrees | Review

Strategic angle: The Sealion 8 is an upmarket three-row SUV, and it could be the most impressive yet.

Briefing: What's The Difference Between An Idler Pulley And A Tensioner Pulley?

Strategic angle: If you're even remotely interested in wrenching, you've probably heard of idler and tensioner pulleys, but if you're unsure which is which, step right this way.

Briefing: Why Toyota Only Built Two Convertible 2000GTs

Strategic angle: The Toyota 2000GT was rare, even when it was new, but the convertibles were so scarce just two were ever made. We decided to find out exactly why.

Briefing: This Lamborghini Repair Started At $1,200 Until The Mechanic Found The $40 Ford Part Inside It

Strategic angle: A mechanic fixed an Aventador's EVAP leak for $100 by using a $40 Ford Focus part where Lamborghini wanted over $1,200.

Briefing: ‘A Month Later’: Man Buys Brand-New Jeep. Then He Gets A Shocking Call From The Dealership

Strategic angle: 'I would be mad if I was the other person.'

Briefing: World Record For The Longest Line (Of Cheesesteak Sandwiches) Set At Philadelphia Airport

Strategic angle: All these Philly cheesesteaks lined up to set the record at Philadelphia International Airport and only one question remains: Wiz wit or witout?

Briefing: Costco Is Preparing To Open Its First Standalone Gas Station

Strategic angle: With 40 fuel pumps, it will also be Costco's biggest gas station.

Briefing: Chevy Driver Prices Part at NAPA. Then He Goes to O'Reilly: 'Anything But AutoZone'

Strategic angle: 'Way too expensive'

Briefing: Porsche’s Most Flipped 911 Is Making A Comeback

Strategic angle: A second run of Porsche’s lifted 911 is underway, but the most important detail still isn’t being openly shown.

Briefing: Dodge Charger Vs. Challenger: Which Muscle Car Depreciates Faster?

Strategic angle: The Dodge Charger and Challenger are very close in terms of performance. But how much can you expect to pay for a used model, and which one will be cheaper?

Briefing: 2027 Chevy Bolt EV 75 MPH Highway Range Test

Strategic angle: Here’s How America's Cheapest EV Performs.

Briefing: How Bosch's Magneto Ignition Device Made Spark Plugs Possible

Strategic angle: Bosch's innovation paved the way for the development of spark plugs, revolutionizing engine technology.

Briefing: Man Hires Professional To Negotiate Deal On New Toyota. Then A Car Salesman Steps In: 'We Do Things Like That All The Time'

Strategic angle: "I tried buying my Lincoln from you."

Briefing: Your Honda HR-V Can Finally Pull Off The Full Mugen Look

Strategic angle: The Japanese tuner offers plenty of options for the ZR-V in Japan, although power upgrades remain off the table.

Briefing: The Biggest Pros And Cons Of GM's Vortec Engines

Strategic angle: Vortec engines have lasted for over three decades. There are reasons as to why they lasted so long, but there are also reasons as to why they fell out of favor.

Briefing: Was The Ford Explorer Sport Trac Too Early For Its Own Good?

Strategic angle: The Explorer Sport Trac was a strange combo of family-hauling SUV and gear-hauling pickup, but it might've been more successful if it were launched today.

Briefing: Here's How Dyno Tests Actually Work

Strategic angle: Dynamometer tests are used to measure a car's torque and rpm response. But how do they get that information? And how reliable is what they get?

Briefing: How Dodge Transformed The Viper From Twitchy Beast To Predictable Handler

Strategic angle: Dodge made significant adjustments to the Viper's design to improve handling and performance in its second generation.

Briefing: How Complaints From The British Led To Harley-Davidson Creating The XR-750

Strategic angle: The Brits complained that American Motorcyclist Association rules were keeping them from winning races. The fallout led to the birth of a great racing bike.

Briefing: Mustang Driver Does Everything Right And Still Ends Upside Down

Strategic angle: A sudden lane change leads to a tire-to-tire impact that sends a Mustang airborne and upside down in seconds.

Briefing: Here's What Happens To All Those IndyCar Tires After A Race

Strategic angle: IndyCar tires are supplied by Firestone, with the latest season using over 32,000. What exactly is the fate of all those tires once the race is over?

Briefing: Yes, You Can Wrap Your Keys In Aluminum Foil To Prevent Car Theft, But There Are Better Ways

Strategic angle: Wrapping your key fob in foil does help protect your car, but it's annoying to unwrap and rewrap your fob every time you use it. Let's talk about other methods.

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Discount Tire Worker Tells Woman It’s Too Dangerous To Just Replace 1 Tire. But When She Responds, He Does Something Unexpected

'I’m sorry, we only have money for the one tire.'

Briefing: Manhart Found 180 HP BMW Left Sitting In The M5 Touring’s Engine Bay

Strategic angle: Manhart's MH5 900E squeezes 897 hp from the BMW M5 Touring using upgraded turbos, a new exhaust, and revised software.

Briefing: What's The Difference Between Honda B-Series And K-Series Engines?

Strategic angle: Honda's B-Series and K-Series engines are popular among wrenching enthusiasts, but there are compelling reasons for choosing one over the other.

Briefing: Every Ford X Original Grain Wristwatch Ranked (From Merely Ugly To Unwearably Awful)

Strategic angle: Ford and wood-watch manufacturer Original Grain have collaborated on some branded wrist watches and they're pretty tough to look at.

Briefing: Kia’s $30K EV3 Keeps Creeping Closer To America Without Anyone Saying It’s Coming

Strategic angle: A reader in Mexico photographed a heavily camouflaged Kia EV3 prototype, raising questions about North American plans.

Briefing: Mechanic Puts Honda Pilot On Lift. Then He Gives The Universal Signal That The Problem Is Much, Much Worse: ‘You Ain’t Lying’

Strategic angle: A mechanic reveals alarming issues with a Honda Pilot, signaling serious trouble ahead.

Briefing: If License Plate Reading Cameras Are Legal, Why Is California Border Patrol Hiding Them?

Strategic angle: Local residents express concerns over hidden surveillance tracking citizens aiding refugees.

Briefing: Every Minivan Is Cool And Here's The Proof

Strategic angle: Minivans tend to get a bad rap in the world of auto enthusiasts. However, these roomy vehicles are actually very cool. Here's why we think minivans are rad.

Briefing: Subaru Still Builds A Manual 4WD Truck, But You Can’t Have It

Strategic angle: Subaru updates its Sambar kei truck with smarter collision detection and an optional 9-inch screen, starting from just $6,800 in Japan.

Briefing: These Harley-Davidsons Are The Brand's Most Affordable Bikes

Strategic angle: Competition with cheap Chinese bikes is heating up, and Harley-Davidson is getting ready to join that fray. Meanwhile, here are the least expensive Harleys.

Briefing: 'My Worst Nightmares': Mechanic Works On Car. Then He Realizes He'll Have To Address The Drum Brakes

Strategic angle: "The average mechanic's greatest nemesis."

Briefing: Chrysler Playing With The Idea Of Bringing Back A Sedan To Double Its Lineup Size

Strategic angle: There's a roadmap laid out to revive the brand that'll be revealed during an upcoming investor presentation in May.

Briefing: Speed Limits Are Outdated, And We All Know It

Strategic angle: Modern cars stop shorter, handle better, and protect occupants far more effectively than the vehicles most speed limits were originally designed around.

Briefing: Here's How Much A 2021 Honda Pilot Has Depreciated In 5 Years

Strategic angle: You like the 2026 Honda Pilot, but it's outside of your budget? Here's how much the 2021 model has depreciated over five years and how it compares to rivals.

Briefing: Bank Denies Man For Car Loan. Then An Expert Says It's Not About His Money Or Credit. It's About His Profession

Strategic angle: "If you have one of these jobs, the likelihood of you getting a car loan is probably pretty low..."

Briefing: Honk If You Hate Elon, But After 57 Weeks, One Ohio City Found Its Limit

Strategic angle: Anti-Musk protests outside Tesla service center spark showdown over horns, noise, and drivers’ rights in Lyndhurst

Briefing: Why Did Jaguar Switch From A V12 To A Twin-Turbo V6 In The XJ220?

Strategic angle: Jaguar's XJ220 promised incredible speed and power from a robust V12. Unfortunately, certain circumstances forced the brand to use a V6 instead.

Briefing: What's The Difference Between Platinum And Double Platinum Spark Plugs?

Strategic angle: Platinum spark plugs are already a step up from copper. Double platinum plugs might seem like a straightforward upgrade, but it's not as simple as it seems.

Briefing: The 2026 Nissan Armada NISMO Is Exactly What It Looks Like | Review

Strategic angle: The Armada NISMO stands out visually, yet struggles to justify its $79,530 price tag on the road.

Briefing: Volvo's Redblock Engine Is Basically Sweden's Chevy Small-Block

Strategic angle: Volvo's redblock engine remains a celebrated piece of automotive engineering long after its production ended.

Briefing: AMG’s GT SUV Could Be The Least Mercedes-Looking Car Mercedes Has Ever Made

Strategic angle: Mercedes-AMG pushes deeper into electrification with a striking GT SUV that pairs dramatic design with huge power.

Briefing: This Harbor Freight Storage System Will Revolutionize Your Garage Organization

Strategic angle: Nothing kills the momentum of a DIY project faster than a missing tool. Harbor Freight's Bauer modular storage system might be just what you need, here's why.

Briefing: Woman Sees Jaguar Listed On CarGurus. Then She Goes To Test Drive It—And Learns Something Shocking About The Price

Strategic angle: A surprising revelation awaits a woman who test drives a Jaguar after finding it online.

Briefing: Toyota’s $15,800 Pickup Went To Bangkok And Came Back Looking Like A Brabus

Strategic angle: A Brabus-influenced body kit and rooftop LEDs have transformed Toyota's most affordable pickup truck into a legitimate motor show attraction.

Briefing: China's EV Companies Aren't Just Making Great Cars. They're Making Money

Strategic angle: While American and European rivals bleed cash transitioning to EVs, a new crop of Chinese EV startups are in the black.

Briefing: BMW Pioneered Range Extended EVs. Now It’s Not So Sure

Strategic angle: The Bavarian automaker is open to extended-range EVs, but it hasn’t decided whether it will jump on to the growing trend in the U.S.

Briefing: Woman Gets Into A Fender Bender. Then She Gets Her Oil Changed And Learns Something Unusual: 'That's Not From The Accident'

Strategic angle: "Could be from the accident or..."

Briefing: Drivers Can Now Flash This Blue Envelope To Washington Cops Instead Of Trying To Explain Themselves

Strategic angle: The blue envelope program aims to reduce traffic stop confusion while keeping the same driving standards.

Briefing: 'I’ll Zelle You': Man Buys Ford Focus. Then He Cancels The Warranty—And Tries To Get His Money Back

Strategic angle: A man's attempt to cancel a warranty on a used Ford Focus raises questions about consumer rights.

Briefing: Why Your Next Car Might Soon Need 300GB Of RAM

Strategic angle: For Level 4 autonomy to be a reality, cars may look like mobile data centers with massive demands for memory.

Briefing: High Mileage Vs. High Mileage Extended Performance Oil: Which Should You Use?

Strategic angle: Choosing the right motor oil for cars with over 75,000 miles can be confusing. Here's what you need to know.

Briefing: Dealership Owner Sells One Of His Mechanics A Low-Cost Honda. Then Things Get Shady: 'This Can Go Both Ways'

Strategic angle: 'Take the car back.'

Briefing: BMW Should Have Put The M3 V8 In A Mini, But Since They Didn't I'm Glad This One Exists

Strategic angle: The Mini wasn't built with large-displacement engines in mind, but that doesn't stop this big BMW V8 from looking right at home in the tiny engine bay.

Briefing: One Of Ken Block’s Most Personal Competition Cars Just Hit The Market

Strategic angle: A 1978 compact Ford raced by Ken Block is now for sale, packing a 9,000-rpm Millington engine and a Rocket Bunny widebody kit.

Briefing: The G-Wagen’s Carbon Fiber Diet Is Not Working, Doctors Baffled

Strategic angle: The G-Wagen just got a sharp new aftermarket treatment that goes heavy on pre-preg carbon without tipping into Mansory territory.

Briefing: A Man Spent $160,000 On A BYD And Watched It Try To Drive Into Oncoming Traffic

Strategic angle: BYD’s God’s Eye driver-assist system is facing complaints as glitches emerge across a number of vehicles.

Briefing: Mercedes Is Revealing Three SUVs At Once, And One May Land With A New V8

Strategic angle: The facelifted GLS and GLE will sport new grilles, starry lights, and an updated interior

Briefing: VW’s Struggles Has Led It To A Very Unexpected Conversation About The Iron Dome

Strategic angle: The Osnabrück plant loses its last car model in 2027, and the company is now in talks with Israel's Rafael about what comes next.

Briefing: 'You’ve Been Lying To Us': Woman Pays $2,300 For Routine Repair At Meineke. Then She Asks For The Keys

Strategic angle: "I came for an oil leak."

Briefing: Jeep’s New Cherokee Is Already In Trouble, And A Court Is Now Involved

Strategic angle: Cherokee production was temporarily halted this month as a supplier stopped delivering parts due to a pricing feud.

Briefing: Jim Farley Went Camping With Ford Owners In Australia And Made A Multibillion-Dollar Call

Strategic angle: Jim Farley drove 300 miles through Queensland, camped with Ranger owners, and returned with a multibillion-dollar decision for Ford's global lineup.

Briefing: Koenigsegg Gemera Production Has Finally Begun

Strategic angle: The Gemera was first unveiled in 2020. Now, six years later, this four-passenger hypercar enters production.

Briefing: Driving 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE And GLS Prototypes In The Desert Fulfilled My Childhood Dream

Strategic angle: Blasting down roads like the ones in 'One Battle After Another' was the cherry on top.

Briefing: Acura Builds Itself A 40th Birthday Present To Celebrate Its IMSA-Winning Heritage

Strategic angle: It looks period correct, and more importantly, it looks like a hoot and a half to drive.

Briefing: These Were The First Cars Ever Made By The World's Best-Known Automakers

Strategic angle: Where did it all start? Join us as we trace the lineage of some of the world's best-known automakers back to their very first vehicles.

Briefing: Three Million Teslas A Year By 2030 Is The Bet. Twenty-Three Firms Made It.

Strategic angle: Analysts expect Tesla sales to nearly double by 2030, but Q1 2026 forecasts suggest slower growth, at least for now.

Briefing: Man Shops For Used Cars On Facebook Marketplace. Then He Realizes The New Settings Are A Game-Changer

Strategic angle: 'I wish we had this feature on Zillow.'

Briefing: Porsche Just Gave ICE Cayenne Buyers The Answer They’ve Been Waiting For

Strategic angle: The next-generation Cayenne could have a lot in common with the redesigned Audi Q7

Briefing: There Are Five Ways To Open The BMW i7's Doors

Strategic angle: You can get the BMW 7 Series with doors that automatically open, and it's a real Sophie's Choice of how to do so.

Briefing: The Huracan’s V10 Could Live On With This 1,500 HP Norwegian Supercar

Strategic angle: At 3,139 lbs and 1,500 hp, the Strada R³ is Zyrus Engineering's loudest argument yet for keeping the V10 alive.

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Briefing: Ford Mustang EcoBoost Gets Retro Upgrade Package With Bronze Wheels

Strategic angle: Ford is making just 550 of them.

Briefing: Ram's New America250 Special Editions Are Nonpartisan And Apolitical, And Don't You Dare Suggest They Aren't

Strategic angle: Ram boss Tim Kuniskis would probably prefer it if you ignore just how MAGA America250 has become.

Briefing: This Is How Long You Could Run An Electric Car On The Astrophage From 'Project Hail Mary' If It Were Real

Strategic angle: Obviously it's fictional, but what if you could actually run a car on this stuff?

Briefing: McLaren Reveals That A Software Glitch Bricked Lando Norris' Battery

Strategic angle: The battery failure has already put Norris in a precarious position during the season's early stages.

Briefing: "Leno's Law" Emissions Bill Is Back, And Might Even Pass This Time

Strategic angle: California Bill 1392 brings Leno's Law back before the state Senate, this time with renewed language.

Briefing: GM Is Ditching A Transmission Everyone Hates, And The Equinox Is First In Line

Strategic angle: Shifting away from a CVT could help Chevy improve fuel efficiency with several of its SUVs

Briefing: Amazon Autos Will Throw In A $1,250 Gift Card If You Buy A New Car Through Them

Strategic angle: Get a $1,250 gift card with your new Hyundai purchase from Amazon Autos.

Briefing: AMG Dropped Its V8. Sounds Like Genesis’ GV70 Magma Picked It Up

Strategic angle: A quad-exhaust GV70 Magma prototype filmed in South Korea sounds unmistakably like a V8 is under the hood.

Briefing: Acura's Rad Integra Tribute Race Car Still Has Its Original Engine

Strategic angle: Midlife Crisis Mode Activated: Acura turned 40 years old today and decided to build an awesome retro race car.

