After four seasons without reaching the podium and only earning 52 points, Haas saw its team principal Guenther Steiner and technical director Simone Resta leave last winter. Komatsu took over as the new team principal,…
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Allison Perry covers the fast-changing world of electric vehicles, autonomous tech, and sustainable mobility at Dax Street. With a focus on the future of driving, she breaks down EV launches, infrastructure updates, and the innovations shaping tomorrow’s roads.
Red Bull’s 2026 F1 Engine Project Making Strides, According to Horner
Red Bull Powertrains is teaming up with Ford to create the engine for the current Formula 1 world champions. They’re currently testing their new turbo-hybrid design on their dynos. Red Bull’s progress with the engine…
Mercedes Shatters Expectations: Surpasses £500M Turnover in Formula 1
Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix Ltd., the company behind the Mercedes Formula 1 team, shared its financial report for 2023. They made £546.5 million in turnover, which is how much money they brought in from sales and…
Haas’ F1 Revolution: Decoding the Innovation That’s Shaking Up Motorsport
Haas was worried they might start this year’s races in a bad position, maybe even at the back. But things are better than expected. Out of the five teams at the back, Haas is in…
In Recovery Push, Alpine Fast-Tracks F1 Floor Upgrade to China Race
Alpine’s drivers, Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly, haven’t been able to score points yet this season. This is because the team changed the design of their car late, and it hasn’t worked as well as…
F1 Releases Sustainability Report in Drive for Net Zero by 2030
Formula 1 is making big plans to cut down on its carbon emissions by the year 2030. They want to reduce 50% of the carbon they release compared to what they were putting out in…
Aston Martin Sets Sights on F1 Glory Alongside Honda from 2026 Season
Starting in 2026, Honda is teaming up with Aston Martin for Formula 1, leaving behind its successful partnership with Red Bull. When Honda first said it was leaving F1, Red Bull decided to take control…
Blaney Takes Responsibility for Clash with Preece at Texas Speedway
Blaney, who’s the champ right now, was doing pretty well in the race. He finished sixth and then third in the first two parts of the race, so he looked like he might win. But…
NASCAR Crew Members Benched: Penalties Galore Shake Up Pit Lane
In a move that many saw coming, Calvin Teague and Brandon Johnson, who work on the pit crew for Hendrick Motorsports’ No. 5 Chevrolet driven by Kyle Larson, won’t be joining their team for the…
Reviving Automotive Heritage: Rediscovered 1978 Corvette Icon
The Chevrolet Corvette has long been an emblem of American automotive prowess, and the story of a 1978 Corvette resurfacing after decades in hibernation is a testament to its enduring legacy. Found tucked away in…
Maserati Reveals Electric Convertible: GranCabrio Folgore
The Maserati GranCabrio Folgore emerges as one of the select electric convertibles, showcasing formidable power. Following the earlier launch of the GranCabrio, enthusiasts have been eagerly awaiting its electric variant, which has now made its…
O.J. Simpson’s Infamous Ford Bronco: A Chapter in History
In a memorable event that gripped the nation, football legend O.J. Simpson led police on a low-speed chase through Los Angeles in a white Ford Bronco, watched live by over 100 million viewers. Despite his…
Dale Coyne Racing Chooses Jack Harvey for Long Beach Grand Prix
The team surprised Harvey on his 31st birthday with a special gift: his name stamped on the car for the Long Beach race, revealed through social media on a Monday morning. Originally set for 14…
Jimmie Johnson’s Take on Next Gen: No Slipping and Sliding in This Car
Johnson, a seasoned NASCAR driver, finds himself grappling with the demands of the sport’s new Next Gen car, a departure from previous generations. Accustomed to driving off the right rear, Johnson has encountered challenges adapting…
Mayer Wins Texas NASCAR Xfinity Race in Exciting Photo Finish Against Sieg
Sieg, a seasoned NASCAR Xfinity Series driver, was on the cusp of a breakthrough win, leading at the white flag after a 12-year career without a victory. However, Sam Mayer made a daring move under…
Former President Trump’s Lamborghini Sold for $1.1 Million
Former US President Donald Trump’s Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster was sold at an auction for a huge $1.1 million. This auction took place at Barrett-Jackson’s Scottsdale auction. It’s a big deal because this makes it…
Rising Demand for Car-Carrying Ships Reflects China’s EV Export Surge
Chinese automakers and shipping companies are ordering more ships than ever before to transport electric vehicles (EVs) for export. This means that by 2028, China could have the world’s fourth-largest fleet of car-carrying vessels. Right…
Stellantis Issues Warning on Chinese Car Plants in Italy
Stellantis, the big car company in Italy, might have to make some hard choices because of Chinese car factories opening there. The head of Stellantis, Carlos Tavares, said this could mean closing some of their…
Toyota Files Patent for Innovative Color-Changing Paint
Manufacturers who make and sell cars know that the color of a car is really important. Toyota wants to make cars that can change color, like chameleons, using heat and light. Toyota has been working…
Automotive Giant Magna to Experiment with Humanoid Robot at Car Plant
Sanctuary AI said it will give its humanoid robot to a Magna factory. Magna is a company from Canada. It makes and puts together cars for big carmakers in Europe like Mercedes, Jaguar, and BMW.…
Innovative Device Converts Lamp Posts into Electric Vehicle Chargers
For people who live in houses, having an electric car can be amazing. Every morning, when you wake up, your car is fully charged and ready to go wherever you need. But if you live…
Kyle Larson Takes on Marathon Day: 1,100 Miles Across Indy and NASCAR Circuits
Kyle Larson is taking on a new challenge: racing in the Indianapolis 500 next month. He’s testing his skills at the historic oval to prepare for the big event. Larson is aiming to do something…
Exclusive Look: Cadillac Optiq Interior Revealed Ahead of Auto Show Debut
The Cadillac Optiq has finally made its debut, first online before showing up at the Beijing Auto Show later this month. Although it got delayed a bit, we can now see both the exterior and…
Pressure Mounts from European Investors for Unionization at Tesla
European investors who own shares in Tesla are not happy with Elon Musk, the CEO, because he doesn’t want unions in his company. In Sweden, workers at Tesla have been on strike, which means they…
Kei Trucks Get Green Light in Texas, Sign of Liberty
Japan’s small keitora trucks have become popular among American car enthusiasts, and many of these tiny trucks have been imported into the country. However, a recommendation from the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA)…