Briefing: Jeep Gives The 2027 Renegade A Fresh Face, But The Biggest Upgrade Is Hidden Inside

Strategic angle: The refreshed SUV lands in South America with a new dashboard, wireless charging, and mild-hybrid power that improves fuel economy.

Briefing: These Are The Driving Habits You're Changing Now That Gas Is So Expensive

Strategic angle: Gas prices in the U.S. and around the world are skyrocketing at the moment with no clear end in sight, and our readers have some tips of how to deal with it.

Briefing: USPS Just Created A Brand New Fee Because Of The War In Iran

Strategic angle: Starting April 26, shipping parcels through the postal service will cost 8 percent more, with many retailers expected to pass the increase to customers.

New EV sales drop 28% in Q1 2026, but used EVs surge 12% to near-record levels

Strategic angle: The US electric vehicle market has split into two diverging realities. New EV sales cratered 28% year-over-year in Q1 2026 to just 212,600 units, according to new data from Cox Automotive — but used EV sales surged 12% t

Briefing: Ram Celebrates America With Three Special Edition Trucks

Strategic angle: They are available only in red, white, and blue exterior colors.

Briefing: America, Truck Yeah! Ram Built The Truck The Fourth Of July Would Drive

Strategic angle: The America250 editions wrap themselves in patriotism thanks to American flag graphics and red, white, and blue seats.

Briefing: CarMax Sold Cars Buyers Couldn’t Legally Own For Months At A Time

Strategic angle: Prosecutors say the used-car retail giant repeatedly delayed ownership paperwork, leaving thousands of buyers without legal title.

Briefing: 'Aluminess Make This Right': Woman Tries To Use Her Car's Lifetime Warranty. Then A Worker Tells Her Something Unexpected

Strategic angle: "What does a lifetime warranty actually mean?"

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Toyota Confirms The Celica Sports Name And AWD In One Shot

Turbocharged 2.0-liter hybrid power and all-wheel drive are on the cards for the legendary Toyota coupe’s return.

Briefing: Your Insurance Deemed Your Car Totaled: Now What?

Strategic angle: Once your car is totaled, you enter a world where you're not in control of it. And you may find that what the insurance company pays you isn't enough.

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Jeep Recalls Over 11,000 Wagoneer S Models For Rear Liftgate Issue

The rear hinge covers could detach, causing a hazard in the road for other motorists.

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Uber aims to launch Europe’s first robotaxi service with Pony AI and Verne

Uber partners with Pony AI and Verne to introduce a pioneering robotaxi service in Europe, currently being tested in Zagreb.

Briefing: VW’s Chinese Full-Size SUV Took 2 Years To Create And Costs The Same As A RAV4

Strategic angle: A pair of electric motors combine to deliver 496 hp, making the ID. Unyx 08 quite a tempting proposition.

Briefing: The Ghost Camaro Got Humanitarian Aid Into A War Zone When The United Nations Could Not

Strategic angle: Helge Meyer navigated a blockade in an iconic Camaro to deliver aid where traditional channels failed.

Briefing: Only Nine Argento Nurburgring Enzos Exist, And One Just Hit The Market

Strategic angle: The last Ferrari halo car built without electrification is heading to auction in one of its rarest configurations, and the estimate starts at $5.5 million.

Briefing: Cupra Gave The Tavascan New Screens And Air Vents That Think For Themselves

Strategic angle: The updated Cupra Tavascan also adds a new 188 hp entry-level trim with roughly 270 miles of claimed range.

Briefing: Reserve Deputy Sues VW After A Gun In His Car Got Him Fired From Chattanooga Plant

Strategic angle: A Hamilton County deputy claims VW violated state gun laws by terminating him over a weapon found in a parking lot.

Briefing: Someone At Mercedes Decided The GLC Needed Over 900 HP And A Trick Spoiler

Strategic angle: A pop-up roof spoiler is not something you typically find on a school-run SUV, but the AMG version of the GLC is clearly not that kind of vehicle.

Briefing: 2027 Infiniti QX65 Revealed: A More Stylish Tow-Row SUV Option

Strategic angle: The new two-row crossover will go on sale this summer.

Briefing: 2027 Infiniti QX65's Most Interesting Attributes Are Its Red Paint And Headrests

Strategic angle: It's a coupe version of the QX60 crossover, featuring a powerful variable-compression turbocharged engine.

Briefing: New QX65 Revives The FX Formula Infiniti Abandoned Seven Years Ago

Strategic angle: The stylish crossover coupe is based on the QX60 and comes nicely equipped, especially in range-topping Autograph guise.

Briefing: Toyota Driver Brings His Motor Oil To O’Reilly. Then He Brings Something Else Too: 'We All Know'

Strategic angle: "We all know we can bring the oil."

Briefing: Here’s The New ID. Polo And Polo GTI Before Volkswagen Wanted You To See Them

Strategic angle: Several pictures of the hatchbacks have surfaced ahead of the official debut this spring.

Briefing: Elon Musk Could Legally Help Struggling TSA Agents Get Paid With This One Weird Trick

Strategic angle: Musk's potential donation to a union's hardship fund could provide financial relief for TSA agents.

Briefing: Florida Man Crashes Ford Mustang Through Airport Fence, Nearly Hits A Taxiing Plane, Then Tries Entering It

Strategic angle: A highly-intoxicated Florida man attempted to access planes at Daytona International Airport after crashing his Mustang through a fence.

Briefing: Magnus Walker Outlaw Collection Outperforms Pre-Auction Estimates

Strategic angle: RM Sotheby's saw $2 million in sales across 160 lots, which includes 16 complete cars.

Briefing: Florida Can’t Explain Its Own License Plate Frame Law, So A Federal Court Will

Strategic angle: Drivers risk jail over license plate frames under a new Florida law now facing a constitutional challenge.

Briefing: Lamborghini CEO Says It's 'Missing A Grand Touring Car,' But Has No Interest In A Sedan Or Another SUV

Strategic angle: Lamborghini aims to enhance its lineup but is not looking to enter the sedan or SUV markets.

Briefing: Waymo Has Doubled Its Weekly Ridership In Under A Year

Strategic angle: Waymo said on Thursday that it is handling 500,000 driverless rides per week across the U.S.

Briefing: We Need To Escape Our Family Hauler For Something Bigger! What Car Do We Buy?

Strategic angle: Jesse wants to help his wife replace her old Ford Escape. She needs something bigger with three rows. With a budget up to $50,000, what car should she buy?

Briefing: Luft Toyko Showcases Porsche Love In A Stunning Setting

Strategic angle: A retired stretch of Tokyo expressway proved the perfect backdrop for peering at pristine parked Porsches.

Briefing: A Tiny Capacitor Lexus Forgot Is Now Costing 144,000 Owners An Afternoon

Strategic angle: Lexus's backup camera recall covers four models and multiple years, though hybrid variants are not among those affected.

Briefing: Car owners turn to EVs as 30-40% of Gulf energy capacity is destroyed

Strategic angle: France’s Finance Minister confirmed significant damage to Gulf refining capacity, impacting global oil markets.

Briefing: Here's How Our Readers Are Doing

Strategic angle: It's good to know so many of you are keeping your travel and car dreams alive.

Briefing: Americans Just Handed BMW A Wagon Business Case It Wasn’t Expecting

Strategic angle: Style is driving US wagon sales more than practicality, and BMW thinks that formula could justify more Touring models here.

Briefing: Ferrari’s Boss Admits Your Car’s Touch Controls Were Never About You

Strategic angle: Ferrari plans more physical buttons in its EV after its CEO revealed why automakers pushed touch interfaces.

Briefing: Tesla's New Folding Supercharger Units Cut Installation Time In Half

Strategic angle: The company’s prefabricated stations now sit on a hinged base that can fit more stalls than before.

Briefing: Baby Mercedes G-Class Spied, And It Looks Exactly Like You Imagined

Strategic angle: Another money printer is on the way.

Briefing: New Ford Mustang EcoBoost TLD Signature Edition Has Amazing Retro Graphics, And Only 550 Will Be Made

Strategic angle: The graphics were created by Troy Lee Designs, who has been painting helmets for race car drivers for decades.

Briefing: Ford Dragged An Upgraded Mustang GTD Back To The ‘Ring After The Corvette Kicked Its Ass

Strategic angle: Eight months after the Corvette ZR1X beat the Mustang GTD at the Nurburgring, Ford appears to have responded.

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Class 6 Vs. Class 8 Semi Trucks: What Are The Differences Between Them?

Understanding the key distinctions between Class 6 and Class 8 semi trucks is crucial for drivers and fleet operators.

Briefing: Volkswagen Admits Defeat And Pulls Skoda From China

Strategic angle: The drastic decision is a consequence of collapsing sales.

Briefing: Mercedes Explains Where The V12 Survives And Where It's Dead

Strategic angle: The company's biggest engine is gone from Europe and other markets.

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Briefing: Ferrari Recalls 80 12Cilindris Due to Illegal Window Tint

Strategic angle: Ferrari has issued a recall for 80 of its 12Cilindri models after mistakenly equipping them with window tint that exceeds federal limits.

Briefing: The Mercedes SL Is Getting A Facelift, And The Headlights Are The Least Interesting Part

Strategic angle: The updated Mercedes SL will likely launch with the company's new flat-plane crank 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8.

Briefing: The Buyers Of These 65 Stolen Luxury Cars Are About To Have A Very Bad Day

Strategic angle: Investigators say stolen Ferraris, BMWs, and Mercedes were given clean titles and sold to unsuspecting buyers.

Briefing: There’s A Lot More To The 2027 BMW 7-Series Facelift Than A New Face

Strategic angle: The facelifted flagship adopts a sportier front end and a revamped interior with Panoramic iDrive.

Briefing: Trump Rejects Another Offer To Pay TSA Agents, This Time From Elon Musk Himself

Strategic angle: The Trump administration declined Elon Musk's offer to fund TSA agents due to legal concerns.

Briefing: Dallara Built This One-Off In Secret, And Now You Can Own It

Strategic angle: With a centrally mounted seat and 400 hp, this pandemic-era Dallara one-off is more focused than anything the Italian firm has built for the road.

Briefing: What's The Difference Between Satin And Glossy Paint Protection Film?

Strategic angle: Explore the unique qualities of satin and glossy paint protection films for your vehicle.

Briefing: Apple Maps Spent 14 Years Earning Your Trust. Now It Wants To Earn Something Else

Strategic angle: Ads will start showing up in search results in the United States and Canada this summer.

Briefing: Musk Said The U.S. Wouldn’t Get This Tesla. Texas Factory Footage Disagrees

Strategic angle: Drone footage from Giga Texas reveals a strange prototype that resembles China’s extended Model Y L.

Briefing: Man Who Is 'Just Researching' Test-Drives New Nissans

Strategic angle: A unique connection forms between a curious customer and a salesman, highlighting the human side of car shopping.

Briefing: The Rarest Emira Coming To America Has A Name From The Dark Side

Strategic angle: The 2026 Emira brings back a name last seen on the 2009 Exige and pairs it with Cup 2 tires and sport suspension.

Briefing: Cupra CEO: Market Needs To 'Stabilize' Before Entering US

Strategic angle: It likely won’t happen anytime soon.

Briefing: GM’s China Sales Are Down 75%, And The Clock Running Out Isn’t One It Controls

Strategic angle: GM is relaunching Buick and Cadillac in China as EVs, inside a joint venture that expires in 2027 with no renewal confirmed.

Briefing: 'I Thought I Had Time': Woman Goes To Pep Boys For Tire Rotation. Then She Confesses Something To The Worker And He Laughs At Her

Strategic angle: 'So now my car is making a funny smell...'

Briefing: NASA Wants Twice-Yearly Flurry Of Missions To Build Moon Base

Strategic angle: NASA is gradually becoming a government-funding chamber of space commerce.

Briefing: United Airlines Will Give You A Lie-Flat Bed — If You Buy Three Economy Seats

Strategic angle: United plans on offering Relax Row seating on over 200 Boeing 787 and 777 planes by 2030.

Briefing: Cyclists, A BMW, A Corvette, And A Bottle Turned A California Bike Lane Into A Mess Nobody Walks Away From Clean

Strategic angle: Footage from Orange County shows drivers and cyclists clashing in a confrontation that could have ended far worse.

Briefing: The Aston Martin Vanquish Celebrates 25 Years Of Beautiful Speed

Strategic angle: The flagship super GT has evolved across three generations, delivering serious style and excellent performance.

Briefing: Subaru Finally Connects Its Two Best Ideas In One Vehicle

Strategic angle: The first Wilderness Hybrid debuts at the New York Auto Show and will likely be based on the Forester.

Briefing: Don't Worry, They're Just Running Out Of Petrol In Australia

Strategic angle: Australian officials are recommending working from home and reducing speeds while driving, as some stations run out of diesel and certain grades of gasoline.

Briefing: LaGuardia's Runway Warning System Didn't Activate Before Fatal Crash Because The Firetruck Didn't Have A Transponder

Strategic angle: Investigation reveals critical failure in safety protocols at LaGuardia Airport.

Briefing: Ford’s F-150 Faces Multiple Issues Impacting Sales in Australia

Strategic angle: Steering, lighting, and sales problems plague Ford's F-150, leading to declining popularity against competitors.

Briefing: These Are Your Favorite Cars From Dead Brands

Strategic angle: Could you imagine how sick a 2026 Pontiac GTO would be? Imagine it once and then never think about it again, it's too painful.

Briefing: Chrysler Could Get A Sedan Back, But It Might Not Be Like You Remember It

Strategic angle: Chrysler’s future comes into focus as Stellantis exec hints at new sedan-like models with a practical, crossover-inspired twist

Briefing: Subaru's Next EV Will Be A Powerful SUV

Strategic angle: It will have 420 horsepower and the automaker’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive.

Briefing: You Can Actually JB Weld A Broken Connecting Rod Back Together In A Pinch

Strategic angle: What can't JB Weld do?

Briefing: These Car Brands Aren't Making It Through The Next Recession

Strategic angle: A look at the car brands that may struggle to survive the upcoming economic downturn.

Briefing: What Are The Biggest Differences Between Jet Drive And Sterndrive Boat Engines?

Strategic angle: Jet drive and sterndrive engines differ in more than just how they're propelled. Each has strengths and weaknesses that make it better for specific scenarios.

Briefing: This Formula Road Car Gets Around US Registration Rules With One Simple Trick

Strategic angle: The unique Formula-inspired Ryn FP3 will apparently be road legal in all 50 states thanks to a clever trick.

Briefing: Our First Look At The Mercedes Built To Fix Everything Wrong With The AMG EQE

Strategic angle: The 2028 Mercedes-AMG E-Class EQ has been spied and it could have around 900 hp.

Briefing: The Sheriff Has A Joke Ready For The Mustang Driver Who Did 130 mph

Strategic angle: Police called off a 130-mph pursuit, found the Mustang later, and seized it when the owner refused to cooperate.

Briefing: John Wayne's Custom Hunting Ride Was Dubbed 'War Wagon' — Go On, Guess What It Was

Strategic angle: No ordinary vehicle would do for The Duke. The mods to this ride included raising the roof by six inches to accommodate his height and trademark Stetson.

Briefing: Salesman Saves Ex-Military Man From Costly Car Mistake

Strategic angle: A Hyundai dealer's act of kindness prevents a costly error for a veteran.

Briefing: The Xiaomi SU7 Was Already Dominating The Market. Reviewers Say The Updated Version Is Even Better

Strategic angle: Tech giant Xiaomi continues to impress with the updated SU7, building on its initial success.

Editorial Staff Updated 26 days ago

Mercedes-AMG Teases 'The Most Extreme Black Series Ever'

The street-legal version will be a homologation special for the new GT3 race car.

Briefing: Ford Recalls Over 262,000 Vehicles, Including Some It Already Tried To Fix

Strategic angle: Plant level mistakes and botched repairs highlight Ford's continuing quality crisis

Briefing: More Cars Get IIHS Top Safety Pick Awards Despite Tougher 2026 Rules

Strategic angle: Even with tougher testing standards, this year from the IIHS, there are more vehicles available in 2026 that receive the coveted Top Safety Pick+ award.

Briefing: The Kia EV2 Is Another Cool, Small, Affordable EV That You Can't Have

Strategic angle: It's not hard to find a great $30,000 EV. Unless you live in America, that is.

Briefing: Why You Should Still Use Your Blinker Even In Dedicated Turn Lanes

Strategic angle: Many drivers neglect to use their blinkers, even in dedicated turn lanes. Understanding the importance of signaling can enhance road safety.

Briefing: Man Goes To Walmart. Then He Tries To Buy Valvoline Oil: 'Check Lowe’s'

Strategic angle: "Get the NAPA house brand..."

Briefing: Kia Pulls Some Tellurides From Sale Over Defect Linked To Child Death In Palisade

Strategic angle: Hyundai and Kia recall Palisade and Telluride Hybrid SUVs after power rear seats may fail to detect occupants.

Briefing: Chevrolet May Ditch One Of Its Most Hated Transmissions: Report

Strategic angle: Chevrolet is allegedly swapping the Equinox’s CVT for an eight-speed automatic in the front-wheel-drive model.

Editorial Staff Updated 26 days ago

Maybach Is Building The Ultra-Luxury Vehicle Rolls-Royce Will Never Make

The new Mercedes-Maybach VLS was previewed by the Vision V and promises to have a lounge-like interior.

Briefing: Rolls-Royce Is Offering Something It Says The Super-Luxury World Has Never Seen Before

Strategic angle: The automaker's new invite-only club will give its VIP customer access to the design and development of their exclusive new ride.

Briefing: Mazda's Most Popular SUV Could Get A Rugged Upgrade: Report

Strategic angle: Mazda program manager Koichiro Yamaguchi said the company is open to the idea of an off-road version of the CX-5.

Briefing: The Maybach S-Class Now Has A Logo That Glows, A Logo That Floats, And A Logo That Watches You Leave

Strategic angle: Mercedes refreshed the Maybach S-Class with MB.OS, generative AI, illuminated trim, and absurd luxury touches.

Briefing: The 1996 Honda Civic: A Powerful CVT Option

Strategic angle: Discover how the 1996 Honda Civic stood out with its CVT, offering speed and power that rivaled traditional automatics.

Briefing: GM Is Testing Eyes-Free Driving In Michigan And California

Strategic angle: We're looking at GM's newest autonomy tests, as well as the return of the EV in the European market and more.

Briefing: Lamborghini's Next Model Won't Be Another SUV

Strategic angle: CEO Stephan Winkelmann reveals plans for a grand touring car, potentially named the Lanzador.

Briefing: 18-Year-Old Metro Detroit Pothole Filler Shows The City How To Do Their Job

Strategic angle: Young Chamy posted the video in an effort to bring attention to the pothole issue, and it seems to have worked.

Briefing: Maybach Rethinks What The New S-Class Should Look Like After Dark

Strategic angle: Mercedes has wasted no time teasing a facelifted Maybach S-Class draped in glowing badges, vertical grille slats, and enough illuminated branding to light a small runway.

Briefing: Mechanic Shocked by Rust on 2020 Chevrolet Traverse

Strategic angle: A mechanic's surprising discovery highlights the impact of location on vehicle condition.

Briefing: The Tesla Semi Might Get Automated And Wireless Charging

Strategic angle: Two company executives revealed that the Tesla Semi could potentially charge wirelessly in the future.

Briefing: What To Do If A Dealer Won't Let You Take A Test Drive

Strategic angle: A test drive is one of the most important steps when it comes to buying a car. But what if the dealer doesn't let you drive the vehicle? Here's what to do.

Briefing: Private Company Wants To Bag House-Sized Asteroid For Resources

Strategic angle: Science fiction might be becoming science reality: Putting a big net up in space, then using it to catch asteroids, and mine them for valuable materials.

Briefing: You're Not Ready For Just How Small The Smallest RV Is

Strategic angle: RVs are usually thought to be massive behemoths, but a pair of brothers ended up making one that's small enough to fit on the back of a bike.

Briefing: Nearly 1 In 15 Wagoneer S EVs Have A Part That Can Fall Off

Strategic angle: Jeep recalls Wagoneer S EVs to address a potential safety issue affecting 6.7% of vehicles.

Briefing: Two Of China’s Biggest Brands Are Looking To Build A Canadian Dealer Network With One City Leading The Way

Strategic angle: The race is on to establish a presence in Canada for two of China's largest EV manufacturers.

Briefing: Why Shouldn't You Use Multi-Vehicle ATF In Your Automatic Transmission?

Strategic angle: Multi-vehicle automatic transmission fluid might seem convenient, but using specific fluid is crucial for your vehicle's performance.

Briefing: Super Cruise Took Hands Off The Wheel, Now GM Is Testing What Takes Eyes Off The Road

Strategic angle: The new system will debut in the 2028 Cadillac Escalade IQ, allowing drivers to relax and watch a show instead of driving.

Briefing: Utah’s Black Plates Are Doubling In Price, And Much Of It Doesn’t Even Go To Roads

Strategic angle: More than 200,000 black plates have been sold in Utah since 2023, with lawmakers redirecting revenue toward Olympic preparation.

Briefing: W8, What? Someone Is Selling Two Ultra-Rare Volkswagen Passat W8s

Strategic angle: Godspeed to whoever wins either auction, since maintaining these rare machines is a noble pursuit.

Briefing: GM’s 16 Millionth Vehicle In Flint Is Going To A Man With Nearly 1 Million Miles On His Last One

Strategic angle: From the very first Corvettes to heavy-duty trucks, this Michigan factory has seen everything.

Briefing: Tire Salesman of 25 Years Reveals His Favorite Brand for Value. It's Not Who You Think

Strategic angle: 'You could drive those, and it never seems like the tread goes down.'

Briefing: SP40 Restomod Is Built Around The One Ford That Edsel Actually Got Right

Strategic angle: Carbon-bodied SP40 brings the style of Edsel Ford’s one-off speedster to a wider audience

Briefing: Two-Time World Manufacturer Champion DS Automobiles Is Leaving Formula E To Focus On Golf

Strategic angle: DS Automobiles has had significant success in Formula E, but they're leaving the checkered flags behind to pursue flags on the green.

Briefing: Gas Stations Are Running Dry Across One Australian State

Strategic angle: If high prices weren't bad enough, some stations down under are running out of gasoline and diesel.

Briefing: Pep Boys Quotes $280 for Service Job. Then the Driver Realizes Their Estimate Is Way Off: 'Always Double-Check'

Strategic angle: 'That’s why Pep Boys is going out of business.'

Briefing: Trump Turns Down End To Airport Security Nightmare To Keep ICE Running

Strategic angle: The Trump administration is only worsening the already-precarious state of air travel.

Briefing: How Bad Could A Salvage Auction Lamborghini Gallardo Possibly Be?

Strategic angle: This Lamborghini Gallardo is pretty smashed up from some sort of front-end collision, but for the right buyer, it might have a ton of potential.

Briefing: A Jamiroquai Music Video From 1996 Just Inspired A New Revuelto For 2026

Strategic angle: Novitec refines the Revuelto with carbon fiber details, new wheels, and a bump in hybrid V12 performance

Briefing: Rolls-Royce Says Cullinan Owners Can't Use The Back Seats Because The Seat Belts Might Not Be Attached

Strategic angle: Luxury car owners face restrictions due to safety concerns.

Briefing: Subaru’s Biggest Electric Vehicle Yet Looks Exactly How You’d Expect

Strategic angle: The mysterious three-row crossover is likely Subaru's version of the new Toyota Highlander EV

Editorial Staff Updated 27 days ago

Trump threatens to send ICE agents to airports amid TSA funding impasse

President Donald Trump warns of deploying ICE agents to US airports if Congress does not fund airport security amid a government shutdown.

Briefing: Audi's F1 Boss Is Already Leaving For A Rival Team: Report

Strategic angle: Jonathan Wheatley leaves the struggling Audi F1 team to manage the struggling Aston Martin F1 team.

Briefing: Jay Leno Says The Tesla Semi’s Biggest Advantage Isn’t Its Range

Strategic angle: Even though it can drive 500 miles on one charge, it’s the lower running costs that Jay believes will make this electric truck popular.

Briefing: Porsche Was Unstoppable At Sebring Despite Hauling 44 Pounds Of Added Ballast

Strategic angle: The 1-2 victory sealed Porsche's second consecutive 36 Hours of Florida sweep, back-to-back wins at Daytona and Sebring in 2025 and 2026.

Briefing: This Audi UR-Quattro Restomod Has An RS4 Living Inside It

Strategic angle: The classic Audi Quattro returns as a supercharged V8 restomod with Group B S1 styling, over 600 hp and a manual gearbox.

Briefing: 2026 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited Is A Comfortable And Beautiful Reminder That The American Dream Is Dead

Strategic angle: If you have a spare $40,000 sitting in your bank account, go get yourself one of these and road trip it around the country for a month. You won't regret it.

Briefing: NASA Says Screw All This, Is Just Going To Blow Fuel Up Now

Strategic angle: NASA is saying this all with a straight face and pretending this is serious work regarding safety, not merely something it wanted to do because why wouldn't it.

Briefing: Ferrari’s V12 Supercar Has A Shady Little Window Problem In The US

Strategic angle: A simple window spec error has prompted a recall, though the 12Cilindri remains every bit the driver’s supercar it promises to be.

Briefing: These Were The First Major Wrenching Projects Our Readers Attempted

Strategic angle: From reviving a non-running Jaguar XK120 to modifying a Civic, readers share their automotive projects.

Briefing: European Automakers Spent $6 Billion On Tariffs Last Year

Strategic angle: Examining the financial impact of tariffs on European automakers and the growing interest in Chinese EVs among U.S. consumers.

Briefing: Exclusive: Rivian CEO on how its Uber deal came together, and why the AI 'driver' is the future of mobility

Strategic angle: Rivian's CEO discusses the strategic partnership with Uber and the potential of AI in transportation.

Briefing: Jaguar Land Rover’s Design Boss Is Out After Two Decades With No Successor Named

Strategic angle: The man behind modern Range Rovers and the reborn Defender, Gerry McGovern, is starting fresh.

Briefing: Mechanic Changes Oil In His New Lincoln. Then He Notices Something Unusual—And Plastic—Under The Hood: ‘Just Include A New One'

Strategic angle: 'Ford been doing that for years.'

Briefing: 2027 Nissan Z Gets Subtle Refresh With Fairlady-Inspired Styling, And A Manual For The Nismo

Strategic angle: Pricing for the updated Z is not available just yet, but Nissan says it will reach dealership showrooms sometime this summer.

Briefing: Nissan Gave The Z Nismo More Than Just A New Manual For 2027

Strategic angle: The 2027 Z gets a fashionable makeover and some welcome performance tweaks

Briefing: A Paint Shop Worker Asked Reddit What Embargoed Secret Car He Was Painting

Strategic angle: Someone at a German paint shop posted photos of a mystery car and accidentally unveiled Brabus's most ambitious project.

Briefing: Most EV Fast Chargers Are Built In Months. Ionna Just Built One In 5 Days

Strategic angle: The up-and-coming EV charging operator wants to expand fast, so it’s breaking the mould.

Briefing: Toyota Gives The New FJ Cruiser A Retro Makeover You Can't Buy

Strategic angle: Off-road and street versions are shown alongside a camper conversion.

Briefing: Subaru’s New Sports Vehicle Planning Office Teases Lifted BRZ

Strategic angle: The turbocharged rally car has all-wheel drive and a raised suspension.

Briefing: When Did Automakers Start Offering A Smokers Package Instead Of The Lighter And Ashtray?

Strategic angle: The cigarette lighter and ashtray once were in every new car. Then the culture shifted, and these became options automakers could use to make an extra buck.

Briefing: A Corvette That Forgot It Was A Corvette Just Sold For Near-New C8 Money

Strategic angle: A carbon-fiber Targa with LS2 power and Italian-influenced styling just sold for $66,500, odometer mystery and all.

Briefing: ZF 8 Speed Vs. Aisin 8 Speed Transmissions: How Do They Compare?

Strategic angle: A comparison of two leading eight-speed gearboxes from ZF and Aisin.

Briefing: Lexus Driver's 'Clunky' Noise Mystery Solved by Mechanic

Strategic angle: A Lexus owner's complaint leads to a surprising discovery during a routine check.

Briefing: BMW’s Baby SUV Pulls Off The Neue Klasse Look Without The Neue Klasse Commitment

Strategic angle: Refreshed combustion X1 fuses Neue Klasse design cues and infotainment tech with existing ICE platforms

Briefing: GM Patents A 'Daisy Chain' Charger To Juice Up Multiple EVs At Once

Strategic angle: The system could potentially figure out the fastest way to get the cars charged, by prioritizing the cars with the highest voltages.

Briefing: Man Buys Parts From Amazon. Then He Takes His Car To The Mechanic: 'I'm Sorry To Tell You But...'

Strategic angle: "Them Amazon parts..."

Briefing: Immigration Debate Did To AI License Plate Readers What Years Of Privacy Advocacy Couldn’t

Strategic angle: 53 cities across 20 different states have, so far, deactivated or altogether rejected Flock's license plate-reading cameras.

Briefing: His Wife Watched Him Park In All 108 Spots For Nearly Two Years. Now He’s After One With Over 400

Strategic angle: One father of two spent nearly two years methodically parking in every space at his local supermarket, and he already has a bigger car park lined up.

Briefing: Woman Takes Car To The Shop With Brake Issue

Strategic angle: Mechanic reveals a critical warning ignored by the driver: 'Brake Pad Fell Out'

Briefing: Buying Giorgio Armani's Bentley Is The Most Stylish Way To Spend A Hundred Grand

Strategic angle: Giorgio Armani used to cruise around in this rare and lavish left-hand-drive Bentley Brooklands, but now it's up for grabs to the highest bidder.

Briefing: The OG Four-Door Porsche Sports Sedan Wasn't Even Built By Porsche

Strategic angle: More than 40 years before the Panamera went into production, a four-door Porsche had already been conceived. But it was the brainchild of a Texan, not a German.

Briefing: EV Speed Comes At A Price, So Where’s The Sweet Spot?

Strategic angle: A Tesla-owning Youtuber ran the same route at different speeds in his Model Y to see the effect on journey time and efficiency.

Briefing: ‘Mechanik Skill Unlocked’: Man Needs A Torx Bit To Fix A Car. Then He Uses A Simple Trick To Figure Out Which Size

Strategic angle: "You're not a mechanic till..."

Briefing: Genesis Has One Obvious Gap In Its Lineup, And It Has A Bed

Strategic angle: The luxury truck market is booming, and Genesis has the credibility to compete, with our design sketches bringing that premium vision into focus.

Briefing: Do Dirt Roads Even Have Speed Limits?

Strategic angle: Dirt roads can be difficult for some vehicles to drive on, so you might think there's no reason for them to have speed limits. But that's far from the truth.

Briefing: Two Things Bother Us About The 2026 Geely EX5, But The Price Tag Kills Both | Review

Strategic angle: The electric Geely EX5 costs thousands less than a Model Y and makes that gap feel increasingly difficult for Tesla to explain.

Briefing: The '80s Car Feature That Would Fit Perfectly In The AI Hellscape Of Today

Strategic angle: Modern cars are making use of artificial intelligence for plenty of features today, but one feature from the '80s feels like it came from the modern era.

Briefing: Man Buys A Dodge. Then He Claims One Of The Most Famous Designers Ever Worked On It

Strategic angle: "I actually owned one of these."

Briefing: Cadillac Phases Out Torque Badges After 6 Years Of Nobody Understanding What They Mean

Strategic angle: The numeric badges on Cadillac's cars, indicating torque in newton-meters, are being discontinued due to confusion.

Briefing: $50,000 Is The New Normal For Cars, And Inflation Gets Less Blame Than You’d Expect

Strategic angle: Carmakers didn’t stumble into higher prices, they followed the money, and it shows

Briefing: Cheaper Than A Porsche: 8 Affordable Sports Cars That Deliver Track-Level Thrills

Strategic angle: Porsche makes some great sports cars, but these vehicles come at a premium price. Here are several cheaper alternatives that still deliver impressive thrills.

Briefing: Recycling Motor Oil Isn't Just The Law, It's Great If You Like Living On Earth, Too

Strategic angle: We've probably all heard that we should recycle motor oil, but why is it so important for the environment? And what happens if we fail to do it?

Briefing: Why Lucid Is Cheering The End Of The Tesla Model S And Model X

Strategic angle: When hundreds of thousands of Model S and Model X customers return to shop luxury EVs, they'll have plenty of choices.

Briefing: Florida Tow Truck Tries To Take Buick Parked Outside Old Navy

Strategic angle: Then The Driver Takes Matters Into His Own Hands

Briefing: Rolls-Royce Tells Owners To Stop Using Their Rear Seats And Trunk Until May

Strategic angle: A Rolls-Royce Cullinan recall over a small assembly fault shows even the priciest SUVs are not immune to real-world safety slips.

Briefing: This Statue Of A Trabant With Legs Will Absolutely Haunt Your Dreams

Strategic angle: We're used to seeing cars as art, but the Trabant is a niche choice. And adding legs to this one has unquestionably created the stuff of nightmares.

Briefing: Meet Calvin-40, Renault’s Headless, Heavy-Lifting Robot

Strategic angle: Renault has previewed the robot from Wandercraft carrying tires at a Renault factory.

Briefing: How An Engine From 1816 Paved The Way For The Refrigeration Revolution

Strategic angle: Refrigeration today is something we can easily take for granted. But in the early 1800s, there was one entirely different method of cooling.

Briefing: Before Robert De Niro Was A Star He Promoted AMC's Ambassador In A '70s Car Commercial

Strategic angle: Even future stars have to pay the bills. Robert De Niro brought warmth to the small screen as a recent college grad who wants his parents to admire his new car.

Briefing: This Weird Street-Legal Quad Is The Coolest Thing I Saw At Daytona Bike Week

Strategic angle: A custom street-legal quad from a defunct manufacturer steals the show at Daytona Bike Week.

Editorial Staff Updated 28 days ago

New C8 Corvette Grand Sport Makes A Surprise Debut In Sebring

Chevrolet pulled the cover off the long-awaited Grand Sport model at the 24 Hours of Sebring race.

Briefing: He Never Had A Problem With His Tesla’s Door Handles, But He’s Suing Anyway

Strategic angle: A Model S lawsuit claims electronic door handles reduced resale value, even though the plaintiff never experienced a failure.

Briefing: Factors To Consider When Choosing Between Rebuilt Engines And New Crate Engines

Strategic angle: If your project car has a busted engine, you may be trying to choose between a new crate motor and a rebuild. Here's how to decide which is right for you.

Briefing: Are Used Porsches Reliable? Here's What The Data Says

Strategic angle: Reliability and maintenance costs don't always go hand in hand, but it's still useful to know whether a brand of car is dependable. Here's the word on Porsches.

Briefing: ‘Crayola Hasn't Sponsored Me Yet': Mobile Mechanic Spends Hours Trying To Fix Car. Then He Grabs A Crayon

Strategic angle: "You put some crayon, it comes out like butter."

Briefing: Japan Gets A Land Cruiser Wagon For $24K And Toyota Had Nothing To Do With It

Strategic angle: Toyota’s humble ProBox takes a strange turn, picking up a Land Cruiser-style face and a tougher, crossover-like stance.

Briefing: Saab's Scariest Car Is The Twin-Engined 93 Dubbed The Monster

Strategic angle: Saab created an experimental twin-engined model in the 1950s to compete in rally races, surprising everyone with its monstrous capabilities.

Briefing: Jack Nicholson Drove A Hydrogen-Powered Car Before Green Energy Was Cool

Strategic angle: Hydrogen-powered cars might seem like an invention of the future, but there was a car that pioneered the tech in 1978, and Jack Nicholson endorsed it.

Briefing: Man's Car Won't Start. Then He Gets Out His iPhone Charger: 'Let Me Show You How'

Strategic angle: "We going with an iPhone charger."

Briefing: You’re In Charge Of Chrysler, What’s The One New Model You Greenlight?

Strategic angle: With only one model left, Chrysler needs a new vehicle. Should it be a sedan, SUV, or something else?

Briefing: Dead Cadillac Lyriq EV Leaves Baby Locked In Car

Strategic angle: Luckily the baby was retrieved from the SUV unharmed, but the owners faced a hefty bill for a key fob replacement.

Briefing: 8 Of The Rarest Chevy Corvettes – And What They're Worth Today

Strategic angle: You don't have to be mega-rich to own a Chevrolet Corvette, but some iconic, rare models are worth a fortune today - and by fortune we mean seven figures.

Briefing: Ford Watched What Happened To Rivian Owners And Built Its $30K EV Truck Differently

Strategic angle: A rethink of EV manufacturing at Ford may mean fewer parts, simpler repairs, and less financial sting when something inevitably needs fixing.

Briefing: Low-Tension Piston Rings Provide Serious Benefits For Automakers

Strategic angle: Piston rings are an essential part of modern vehicles, but modern brands have moved to using low-tension versions of them for a couple of reasons.

Briefing: 'Get Out Of The Car And Leave': Arizona Man Gets Into Accident With Waymo. Then He Tries To Contact Their Insurance

Strategic angle: An Arizona man faces a unique situation after colliding with a Waymo vehicle, prompting questions about liability and insurance.

Briefing: Man Buys Audi From Carvana. Then He Learns Something Unexpected About Their Cars: 'Let's See If It Was Actually Worth It'

Strategic angle: A man's experience with Carvana reveals surprising truths about their vehicles.

Briefing: As It Turns Out, Driver's Ed Helps People Pass The Driver's Test

Strategic angle: Overall, it would be better for the general public if every driver were better trained before getting a license.

Briefing: Rivian R2 And Jeep Recon Solve The Same Problem, But Which One Solves It For You?

Strategic angle: The new Jeep Recon and Rivian R2 take different paths, but the real gap shows up in range, price, and off-road priorities.

Briefing: What Is A Dual-Mass Flywheel And Why Do Automakers Use Them?

Strategic angle: Every now and then, a mechanic or engineer will start talking about dual-mass flywheels, but what are they? And why would car makers use them?

Briefing: Man Files For Bankruptcy. Then He Buys An EV Hummer One Week Later: 'So Who Pays For It?'

Strategic angle: "I started this business so that I can finance this truck."

Briefing: The 2026 Mazda3 Turbo Is The Closest Thing To A Four-Door MX-5 | Review

Strategic angle: Mazda’s turbocharged hatch delivers Miata-like fun with real practicality and upscale style

Briefing: Finding Gas Higher Than 90 Octane In Alaska Is Oddly Hard (Here Are Some Theories Why)

Strategic angle: It's difficult to find gas above 90 octane in Alaska, but why? As it turns out, the real reasons are surprisingly mundane and have to do with geography.

Briefing: This Stunning Single-Seat Dallara Could Be Yours

Strategic angle: This single-seater Dallara is a jaw-dropper. It heads to auction on April 25.

Briefing: BMW’s Next X5 Is Adopting The Same Shift That Changed The iX3

Strategic angle: A new era for BMW’s X5 is coming, bringing a completely fresh design and a surprisingly wide range of engine choices.

Briefing: How Catastrophically Bad Is Rod Knock For Your Engine?

Strategic angle: If you hear a knocking sound from the bowels of your engine, it could be rod knock, but what exactly is it, and just how catastrophic can it be?

Briefing: Man Rents A Jeep Wrangler Through Hertz. Then He’s In Shock When He Sees What They Gave Him: 'That's Why Turo Is The Best'

Strategic angle: "Enterprise does it to me all the time. They all do it."

Briefing: EV Buyers Didn’t Disappear, They Just Moved Somewhere Automakers Don’t Love

Strategic angle: February shows cooling new EV demand while used market quietly gains traction

Briefing: Should You Ditch Your Concrete Driveway For This Eco-Friendly Alternative?

Strategic angle: Concrete is hardwearing and tough, and it's a common building material, but could there be a better, more eco-friendly alternative for your driveway?

Briefing: One-Pedal Driving Isn't A Safety Issue: Feds

Strategic angle: Tesla marked safe from a recall over one-pedal driving that could have affected over 2 million cars.

Briefing: He Had Dementia And No License. A Dealer Allegedly Sold Him A $70K Jeep Anyway

Strategic angle: An 83-year-old’s Jeep Grand Cherokee purchase is under dispute, with family members questioning how the sale was completed.

Briefing: Dealership Repairs Subaru. Then She Discovers They Took Out The Wrong Part: 'They Had It For Almost A Week'

Strategic angle: "Subaru of Midland I know you are joking right now..."

Briefing: The Unhinged Subaru S201 STI That Broke Japan’s 276 HP Gentleman’s Agreement

Strategic angle: A rare S201 STI up for auction proves Subaru once built outrageous performance cars it wouldn’t dare make today.

Briefing: Here's What To Know When You're Considering A Diesel Swap

Strategic angle: Switching from a gasoline engine to a diesel-powered setup is an enticing possibility, but it requires a lot more work than you might think.

Briefing: Man Offers 10% Below Sticker Price On A Used Car. Then The Saleswoman Responds: ‘Here’s My Card’

Strategic angle: A negotiation story that highlights the dynamics of car sales.

Briefing: Nissan Navara Scraps Its Own Suspension Before You Buy It

Strategic angle: The reason why Australian-spec Navaras have their factory-fitted shocks removed and recycled before they even hit the road.

Briefing: These Cars Made Similar Horsepower From Wildly Different Engines

Strategic angle: Engine size can be misleading. Here are several examples of engines from opposite ends of the size spectrum that produce similar levels of horsepower.

Briefing: Man Gets Into His Ford. Then He Realizes His Key Fob Has A Hidden Feature

Strategic angle: “Ninety-nine percent of Ford owners have no idea."

Briefing: Cop Hood Surfs On Random Driver's Car To Catch Teen On Minibike

Strategic angle: An Oklahoma City cop commandeered a stranger's car hood to pursue teens riding minibikes without headlights.

Briefing: Mitsubishi Is Making A Rally-Inspired Pickup, And America Isn’t On The List

Strategic angle: Born in the Australian Outback, the new flagship Triton Raider leans harder into off-road grit with a sharper, more capable edge.

Briefing: Audi’s Facelifted Q4 E-Tron Slips Out And Shows Nearly Everything

Strategic angle: The electric crossover is getting a light refresh and a technology overhaul

Briefing: Your Stellantis EV Can Now Use Tesla Superchargers, But There’s A $230 Catch

Strategic angle: Tesla’s charging network is now open to Stellantis vehicles, though the way you actually connect is not as simple as expected.

Briefing: Airlines Are Breaking Ticket-Sale Records As Travelers Rush To Buy Before Iran-War Price Increases Hit

Strategic angle: It's almost as if the war against Iran is having huge, unintended consequences. Who could have predicted this?

Briefing: Petersen Museum's New Fast & Furious Exhibit Has Something For Everyone, But Especially The Nerds

Strategic angle: "A Fast & Furious Legacy: 25 Years of Automotive Icons" features nearly two dozen cars from all ten Fast Saga movies, including some more obscure favorites.

Briefing: Yukon-V? GMC Appears To Be Working On A Supercharged Full-Size SUV

Strategic angle: A 682-horsepower Yukon with all-terrain tires and lifted air suspension would be unlike anything GMC has offered before.

Briefing: Japan’s Favorite Kei Trucks Get Smarter And Still Cost Under $7,000

Strategic angle: Daihatsu’s Hijet Truck and its Toyota Pixis counterpart gain updated tech for 2026, keeping these kei workhorses current.

Briefing: ‘I Have It On The Right Spots, Right?’: Man Hooks Up Jumper Cables. Then They Start Smoking

Strategic angle: A man's attempt to jump-start a vehicle leads to unexpected results.

Briefing: The Cheapest Mercedes In America Is Getting An Electrifying Redesign

Strategic angle: The GLA EQ has been spied with an upscale design and a high-tech interior

Briefing: One State Just Saw Gas Prices Jump 47%, And Others Aren’t Far Behind

Strategic angle: Spring demand and rising oil costs are pushing gas prices higher, with New Mexico seeing the sharpest jump.

Briefing: This UK Shop Is Building Your Dream Audi Quattro With V8 Power

Strategic angle: If Audi continued making the Ur-Quattro, it might ditch the five-cylinder for proper V8 power—like this upcoming restomod.

Briefing: These 9 Vehicles Still Offer Front Bench Seats

Strategic angle: Front bench seats are a rarity in the modern era, but a few certain modern-day vehicles include extra room for a third person to sit up front.

Briefing: Ford Maverick Has A Moonroof Problem That Won’t Stay Covered

Strategic angle: A second recall joins the Maverick, this one targeting F-Series chassis trucks whose brake lights stay stubbornly illuminated.

Briefing: This Is Alfa Romeo's Porsche Boxster Rival That Never Happened

Strategic angle: Former Alfa Romeo designer Manuel Diaz reveals a sketch for a car that would have taken on the Porsche Boxster.

Briefing: 'Saved Me Approximately $107,712': Woman Explains Why She Drives A 2006 Camry. But Is It The Flex She Thinks It Is?

Strategic angle: "I gotta love what I drive."

Briefing: BMW Is Taking The Next i5 In A Direction The 5-Series Won’t Follow

Strategic angle: The next generation of executive BMWs will see electric models branch off onto Neue Klasse, leaving combustion versions to follow a separate path.

Briefing: IIHS Will Begin Rating The Safety Of Cargo Vans, Work Trucks, And Other Commercial Vehicles This Spring

Strategic angle: Cargo vans, work trucks, and commercial vehicles make up a big percentage of vehicles on the road today. It's about time they got some safety ratings.

Briefing: Hyundai Casper Lounge Is A Gussied-Up Electric City Car That I Need Like I Need Air To Breathe

Strategic angle: The Casper Lounge has incredible wheels, real leather seats and other premium features. Plus, it's just damn adorable.

Briefing: What Drivers Think About Their Factory Tires

Strategic angle: Tire owners are growing more loyal to their original equipment brands, but that loyalty tends to fall apart once they need more than one tire replaced.

Briefing: Naval Officer Leaks Aircraft Carrier Location On Strava With Deck Runs

Strategic angle: The 4.5-mile run around one of the carrier decks stands out as a jagged line in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea.

Briefing: Feds Expand Tesla FSD Investigation After Visibility Failures

Strategic angle: A review of crashes shows the FSD system may not detect common roadway conditions impacting camera visibility.

Briefing: Hyundai's New Pickup Could Use The Chevy Colorado Platform: Report

Strategic angle: GM and Hyundai's new jointly developed pickup will likely be exclusive to Central and South American markets.

Briefing: A Legendary BMW Tuner Is Shutting Down For Good

Strategic angle: After nearly four decades of fast road and race Bimmers, the party’s ending for AC Schnitzer

Briefing: General Motors Has Recalled 80,000 Cars In 2026

Strategic angle: One of GM's oddest recalls so far this year was for missing owner's manuals. Here's the full list.

Briefing: Cybercab Spotted Up Close, Steering Wheel, Panel Gaps And All

Strategic angle: Reader photos show Tesla robotaxi prototype up close, revealing unexpected interior details and rough panel fitment.

Briefing: Tesla Dodges 2-Million-Car Recall

Strategic angle: We're looking at Tesla avoiding a multi-million-car recall, and Chrysler's new boss needing to actually do something with the nameplate and more.

Briefing: A Mercedes G63 Convertible Is Finally Happening: Report

Strategic angle: The roofless G-Class will allegedly go on sale in the United States in 2028.

Briefing: BMW Has A New Role For Alpina, And It Starts With Two New Models

Strategic angle: A new chapter for Alpina begins with BMW’s biggest models, suggesting a refined approach that moves away from traditional performance expectations.

Briefing: Twin-Screw Supercharger Turns Silverado ZR2 Into A 4.2 Second Pickup

Strategic angle: Hennessey builds a 700 hp Silverado ZR2 with off-road upgrades and a limited 100-unit run.

Briefing: Mahindra Offers To Buy Back Its Sold-Out Batman SUV

Strategic angle: Some owners of the Mahindra BE6 Batman Edition aren't happy with the company's decision to offer a second batch.

Briefing: ‘We Need To Be Very Picky’: Mechanic Says Some Cars Are Too Old To Work On. Then He Explains Why

Strategic angle: 'A lot of times, I can make that judgment call over the phone.'

Briefing: Stop Saying This White Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud Belonged To John Lennon

Strategic angle: Rumor has it that Lennon's 1965 Rolls-Royce Phantom V is rotting in a Florida parking lot, but that's not the case. Here's the true story of this iconic car.

Briefing: The Ford Mustang Mach-E Can Now Precondition Its Battery Via CarPlay

Strategic angle: The feature was already available for Google Maps on Android Auto.

Briefing: Jaguar Killed Four Next-Generation Cars For Dramatic EV Pivot

Strategic angle: A new F-Type was in development, until it wasn't.

Briefing: Xiaomi Updates The SU7, Gets 15k Orders In 8 Hours

Strategic angle: The technology giant has also updated its emergency door releases after fatal crashes.

Briefing: 2024 Chevy Silverado Stuck in Body Shop Due to Wiring Harness Shortage

Strategic angle: Owner faces prolonged wait as multiple replacement parts fail to fit.

Briefing: Oldsmobile V8 Gives One Of Shelby’s Rarest Creations A Very Different Identity

Strategic angle: One of Shelby’s rarest builds has surfaced again, giving enthusiasts a chance to revisit a car many have never seen before.

Briefing: The New Volkswagen Atlas Is Getting A Screen It Never Had Before

Strategic angle: The redesigned Atlas will echo the Teramont Pro and adopt a high-tech interior.

Briefing: The Electric Lexus ES Is Officially On Sale, With 307 Miles Of Range

Strategic angle: The Lexus ES will be available in both electric and hybrid forms, but the EV arrives first.

Briefing: EV Plans Wait As Lamborghini Expands V8 And V12 Lineup

Strategic angle: Despite reconfiguring its planned Lanzador EV as a hybrid, Lamborghini hasn’t abandoned thoughts of a fully electric model.

Briefing: Ferrari And Other Luxury Brands Stop Deliveries To The Middle East

Strategic angle: With the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed, some cars are being delivered by air.

Briefing: 'I'm Not Sure If That's How You Do It': Man Spots RV At A Love’s Gas Station. Then He Sees What's Towing It

Strategic angle: 'That transmission is cooked.'

Briefing: Fiat Continues Shift Away From Hybrids And EVs With Manual-Only 600 Petrol

Strategic angle: The 600 Petrol adds a budget-friendly option to the range, while a Street Edition introduces darker styling and limited production.

Briefing: The Subaru WRX Is Dying In Japan, But There's Good News For America

Strategic angle: Subaru will stop accepting WRX orders in Japan on May 18, but nothing changes for the US model.

Briefing: The Xiaomi YU7 GT Aims At Porsche With 990 Horsepower And 438 Miles Of Range

Strategic angle: China's MIIT has exposed the GT version of the YU7 crossover, which beats the Porsche Macan Turbo in output.

Briefing: Rising Gas Prices Have Already Cost U.S. Drivers An Extra $4 Billion

Strategic angle: According to Trump, you should be grateful you aren't paying more.

Briefing: China’s No. 2 Automaker Is Making A Play For Canada

Strategic angle: The Geely group is looking to expand its presence in Canada beyond Volvo and Polestar.

Briefing: Customer Claims It’s Hard To Work On German Cars. Then A Repair Shop Owner Responds: 'That’s The Bad Guys'

Strategic angle: 'Lol I forgot those Korean cars.'

Briefing: Mazda Is Considering The CX-5 It Kept Saying No To Until Now

Strategic angle: The new CX-5 could soon gain an off-road variant as the brand weighs customer demand for a more rugged compact SUV.

Briefing: It'll Be A Cold Day In Hell Before You Catch Me Riding This 100 MPH Electric Scooter

Strategic angle: Three electric motors and a massive box frame make this home-built scooter an insanely fast creation, but that doesn't mean we'd want to ride it.

Briefing: Let's Hope The BMW i3 Touring Looks This Good

Strategic angle: During the debut of the i3 sedan, BMW teased the return of a Touring variant. Here's what it could look like.

Briefing: Up To 50,000 Rivian R2s Will Run As Robotaxis For Uber

Strategic angle: The first R2 robotaxis are coming to California and Florida starting in 2028

Briefing: This One Brand Beats Its EPA Range Estimates Better Than The Rest

Strategic angle: Consumer Reports tested the real-world highway range of nearly 30 electric cars. See the winners and losers.

Briefing: Jeep, Dodge, And Ram EVs Can Now Charge At Tesla Superchargers

Strategic angle: Owners of Stellantis EVs can finally access America's largest and best charging network.

Briefing: BMW’s Straight-Six And V8s Aren’t Going Anywhere, But Something Has To Give

Strategic angle: Euro 7 won’t kill BMW V8 or straight-six, but stricter emissions could mean less performance

Briefing: The BMW i3 Almost Got The iX3's Vertical Kidney Grille

Strategic angle: BMW's design director said it would have 'looked too retro.'

Briefing: The Mercedes-AMG CLE 63 Is Coming With 646 Horsepower: Report

Strategic angle: U.S. dealers saw the potent coupe and the AMG G63 Cabriolet.

Briefing: This Bugatti Bicycle Costs More Than A New Corolla, Naturally

Strategic angle: The bike gets a two-tone paint job that’s about as subtle as you’d expect, with Bugatti Blue doing most of the shouting.

Briefing: 'We went to Walmart': Man goes to AutoZone. Then he learns something shocking about Fram

Strategic angle: 'Good thing I only run wix filters.'

Briefing: This Isn’t A Temerario STO, But It Sure Looks Like One

Strategic angle: Lamborghini's V8 hybrid supercar gets a dramatic 7Design carbon kit that pushes its styling closer to STO territory

Briefing: Those Yellow Crash Barrels Along The Highway Aren't All The Same

Strategic angle: Big yellow barrels often line the sides of highways or exit ramps, and the engineering behind them is different depending on speed limits and locations.

Briefing: Ferrari Boss: Touch Buttons Cost Half As Much As Physical Controls

Strategic angle: Despite much higher production costs, Maranello is reverting to real buttons.

Briefing: Lamborghini Is Launching Two New Cars In 2026. An EV Will Follow

Strategic angle: After record revenue and deliveries in 2025, Lambo will roll out fresh products this year.

Briefing: Chrysler's Sad Merch Shop Just Reminds Us Of When The Brand Mattered

Strategic angle: Chrysler's merch store is just sad.

Briefing: This Porsche Thinks Pavement Is For People Who Bought The Wrong SUV

Strategic angle: A Porsche Cayenne like this makes the Ford Bronco Raptor seem a little uninspired

Briefing: Toyota May Have Picked A Strange Name For Its Most Hardcore TRD Tundra

Strategic angle: The rumored hardcore truck could have 37-inch tires and a hybrid powertrain with over 437 hp.

Briefing: New EV fee proposals charge owners 2-3x what gas drivers pay in federal tax

Strategic angle: States and federal lawmakers propose annual fees for electric vehicles that significantly exceed those for gas car drivers.

Briefing: A Green Interior Is The Very Least Of This Lamborghini Revuelto’s Worries

Strategic angle: A damaged Revuelto with an unusual cabin spec could be the perfect high-risk, high-reward rebuild project.

Briefing: 5 Rare And Valuable Yenko Chevys From The Height Of Muscle Car Excess

Strategic angle: Yenko-converted Chevrolet cars were impressive beasts in the muscle car era, and some of them are extremely valuable due to how few were made.

Briefing: One Of BMW’s Most Popular EVs Is About To Bite The Dust

Strategic angle: The i4 will reportedly be phased out next year as the company focuses on the new i3.

Briefing: 'Never Done This In My Life': Dealership Quotes BMW Driver $300 To Fix Spark Plugs. He Decides To Take Matters Into His Own Hands

Strategic angle: 'Put ngk spark plugs in man not the a premium.'

Briefing: Diesel Crosses $5 For First Time In Years, While One Station Sells Gas For $7.69

Strategic angle: Fuel costs are climbing fast, with diesel and gasoline both jumping sharply across the United States.

Briefing: Former Uber Self-Driving Chief Crashes Tesla On FSD Into A Concrete Wall

Strategic angle: As automation improves, humans are still expected to supervise it, and that may be the most dangerous phase of all.

Briefing: Tesla Owner Brags About Its Self-Closing Doors. Then A Toyota Driver Claps Back: 'Can Your Tesla Last Like A Toyota?'

Strategic angle: 'There's nothing a Tundra can't do.'

Briefing: Liberty Walk Found A Way To Spend $17K On Your Civic Type R

Strategic angle: A new tuning kit transforms the Civic Type R with aggressive styling, offering both full packages and individual parts.

Briefing: London Wants SUV Drivers To Pay More Over One Statistic Critics Call ‘Ridiculous’

Strategic angle: The rise of bigger cars in London prompts debate over fees, safety, and how much space vehicles should take in the city.

Briefing: Extra Security At The Oscars Led To Dozens Of Average Angelenos Hit With $400 Tow Fees

Strategic angle: Residents are frustrated by the unanticipated expense and hassle of having their vehicle towed despite living a reasonable distance away from the theater.

Briefing: Marine Corps Live Fire Mishap Rained Artillery Shrapnel Over Highway

Strategic angle: A malfunction during a live fire display resulted in artillery shrapnel raining down on a nearby highway.

Briefing: BMW Won't Rule Out An Electric Sports Car

Strategic angle: BMW product boss Bernd Körber said the company will 'always look into' new sports cars.

Briefing: Jeep Gives The Commander A Facelift, But There’s Even More To Come

Strategic angle: The three-row crossover sports an updated design, available armoring, and a hybrid is reportedly in the works.

Briefing: Army General Gets A Little Too Drunk And Leaves Classified Documents On A European Train

Strategic angle: A military official's lapse in judgment raises concerns over security protocols.

Briefing: Hertz Will Rent You An Ineos Grenadier If You Felt Your Vacation Was Too Comfortable

Strategic angle: Experience the rugged charm of the Ineos Grenadier with Hertz, perfect for those seeking adventure over luxury.

Briefing: NYC’s Free Parking May Soon Get The Boot Under New Mayor

Strategic angle: More paid parking spots could raise revenue, but it could upset millions of locals

Briefing: Volkswagen Recalls 50,000 Jetta Sedans For Fire Risk

Strategic angle: A transmission ground wire might not have been properly connected during manufacturing.

Briefing: These Are Your Picks For An Exploration Car

Strategic angle: You turned in a wealth of answers, a deeply unsurprising number of which came from Toyota.

Briefing: Soaring Gas Prices Could Send Buyers Crawling Back To EVs And Hybrids

Strategic angle: Rising gas prices are making buyers rethink their aversion to EVs and hybrids, Bentley is cutting nearly 300 jobs due to tariffs and the EV rollback, and more.

Briefing: Porsche Penske 963s Will Race At Sebring With '90s Throwback 911 GT1 Livery

Strategic angle: The team is certainly hoping to continue its success after winning the Rolex 24 at Daytona in January.

Briefing: Renault’s New Duster Looks Like A Rich Man’s Dacia But Starts At $11,400

Strategic angle: The Duster returns to India with premium tech and a hybrid option, but skips the AWD found in global models.

Briefing: BMW Is Saving The Wagon: New 3 Series Touring Teased

Strategic angle: BMW defies the SUV trend by developing a new estate.

2027 BMW i3 EV Returns The 3 Series To Its Design Roots And Boasts 440 Miles Of Range

The electric Neue Klasse i3 will be joined by gas-powered 3 Series models with similar styling, but riding on the current CLAR platform.

Briefing: BMW’s Most Traditional Sedan Becomes Its Most Futuristic Yet With New i3

Strategic angle: MY27 i3 sedan starts production in dual-motor 50 xDrive guise this August

Briefing: Mississippi Woman Asks AutoZone About Tire Load Ratings

Strategic angle: A woman's inquiry about tire safety sparks a discussion on load ratings.

Briefing: The New BMW i3 Has More Range Than Any Tesla

Strategic angle: The first all-electric BMW 3 Series is here. And, with an 800-volt architecture and ultra-fast charging speeds, it means business.

Briefing: No, Ford's 'Fox Platform' Wasn't Named After The Audi Fox, Stop It

Strategic angle: No, Ford did not name its iconic Fox platform after an Audi. Here's the real story behind this strange coincidence and the oil crisis that started it all.

Briefing: Leapmotor Will Soon Start Building EVs In Spain

Strategic angle: The Chinese brand is expected to use Stellantis' plant in Zaragoza to build the B10.

Briefing: A Bone-Stock Mk4 Toyota Supra Kinda Sucks To Drive, Actually

Strategic angle: The Supra is kind of boring if you don't modify it. You might think a Supra will make you Dom Toretto, but his car was seriously modified, too.

Briefing: Twisted Got Its Hands On A Two-Door Range Rover And Let The Price Run Away

Strategic angle: The Range Rover Classic returns with a 500 hp V8 and just enough modern polish to sharpen the original without spoiling it.

Briefing: When Cheap Is Costly: These Depreciated Cars Are Perfect For A Bottomless Budget

Strategic angle: A champagne car for a light-beer price? It's so tempting ... until you consider the cost of keeping it running.

Briefing: Congress Wants EV Owners To Pay New Fees As Gas Taxes Stay Frozen

Strategic angle: A new bill is in the works that could potentially cost EV owners hundreds of dollars every year.

Briefing: This Air-Cooled Battery Changes What Fast Charging Means For Electric Bikes

Strategic angle: A Donut Lab solid-state battery allows the motorcycle to charge from 10-80 percent in 12 minutes.

Briefing: EVs wiped out oil demand equal to 70% of Iran’s exports in 2025

Strategic angle: EVs are starting to chip away at one of the global economy’s biggest vulnerabilities: oil.

Briefing: The Range Rover Velar’s Radical New Design Continues On The Inside

Strategic angle: The 2027 Velar features a revamped interior with advanced technology and design enhancements.

Briefing: The 5 Best New SUVs You Can Buy In 2026, According To Consumer Reports

Strategic angle: If you're planning to purchase a new SUV or crossover vehicle any time soon, Consumer Reports says that these are the best options for 2026.

Briefing: Three Fires Later, Volkswagen Decides It’s Time To Recall A Lot Of New Jettas

Strategic angle: VW issues recall for new Jetta after reports of melted wiring and engine-bay fires

Briefing: Dealership Quotes Man $1,400 To Fix His Nissan. The Mobile Mechanic Learns He Only Needs 2 Things

Strategic angle: 'Brooo whattt 1400 is INSANE . i did the same thing for $80.'

Briefing: Tesla Roadster Delayed Again, Weeks Late But Years Behind

Strategic angle: Tesla still promises a wild new Roadster, but its vision of a driverless future makes the car feel increasingly irrelevant.

Briefing: Volvo 240, BMW Z3, Peugeot 205: The Dopest Cars I Found For Sale Online

Strategic angle: All in all, we're rapidly approaching Fun Vehicle Season here in the Northeast. Clearly, you are in desperate need of something fun to tool around in.

Briefing: VinFast Sold Less Than 1,500 Cars In The US, So Naturally It’s Building A Factory

Strategic angle: The Vietnamese automaker moves to revive its North Carolina factory plans as global sales climb, even while US market challenges test its long-term strategy.

Briefing: These New Lowrider Stamps From The US Postal Service Rule

Strategic angle: The stamps honor the working-class Mexican American and Chicano communities of the American Southwest.

Briefing: Ford's Bizarre 'Calliope' V8 Was Built For Le Mans, But Never Made It

Strategic angle: Discover the story behind Ford's elusive Calliope V8, a powerful prototype that never raced.

Briefing: Driver Invents A New Passenger For Carpooling, But CHP Was No Dummy

Strategic angle: Carpool lane violations are rising again as drivers try creative shortcuts, but the consequences are often far more costly than expected.

Briefing: Timberland Ford F-150 Boots Have A Fake Grille And Subtle Lift To Make You Look Big And Manly

Strategic angle: These unique boots combine style and functionality, inspired by the iconic Ford F-150.

Briefing: Gas Car Drivers Hit 5 Times Harder By Iran Oil Shock Than EV Owners

Strategic angle: One study says rising oil prices will hit gas cars five times harder than EVs.

Briefing: Spirit Airlines Will Have Just 80 Planes To Repay $2 Billion In Debt

Strategic angle: Spirit's position as an ultra-low-cost carrier leaves it vulnerable to rising fuel prices.

Briefing: Audi Is Finally Building The SUV US Dealers Wanted, With A Rivian Surprise Coming Next

Strategic angle: The Audi CEO admitted that European brands have fallen behind the US and China in terms of technology.

Briefing: The New Audi A2 E-Tron Won't Be As Revolutionary As The Original, But At Least It'll Look Good

Strategic angle: It remains to be seen whether the A2 will be sold in the United States. I highly doubt it, but maybe (hopefully) I'll be proven wrong.

Briefing: The Kia Telluride Has Better Wading Depth Than Bronco And Defender

Strategic angle: You can leave Defender 110 and Bronco Raptor owners stranded on the other side of a deep water crossing.

Briefing: How A $1200 BMW X5 From Ohio Became The Wildest Off-Roader In Los Angeles

Strategic angle: From an unassuming, luxurious family SUV to one of the wildest off-roaders you've ever seen, Mike Day's BMW X5 has had one hell of a transformation.

Briefing: Teen Finds Out What Happens When CHP Clocks Your BMW i8 At 130 MPH

Strategic angle: CHP arrested a 16-year-old after a BMW i8 was clocked at 130 mph while weaving through traffic on Highway 101.

Briefing: These Are Your Favorite Gas Station Products Besides Fuel

Strategic angle: Food might be just a small aspect of what makes road trips so enjoyable, but it can always be worth the stop.

Briefing: Audi Confirms The A2 Is Back, Prays It’ll Sell This Time

Strategic angle: The cult oddball returns as a budget-friendly EV with big ambitions to make Audi more "relevant".

Briefing: At $19,000, Could This 2004 Mercury Marauder Make Your Day?

Strategic angle: Does this $19,000 price seem reasonable for the car as it's presented, minor warts and all? Or for that much, would it need to be darn-near perfect?

Briefing: This Classic Alfa Hits 60 In 2.9 Seconds Without Making A Sound

Strategic angle: A California-commissioned Totem Alfa swaps its twin-turbo V6 for an electric motor, delivering speed and a very different driving experience.

Briefing: Woman’s Fed Up With Jiffy Lube And Take 5. So She Goes To Her Lexus Dealership For Service

Strategic angle: A woman's frustration with quick oil change services leads her to seek help from her Lexus dealership.

Briefing: Peugeot Defies The EV Wave With A New Gas Engine

Strategic angle: But with 100 horsepower, it won't set your pulse racing.

Briefing: EVs That Charge Faster Than A Tesla

Strategic angle: With its Supercharger network and nose for publicity, when someone says 'fast-charging,' Tesla is often what springs to mind. But lots of EVs charge faster.

Briefing: Mercedes May Deepen Ties With China On Future EVs

Strategic angle: A report from China claims the next-generation EV platform from Mercedes could use Geely's electronic and electrical architecture.

Briefing: Tragic Story Of Woman Dying From Exhaust Leak Is A Terrible Reminder To Get Your Car Checked Regularly

Strategic angle: A heartbreaking incident highlights the dangers of neglecting vehicle maintenance.

Briefing: This Porsche 911, First Sold In 2025, Resold For Nearly Double Its 2023 MSRP A Year Later

Strategic angle: Porsche drew design inspiration from the original 911 Carrera RS 2.7 when creating the limited-production Sport Classic.

Briefing: Volkswagen Details Its Cheapest Electric Crossover With A €28K ($32K) Starting Price

Strategic angle: The new ID. Cross joins Volkswagen’s lineup in Europe with two batteries and three motor options.

Briefing: How Reliable Is A Used Chevy Bolt? Here's What J.D. Power Says

Strategic angle: The Chevrolet Bolt is coming back for 2027, but it's not too different from its original incarnation. So, how reliable can you expect it to be?

Briefing: Hyundai’s First China-Built Model In Australia May Not Be The Last

Strategic angle: Changing production dynamics are prompting the automaker to reconsider where vehicles are built for Australia.

Briefing: RENNtech Will Make A Modern Mercedes-AMG Hammer With A Hand-Made V12 Engine

Strategic angle: Mercedes tuner RENNtech is offering a limited run of V12-powered coupes that could scratch a very particular itch for nostalgic luxury enthusiasts.

Briefing: Infiniti Looks To Recreate FX Magic With New SUV

Strategic angle: The 2027 Infiniti QX65 crossover coupe will debut on March 26 and arrive at dealers this summer.

Briefing: Geely’s New Galaxy M7 Makes A Range Claim Few SUVs Can Match

Strategic angle: The latest plug-in hybrid from Geely claims an unusually long driving range and brings a few upscale touches to the cabin.

Briefing: The EPA Just Named The Most Fuel-Efficient Automaker, And It's Not Toyota

Strategic angle: Toyota has a reputation for being gas-stingy, but it's actually in fourth place in the EPA's latest mileage rankings. Still, overall, mileage keeps increasing.

Briefing: Watch Donut Lab's Mysterious Solid-State Battery Charge In An Actual EV

Strategic angle: The Verge TS Pro, equipped with a solid-state battery, was plugged in at a fast-charging station. Here's how it performed.

Briefing: Woman Goes To AutoZone To Replace Her Wipers. Then A Worker Recommends A Part That’d Cost Her Big Time

Strategic angle: "It likely isn’t worth the trouble."

Briefing: Lincoln’s About To Fill A Corsair-Sized Hole With A Chinese SUV

Strategic angle: The Chinese Corsair appears to be destined for America as Lincoln increasingly relies on imports.

Briefing: The 2026 Outlander PHEV’s Range Isn’t The Only Number Going Up

Strategic angle: A mid-cycle refresh gives Mitsubishi's plug-in hybrid SUV 45 miles of electric range and more power.

Briefing: Chevy Might Ditch The Corvette E-Ray For A Grand Sport Hybrid: Report

Strategic angle: Chevy will allegedly pair its new 6.7-liter V8 engine with an electric motor for the Grand Sport X.

Briefing: Feds Tell 97 Car Dealerships To Knock It Off With The Hidden Fees Already

Strategic angle: Many dealerships tack on ridiculous, expensive nonsense to the end of your price, like advertising fees, nitrogen tire inflation, and dealer prep fees.

Briefing: This Camouflaged Volkswagen EV Is Way More Important Than It Looks

Strategic angle: Behind the camo is VW’s new €28,000 subcompact electric crossover aimed at mainstream European buyers.

Briefing: Federally Mandated Impaired-Driver Surveillance Tech Faces Delay After New Findings

Strategic angle: A new NHTSA report says impaired-driving detection tech still isn’t accurate enough, delaying a planned federal rule.

Briefing: Man's Car Won't Start So He Gets It Towed To The Dealership. They Can't Believe What's Inside: 'Never Seen This Before'

Strategic angle: A surprising discovery awaits at the dealership after a car breakdown.

Briefing: Florida Man Sues Sheriff After Drug Test Decides IBS Meds Are Basically Fentanyl During Traffic Stop

Strategic angle: A Florida man is taking legal action against a sheriff's department after a roadside drug test misidentified his IBS medication as fentanyl.

Briefing: 200,000 Immigrant Truck Drivers Are Officially Losing Their CDLs Which Will Almost Certainly Make Everything Even More Expensive

Strategic angle: The loss of CDLs for immigrant truck drivers is set to exacerbate rising costs in the transportation sector.

Briefing: Subaru’s WRX STI Hatch Is Back On Track, Just Not On The Street

Strategic angle: Built for Super Taikyu racing, this aggressive prototype might be Subaru’s first step back toward an STI hot hatch.

Briefing: For Sale: Volvo EX30 Wheels, Never Turned

Strategic angle: The electric Volvo EX30 is being discontinued in the U.S., but it'll remain on sale in Mexico and Canada.

Briefing: NASA Is Making A Nuclear-Powered Dragonfly Helicopter Straight Out Of Dune

Strategic angle: The mission is hoping to give humanity its best look ever at Saturn's moon Titan.

Briefing: Buick May Bring Sedans Back To America Using A Surprising Platform

Strategic angle: After going all in on crossovers and SUVs, Buick may be flirting with sedans again.

Hyundai Stops Palisade Sales, Recalls 68,500 SUVs After Fatal Incident

Hyundai is urging owners to use caution when operating the SUV's second- and third-row power seats.

Briefing: The Volvo EX30 Joins America's EV Graveyard

Strategic angle: It's the end of the road for Volvo's smallest and cheapest electric car. The larger EX60 is still on the way though.

Briefing: FTC Tells Almost 100 Dealer Groups Their “Great Price” Needs To Be The Real Price

Strategic angle: The agency says car ads should show the actual price buyers pay, not a teaser price that grows significantly with hidden fees at signing time.

Briefing: These Are Your Favorite Vans

Strategic angle: Exploring the incredible history of vans, from cargo to minivans and beyond.

Briefing: Koenigsegg’s Next Big Launch Might Not Be A Car

Strategic angle: A Swedish hypercar company that sells $2 million cars may soon open to investors after rapid growth, a stake sale, and signs of IPO planning.

$2,995 Turns A Ram 1500 Big Horn Into A BackCountry Off Road Pickup

Designed to slot beneath the 1500 Rebel, the BackCountry adds a 1-inch lift, locking rear differential, and 18-inch wheels with 32-inch off-road tires.

Briefing: 'Cheap As Possible': Woman Brings Out-Of-Warranty Hyundai To Shop. Then The Mechanic Decides To Take Care Of Her

Strategic angle: "They’re running on gas fumes and a dream."

Briefing: If Jeep And AMG Had A Baby In China, This Would Be It

Strategic angle: The headlights, grille, bumpers, wheel arches, and just about every inch of the off-roader's exterior looks like it's been borrowed from Western cars.

Briefing: BMW’s iX3 Defies Expectations, Racks Up 50,000 Orders Without Test Drives

Strategic angle: It turns out that making an EV with plenty of range, fast charging, and a fair price will attract a lot of buyers.

Briefing: What Is A Tri-Five Chevy And Which Models Fit The Bill?

Strategic angle: The Tri-Five Chevy is loved by classic-car enthusiasts due to confident styling, influential engines, and decades of hot-rodding.

Briefing: Sports Car Swallowed Under A Florida School Bus In Wild Crash Caught On Camera

Strategic angle: A Jaguar F-Type slammed into the back of a school bus in Florida, wedging beneath it in a crash that left both drivers with minor injuries.

Briefing: The AMC Eagle Turbo-Diesel Was The Performance Version, And One Still Exists

Strategic angle: The diesel version of American Motors' Eagle was factory-authorized, but only seven were ever built.

Briefing: Man Buys $100,000 Ram Truck. It Breaks Down 3 Months Later. Then He Confronts The Dealership Salesman

Strategic angle: "We don’t build them."

Briefing: Porsche’s ICE Cayenne Isn’t Done Yet And It’s Borrowing Moves From The 911 Turbo

Strategic angle: Fresh spy shots show two facelifted E-Hybrid prototypes getting ready for a debut this year.

Briefing: One In Seven Crashes Now Ends With A Hit-And-Run Driver

Strategic angle: New crash data from AAA shows hit-and-run incidents rising across the U.S., raising serious safety concerns.

Briefing: This 1,111-HP Lucid Air Lost More Than A Third Of A Typical Pennsylvania Home’s Price

Strategic angle: Less than four years old and just 22,000 miles in, this Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance shows how brutally fast luxury EVs can lose value.

How the Iran war could trigger a fresh food crisis

The Iran conflict is driving up energy and fertilizer costs, raising alarms over a return of food inflation.

Briefing: Man Warns That Dealerships 'Hide $4,000 In Your Loan.' Then He Reveals How

Strategic angle: "It's legal, but..."

Briefing: The Saga Of This Cheap Bentley Flying Spur Shows Off Just How Tough Volkswagen's W12 Can Be

Strategic angle: It withstood years of overheating, enough to stretch head bolts and damage a coolant tank, and is still running as smoothly as it did two decades ago.

Briefing: The Pros & Cons Of Harley-Davidson's Milwaukee-Eight Engine

Strategic angle: Harley-Davidson's Milwaukee-Eight engine offers impressive performance since its introduction in 2017, but some riders may still favor older models.

Briefing: You Could Pay $500 Or Even Go To Jail For Trash Left In Your Car In This SC Town

Strategic angle: A South Carolina town is cracking down on trash inside vehicles, and drivers could face fines or jail if officials decide the mess attracts rats.

Briefing: Man Buys Honda Accord From CarMax. Then It Blows A Head Gasket: 'I Work At Starbucks'

Strategic angle: "What did I do?"

Briefing: A $103K Chinese Luxury Sedan Outsold The BMW 7, Panamera, And Maybach S-Class Combined

Strategic angle: Brands like Huawei's Maextro and Xiaomi are stealing Porsche's lunch money in China, but for how long?

Briefing: Motor Oil Boiling In Your Car Is Nearly Impossible, But If It Does You've Got Bigger Problems

Strategic angle: It's basically impossible for the oil in your car's engine to get hot enough to boil. However, if it does happen, these are the bigger issues you'll be facing.

Briefing: Jerry Seinfeld's Mercedes 500E Sold For Crazy Money

Strategic angle: A flawless 500E from comedy legend Jerry Seinfeld was auctioned off for a world-record price.

Briefing: What're The Differences Between Duramax LML, L5P, LB7, And LBZ Diesel Engines?

Strategic angle: The Duramax diesel engine has seen quite a few changes over the years. Here's what separates some of the most popular versions from each other.

Briefing: Living With The 2026 Audi S5 Avant Made Me Reject SUVs | Review

Strategic angle: The new S5 Avant looks good, performs well and handles great, serving as the perfect antidote to an SUV.

Briefing: Neglecting Your Spark Plugs Does More Damage Than You Think

Strategic angle: Spark plugs might sound small and inconsequential, but neglecting to change them can have serious and expensive repercussions for your engine.

Briefing: 'Help A Girl Out': Volkswagen Driver Goes To Pep Boys. Then They Tell Her The Price Of An Oil Change

Strategic angle: "It's a 2022 Tiguan."

Briefing: Jim Farley Tests Chinese Pickups, And He Has Questions

Strategic angle: Ford’s CEO tried several Chinese plug-in pickups in Australia and admits they’re shaking up the market, but they’re no good for hard graft.

Briefing: NASA Rammed An Asteroid Hard Enough To Change Its Trajectory, Maybe We're Not All Doomed

Strategic angle: The spacecraft slowed down the system's 76,000 mph orbital speed by two inches per hour. We're going to have to punch a lot harder if we want to save Earth.

Briefing: Need Raw Performance? These 9 Cars Have The Most Horsepower You Can Buy In 2026

Strategic angle: In most cases, horsepower is the go-to measurement for a vehicle's performance. But only a few models allow you to get absurd numbers for under $150,000.

Briefing: How Long, In General, Does An Oil Filter Last?

Strategic angle: Oil changes are a common part of a car's maintenance, and it's best to change the filter at the same time. But how long should it be able to last on its own?

Briefing: Enterprise Sells Car To Teen Without License. Then She Gets A Phone Call

Strategic angle: "What we doing?"

Briefing: Global EV Sales Just Fell 11%, But Carmakers Found A Surprising Backup Plan

Strategic angle: With electric car demand wobbling, automakers are discovering batteries can make money elsewhere

Briefing: With Gas Prices Rising, What Are The Most Efficient Ways To Get Around?

Strategic angle: Exploring the most energy-efficient transportation methods amidst rising fuel costs.

Briefing: You'd Better Be Passing People If You're In These States' Left Lanes

Strategic angle: Left-lane cruising is a big no-no in all 50 U.S. states. However, some states enforce stricter penalties than others. Here's what to know about left-lane laws.

Briefing: Ferrari’s Newest Project In Maranello Has Absolutely Nothing To Do With Cars

Strategic angle: Ferrari employees and those around Maranello, Italy can now benefit from a brand new medical diagnostics center.

Briefing: #Lifehacks: Woman Says Sam's Club Quoted Her $700 For New Tires. Then She Gets A Full Set Elsewhere For $350

Strategic angle: A woman's experience highlights the importance of shopping around for better prices on car tires.

Briefing: What Is A Limited-Slip Differential And How Does It Work?

Strategic angle: Differentials are what allow the wheels on a vehicle to actually move around effectively. Open differentials are common, but limited-slip ones are special.

Briefing: The Damage From A Pothole Can Be Worse Than You Might Think

Strategic angle: You didn't notice that big pothole till you drove through it, but your car seems okay, so you're feeling good. Still, that may not be the end of the story.

Briefing: Why Cutting Off A Wide-Load Semi Truck And Its Lead Car Is A Bad Idea

Strategic angle: Cutting off a wide-load truck can lead to disastrous consequences.

Briefing: Fighting A Tow Truck Goes Sideways In Seconds

Strategic angle: What happens when someone tries to drive off a tow truck? This Hyundai owner learned the answer the hard way.

Briefing: What's The Performance Difference Between Catted And Catless Downpipes?

Strategic angle: You might expect that catless downpipes, which lack a catalytic converter, would outperform catted ones. But as the old song says, it ain't necessarily so.

Briefing: Mercedes-AMG Tried A Diesel And It Did Not Go Well

Strategic angle: Ever heard of the AMG that ran on diesel? Most people haven't as it was a commercial flop, but it's a strange little chapter in pre-Dieselgate Mercedes history.

Briefing: Mobile Mechanic Quotes Dallas Customer $500 To Fix Wheel. Then He Gets A Second Opinion: 'The 3rd Time He Has Saved Me'

Strategic angle: "That’s not the way..."

Briefing: Violent Highway Shaking Claims Send Ford Super Duty Case Back To Court

Strategic angle: Ford faces renewed scrutiny as a federal appeals court orders a lower court to reconsider parts of a long-running lawsuit over alleged Super Duty death wobble.

Briefing: Does Bird Poop Damage Your Car's Paint?

Strategic angle: Birds are majestic creatures, but their acidic droppings can severely damage your car's paint job. Here's why, and what you can do to protect your vehicle.

Briefing: Why Are Two-Stroke Engines So Environmentally Unfriendly?

Strategic angle: Two-stroke engines have their uses, but they are seen as environmentally unfriendly today. But why do they have that reputation, and is it deserved?

Briefing: Fast Cars And Luxury Trucks Are Getting Wildly Expensive As Cheap Cars Vanish

Strategic angle: Performance models and high-end pickups saw the biggest average transaction price jumps in February.

Briefing: Woman’s Boyfriend Has Bad Credit. So He Convinces Her To Co-Lease A Car. Then She Tries To Steal It Back After He Stops Paying

Strategic angle: 'If the banks don’t trust him, why did you?'

Briefing: Instead Of Crushing This EV1 Into A Tiny Cube, GM Is Actually Helping To Restore It

Strategic angle: General Motors is taking a surprising step to restore the EV1, a car it never sold.

Briefing: America’s Van Market Lost Its Middle, Ram Thinks It Has The Fix

Strategic angle: Automakers have largely turned their backs on commercial vans, but Ram sees plenty of opportunity for their mid-size ProMaster City.

Briefing: These Are The 10 Most Popular Cars For Gen X Drivers

Strategic angle: Generation X is often forgotten, but some of its favorite car models are also exceptionally popular in the eyes of previous and future generations.

Briefing: This Costco Dash Cam Tackles So Many Pain Points, Why Do Reviewers Hate It?

Strategic angle: Dash cameras are incredibly useful and growing in popularity among everyday motorists. However, here's why you may want to avoid this camera sold at Costco.

Briefing: 2 Customers Go Into Dealership At The Same Time. Then They Tell The Salesman That They Both Want The Same Corvette

Strategic angle: 'You did it exactly the way it should have been done.'

Briefing: The Supercar Just Turned 60, But Which One Is The Greatest?

Strategic angle: The Miura turns 60, celebrating the mid-engine V12 that helped define the modern supercar and launch a debate still raging today.

Briefing: Ferrari Might Put A Flippy Wing On Its F1 Car To Catch Mercedes And I Hope It Works

Strategic angle: The world of F1 is putting pins and red string on a cork board right now trying to figure out what Ferrari knows that they don't.

Briefing: Police Arrive To Find Driver Pinned Under Mercedes SUV

Strategic angle: A man survived after a jack collapse pinned him under his own car in a Massachusetts parking lot.

Briefing: Why You Might Want An Oiled Air Filter Vs. A Dry One

Strategic angle: What's the difference between oiled and dry air filters, and which type is better? It boils down to your needs and preferences - here's what you need to know.

Briefing: Arizona Woman Tries Waymo For The First Time. Then It Almost Costs Her Life

Strategic angle: 'This is Waymo scarier than I thought it would be.'

Briefing: JD Power Just Dropped Its 2026 Dependability Study, And There Are Plenty Of Surprises

Strategic angle: Lexus is the most dependable brand for the fourth consecutive year, and it sells the most dependable model overall: the Lexus IS.

Briefing: The Next Honda Civic Is Getting Lighter, Sharper, And More Hybrid

Strategic angle: The 2028 Civic is already taking shape, with early details pointing to a lighter platform, improved hybrid tech, and sharper handling.

Briefing: The Scientific Reasons These Substances Don't Cool As Well As Motor Oil

Strategic angle: YouTubers often perform wild stunts for views, like adding random chemicals and liquids to their cars' engines. However, here's why you shouldn't copy them.

Briefing: This Chinese Automaker Wants To Race In F1

Strategic angle: BYD is exploring several motorsports series.

Briefing: The 2026 JMC Vigus Pro: A Unique Pickup with Global Components

Strategic angle: Discover the features of the JMC Vigus Pro, a pickup that combines international parts with a distinct design.

Briefing: Connecticut Is Rethinking A Key Rule About Sibling Passengers For Teen Drivers

Strategic angle: Most states have rules about who new teenage drivers can carry in their cars. Connecticut bans driving a brother or sister, but that policy is being challenged.

Briefing: Tennessee Pushes English-Only Driver Tests, But Critics Warn Plan Could Backfire

Strategic angle: New legislation in Tennessee would require English-only driving tests but allow limited licenses for those who don’t pass.

Briefing: Old, Cheap Non-Hybrids That Get Shockingly Good Mileage

Strategic angle: With oil prices on the rise, there's every reason to want a cheap and economical car. But if you don't want a hybrid, older alternatives are available.

Briefing: America’s Used EV Market Is Heating Up For One Simple Reason

Strategic angle: As fears about EVs being experimental continue to fade and more models enter the used market, buyers are increasingly turning to electrified second-hand deals.

Briefing: The Volkswagen ID.3 Gets A New Name, But Don't Call It A Golf Yet

Strategic angle: VW’s popular electric hatchback is in for a comprehensive update, with bidirectional charging and more physical buttons.

Briefing: Kia Has Multiple Error Codes. Then The Mechanic Unplugs The Backup Camera: 'Had The Same Thing On A Santa Fe'

Strategic angle: 'From can to can’t.'

Briefing: Lexus’ $100,000 Luxury Minivan Picks Up A Few Strange New Tricks

Strategic angle: The LM500h is updated again to offer a more comfortable, pleasant, and luxurious experience to its occupants.

Briefing: The Giant Engines That Helped The B-29 Superfortress Rule The Skies

Strategic angle: From World War II through the Korean War, the B-29 delivered bombs to distant parts of the world, including two atomic bombs. These engines made it possible.

Briefing: 'Try It’: Woman Says She Saves Money On Gas. Then She Reveals It’s By Only Filling At Sam’s Club—And Only 'On The Half'

Strategic angle: 'I do the same thing.'

Briefing: The Benefits Of Diesel Electric Semi Trucks, And Where They Still Fall Short

Strategic angle: Efficient diesel electric technology has been in use in railroad locomotives for years, so why hasn't it caught on in the world of semi trucks?

Briefing: Over 1 Million Vehicles Involved In French Registration Fraud

Strategic angle: Investigators say weaknesses in France’s online vehicle registration system allowed shell companies to register cars illegally.

Briefing: 'Same Trim': Man Shops At Toyota Dealership. Then He’s Given A Choice: A Brand-New Car With An Invoice Discount—Or A 2024?

Strategic angle: 'Both are TOO EXPENSIVE.'

Briefing: Drivers Want F1 Race Starts To Be Safer, Ferrari Says No

Strategic angle: Ferrari's resistance to changes in race start protocols raises concerns among drivers for safety improvements.

Briefing: Mazda Pickup Gets Its Thunder Back, As A New Boss Steps In

Strategic angle: The BT-50 lineup in Australia expands with the return of the rugged Thunder and the new blacked-out Boss trim.

Briefing: A Pile Of Crushed Cars Just Cost Hyundai Nearly $10 Million

Strategic angle: Hyundai Motor America faces sanctions after a Pennsylvania judge ruled vehicles tied to a dealership dispute were destroyed during litigation.

Briefing: Tesla Files New Seat Patent For A Supercar That’s Been Sitting Since 2017

Strategic angle: A new patent filing may offer fresh insight into the upcoming Tesla Roadster, which may or may not debut next month.

Briefing: Sober DUI Arrests In Tennessee Raise New Questions After Internal Emails Surface

Strategic angle: One trooper had to undergo retraining after arresting at least eight sober drivers for DUI.

Briefing: Ram’s New HD Trucks Landed A Year’s Worth Of Orders In Just One Month

Strategic angle: The Black Express and Warlock are flying off dealer lots as consumers have embraced the value-focused pickups.

Briefing: The Next 3-Series Shares BMW’s Future Look, But Not The Same Foundations

Strategic angle: An electric i3 sedan launches first, but BMW’s next 3-Series will keep combustion engines alive with a revised platform and a Neue Klasse design.

Briefing: 'Our Hands Are Tied': Mechanic Works On Mazda CX-5. Then He Realizes Exactly Why Repairs Are So Expensive Nowadays

Strategic angle: 'We can’t get the OEM windshield wipers so we just ordered you a new car.'

Briefing: Facelifted Porsche Cayenne Embraces ICE In More Ways Than One

Strategic angle: The 2027 Cayenne has been spied with a lightly revised front end and new lighting units.

Briefing: Teen Flaunts Stolen Lamborghini Online Before A 16-Hour Joyride Takes A Wrong Turn

Strategic angle: A 16-year-old allegedly showed off a stolen Lamborghini on Instagram before crashing it and ending the joyride in police custody.

Briefing: 15 Useful Car Gadgets You Can Buy From Amazon In 2026

Strategic angle: Modern cars offer a ton of features and accessories, but there's always something lacking. Here are the best third-party products to upgrade your ride.

Briefing: 2027 Telluride’s First Recall Arrives Before Most Buyers Even See One

Strategic angle: The redesigned crossover has a bad seat belt buckle and the issue also impacts the 2026 K4.

Briefing: 'Don’t Let Them Work On Your Car!': Woman Gets Oil Change. Then Mechanic Quotes Her $1,100 Of Work Because She Was Low On Coolant

Strategic angle: A woman's routine oil change turns into a shocking quote for unnecessary repairs.

Briefing: Avatr’s Electric Wagon Packs Supercar Power And A Backup Gas Engine

Strategic angle: The 06T transforms Avatr’s sedan into a sharper shooting brake, available in China as a pure EV or with a range extender.

Briefing: F1 To Cancel April's Races Amid U.S.-Israeli War With Iran

Strategic angle: Due to logistical concerns, F1 has no plans to replace the cancelled Bahrain and Saudi Arabia rounds with races elsewhere later in the year.

Briefing: Tesla's 'Fleet' Of Unsupervised Robotaxis In Texas Appears To Have Been Cut From 8 Cars To Only 4

Strategic angle: There aren't very many cars in the overall fleet, either.

Briefing: I Watched 133 Movies In 2025 And Ranked Them By How Well The Cars Are Used

Strategic angle: I've actually seen all of the Academy's Best Picture nominees, maybe for the first time ever. Some of them even made these lists.

Briefing: Dealer Meeting Leak Points To Corvette’s Next Shake-Up As One Hybrid Replaces Another

Strategic angle: Rumors from dealer meetings hint at a new LS6 V8 Corvette and AWD hybrid variant.

Briefing: This Is Not A Drill: Alpine Is Crash-Testing The Next-Generation A110 For The U.S. Market

Strategic angle: Alpine's U.S. plans aren't totally dead, and the A110 - the car we actually wanted from Alpine all along - might be what saves them.

TSA Agents Will Miss First Paycheck This Friday Amid Government Shutdown

Travelers are already noticing long waits at major airports, but it is expected to get worse as the shutdown continues.

Briefing: EV Restructuring Has Cost Automakers Over $70 Billion So Far

Strategic angle: Automakers face significant financial challenges as they transition to electric vehicles.

Briefing: That Flash Of Light Could Soon Mean A $150 Automatic Ticket In Massachusetts

Strategic angle: A proposed law would let cities install traffic cameras that mail drivers civil fines up to $150, while raising new concerns about privacy and due process.

Briefing: Honda Denies Killing The Prologue EV

Strategic angle: A new report alleges Honda will end Prologue production this December—but the company has already fired back.

Briefing: NY Pedestrians Freeze As SUV Flies Through Intersection And Crashes Into Buffalo Wild Wings

Strategic angle: A speeding Acura MDX launched through a New York intersection before crashing into scaffolding outside a Buffalo Wild Wings.

Briefing: Porsche Leads Dealer Service Satisfaction As A Surprise Runner Up Looms

Strategic angle: A new study ranks dealership experiences across brands, with Porsche leading and Mini topping the mass-market segment.

Briefing: Ford Has Already Recalled 7.4 Million Cars This Year

Strategic angle: Ford is on track to break its own record for vehicle recalls, having already recalled 7.4 million cars in 2026.

Briefing: Porsche’s 10% Job Cuts Might Not Be Enough After Failed EV Gamble

Strategic angle: Soft EV demand, a €3.9 billion write down, and China weakness force a major rethink at one of Germany’s most profitable automakers.

Briefing: Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 Robotaxi Could Be Your Next Uber In Las Vegas

Strategic angle: The automaker’s autonomous vehicle subsidiary partnered with Uber to deploy its robotaxis in Las Vegas.

Briefing: Ineos Hints Its Smallest SUV Yet Could Arrive Sooner Than Expected

Strategic angle: The smaller Ineos Fusilier project is back on track, with plans for electric and range-extender versions still under consideration.

Briefing: Porsche Boss Praises Electric 718: 'Great Car'

Strategic angle: The team behind the Boxster and Cayman EVs is 'doing a great job.'

Briefing: Stellantis Turns To A German Tuner For Its Chinese EV

Strategic angle: Irmscher's take on the Leapmotor B10 retains the standard 67.1 kWh battery and 218 hp motor.

Briefing: The Era Of Air Taxis Cometh As FAA Approves Eight Test Programs Across 26 States

Strategic angle: Even if the initial tests go well, there may be a lot of turbulence ahead.

Briefing: Arctic Testing Reveals Gordon Murray’s Next V12 Supercar Still Has A Wild Side

Strategic angle: The GMA T.33 showcases its capabilities during winter testing, fully homologated for the US market.

Briefing: China Car Sales Tumble 34%, Yet Exports Surge 58%

Strategic angle: A reduction in subsidies, a holiday period, and overall softening in the Chinese market resulted in a wholesale drop in February.

Briefing: A Supercar Built For Dirt Trails Worked Once, Lamborghini May Try It Again

Strategic angle: An off road Lamborghini supercar sounded absurd at first, but strong demand now has the idea quietly back on the table.

Global EV sales hit 1.1 million – Europe surges while the US slides

Strategic angle: Global EV sales hit 1.1 million units in February 2026, according to new data from Benchmark Mineral Intelligence. But the global market is now splitting sharply by region. more…

Briefing: Uber Cancels On Man, Charges Him Anyway. Then He Finds It Outside—With The Driver Mysteriously Missing: 'Lyft Would Never'

Strategic angle: 'He left it there for you, you're the driver now.'

Briefing: Three Chinese Carmakers Are Rushing To Enter Canada In 2026, And It’s Only The Start

Strategic angle: In the next few years, as many as 20 Chinese car brands may start selling their cars in Canada.

Briefing: Alpine's Beloved Sports Car Is One Step Closer To America

Strategic angle: Alpine CEO Philippe Krief confirmed that the A110 is undergoing crash testing in the US.

Briefing: After EV Flop, Genesis G80 Goes Hybrid

Strategic angle: The G80 Hybrid has been spied and it'll have a turbocharged 2.5-liter engine with around 330 hp.

Briefing: Woman Haggles With Car Salesman. Then She Tries The Costco Auto Program: 'Lo And Behold, They Were Now Willing'

Strategic angle: 'I’ve used the Costco Auto program for my last 4 cars.'

Briefing: Rivian’s Most Affordable Model Arrives First In Its Most Expensive Form

Strategic angle: The launch model sports 656 hp and nearly $58,000 price tag, but more affordable variants are coming.

Briefing: Florida Considers Ban On Loud And Unnecessary Engine Revs

Strategic angle: The bill aims to reduce noise pollution from vehicles and is pending Senate approval.

Briefing: Alpine Crash Tests Sports Car For A Possible US Debut

Strategic angle: The French brand publicly axed US crossover ambitions last year, but seems to be keeping its sports car options open.

Briefing: Stellantis Design Boss: More Customers Are 'Asking For Sedans'

Strategic angle: According to Ralph Gilles, the crossover craze might finally be coming to an end.

Briefing: Lucid Shows Its Pedal-Free Future As It Confirms Subscription For Its Current Cars

Strategic angle: The Lunar robotaxi prototype and a new subscription plan show how Lucid hopes self-driving technology can become a steady revenue stream.

Briefing: Trump Administration Sues California To Block ‘Illegal’ EV Rules

Strategic angle: Federal officials say California’s emissions rules act as an illegal EV mandate that could raise car prices nationwide.

Briefing: This Is Where The BMW 4-Series Coupe May Be Headed Next

Strategic angle: The next 4-Series could adopt Neue Klasse styling seen on the upcoming i3, but reports suggest the coupe is still several years away.

Briefing: Honda Is Done With EVs In The U.S.

Strategic angle: We're looking at the end of Honda EVs in the States, as well as U.S. buyers' love affair with cheap used EVs and more.

Briefing: New Mid-Size Lucid Earth And Cosmos Crossovers Will Do 0-60 In Under 3.5 Seconds, Start Under $50,000

Strategic angle: The trio of cars run on 800-volt architecture have a new motor from Lucid - called Atlas.

Briefing: Woman Gets Oil Change At Jiffy Lube. Then They Break The Muffler Off Her Car: 'They Have To Pay For This'

Strategic angle: 'Jiffy Lube genuinely broke my muffler...'

Briefing: Driver Claims Autopilot Tried To Send Her Cybertruck Straight Off A Houston Bridge

Strategic angle: Tesla faces a Texas lawsuit after a Cybertruck crash that allegedly occurred while the vehicle was using Full-Self Driving (Supervised).

Briefing: Not A Golf Yet: Volkswagen ID.3 Becomes The ID.3 Neo

Strategic angle: In mid-April 2026, the extensive facelift will be unveiled, and there will be real buttons again.

Briefing: Honda Cancels 0 Sedan, 0 SUV, And Acura RSX EVs

Strategic angle: Honda announces significant losses in its electric vehicle division while reevaluating its future strategy.

Briefing: How Paris mobility transformed under Anne Hidalgo's two terms

Strategic angle: Between 2014 and 2026, the streets of Paris underwent sweeping changes, notably with the pedestrianization of the riverbanks and the creation of numerous bike lanes.

Briefing: ‘Order RockAuto Or Go To O’Reilly’: Man Buys Duralast Parts At AutoZone. Then 2 Different Stores Make The Same Mistake In One Day

Strategic angle: 'I will never go to Autozone again.'

Briefing: Subaru WRX AWD Club Spec Evo Comes With A Rear Wing And A Manual Gearbox

Strategic angle: The only thing missing from this limited production WRX is the STI badges

Briefing: The Pros And Cons Of Switching To E85 Flex Fuel

Strategic angle: Modern drivers have access to a variety of fuel blends, including E85. Here's what E85 actually is and some of the pros and cons of using it in your ride.

Briefing: BMW iX3 Demand Is So High That The Factory Is Already Doing Double Shifts

Strategic angle: BMW said demand for the iX3 is “significantly exceeding expectations,” with orders running “well into this year.”

Briefing: MG’s Latest All-Electric SUV Might Be Its Most Impressive Yet

Strategic angle: MG is one of several Chinese brands racing towards the commercialization of solid-state battery packs.

Briefing: Teen Discovers 1.5 Million Unidentified Space Objects Based On NASA Data

Strategic angle: Matteo Paz's groundbreaking discovery earns him a $250,000 prize in the Regeneron Science Talent Search.

Briefing: A Ferrari Became Something Else Entirely In This Forgotten Experiment

Strategic angle: The original owner kept this one-off, 360 Modena-based creation for more than a decade before finally letting it go.

Briefing: Infiniti Is Preparing a 600 HP QX80, But That Might Only Be A Warm Up

Strategic angle: Infiniti’s comeback plan may include a 600-hp QX80 Red Sport before an even hotter version arrives.

Briefing: Dodge Really Wants To Win Over Hemi Charger Fans With New R/T

Strategic angle: Dodge hopes improved performance means there's a replacement for displacement

Briefing: Peugeot Let Ray Charles Actually Drive A Car In A TV Commercial

Strategic angle: Ray Charles was blind, but that didn't stop Peugeot from putting him behind the wheel for a 1994 TV commercial. The ad remains a joy to watch.

Briefing: Jim Farley Draws A Line Over The Mustang’s Stick Shift

Strategic angle: Huzzah! The Mustang will remain manual, even as competitors shirk away from stick shift development.

Briefing: Audi’s New A6L Feels Like An A8 For Half The Price

Strategic angle: The China-only A6L sedan stretches the executive segment while bringing a significant price cut compared to its predecessor.

Briefing: Man Parks Lamborghini In A Handicapped Space. Then A Stranger Teaches Him A $1M Lesson

Strategic angle: 'My Lamborghini Revuelto...'

Briefing: This Quirky 16-Year-Old Honda With 16K Miles Is Pulling New SUV Money

Strategic angle: A low-mileage Honda Element is drawing strong bids as nostalgia and rarity begin pushing clean examples higher on the used market.

Briefing: These Cars Are Way Quicker Than Their Price Tags Suggest

Strategic angle: Thrilling speed doesn't always have to cost an arm and a leg. Here are several modern vehicles that are much faster than their price tags suggest.

Briefing: Global Oil Shock Triggers The Largest Ever Strategic Reserve Release As Gas Prices Surge

Strategic angle: 400 million barrels of oil will be released, but don't expect immediate relief at the pump.

Briefing: Porsche Is 'Currently Evaluating' A New Hypercar

Strategic angle: Porsche has really been dabbling with hypercars since the 918 Spyder left production over a decade ago.

Briefing: Rivian R2 Leak Reveals $58,000 Launch Price As Cheaper Versions Wait In Line

Strategic angle: Full details about the R2 have leaked and they've revealed the company's latest EV will be powerful, but expensive.

Ram ProMaster City Returns With European Roots And An Unbeatable Price

The 2027 ProMaster City is larger and more capable than its predecessor, but still affordable.

Briefing: Infiniti's Biggest SUV Might Get A Performance Trim With 600 HP

Strategic angle: It could go on sale as soon as next spring making 600 horsepower.

Briefing: MG’s First Seven Seat SUV Is Priced To Make VW Quake

Strategic angle: The new MGS9 brings plug in power and a decent electric range for 20 percent less than VW’s own seven-seat Tayron SUV.

Briefing: SAIC Teases Another Porsche Lookalike, This Time With MG Badges

Strategic angle: The MG 07 blends fastback proportions with Porsche-like design elements and may offer both EV and plug-in hybrid powertrains.

Briefing: Ferrari Is Cooking Up A Hotter V12 SUV With A Meaner Purosangue

Strategic angle: Production could start in the second half of the year.

Briefing: States Are Finally Cracking Down On Montana's Supercar Registration Loophole

Strategic angle: California officials emphasize that supercar owners should also bear the tax burden.

Briefing: The Brand Behind The ‘Temu Range Rover’ Just Made A Temu Mercedes GLS

Strategic angle: The Jaecoo 8 PHEV arrives in Britain with three rows, GTI-eating pace and an 83-mile range.

Briefing: Ram Is Bringing Back A Van You Might Actually Want

Strategic angle: The 2027 Ram ProMaster City arrives wearing a new Ram logo, while offering more power and more space.

Briefing: 'If It Ain’t Broke': Trucker Gets Huge Tear In Coolant Hose. Then He Keeps Driving

Strategic angle: Trucker uses Gorilla tape to patch coolant hose and continues on his journey.

Man Brings Car To Valvoline For Oil Change. Then They Ask Him A Shocking Question: 'They Make Us Ask You'

'I worked [at Valvoline]. It's almost a cult.'

Briefing: Honda’s Hottest Hatch May Be Preparing One Last Surprise

Strategic angle: A final-edition FL5 Civic Type R may be just around the corner, with aero and chassis upgrades for the generation’s swan song.

Briefing: China’s EV Juggernaut Wants To Race In Formula 1

Strategic angle: This year, Ford, Audi, GM, and Toyota have all flocked to Formula 1, and BYD wants to follow the suit.

Briefing: Alpine Is Developing A Gas-Powered Next-Generation A110 In Case People Don't Dig The Electric Sports Car

Strategic angle: The A110 EV will maintain the current A110's 40:60 weight balance and overall shape, and it'll eventually be offered in convertible and 2+2 guise.

Briefing: Two Farmers Climb Into Gordon Murray’s V12 Supercar, One Of Them Isn’t Convinced

Strategic angle: Harry Metcalfe spent more than 650 miles behind the wheel of the multi-million-dollar supercar, but his neighbor wasn’t that impressed.

Briefing: What Causes Spark Plugs To Turn Black?

Strategic angle: Reading spark plugs is becoming a bit of a lost art.

Briefing: Porsche Wants $5,500 For Luggage That Closes Like A 911 Door

Strategic angle: The new aluminum travel set features a rivet-free frame inspired by the 911 Targa and comes with a satisfying closure sound.

Briefing: Rivian Is Killing Off The Entry-Level R1 Just Before R2 Launch

Strategic angle: The Dual Standard is going away and its death will likely cost customers an extra $7,000.

Briefing: Idaho Plates Are About To Lose Their Stickers

Strategic angle: Lawmakers say police can check registration digitally, making stickers unnecessary

Briefing: The First Practical Electric Car Built Looked Like A Giant Baby Carriage

Strategic angle: We tend to think of electric vehicles as a new invention, but the first electric cars are now well over 100 years old.

Briefing: Iran War Begins To Ripple Through The Global Auto Industry

Strategic angle: The ongoing military action in the Middle East could seriously impact the global auto trade.

EV prices fall again – and the gap with gas cars shrinks to $6,500

Strategic angle: EV prices edged down in February, while gas-powered car prices crept up, narrowing the gap between the two, according to new estimates from Kelley Blue Book. more…

Briefing: Rivian Is Discontinuing Its Entry 'Dual Standard' R1S And R1T

Strategic angle: Rivian says changes to its lineup are coming later this year.

Briefing: Range Rover Sport Facelift Hides Its Changes In Plain Sight

Strategic angle: A camouflaged 2027 Range Rover Sport prototype hints at exterior tweaks, while the rest remains under wraps.

Briefing: Honda HR-V, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo IX, V8-Powered AMC Gremlin: The Dopest Cars I Found For Sale Online

Strategic angle: "Amber, I thought Dopest was supposed to be about cool cars, why are you putting an HR-V into the list?"

Briefing: The Rearview Mirror Wasn't Just Invented For Safety

Strategic angle: Most of us just take the rearview mirror for granted when driving, but it wasn't always there. The accessory was not originally created for safety.

Briefing: Hyundai Elantra Driver Hires Chicago Detailer. Then He Looks Inside: ‘How Does It Get Like That?’

Strategic angle: 'Yeah he makin yu WORK for dat money.'

Briefing: 'Insurance Says They Won’t Cover It': Woman Buys Smart Car. Then The Seat 'Explodes'

Strategic angle: 'You need to go straight to Mercedes...'

Briefing: The 2026 Charger Just Got A Sub-Zero Color That Looks Different Every Time

Strategic angle: Dodge adds a tone-shifting Sub-Zero paint color to the Charger lineup as personalization expands.

A reminder as oil prices spike: EVs are the #1 route to energy independence

Strategic angle: With the news of the US and Israel’s actions in Iran in the last ten days, which caused oil prices to surge by +50%, we are reminded again of how reducing oil demand can lead to less conflict and more energy independence

Briefing: ICE Is 'Hiding' Millions Of Dollars In New Trucks And SUVs As Agents Refuse To Drive Them

Strategic angle: Officers express reluctance to use new vehicles, raising questions about resource management.

Briefing: Volkswagen Plans Up To 50,000 Job Cuts After Profits Fell Off A Cliff

Strategic angle: Tariffs, China competition and EV headaches push VW into cost-cutting mode

Briefing: Back From The Supposed Dead: Electric Porsche Cayman And Boxster Are Apparently Still Coming

Strategic angle: There are still plenty of things we don't know about the cars, especially when it comes to performance figures and launch specifics.

Briefing: Flight Diverted, Muslim Passenger Removed Due to 'Misunderstanding' Over Ramadan Prayer Reminder

Strategic angle: An FBI spokesperson confirmed no credible threat was posed by the passenger, who was removed after a phone timer sounded.

Briefing: Chrysler Just Replaced Its Cheapest Minivan

Strategic angle: Chrysler ditches the budget-friendly Voyager for a new (and slightly pricier) Pacifica LX trim.

Briefing: New Alpine A110 Staying Electric, But There's A Gas Backup Plan

Strategic angle: Alpine CEO Philippe Krief emphasizes the company's commitment to electric vehicles while preparing for future alternatives.

Briefing: Audi's New RS3 Honors The Legendary Five-Cylinder Engine

Strategic angle: With a coilover suspension and lots of carbon fiber, the RS3 Competition Limited might be Audi's five-cylinder sendoff.

Briefing: Renault's R-Space Lab Has A Built-In Alcohol Detector

Strategic angle: The concept previews Renault models coming from 2030.

Briefing: 2027 Chevy Bolt EV Charging Test Proves GM Understood The Assignment

Strategic angle: The new Bolt EV delivers a huge charging boost compared to its predecessor, and shows that small EVs can go the distance.

Briefing: 'Credit Karma Is Nuts': Man Goes To Dealership To Buy A New Kia. Then The Car Salesman Realizes He Uses Credit Karma

Strategic angle: "I can't understand how you said you it was a 650 on Credit Karma."

Donut Lab says latest test proves its solid-state battery isn’t a supercapacitor

Finnish startup clarifies its technology amidst speculation.

Briefing: Porsche Cayenne Electric Lineup Just Got A Powerful New Middle Child

Strategic angle: The 2026 Cayenne Electric adds a new S trim with supercar pace, rapid charging, and more ways to customize it.

Briefing: Porsche Reveals Mid-Range 657-HP Cayenne S Electric, Which Is Nice, But Wow Look At The New Green Interior Style Package

Strategic angle: The 2026 Porsche Cayenne S Electric will hit 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds.

Briefing: The New Electric Porsche Cayenne S Hits The Sweet Spot

Strategic angle: It slots below the flagship Turbo, but still packs plenty of punch.

Briefing: This Car Is Powered By Vapes, But Not The Way You Think

Strategic angle: Free energy is tempting, but don't try this at home.

Briefing: Spark Plugs Probably Shouldn't Be Made Out Of Pencils, But That's Not Stopping People

Strategic angle: Can you really use a pencil to replace the inside of a spark plug? One intrepid group of experimenters decided to find out what would happen if you tried.

Briefing: A 1,817 HP Hennessey With Just 681 Miles Is Already Pulling $2M Bids

Strategic angle: One of the most extreme hypercars built in the US is already changing hands after barely being driven.

Briefing: Have Turbos And Hybrids Closed The Difference Between Small Block And Big Block V8s?

Strategic angle: The saying goes, "There is no replacement for displacement." But can adding a turbocharger or a hybrid's electric motor(s) let small block V8s match big blocks?

Briefing: Scout Now Says Deliveries Won’t Begin Until 2028

Strategic angle: Scout's launch continues to get messy and the latest move will likely alienate customers.

Briefing: Five Times Different Manufacturers Used The Same Names As Each Other

Strategic angle: Exploring instances where various vehicle manufacturers adopted identical names for their models.

Briefing: After V8s, GM Faces Lawsuits Over Its Smallest Turbo Engine

Strategic angle: Owners claim GM’s 1.2L three-cylinder engine can suffer internal failures and stalling

Briefing: Jaguar’s Electric GT Will Weigh A Ton More Than The Old XJ

Strategic angle: The fully electric flagship is inching closer to production, and it’s set to arrive with some big numbers, including a curb weight approaching 6,000 lbs.

Briefing: How To Find A Car's Service Records When The Seller Doesn't Have Them

Strategic angle: If you're shopping for a used car and the seller can't provide detailed maintenance records, these tips may help you locate the service history yourself.

Briefing: Chrysler Just Priced The 2027 Pacifica Facelift, And Buyers Might Like The News

Strategic angle: The prices of some variants have been cut for 2027, which is welcome news for shoppers.

Briefing: 5 Things To Know Before You Buy A Classic Car

Strategic angle: Who wouldn't want to own a classic car? If you're seriously thinking about buying one, there are some things you should know before pulling the trigger.

Briefing: Woman Goes To Buy A New Car. Then She Discovers How Much A Car Payment In 2026 Is: 'How Much Is Your Car Payment?'

Strategic angle: "...Isn't a flex."

Briefing: Tesla Opens First Non-Factory Megacharger for Semi Trucks

Strategic angle: Located near Los Angeles, the new Megacharger is now available for Tesla Semi customers.

Briefing: Toyota’s Flagship Electric Sedan Undercuts Tesla Model S By Nearly $96,000 In China

Strategic angle: The newly launched bZ7 sedan will feature Huawei's Harmony OS and integration with Xiaomi products.

Briefing: Signs Your Car's Nuts And Bolts Weren't Torqued To Spec

Strategic angle: If the nuts and bolts in your car aren't properly tightened, each drive could lead to damaged brakes or the wheels falling off of your vehicle.

Briefing: The Fast & Furious Roller Coaster Ride Cars Are Ripped Straight From The Movies

Strategic angle: Cars driven by Brian O’Connor and Han Seoul-oh join Dominic Toretto’s 1970 Dodge Charger.

Briefing: California Looks To Close The Tax Loophole On Montana Supercar Plates Scheme

Strategic angle: It's not like these people can't afford it. They just don't want to pay into the system that helped make them rich in the first place.

Briefing: ‘A Month Later, I Got A Phone Call’: Georgia Mechanic Fixes Man’s Car For Free. Then He Finds Out Who He Is

Strategic angle: "You never know..."

Briefing: Florida Judge Just Opened The Door To Fighting Red-Light Camera Tickets

Strategic angle: A court ruling in Florida could open the door to broader challenges against red-light camera enforcement.

Briefing: Super Clipping Is Formula 1's Most Hated Term After Opener In Australia

Strategic angle: Super clipping won't be as prominent at other circuits on the calendar, but it likely won't be eliminated entirely without significant rules changes.

Briefing: Stellantis Accuses Iowa Dealer Of Taking Multiple Loans On The Same Cars

Strategic angle: A lawsuit claims an Iowa dealer took duplicate loans on the same vehicles and kept proceeds after selling the inventory.

Briefing: A Famous Porsche Collector Is Letting A Few Very Personal Cars Go

Strategic angle: Magnus Walker is auctioning several customized Porsches, including a rare 1976 911 Carrera 2.7 MFI and a modified 2004 911 GT3.

Briefing: Saudi Arabia Is Trying New Methods To Keep Selling Oil

Strategic angle: Exploring Saudi efforts to maintain oil sales amidst the rise of electric vehicles.

Briefing: An $8.21 Gas Price In LA Shows How Fast Fuel Costs Are Rising

Strategic angle: War jitters and California tax quirks push pump prices skyward in the Golden State, but not all stations are so expensive.

Briefing: 2026 Dodge Charger Sixpack R/T 4-Door Aims For Broad Appeal, And Kind Of Succeeds

Strategic angle: This car may help Dodge's sales woes, but it raises questions about value and performance.

Briefing: Volkswagen Gives China The Massive Screens It Craves

Strategic angle: Inside and out, the ID. Unyx 08 doesn't really look like a VW.

Briefing: Jeep Rethinks Where Your Next Winch Might Live

Strategic angle: A new patent hints future electric off-roaders could relocate a key piece of recovery gear, addressing a long-standing design compromise.

Briefing: Ford Patented A Smart Car Door That 'Brakes' Before It Hits Anything

Strategic angle: Innovative technology aims to enhance safety by preventing door collisions.

Briefing: Subaru Outback‘s Original Radiator Has More Than 300,000 Miles

Strategic angle: The owner takes it to a state park despite overheating issues.

Briefing: This Gorgeous 1965 Ford Mustang Hides A Tesla Heart. The Handling Is Wild

Strategic angle: Up to 600 horsepower and instant torque make this classic Mustang a showstopper.

Rivian's 2026 R2 Production Goal: A High-Stakes Move

Rivian's ambition to produce 20,000 R2 units by 2026 positions it against formidable competition, notably the Tesla Model Y, which achieved this milestone faster.

Cupra Born's Refresh Signals Strategic Shift in EV Design

The Cupra Born's latest iteration replaces haptic controls with physical buttons and enhances range, reflecting a response to user feedback.

BYD's Great Tang: A Game Changer in the EV Market

The introduction of the BYD Great Tang with its advanced 1,000-volt architecture and 1,500-kilowatt charging capability could reshape competitive dynamics in the EV sector.

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Lithium shortages could hit by 2028 as EV demand surges

Strategic angle: Global lithium demand could top 13 million tonnes by 2050 if the world moves fast on clean energy, according to Wood Mackenzie’s latest Energy Transition Outlook for Lithium. The warning is blunt: Without major new inves